JP6689481B2 - Amusement machine - Google Patents

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine, and more particularly to a gaming machine having a specific area inside a special winning opening.

  A gaming machine typified by a conventional pachinko gaming machine generates an opportunity to transition to a probability change state after a big hit game based on the passage of a game ball inside a big winning opening that is opened during a big hit game. There is a gaming machine (for example, Patent Document 1) provided with a specific area (also referred to as a probability variation port or V probability) to be operated.

  In addition, recently, among the gaming machines having such a specific area, even if the game ball passes through the specific area, it is not notified that the passing has occurred, and whether or not the player shifts to the probability change. There is also known a game machine that makes it difficult to distinguish the game and makes the game entertaining.

JP 2012-245173 A

  In the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1 described above, by not notifying the result of whether or not the game ball has passed to the specific area, it is possible to provide an enjoyment because it is unclear whether or not it will be a positive change. . However, on the other hand, the player may be disadvantaged because he was not notified of the irregular result of passing the game ball to the specific area.

  Therefore, the invention of the present application has been made in view of the above-described problems, and whether to shift to a certain change without incurring a disadvantage to the player depending on whether or not the result of the passage of the game ball to the specific area is notified. It is an object of the present invention to provide a gaming machine that allows a player to enjoy whether or not.

The invention according to claim 1 made in view of the above problems is a start opening that can be opened and closed based on the establishment of a predetermined condition, and whether or not a big hit is made based on the entry of a game ball into the start opening. The hit determination means for performing the determination, the jackpot game control means for performing a jackpot game based on the hit determination being a jackpot, the effect control means for performing an effect based on the determination result of the hit determination, and the jackpot. comprising a jackpot symbol determining means for determining a big hit symbol based to the determination, a migratable after jackpot game end, entry into probability change function as start hole to change probability is determined that the jackpot is at spruce determination The present invention relates to a gaming machine having a first gaming state in which an opening extension function for facilitating a sphere operates together and a second gaming state in which only an opening extension function operates .

As a gaming state, this gaming machine continuously operates until the number of hit determinations reaches the first determination number in the case of the first gaming state, and until it reaches the second determination number of times in the second gaming state. At least a first effect mode and a second effect mode are provided as effects that can be selected when the game state is changed to the first game state, and the first effect mode is a state in which the game state is informed. In the case of a big hit in the mode, if the game state shifts to the first game state after the big hit game, it shifts to the first effect mode, and if it shifts to the second game state, it informs the game state. It shifts to the production mode in which the second determination number is notified in the state in which the second determination number is notified in the second production mode without notifying the game state. When transitioning to the first gaming state Again in a configuration in which the second effect mode is maintained even when moving to the second game state, if a first game condition, the number of spruce determination is transferred to the third effect mode exceeds the second number of judgments.

It is a front view of the pachinko machine in the first embodiment. It is a front view of the game board of the pachinko machine in the first embodiment. It is a front view of the probability variation determination device provided in the game board in the first embodiment. It is a back view of the pachinko machine in a 1st embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows the electric constitution of the pachinko machine in 1st Embodiment. It is a flow chart about a main routine in a 1st embodiment. It is a flow chart about starting mouth winning a prize confirmation processing in a 1st embodiment. It is a flow chart about the success / failure determination processing in the first embodiment. It is a flow chart about the success / failure determination processing in the first embodiment. It is a flow chart about the success / failure determination processing in the first embodiment. It is a flow chart about the success / failure determination processing in the first embodiment. It is a flow chart about the big hit game processing in the first embodiment. It is a flow chart about the big hit game processing in the first embodiment. It is a flow chart about the big hit game processing in the first embodiment. It is a flow chart about the big hit game processing in the first embodiment. It is a transition diagram of a game state and an effect mode in the first embodiment. It is an effect screen such as a symbol effect in the normal mode in the first embodiment and an effect screen such as a symbol effect in the normal time saving mode. It is an effect screen during the big hit game in the normal mode in the first embodiment. It is an effect screen such as a symbol effect in the first effect mode in the first embodiment. It is an effect screen during a big hit game in the first effect mode in the first embodiment. It is an effect screen such as a symbol effect in the first effect mode in the first embodiment. It is an effect screen such as a symbol effect during the special time saving mode in the first embodiment, and an effect screen such as a symbol effect during the second effect mode. It is explanatory drawing which shows the flow of the production | production in the 2nd production mode in 1st Embodiment. It is an effect screen such as a symbol effect in the second effect mode in the first embodiment. It is an effect screen such as a symbol effect in the second effect mode in the first embodiment. 6 is a flowchart 1 of a shutter control process 1 according to the first embodiment. It is a flowchart 2 about the shutter control process 1 in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart 3 about the shutter control process 1 in 1st Embodiment. It is a time chart explaining the shutter control mode of the specific round of the big hit resulting from the normal design in the first embodiment. It is the time chart 1 explaining the shutter control aspect of the specific round of the big hit resulting from the probability variation pattern in 1st Embodiment. It is the time chart 2 explaining the shutter control mode of the specific round of the big hit resulting from the probability variation pattern in 1st Embodiment. It is time chart 3 explaining the shutter control mode of the specific round of the big hit resulting from the probability variation pattern in 1st Embodiment. It is an example of an effect screen display related to the first big hit game effect in the second embodiment. It is an example of an effect screen display related to the first big hit game effect in the second embodiment. It is an example of an effect screen display related to the first big hit game effect in the second embodiment. It is an example of an effect screen display related to the first big hit game effect in the second embodiment. It is an example of an effect screen display related to the first big hit game effect in the second embodiment. It is an example of an effect screen display related to the first big hit game effect in the second embodiment. It is an example of an effect screen display related to a second big hit game effect in the second embodiment. It is an example of an effect screen display related to a second big hit game effect in the second embodiment. It is an example of an effect screen display related to a second big hit game effect in the second embodiment. It is an example of an effect screen display related to the first big hit game effect in the third embodiment. It is the example of the production screen which relates to the 1st and 2nd big hit game production in 3rd execution form. It is an example of an effect screen display related to the first big hit game effect in the fourth embodiment. It is an example of an effect screen display related to the first and second big hit game effects in the fourth embodiment.

  Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings. It should be noted that the embodiment of the present invention is not limited to the following embodiment, and various forms can be adopted as long as they are within the technical scope of the present invention.

[First Embodiment]
[Description of configuration]
(1) Overall Structure As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko machine 50 of the first embodiment has a structure in which each structure is held by an outer frame 51 that forms a vertically long fixed outer frame holding frame. A hinge 53 is provided above and below the left side of the outer frame 51, and the hinge 53 holds a front frame (glass frame) 52 in which a plate glass 61 is fitted and an inner frame described later such that the outer frame 51 can be opened and closed. It Further, the game board 1 (FIG. 2) held by the inner frame is provided behind the plate glass 61 of the front frame 52.

  Speakers 66 are installed on the left and right sides of the upper part of the front frame 52, and a game sound is output by these speakers to improve the taste of the game. Further, the front frame 52 is provided with a frame-side decoration lamp 65 that emits light in accordance with a game state, and an LED that reports a game abnormality.

  An upper plate 55 and a lower plate 63 are integrally formed on the lower portion of the front frame 52. Further, a firing handle 64 is provided on the right side of the lower plate 63, and by operating the firing handle 64 in a clockwise direction, the launching device is activated, and the game balls supplied from the upper plate 55 are transferred to the game board 1. It is fired toward.

  The lower plate 63 is configured to receive overflowing prize balls from the upper plate 55, and by operating the ball removing lever, the game balls accumulated in the lower plate 63 are transferred to a dollar box provided in a game store. You can A game button 67 is provided at the center of the upper plate 55.

  The pachinko machine 50 is a so-called CR machine, and is provided with a prepaid card unit (CR unit) 56 for reading and writing a prepaid card, and a ball lending button 57, a settlement button 58, and a settlement button on the right side of the upper plate 55. A display device 59 is provided.

  Reference numeral 49 in FIG. 1 is a cylinder lock that locks the front frame 52 and the inner frame to the outer frame 51. When a predetermined key is inserted into the cylinder lock 49 and the key is operated clockwise, the inner frame is opened. When opened and operated counterclockwise, the front frame 52 is opened.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 2, the game board 1 is provided with a substantially circular game area 3 surrounded by an outer rail 2a and an inner rail 2b. In the game area 3, the center case 5 is attached to the center part thereof, and on the right side toward the center case 5, a normal symbol operation gate 22 is installed. When the game ball passes through the normal symbol operation gate 22, a plurality of types of random numbers for the normal symbol win / win lottery are extracted, and the win / fail judgment based on the extracted random numbers (normal symbol lottery) is performed.

  Immediately below the center case 5, a big hit lottery (winning / absence judgment) accompanied by a variable display of the first special symbol (also described as the first special symbol or special symbol 1) due to the entry of a game ball The first start A mouth 11 is installed. Further, on the right side of the center case 5, directly below the normal symbol actuation gate 22, a variable display of the second special symbol (also described as the second special symbol or special symbol 2) due to the entry of the game ball. A second starting opening 12 is provided in which a big hit lottery is carried out.

  The first starting port 11 is arranged in an area (a left-handed area) in which a game ball fired by left-handing (aiming at the left side of the center case 5) mainly flows down, and the second starting mouth 12 is , The game balls fired by right hitting (aiming at the right side of the center case 5) are mainly arranged in an area where the game balls flow down (right hitting area).

  Therefore, it is possible to aim and hit the first starting opening 11 by performing left-handing, and to aim and hit the second starting opening 12 by performing right-handing. The arrangement of the first and second starting ports 11 and 12 is not limited to this. For example, the first and second starting ports 11 and 12 may be arranged vertically and arranged below the center case 5. Alternatively, the first starting port 11 may be arranged in the right-handed region and the second starting port 12 may be arranged in the left-handed region.

  The first starting port 11 is configured to allow game balls to enter at all times, while the second starting port 12 is configured as an ordinary electric accessory that is opened by winning in the ordinary symbol lottery. Only the ball can enter. It should be noted that it may be possible to rarely enter the ball even when it is closed.

  When a game ball enters the first starting opening 11, a plurality of types of random numbers corresponding to the first special figure are extracted and stored as the first reserved memory, and when a game ball enters the second starting opening 12. , A plurality of types of random numbers corresponding to the second special figure are extracted and stored as the second reserved memory.

  The second starting opening 12 configured as an ordinary electric accessory is opened for a predetermined time at the time of winning in the ordinary symbol lottery.

  Further, below the center case 5, below the first starting port 11, a first electric power accessory that is opened during a big-hit game that is performed in a big-hit lottery (winning / absence determination process described later). A special winning opening 20 is provided, and a second special winning opening 21 made of the special electric accessory is provided on the right side of the first starting opening 11.

  It should be noted that the first special winning opening 20 is arranged at a position where it is relatively easy to enter the ball, regardless of whether the right hitting or the left hitting is performed. Are arranged at positions where the right-handed game balls mainly enter.

  Of course, the arrangement of the first and second special winning openings 20 and 21 is not limited to this. For example, the first and second special winning openings 20 and 21 are arranged vertically in the right-handed area. Is also good.

  In addition, below the second big winning opening 21, the game balls that have entered the second big winning opening 21 during the big hit game are guided, and after the big hitting game is in a certain change state (the probability of hitting by the winning / judging judgment is high. The probability variation determination device 13 for deciding that it is in the state (1) is arranged. The details of the probability variation determination device 13 will be described later.

  In the area on the left side of the game board 1, a first special figure display device 9 and a second special figure display device 10 each having a plurality of LEDs (for example, about 7) and a first special figure consisting of four LEDs are provided. A figure reservation number display device 23 and a second special figure reservation number display device 24 are installed. Further, in the lower right area of the game board 1, a normal symbol display device 7 composed of two LEDs and a general symbol holding number display device 8 composed of four LEDs are installed.

  The special figure display device 9 displays the special figure 1 and the second special figure display device 10 displays the special figure 2, but the first and second special figure display devices 9 and 10 display these special figures. By making the lighting pattern of each LED irregular at the time of playing, it is impossible or difficult for the player to distinguish the special figure. By making the arrangement of the LEDs forming the first and second special figure display devices 9 and 10 irregular, it may be impossible or difficult for the player to distinguish the displayed special figure. .

  In the center case 5 of the game board 1 shown in FIG. 2, the LCD panel of the effect symbol display device 6 (the whole illustration is omitted) is arranged in the center, and on the screen of the LCD panel, the variable display of the effect symbol is displayed. By performing, a symbol effect for notifying the result of the big hit lottery corresponding to the first and second special symbols is performed.

  Further, the center case 5 is provided with a warp entrance, a warp gutter, a stage, and the like as well known. Further, below the center case 5 and to the left of the first starting opening 11, general winning openings 25 to 27 are arranged.

  A large number of game nails are planted in the game area 3 of the game board 1, and an out port is provided at the bottom of the board.

  Next, the configuration of the probability variation determination device 13 will be described.

  As shown in FIG. 3, the probability variation determination device 13 is a specific area for determining a discharge port 13a from which a game ball that has entered the second special winning opening 21 is discharged, and a transition to a probability variation state. 15 and a shutter 14 that closes or opens the specific area 15. The specific area 15 has a configuration called a so-called probability variation port or V probability.

  As described above, the game ball that entered the second big winning opening 21 during the big hit game is discharged from the discharge opening 13a. When the game ball is discharged from the discharge port 13a while the specific area 15 is closed, the game ball is guided to the loss port 13b by the shutter 14 (see FIG. 3A). On the other hand, when the game ball is discharged from the discharge port 13a while the specific area 15 is open, the game ball enters the specific area 15 and is determined to be in a positive change state after the big hit game (FIG. 3 (b)).

  More specifically, a second count SW 21a is provided downstream of the second special winning opening 21 and upstream of the discharging opening 13a for detecting a game ball that has won the second special winning opening 21. In addition, inside the lose opening 13b, the game ball that entered the lose opening 13b, that is, the second special winning opening 21, enters and is not guided to the specific area 15 by the distribution action of the shutter 14. A lost ball detection SW 13c for detecting a game ball is provided. Further, inside the specific area 15, a probability variation SW 15a is provided. Therefore, in the present embodiment, in the fifth round of the big hit game state, when the game ball enters the second special winning opening 21 while the second special winning opening 21 is open, first the game ball is When detected by the 2-count SW 21a and subsequently distributed by the shutter 14 to the loss opening 13b, it is detected by the lost sphere detection SW 13c, or when distributed by the shutter 14 to the specific area 15 by the probability variation SW 15a. Since the SWs have the above-described arrangement relationship from the upstream side to the downstream side, a time lag may occur in the detection of the lost ball detection SW 13c or the probability variation SW 15a for the detection with respect to the second count SW 21a. It has become.

  In other words, the shutter 14 is provided in the downstream area of the second count SW 21 a, and the downstream area of the shutter 14, that is, the downstream area guided by the distribution by the shutter 14, has the specific area 15 including the probability variation SW 15 a. A game ball that has not been guided to the specific area 15 is guided and also has a loss port 13b that incorporates a loss ball detection SW 13c.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 4, on the back side of the pachinko machine 50, an inner frame 70 to which the game board 1 is detachably attached is housed in an outer frame 51. Similarly to the front frame 52, the inner frame 70 is installed such that the vertical position of one side edge (right side in FIG. 4) is coupled to the hinge 53 provided on the outer frame 51 and can be opened and closed. A game ball downflow passage is formed in the inner frame 70, and a ball tank 71, a tank rail 72, and a payout unit 73 are provided from above (upstream), and a payout device is provided in the payout unit 73. . With this configuration, when a game ball is won in the winning opening of the game board 1, a predetermined number of game balls (prize balls) stored in the ball tank 71 are paid out from the payout device and passed through the flow passage to the upper plate 55. Be paid out. Further, in the first embodiment, the payout device is configured to pay out the game ball (ball rental) according to the operation of the ball lending button 57.

  Further, on the back side of the pachinko machine 50, a main controller 80, a payout controller 81, an effect symbol controller 82, a sub integrated controller 83, a launch controller, and a power supply board 85 are provided. The main controller 80, the effect symbol controller 82, and the sub integrated controller 83 are provided on the game board 1, and the payout controller 81, the launch controller, and the power board 85 are provided on the inner frame 70. Although the firing control device is not shown in FIG. 4, the firing control device is arranged on the back side (game board 1 side) of the payout control device 81.

  An external connection terminal board 78 is provided on the right side of the ball tank 71, and the external connection terminal board 78 sends a signal indicating a game state or a game result to a hall computer (not shown).

(2) Electrical Configuration Next, the electrical configuration of the pachinko machine 50 will be described. As shown in the block diagram of FIG. 5, the pachinko machine 50 is mainly composed of a main controller 80. Note that this block diagram does not include so-called relay boards or power supply boards that simply relay signals. Although not shown in detail, all of the main controller 80, the payout controller 81, the effect symbol controller 82, and the sub integrated controller 83 have a CPU, a ROM, a RAM, an input port, an output port and the like. . Further, although the firing control device 84 and the power supply board are not provided with the CPU, ROM, and RAM, the invention is not limited to this, and the firing control device 84 and the like may be provided with the CPU, ROM, RAM, and the like.

  In the main controller 80, a first starting opening SW11a that detects a game ball that has entered the first starting opening 11, a second starting opening SW12a that detects a game ball that has entered the second starting opening 12, and a normal symbol operation A detection signal from a normal symbol operation SW 22a that detects a game ball that has entered the gate 22, a general winning opening SW 25a that detects a game ball that entered the general winning openings 25 to 27, etc. is input.

  In addition to the above, a first count SW 20a for counting the game balls that have entered the first special winning opening 20 and a game ball that has entered the second special winning opening 21 are detected and counted. The second count SW 21a, the detection signal from the probability variation SW 15a that detects the game ball that entered the specific area 15 provided in the probability variation determination device 13 is input. Further, a detection signal from the lost ball detection SW 13c for detecting a game ball that has entered the lost opening 13b without being guided to the specific area 15 is also input.

  The main control device 80 operates according to the installed program, generates various commands relating to the progress of the game based on the above-mentioned detection signals, etc., and outputs them to the payout control device 81 and the sub integrated control device 83.

  Further, the main control device 80, the first special symbol display device 9, the second special symbol display device 10, the first special symbol reservation number display device 23, the second special symbol display device 9 connected through the symbol display device relay terminal board 90. The display of the special figure reservation number display device 24, the normal symbol display device 7, and the general figure reservation number display device 8 is controlled.

  Further, the main controller 80 controls the opening and closing of the first special winning opening solenoid 20b by controlling the first special winning opening solenoid 20b, and the second special winning opening solenoid 21b by controlling the second special winning opening solenoid 21b. The opening / closing of the second starting port 12 is controlled by controlling the opening / closing of the power source 21 and the ordinary electric accessory solenoid 12b.

  Further, by controlling the shutter solenoid 14a, the shutter 14 is controlled to switch the open / closed state of the specific area 15 provided in the probability variation determination device 13.

  The output signal from the main controller 80 is also output to the test signal terminal, and a control signal such as a pattern change and a big hit is output to the external connection terminal board 78 and sent to the hall computer 87.

  Two-way communication is possible between the main controller 80 and the payout controller 81. The payout control device 81 operates the payout motor 30 according to the command sent from the main control device 80 to pay out the prize balls. In this embodiment, the detection signal of the payout SW 31 for counting the game balls to be paid out as the prize balls is input to the payout control device 81, and the payout control device 81 counts the prize balls. In addition to this, it is also possible to use a configuration in which the detection signal of the payout SW 31 is input to the main control device 80 and the payout control device 81, and both the main control device 80 and the payout control device 81 count prize balls.

  The payout control device 81 receives signals from the glass frame closing SW 45, the inner frame closing SW 46, the out-of-bulb SW 33, the payout SW 31, and the full SW 32, and the full SW 32 sends a signal indicating that the lower plate 63 is full. When it is input, or when a signal indicating that there are few or no game balls is input to the ball tank 71 by the out-of-ball SW 33, the payout motor 30 is stopped and the prize ball payout operation is stopped. Further, the full SW 32 and the out-of-ball SW 33 are also configured to continue outputting signals until the state is eliminated, and the payout control device 81 drives the payout motor 30 due to the fact that the signal is not output. To restart.

  Further, the payout control device 81 operates the payout motor 30 by communicating with the CR unit 56 via the CR unit terminal plate 34, and discharges the rental ball. The paid-out lent balls are detected by the payout SW 31, and the detection signal is input to the payout control device 81. Further, the CR unit terminal board 34 is connected to the settlement display device 59 so as to be able to perform two-way communication, and the settlement display device 59 requires a ball lending button 57 for requesting the lending of game balls, and a settlement request. A payment button 58 is provided.

  In addition, the payout control device 81 transmits information about prize balls, information indicating the open / closed state of the frame (inner frame 70, front frame 52) to the hall computer 87 via the external connection terminal board 78, and also the firing control device. A firing stop signal is transmitted to 84.

  Although the game balls are paid out in the present embodiment, an enclosed type structure may be used in which the prize balls generated according to a prize or the like are stored without paying out.

  The launch control device 84 controls the launch motor 40 to launch a game ball in the game area 3. In addition to the payout control device 81, a rotation amount signal from the firing handle 64, a touch signal from the touch SW 38, and a firing stop signal from the firing stop SW 39 are input to the firing control device 84.

  The rotation amount signal is output by the player operating the firing handle 64, the touch signal is output by the player touching the firing handle 64, and the firing stop switch signal is the player pressing the firing stop SW 39. Is output with. If the touch signal is not input to the launch control device 84, the game ball cannot be launched, and when the launch stop switch signal is input, the game ball can be launched even if the player touches the launch handle 64. There is no such thing.

  The sub integrated control device 83 receives the data and command transmitted from the main control device 80. Note that the sub integrated control device 83 does not transmit data to the main control device 80. Then, they are divided into data for effect display control, sound control and data for lamp control, commands for effect display control and the like are transmitted to the effect design control device 82, and sound control and lamp control are included in themselves. It is distributed to each control part (the function part as a voice control device and a lamp control device).

  The function unit as the voice control device controls the sound output from the speaker 66 by operating the sound LSI based on the data for the voice control, and the function unit as the lamp control device is based on the data for the lamp control. The various LEDs and the lamp 28 are controlled by operating the lamp driver.

  A game button 67 is connected to the sub integrated control device 83, and when the player operates the game button 67, the signal is input to the sub integrated control device 83.

  Bi-directional communication is possible between the sub integrated control device 83 and the effect symbol control device 82.

  The effect symbol control device 82 displays the effect symbol based on the data and the command received from the sub integrated control device 83 (there are both the one transmitted from the main control device 80 and the one generated by the sub integrated control device 83). The device 6 is controlled to display an effect screen such as variable display of effect symbols (symbol effect).

[Description of operation]
(1) Overview Next, the operation of the pachinko machine 50 according to the first embodiment will be described.

  The pachinko machine 50 increases the winning probability of the ordinary symbol lottery, lengthens the opening time of the second starting opening 12 when the ordinary symbol lottery is won, and the ordinary symbol display device 7 when the ordinary symbol lottery is made. The opening extension function for facilitating the ball entering the second starting opening 12 is provided by shortening the variation display time. Further, a time saving function is provided which operates together with the opening extension function to shorten the variable display time on the special symbol display device. Hereinafter, the game state in which the opening extension function and the time saving function are operated is also referred to as a time saving state.

  Further, in the pachinko machine 50, when a big hit is determined by the hit determination according to the first and second special drawings, the big hit game is started, and in each round during the big hit game, the first big winning opening 20 and the second big winning opening 21 One of them is open. Then, during the big hit game, the game ball enters the opened second big winning opening 21, and when the game ball enters the specific area 15, the probability changing function is activated after the big hit game, and the game state becomes the sure changing state. Become. At this time, the time saving function is also activated, and the gaming state of the pachinko machine 50 becomes a definite change state and a time saving state (probability change + time saving state). It should be noted that it is also possible to adopt a configuration in which only a certain change state is entered after a big hit game by entering the specific area 15.

  In each round, the first special winning opening 20 is opened for a long time. On the other hand, in the specific round (for example, five rounds in the present embodiment), the second special winning opening 21 is opened for a long time such that it is easy to enter the special winning opening. It is opened in any mode of short time opening for a short time such that it is difficult or practically impossible to enter the special winning opening. When the second special winning opening 21 is opened, the shutter 14 that opens and closes the specific area 15 of the probability variation determination device 13 also operates, and the specific area 15 is opened for a predetermined period.

  Therefore, in the big hit game (probably strange big hit game) in which the second special winning opening 21 is open for a long time, it becomes easy to enter the game ball into the specific area 15, and the game ball is entered into the second special winning opening 21. Then, after the big hit game is over, it shifts to a certain change and a shorter working time. However, in the big hit game (normal big hit game) in which the second big winning opening 21 is opened for a short time and is not opened for a long time, it becomes difficult or practically impossible to enter the game ball into the specific area 15, and the big hit game ends. After that, it will not shift to a sudden change and a shorter working time. In the pachinko machine 50, as the type of hit, there are provided a probability change hit in which a probability change big hit game is played and a normal hit in which a normal big hit game is played, and the type of hit is determined by the hit symbol.

  The hit symbol includes at least a probability big hit symbol (also referred to as a probability variant symbol) and a normal big hit symbol (also referred to as a regular symbol). The jackpot game state executed due to the probability variation big hit design being displayed is the probability variation jackpot game described above, and the jackpot game state executed due to the normal jackpot design being displayed is the above normal jackpot game. is there.

  The jackpot pattern includes at least a probability variation pattern and a normal pattern. The normal symbol is a symbol that is not scheduled (permissible) for the probability variation to operate after the jackpot gaming state ends, and the probability variation symbol is a symbol that is scheduled (permissible). As described above, in the present embodiment, the big hit game and the round control are executed with the open patterns which are different depending on the kind of the big hit symbols.

  In the present embodiment, the probability fluctuation itself is generated by entering a specific area, and at the time of a big hit (when the big hit symbol is fixedly displayed), only the provision of the time saving state is fixed. Therefore, the probability variation design may be expressed as a time saving design as the name of the big hit design. When a time saving state is given even to a normal symbol, it is expressed as a time saving symbol. When distinguishing, it is good also as the 1st time saving symbol and the 2nd time saving symbol.

  In addition, even if it is a normal symbol, when a game ball enters the specific area 15, a probability change state is given.

  In addition, when the game ball does not enter the specific area 15 in the big hit game, it shifts to the time saving state (normal time saving state) after the end of the big hit game. At this time, it is possible to shift to a normal state (a game state that is not a probability changing state and a time saving state) after the big hit game ends, or a normal time saving state after the big hit game ends depending on a hit symbol related to the big hit game. It may be determined whether or not to shift to one of the normal states.

  In addition, the pachinko machine 50 is provided with a limiter function that prevents a transition to the probability change state after the big hit game when a certain number of big hits occur while continuing the probability change + time saving state. Specifically, after the probability variation big hit game (first big hit game), after shifting to the probability variation + time saving state, if the probability variation big hit game in which the ball enters the specific area 15 continues for a predetermined number of times, the limiter function operates, and After the big hit game (final big hit game), be sure to shift to a time saving state (special time saving state). Hereinafter, the number of big hit games from the first big hit game to the final big hit game will be referred to as the probability variation limiter number.

  The normal time saving state and the special time saving state continue for a period until the jackpot lottery with a predetermined number of continuations is performed.

  Here, in the first embodiment, the specifications of the pachinko machine 50 may be as follows.

  The winning probability of the big hit lottery when it is not in the probability changing state is 1/300 (low probability). The probability of winning the big hit lottery in the probability changing state is 1/80 (high probability). The probability that the probability variation jackpot game is played at the time of winning in the jackpot lottery is 90%. The number of continuation of the probability change + time saving state (probability change + time saving number) is 10,000 times. The number of probability change limiters is 5. The number of times that the normal working hours are continued (normal working times) is 100 times. The number of continuation of the special time saving state (special time saving number) is 100 times. The big hit game opens the first big winning opening 20 at all 15R, 1 to 4R and 6 to 15R, and opens the second big winning opening 21 at 5R. Of course, not limited to this, the pachinko machine 50 can have various specifications. Specifically, for example, by setting the probability variation + time saving number to 10000 times, the probability variation + time saving state is substantially continued until the next big hit occurs, but the invention is not limited to this. After the shift to the time saving state, the state may be continuously maintained until a hit occurs. Further, for example, the number of times of normal shortening and the number of times of special shortening may be different. In addition, as a big hit game, the first big winning opening 20 may be opened in all 15R and 1 to 14R, and the second big winning opening 21 may be opened in 15R.

The operation of the pachinko machine 50 will be described below.
(2) Main Routine First, the main routine in the main controller 80 of the pachinko machine 50 will be described with reference to the flowchart shown in FIG. It should be noted that this main routine is started as a timer interrupt process with a cycle of 2 ms.

  In S10, main controller 80 determines whether or not the main routine has been started by a normal timer interrupt, and if an affirmative determination is obtained (S10: Yes), the process proceeds to S20 and a negative determination is made. When the determination is obtained (S10: No), the process proceeds to S15.

  In S15, main controller 80 initializes the CPU, I / O, etc., and moves the process to S70.

  On the other hand, if an affirmative determination is obtained in S10, the main controller 80 updates the initial value random number (S20), updates the jackpot determination random number (S25), updates the jackpot symbol determination random number (S30), The hit determination random number is updated (S35), the reach determination random number is updated (S40), and the variation pattern determination random number is updated (S45).

  Then, the main control device 80 performs a winning confirmation process for detecting a winning of a game ball to a winning opening such as a starting opening (S50), and a win / loss determination processing for performing a jackpot lottery due to the winning at the starting opening (S55). ), Each output process of transmitting data and commands to the sub integrated control device 83 and the like, and various information to the hall computer 87 and the like (S60), and fraud monitoring process of detecting fraudulent behavior of the player (S65). )I do.

  In addition, in addition to this, due to the normal symbol lottery, etc. due to the passage of the normal symbol actuation gate 22 of the game ball, the normal symbol hit / miss determination process, and by opening the ordinary electric auditors (the second starting opening 12) A general-university game process for performing a general-purpose game is performed.

  Further, following the hit / miss determination process, a big hit game process for playing a big hit game is performed.

  In S70, main controller 80 repeatedly updates the initial value random number until the next timer interrupt occurs and the main routine is activated.

(3) Starting mouth winning confirmation processing Next, FIG. 7 shows the starting mouth winning confirmation processing that detects winning in the first and second starting openings 11 and 12 and performs reserved storage etc. according to the winning. This will be described with reference to the flowchart of. It should be noted that this processing is configured as a subroutine called from the winning confirmation processing executed from the main routine.

  In S100, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the winning of the game ball into the first starting opening 11 has occurred, based on the detection signal of the first starting opening SW11a. If the determination is affirmative (S100: Yes), the process proceeds to S105, and if the determination is negative (S100: No), the process proceeds to S115.

  In S105, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the number of reserved memories (first reserved memory) for the special drawing corresponding to the first starting port 11 has reached the maximum value (4 as an example). If the determination is affirmative (S105: Yes), the process proceeds to S115, and if the determination is negative (S105: No), the process proceeds to S110.

  In S110, the main controller 80, the big hit determination random number used in the big hit lottery, the big hit symbol determination random number for determining the winning symbol, the reach determination random number for determining whether or not to reach in the symbol effect. Alternatively, the random number for determining the variation pattern for determining the variation time of the special symbol is extracted. Then, while storing the extracted random number as the first reserved memory, the first reserved number command indicating how many first reserved memories are generated is transmitted to the sub integrated control device 83, and the process is performed in S115. Transition.

  The main controller 80 may perform pre-reading based on the big hit determination random number or the like related to the first pending storage, and may send the pre-reading result to the sub integrated control device 83.

  In S115, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the winning of the game ball into the second starting opening 12 has occurred, based on the detection signal of the second starting opening SW12a. Then, if the determination is affirmative (S115: Yes), the process proceeds to S120, and if the determination is negative (S115: No), this process ends.

  In S120, main controller 80 determines whether or not the number of reserved memories (second reserved memory) for the special diagram corresponding to second starting port 12 has reached the maximum value (4 as an example). Then, if the determination is affirmative (S120: Yes), this process is terminated, and if the determination is negative (S120: No), the process proceeds to S125.

  In S125, main controller 80 extracts a big hit determination random number, a big hit symbol determination random number, a reach determination random number, a variation pattern determination random number, and the like. Then, while storing the extracted random number as the second reserved memory, a second reserved number command indicating how many second reserved memories are generated is transmitted to the sub integrated control device 83, and this processing is ended. To do.

  The main control device 80 may perform pre-reading based on the big hit determination random number or the like related to the second pending storage, and may send the pre-reading result to the sub integrated control device 83.

(4) Win / Loss Judgment Process Next, with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS. This process is executed from the main routine. After the end of this process, a big-hit game process for playing a big-hit game is executed.

  First, with reference to FIG. 8, in S200, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the accessory continuous operation device is operating, that is, whether or not the big hit game is being executed. Then, if the determination is affirmative (S200: Yes), this process is terminated, and if the determination is negative (S200: No), the process proceeds to S205.

  In S205, main controller 80 determines whether or not the variable display of the first special drawing or the second special drawing is being performed. Then, if the determination is affirmative (S205: Yes), the process proceeds to S280 in FIG. 10, and if the determination is negative (S205: No), the process proceeds to S210.

  In S210, main controller 80 determines whether the first special drawing or the second special drawing is being confirmed and displayed. Then, if the determination is affirmative (S210: Yes), the process proceeds to S290 in FIG. 11, and if the determination is negative (S210: No), the process proceeds to S215 in FIG.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 9, in S215, the main control device 80 determines whether or not there is a first pending storage and a second pending storage, and if any pending storage exists (S215: Yes), the process proceeds to S220. If not (S215: No), this process ends.

  In S220, main controller 80 selects the earliest pending storage from among the first and second pending storages presently present, and decrements the number of pending storages corresponding to the selected pending storage type. The processing moves to S225. In addition, when the first and second reserved storages are present, the second reserved storage may be selected in order from the earliest occurring one (a configuration in which the second reserved storage is preferentially consumed).

  In S225, main controller 80 determines whether or not the probability variation flag indicating the probability variation state is set, and if the determination is affirmative (S225: Yes), the process proceeds to S230 and is negative. In the case of determination (S225: No), the process proceeds to S235.

  In S230, the main control device 80 determines whether or not to win in the big hit lottery, based on the big hit determination random number related to the selected pending storage and the hit / miss judgment table (probability change table) corresponding to the probability change state. Digest pending memory. Then, the process proceeds to S240.

  On the other hand, in S235, the main controller 80 determines whether or not to win the big hit lottery based on the big hit judging random number related to the selected pending storage and the hit judgment table (normal table) corresponding to the case where the state is not the probable variation. Is determined and the reserved memory is consumed. Then, the process proceeds to S240.

  In the win / loss determination process executed by the main controller 80 as described above, due to the ball entering the first starting opening 11 or the second starting opening 12, there is a low probability (for example, 1/300) in S235, and In S230, a high / high probability (for example, 1/80) that is higher than the low probability is used to determine whether or not to make a big hit.

  In S240, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the jackpot lottery is won. If the determination is affirmative (S240: Yes), the process proceeds to S245, and if the determination is negative (S240: No). ), The process proceeds to S260.

  In S245, the main control device 80 determines the winning symbol based on the jackpot symbol determining random number relating to the digested pending storage. As a result of the determination based on the random number for jackpot symbol determination, each winning symbol corresponding to the first special symbol and the second special symbol is randomly selected according to a predetermined distribution ratio. Then, the process proceeds to S250.

  In S250 and S255, the main control device 80 determines the variation time of the special symbol based on the variation pattern determining random numbers relating to the digested pending storage, and the opening pattern in the jackpot game based on the winning symbol, or after the jackpot game. Whether or not the opening extension function is activated, the number of times the probability variation state or the time saving state is continued, etc. are determined, and the process proceeds to S270.

  With reference to the types of big hit symbols, different open patterns are determined depending on whether this is a probability variation symbol or a normal symbol. The information related to the symbol type is stored in a predetermined buffer, and it is referred to by the control during the big hit game state to determine whether or not to execute the control process related to the execution of the long opening. Constitute.

  On the other hand, in S260 which shifts when the player is out of the big hit lottery, the main control device 80 determines the variation time of the special symbol based on the reach determination random number, the variation pattern determination random number, etc. relating to the digested pending storage, and S265. Process is transferred to.

  In S265, main controller 80 updates the counter that indicates the remaining number of jackpot lottery items that can be executed during the probability variation state (probability variation number) and the remaining number of jackpot lottery items that can be executed during the time saving state (time saving number). Then, the process proceeds to S270.

  In S270, the main control device 80 instructs the sub integrated control device 83 to perform a first holding number command indicating the number of first holding memories after the big hit lottery and a second holding number for indicating the number of the second holding memories after the big hit lottery. Hold number command and send. Further, the variable display of the special symbol corresponding to the consumed storage that has been exhausted is started, and the symbol effect is started by transmitting a variation start command indicating the variation time of the special symbol to the sub integrated control device 83. Further, to the sub integrated control device 83, a symbol designating command instructing an effect symbol to be stopped and displayed is transmitted, and the present process is ended.

  Next, referring to FIG. 10, in S280 which shifts to the change display of the first special figure or the second special figure, the main controller 80 determines whether or not the change time of the special figure has elapsed, and in the case of a positive determination (S280: Yes), the process proceeds to S285, and if a negative determination is made (S280: No), this process ends.

  In S285, the main control device 80 ends the variable display of the special symbol, displays the final symbol of the special symbol, and transmits a symbol finalization command to the sub integrated control device 83 to perform the final display of the effect symbol, This process ends.

  Then, with reference to FIG. 11, in S290, which transits to the fixed display of the special figure, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the duration of the fixed display of the special figure has ended. Then, if the determination is affirmative (S290: Yes), the process proceeds to S295, and if the determination is negative (S290: No), the process is terminated.

  In S295, main controller 80 ends the confirmation display of the special figure, and advances the processing to S300.

  In S300, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the special display that has been confirmed and displayed is for a big hit. If the determination is affirmative (S300: Yes), the process proceeds to S305 and a negative determination is made. In the case of (S300: No), the process proceeds to S335.

  In S305, the main control device 80 refers to the probability variation flag indicating the probability variation state, clears the probability variation flag if the probability variation flag is set (S310), and thereafter shifts the processing to S315. .

  In S315, the main control device 80 refers to the time saving flag indicating that the time saving state is set, and clears the time saving flag if the time saving flag is set (S320), and thereafter shifts the processing to S325. .

  Then, the main control device 80 executes the condition device operation start process (S325) and the accessory continuous operation device operation start process (S327), and also notifies the winning notification in the jackpot lottery, the privilege content, and the like. The command is transmitted to the sub integrated control device 83 (S330), and this processing ends.

  On the other hand, in S335 to which the process proceeds when a negative determination is obtained in S300, the main control device 80 refers to the probability variation flag, and when the flag is set (S335: Yes), refers to the probability variation number. Yes (S340). Then, when the number of probability changes is 0 (S340: Yes), the probability change flag is cleared (S345), and the process proceeds to S347.

  In S347, main controller 80 clears the limiter counter and shifts the processing to S350.

  In S350, the main control device 80 refers to the time saving flag, and when the flag is set (S350: Yes), refers to the time saving number (S355). Then, when the number of time saving is 0 (S355: Yes), the time saving flag is cleared (S360), and the process proceeds to S365.

  In S365, the main control device 80 executes a state designation command transmission process of transmitting a state designation command for notifying the sub integrated control device 83 of the current game state and the number of continuations of the current game state. The process ends.

(5) Big hit game process Next, the big hit game process of performing the big hit game will be described with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS. It should be noted that this processing is executed subsequent to the hit / miss determination processing.

  In S500, the main controller 80 determines whether or not the accessory continuous operation device is in operation, that is, whether or not the big hit game is being executed. Then, if the determination is affirmative (S500: Yes), the process proceeds to S510, and if the determination is negative (S500: No), this process ends.

  In S510, the main controller 80 determines whether or not the second special winning opening 21 is open, that is, whether or not 5R is being executed, and in the case of a positive determination (S510: Yes), When the determination is negative (S510: No), the process proceeds to S515 as well as the process proceeds to S545 in FIG.

  In S515, the main controller 80 determines whether or not the first special winning opening 20 is open, that is, whether or not a round other than 5R is being executed, and in the case of a positive determination (S515: Yes), the process proceeds to S575 of FIG. 13, and if a negative determination is made (S515: No), the process proceeds to S520.

  In S520, the main controller 80 determines whether or not it is during each round interval in the big hit game, and in the case of a positive determination (S520: Yes), shifts the process to S600 in FIG. In the case of determination (S520: No), the process proceeds to S525.

  In S525, main controller 80 determines whether or not the jackpot game end effect is being produced, and in the case of an affirmative determination (S525: Yes), the process proceeds to S645 in FIG. 15 and a negative determination is made. In that case (S525: No), the process proceeds to S530.

  In S530, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the effect time of the jackpot start effect, which is performed before the jackpot game is started, has passed after being hit in the jackpot lottery, and in the case of an affirmative determination (S530 : Yes), the process proceeds to S535, and if a negative determination is made (S530: No), this process ends.

  In S535, the main control device 80 executes the first big winning opening opening process for opening the first big winning opening 20 according to the opening pattern corresponding to the winning symbol (the big hit game of the 1R is executed), and the number of rounds. Is set to 1 (S540), and this processing ends.

  Subsequently, referring to FIG. 13, in S545 when the second special winning opening 21 is opened, the main control device 80 determines whether or not a ball has entered the specific area 15 based on a signal from the probability variation SW 15a. Then, if the determination is affirmative (S545: Yes), the process proceeds to S550, and if the determination is negative (S545: No), the process proceeds to S555.

  In S550, main controller 80 sets the specific flag and shifts the processing to S555.

  In S555, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the number of game balls winning the second special winning opening 21 has become nine. Then, if the determination is affirmative (S555: Yes), the process proceeds to S565, and if the determination is negative (S555: No), the process proceeds to S560.

  In S555, the number of game balls detected by the second count SW 21a in the round is detected and counted. Further, it is determined whether or not the counted result has reached a predetermined number, which is a predetermined upper limit of winning, that is, nine in the present embodiment.

  In S560, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the opening time of the second special winning opening 21 determined according to the opening pattern has ended, and in the case of a positive determination (S560: Yes), the process proceeds to S565. When the determination is negative (S560: No), the present process ends.

  In S560, the main control device 80 changes the opening time of the second special winning opening 21 of the 5R (specific round) based on whether the big hit this time is a big hit with the normal design or a big hit with the probability variation design. There is. That is, in the "big hit game process" of the present embodiment, in 5R, a short period opening of 0.06 s is executed in the case of a normal symbol, and a long period opening of 28 s is executed in the case of a probability variation symbol. These opening times are times scheduled at the start of opening, and before reaching the opening time, if the number of detections of the second count SW 21a reaches the specified winning number which is the upper limit to the special winning opening, The opening is configured to end before the opening time expires.

  In S565, the main control device 80 executes a second special winning opening closing process of closing the second special winning opening 21, and shifts the processing to S570.

  In S565, the main control device 80 executes the closing processing of the second special winning opening without waiting for the determination of the end of the opening time in S560, based on the fact that the specified number of winnings has occurred in S555.

  In S570, the main control device 80 executes a big hit interval process for setting an interval for each round of the big hit game, and ends this process.

  On the other hand, in S575 that shifts to the opening of the first special winning opening 20, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the number of game balls winning the first special winning opening 20 has reached nine. When the determination is affirmative (S575: Yes), the process proceeds to S585, and when the determination is negative (S575: No), the process proceeds to S580.

  In S580, the main controller 80 determines whether or not the opening time of the first special winning opening 20 has ended, and if the determination is affirmative (S580: Yes), the process proceeds to S585 and a negative determination is made. In the case of (S580: No), this process is transferred.

  In S585, the main controller 80 executes a first special winning opening closing process for closing the first special winning opening 20, and shifts the processing to S590.

  In S590, the main control device 80 executes a big hit interval process for setting an interval for each round of the big hit game, and ends this process.

  Continuing with regard to FIG. 14, in S600 which shifts during the interval of each round, main controller 80 determines whether or not the final round has been reached based on the open counter and the open pattern of the big hit game, and an affirmative determination is made. In the case of (S600: Yes), the process proceeds to S605, and in the case of a negative determination (S600: No), the process proceeds to S615.

  In S605, the main control device 80 performs a big hit end effect process for performing an effect (also referred to as a big hit end effect, ending effect, ED effect, etc.) when ending the big hit game, and clears the open counter ( S610), and this processing ends.

  On the other hand, in S615, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the interval time of the big hit game has elapsed. If the determination is affirmative (S615: Yes), the process proceeds to S620, and if the determination is negative. (S615: No), this processing ends.

  In S620, the main controller 80 determines whether or not it is a round to open the first special winning opening 20 based on the open counter and the open pattern of the big hit game, and in the case of an affirmative judgment (S620: Yes), The process proceeds to S625, and in the case of negative determination (S620: No), the process proceeds to S635. That is, in S620, it is determined whether or not it is a round other than 5R.

  In S625, the main control device 80 executes the first special winning opening opening process for opening the first special winning opening 20, increments the opening counter indicating the number of rounds (S630), and ends this processing.

  On the other hand, in S635, the main control device 80 executes the second special winning opening opening process for opening the second special winning opening 21, increments the opening counter indicating the number of rounds (S640), and ends this processing. .

  That is, in S635, depending on whether the big hit this time is caused by the regular symbol or the probability variation symbol, for example, as a 5R opening pattern, for example, a short period of 0.06 s is set, or a long period of 28 s is set. It is determined whether or not the release is to be performed, and the release process is executed based on this.

  The main controller 80 starts the opening / closing control of the specific region 15 by starting the opening / closing control of the shutter 14, that is, the drive control of the shutter solenoid 14a at the same time when the opening of the second special winning opening 21 is started. The opening / closing control is executed by a "shutter control process" that shifts for each interrupt following this process (big hit game process). In the shutter control processing, the opening / closing control of the shutter 14 is performed by the drive control of the shutter solenoid 14a, whereby the shutter 14 is opened in the specific area 15 in which the game ball cannot pass due to the closing of the shutter 14. Change the ball into a passable state. As a predetermined opening operation of the shutter 14 as the distribution unit, a short opening operation and a long opening operation described later are provided.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, the probability of entering the specific area 15 is adjusted by both the opening time of the second special winning opening 21 and the opening time of the shutter 14, but it is possible to control only one of them. good.

  When adjusting with both, it is possible to accurately design the winning probability to the specific area 15, and it is possible to make it difficult to produce irregular game results.

  On the other hand, if only the opening time of the second special winning opening 21 is performed, even if the opening is short, it is possible to have a game property that can be expected to pass to the specific area 15 by entering the ball. It is possible to give the player an interest regarding whether or not to enter the two major winning openings 21.

  Further, if the adjustment is performed only by the operation mode of the shutter 14, the second special winning opening 21 can be opened for a long time even when the shutter 14 is in the short opening operation, and even if it is difficult to enter the specific area 15, it is a big hit. Even in this case, it is possible to equally give a prize ball by winning a prize in the special winning opening. Further, there is an effect that it becomes difficult to estimate the high possibility of passing to the specific area 15 from the opening mode of the special winning opening. The control process will be described in detail later.

  It should be noted that both the short opening operation and the long opening operation, which are the predetermined opening operations of the shutter 14, are operations for changing at least the specific region 15 to a passable state of the game ball. However, the possibility of passage is set to be extremely low in the short opening operation as compared with the long opening operation. The short-opening operation makes it possible for the game ball to pass through the specific area 15 in a difficult (not impossible) state. The long opening operation allows the gaming ball to easily pass through the specific area 15.

  Subsequently, with reference to FIG. 15, in S645 when shifting to the end effect of the big hit game, the main controller 80 determines whether or not the time of the end effect has ended, and in the case of a positive determination (S645: Yes). , S650, and if the determination is negative (S645: No), this process ends.

  In subsequent S650 and S655, main controller 80 stops the accessory continuous operation device and the condition device, and shifts the processing to S660.

  In S660, the main control device 80 determines whether or not a specific flag indicating that a ball has entered the specific area 15 provided in the probability variation determination device 13 is set during the big hit game. Then, if the determination is affirmative (S660: Yes), the process proceeds to S662, and if the determination is negative (S660: No), the process proceeds to S680.

  In S662, main controller 80 determines whether or not the value of the limiter counter is greater than or equal to the probability variation limiter count. If the determination is affirmative (S662: Yes), the process proceeds to S685, and if the determination is negative, (S662: No), the process proceeds to S665.

  In S665, main controller 80 sets the number of continuations of the probability variation state and the time saving state which are previously determined according to the winning symbol. Further, the probability variation flag and the time saving flag are set (S670), the specific flag is cleared (S675), the limiter counter is further incremented (S677), and then the process proceeds to S695.

  On the other hand, in S680, the main control device 80 determines whether or not it will be in a time saving state after the end of the big hit game. If the determination is affirmative (S680: Yes), the process proceeds to S685 and a negative determination is made. In that case (S680: No), the process proceeds to S695.

  In S685, main controller 80 sets the number of times the time saving state is continued, which is previously determined according to the winning symbol. Further, the time saving flag is set (S690), the limiter counter is cleared (S692), and the process proceeds to S695.

  In S695 and S698, the main control device 80 notifies the sub integrated control device 83 of the big hit end command for ending the effect related to the big hit game, the game state after the big hit game is finished, and the number of times the game state is continued. A status designation command is transmitted, and this processing ends.

(6) About production In the pachinko machine 50, the sub integrated control device 83 controls the production design control device 82 and the like based on the command from the main control device 80, and via the screen of the production design display device 6, the speaker 66 and the like. Perform various performances. Specifically, the sub integrated control device 83, based on the variation start command or the like from the main control device 80, performs a symbol production in which the pseudo symbol is variably displayed via the production symbol control device 82, and also to the hold number command and the like. Based on the effect design control device 82, the hold effect of displaying the hold design is performed. In addition to this, the sub integrated control device 83 may perform the prefetching effect based on the command indicating the prefetching result received from the main control device 80. In addition, the sub integrated control device 83, based on the command from the main control device 80, the progress of the big hit game (for example, the total number of rounds, the current round, the number of winnings at the special winning opening, the number of prize balls, etc.). ) Is announced, and a deadline effect described later is performed. In addition, the sub integrated control device 83, based on a command from the main control device 80, after performing a symbol effect that variably displays a pseudo symbol via the effect symbol control device 82, a predetermined big hit symbol, that is, a normal symbol or a probability variation. The pseudo big hit symbol corresponding to the symbol is confirmed and displayed.

  These effects are performed according to the effect mode, and at least the normal mode, the normal time saving mode, the special time saving mode, the first effect mode, and the second effect mode are provided as the effect modes.

  The first effect mode is a mode in which the game state shifts when the game state changes to the probability change + time saving state, and an effect is informed or suggested that the current game state is the probability change + time saving state.

  On the other hand, the second effect mode is a mode that is triggered by the operation of the limiter function. The game state in the second effect mode is either a probability change + time saving state or a normal time saving state, and the second effect mode also continues as long as the game state continues. Further, during the second effect mode, a time limit effect that looks like a state in which a privilege is given by a so-called ST machine is performed (details will be described later).

(7) Transition of production mode The sub integrated control device 83 transitions the production mode based on the current game state or the like indicated by the state designation command received from the main control device 80 (see FIG. 16).

  Specifically, when the received state designation command indicates that the current game state is the normal state, the sub integrated control device 83 sets the effect mode to the normal mode.

  And, when the state designation command received at the end of the big hit game started during the normal mode indicates a probability variation + time saving state (when the gaming state becomes a probability variation + time saving state after the probability variation big hit game), the first Switch to the production mode. Further, when the state designation command indicates a time saving state (when the normal big hit is won or when the game ball does not enter the specific area 15 in the probability variation big hit game), the mode shifts to the normal time saving mode. To do.

  Moreover, when the state designation command received at the end of the big hit game started during the first effect mode indicates the probability change + time saving state, the first effect mode is maintained. When the state designation command indicates the time saving mode, the mode normally shifts to the normal time saving mode. However, when the state designation command received at the end of the big hit game started during the operation of the limiter function indicates that the state is a time saving state, the special time saving mode is entered.

  It should be noted that the sub integrated control device 83 may determine whether or not the limiter function is operating by counting the number of big hits that occur during the continuation of the first effect mode (probability change + time saving state). Further, in addition to this, the sub integrated control device 83, by the symbol information sent from the main control device 80 at the start of the symbol variation, to determine the game state after the big hit game in advance, the state designation command is sent. It is also conceivable to decide the production mode before and start the production. As a result, for example, it is possible to perform an effect that suggests that the effect mode will change when the design changes, which is a big hit. In addition to this, it may be determined based on a command from the main controller 80 whether or not the limiter function is operating.

  Moreover, when the state designation command received at the end of the big hit game started during the normal time saving mode indicates the probability change + time saving state, the first effect mode is entered. In addition, during the normal time saving mode, when the state designation command received after the confirmation display of the special symbol indicates the normal state (when the normal time saving state ends), the mode shifts to the normal mode.

  Further, in the special time saving mode, when the state designation command received at the end of the big hit game indicates a positive change + time saving state or time saving state, the process shifts to the second effect mode. It should be noted that if the state designation command indicates the probability change + time saving state, the second effect mode may be entered, and if the state specifying command indicates a time saving state, the normal time saving mode may be entered. Also, during the special time saving mode, if the state designation command received after the confirmation display of the special symbol indicates the normal state (when the special time saving state has ended), the mode shifts to the normal mode.

  Moreover, when the state designation command received at the end of the big hit game started during the second effect mode indicates a probability change + time saving state or time saving state, the second effect mode is maintained. Further, during the second effect mode, if the state designation command received after the confirmation display of the special symbol indicates the normal state (when the normal time saving state has ended), the mode shifts to the normal mode.

(8) About the effect in the normal mode and the normal time saving mode During the normal mode, the sub integrated control device 83 performs a symbol effect, a hold effect, and the like. The effect screen 1000 is an example of a screen displayed on the effect symbol control device 82 during these effects (FIG. 17A).

  On the other hand, even during the normal time saving mode, the sub integrated control device 83 performs the symbol effect, the hold effect, and the like, but on the effect screen 1001 displayed at this time, it can be further executed during the normal time saving mode (normal time saving state). The number of jackpot lotteries (remaining number) is displayed (FIG. 17 (b)). Sub-integrated control device 83, during the transition to the normal time saving mode, specifies the normal time saving number based on the state designation command received at the end of the big hit game, and counts the remaining number of times based on the normal time saving number and the number of design effects, etc. Display on screen. In addition, when identifying the normal time saving number based on the state designation command, it is conceivable to specify the time saving number based on the symbol information sent at the time of start of fluctuation.

  And, as a big hit effect of the big hit game started in these modes, effect screens 1010 to 1014 are displayed, and an effect (competition effect) in which the main character (Tatsukichi Kumano) and the first-ranked enemy compete is made (Fig. 18). Depending on whether or not to shift to the probability variation + time saving state after the jackpot game is finished, in other words, the type of jackpot design that triggered the execution of the jackpot game was a probability variation jackpot design or a normal jackpot design, The content of the performance will be different. The effect screens 1010 to 1012 are displayed in the case of the normal big hit game based on the fixed display of the normal big hit symbol, and the game ball does not enter the specific area 15 at 5R (round in which the second special winning opening 21 is opened). Reflecting the result, the main character is defeated by the enemy in the effect of 15R (effect screen 1012), which indicates that the normal short-time state is entered after the jackpot game is over.

  On the other hand, the effect screens 1010, 1013, 1014 are displayed in the case of the probability variation big hit game based on the confirmed display of the probability variation big hit symbol, and the game ball is in the specific area 15 in 5R (round in which the second big winning opening 21 is opened). When the player enters the ball, the main character wins the 1st enemy in the effect of 15R by reflecting the result (effect screen 1014), and this shows that after the big hit game, it shifts to the probability change + time saving state. When the game ball does not enter the specific area 15 at 15R, the protagonist is defeated by the enemy of the 1st place in the production as in the case of the normal big hit game, which causes the normal short-time state after the big hit game. It is shown to do.

  Although the effect screens 1011 and 1013 show the effect screens in 5R, the effect screen 1011 may be displayed in 5R of the probability variation big hit game, and the effect screen 1013 may be displayed in 5R of the normal big hit game.

(9) About the effect in the first effect mode In the first effect mode, it is suggested that the current game state is the probability change + time saving state, and the end time of the probability change + time saving state (first effect mode) such as the remaining number of times. No suggestion or notification is made, and it is suggested that the probability change + time saving state (first production mode) continues until the next big hit. Further, in the first effect mode, effects are performed according to the number of probability-variable big-hit games (remaining number of big hits) that can be executed before the limiter function operates and whether or not the limiter function is operated. Note that instead of the number of remaining big hits, the number of big hit games that can be executed by the time the probability change + time saving state ends due to activation of the limiter function may be displayed.

  Before the limiter function is activated, along with the battle production in which the main character and the enemy compete, the design production, the holding production, the big hit production, etc. are seamlessly performed, and the enemy in the battle production is replaced every time the big hit game ends. In the battle production before the jackpot game starts, the state before the battle between the hero and the enemy starts is displayed, and in the battle production during the jackpot game, the battle between the hero and the enemy is displayed.

  The effect screen 1020 is an effect screen for battle effect and symbol effect that is performed during a period after the first big hit game is finished and before the next (second) big hit game is started (FIG. 19). In the battle production, the state before the battle between the main character and the second enemy is displayed. On the effect screen 1020, a display such as "second appearance", "1 win!" Is made, which means that one probability variation jackpot game has occurred (in other words, the number of remaining jackpots is 3). Is suggested.

  After that, when the big hit game is started, the main character and the second-ranked enemy start a match in the match production, and the big hit production is performed. As in the case of the first big hit game, the contents of the effect will be different depending on whether or not to shift to the probability change + time saving state after the big hit game is over. At the time of the normal big hit game, the effect screens 1021 to 1023 are displayed, and the main character is defeated by the enemy in the effect of 15R (effect screen 1023), so that after the big hit game is finished, the state shifts to the normal time saving state (first effect). A message indicating that the mode ends) is displayed (see FIG. 20).

  On the other hand, when the probability variation big hit game, the production screens 1021, 1024, 1025 are displayed, and when the game ball enters the specific area 15 at 5R, the main character wins the second enemy in the production of 15R (production. Screen 1025), which indicates that the probability change + time saving state (first effect mode) will continue. When the game ball does not enter the specific area 15 in 5R, the protagonist is defeated by the second-ranked enemy in the production as in the case of the normal big hit game.

  Although the effect screens 1022 and 1024 show the effect screens in 5R, the effect screen 1022 may be displayed in 5R of the probability variation big hit game, and the effect screen 1024 may be displayed in 5R of the normal big hit game.

  Further, the effect screen 1030 shows the battle effect and the symbol effect that are performed during the period after the end of the second big hit game and before the start of the third big hit game (FIG. 21 (a)). In the match production, the hero and the third-ranked enemy compete.

  On the effect screen 1030, a display such as “third fastest appearance” or “two consecutive wins!” Is displayed, which means that the probability variation jackpot game has occurred twice (in other words, the number of remaining jackpots is two). Is suggested.

  On the other hand, after the limiter function is activated, the effect screen 1040 is displayed, and the effect that the hero searches for something is performed. In addition to the effect, a design effect, a hold effect, a big hit effect, etc. are seamlessly performed. The effect screen 1040 also displays "4 consecutive wins!", Which suggests that the probability variation jackpot game has occurred 4 times (in other words, the number of remaining jackpots is 0).

(10) About the effect during the special time saving mode In the special time saving mode (indicated as ST rush challenge mode in the figure), the effect screen 1050 is displayed, along with the effect (special effect effect) in which the main character performs special training (special skill effect). Performances and the like are performed (FIG. 22 (a)). At this time, the remaining number of times in the special time saving mode (special time saving state) is displayed.

  Even in the special time saving mode, the big hit performance may be performed together with the special training effect, and the symbol effect and the big hit effect may be performed seamlessly. Also, in the special training effect (pattern effect) before the big hit game starts, for example, by displaying such as the main character destroying a rock, it is suggested that the big hit has been won or the shift to the second effect mode. May be. In addition, by performing the same display in the special training effect (big hit effect) during the big hit game, the transition to the second effect mode may be suggested.

(11) About effects in the second effect mode In the second effect mode (indicated as ST mode in the figure), the effect screen 1060 is displayed, and the symbol effect, the hold effect, the big hit effect, etc. are performed together with the battle effect ( FIG. 22B). These effects are performed in the same manner regardless of the game state (that is, it is impossible to determine from the effect in the second effect mode whether the state is a probable change + time saving state or a normal time saving state). Also in the battle production in the second effect mode, the state before the battle between the main character and the enemy is started is displayed before the big hit game is started, and the battle between the main character and the enemy is displayed during the big hit game.

  As described above, during the second effect mode, it is assumed that the game state is the probability change + time saving state and the normal time saving state. If it is the probability variation + time saving state, the second effect mode substantially continues until the next big hit, and if it is the normal time saving state, the second effect mode is performed when the predetermined number of continuations (normal time saving number) of the big hit lottery are performed. Ends.

  Here, in the second effect mode, the sub integrated control device 83 sets a normal time saving number (100 times) as the number of times of continuation of the second effect mode, and from the number of times of continuation, the number of times of start after the previous jackpot game ends ( The number of times that the jackpot lottery is subtracted is counted as the remaining number. In other words, the time when the remaining number becomes 0 is the temporary end time. Then, the remaining number of times is displayed together with the battle production, and the state is shown as if the privilege by the ST machine is given (the second production mode (current game state) is maintained for a certain duration (until the remaining number becomes 0). (Period) only) is displayed) (see FIG. 23).

  Then, when the gaming state is the probability variation + time saving state, when the remaining number of times reaches 0, the time limit production is ended, and the limit breakthrough production is performed which suggests that the current game state is the probability variation + time saving state (of course). , At this time, the second effect mode is maintained).

  Specifically, in the limit breakthrough production, the production screen 1061 may be displayed to indicate that the second production mode is further continued, or the production screen 1062 may be displayed to display another production mode (super ST mode). ) May be displayed (FIG. 24). At this time, it may be displayed that the remaining number of times of the second effect mode is infinite.

  It should be noted that the sub integrated control device 83 may count the remaining number of times as the number of times of continuation of the second effect mode, which is less than the number of times of normal shortening, and perform the time limit effect. Then, when the remaining number of times becomes 0, a predetermined additional number of times is added to (added on) the remaining number of times to perform additional production, and thereafter, the deadline production may be continued with the remaining number of times added. Also, when the number of remaining jackpots reaches 0, if the number of jackpot lottery lots performed after the previous jackpot game has reached the normal time saving number, if the gaming state is a positive change + time saving state, then the deadline production ends. Then, the limit breakthrough effect is started, and the second effect mode may be ended if it is in the normal time saving state.

  As a matter of course, the additional production may be performed regardless of whether the game state is the normal time saving state or the probability variation + time saving state. Further, the number of remaining times is not limited to 0, and additional production may be performed at a predetermined timing to increase the number of remaining times.

  In addition, in the normal time saving state, the number of additions is set to a number smaller than the remaining number until the end of the second effect mode at the time when the additional effect is performed, and finally, the remaining number of deadline effects is 0. It is preferable to make adjustments so that the second effect mode ends when.

  Also, when the second effect mode is continued when the remaining number of times in the time limit effect is 0, even if the number of start times after the transition to the second effect mode has not reached the normal shortened number of times. The deadline effect may be ended without performing the additional effect.

  Further, when the big hit game is started during the second effect mode, effect screens 1063 and 1064 are displayed, and the big hit effect is performed together with the battle effect (FIG. 25). At this time, the number of big hits that have occurred after shifting to the second effect mode (or the total number of big hits after the probability variation big hit that triggered the shift to the first effect mode) may be displayed as the number of consecutive chans.

  In the battle production and the big hit production, the main character always wins the enemy regardless of the type of big hit game being executed and whether or not the game ball enters the specific area 15 in 5R. In other words, the battle effect and the big hit effect are performed in the same manner regardless of whether or not the big change game is changed to the probability change + time saving state (in other words, the game in which the big hit game is changed to the big hit game). It is impossible to determine the state).

(12) Shutter Control Process 1 Hereinafter, the “shutter control process 1” of the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 26 to 28.
As described above, the "shutter control process 1" is a process that the main control device 80 executes following the big hit game process for each interrupt.
"Shutter control processing 1" is a normal jackpot (normal jackpot symbol) or a probability variation symbol (probability variation jackpot symbol) that is confirmed and displayed during a jackpot game state, and during the 5R (specific round) game or the 5R. The control process is executed by the main controller 80 during the end interval of. In the present embodiment, in the big hit game state 5R, while opening the second special winning opening 21, based on the result of the passage of the game ball to the specific area 15 provided in the second special winning opening 21, After the big hit game, it is decided whether to activate the probability variation.
As described above, the main control device 80 executes the big hit game process, and when the big hit occurs in the normal symbol, the second big winning opening 21 is opened for a short period of 0.06 s at the 5th R, When a big hit with the probability variation pattern, the second special winning opening 21 is opened for a long period of 28 s at the 5th R.

  First, in S700 of FIG. 26, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the present time is during the specific round (5 rounds in this embodiment) or during the ending interval of the specific round executed after the specific round. Then, in the case of a positive determination (S700: Yes), the process proceeds to S705, and in the case of a negative determination (S700: No), this process ends.

  In S705, the main controller 80 determines whether or not it is during the end interval. If the determination is affirmative (S705: Yes), the process proceeds to S710, and if the determination is negative (S705: No). , S715.

  In S710, main controller 80 increments the count value of the interval time counter by 1, and shifts the processing to S725.

  The interval time counter starts counting at the start of the end interval, that is, when the opening of the special winning opening of the specific round is finished, and counts up until the count value corresponding to the execution time of the end interval is reached. It is a counter. That is, it is a means for timing the end time of the end interval. In other words, the counter is a means for measuring the closing waiting time until the special winning opening closed at the end of the specific round (5R) is opened at the next 6R.

  In S715, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the present time is the start timing of the end interval, that is, whether or not the second special winning opening 21 is closed, and in the case of a positive determination (S715: Yes), The process proceeds to S720, and in the case of negative determination (S715: No), the process proceeds to S725.

  In S720, main controller 80 starts counting up the interval time counter and shifts the processing to S725.

  In S725, main controller 80 determines whether or not the current time is the start time of 5R, which is an example of the specific round, and if the determination is affirmative (S725: Yes), the process proceeds to S730, and If a negative determination is made (S725: No), the process proceeds to S750.

  In the above-mentioned big hit game process, the main control device 80 first executes the opening of the second big winning opening 21 regardless of whether the big hit is a positive variation symbol or a normal symbol. Specifically, if it is 5R due to the probability variation pattern, a long-term opening (for example, 28s) is executed, and if it is 5R due to a normal symbol, a short-term opening (for example, 0.06s) is executed. Is configured. In S725, it is determined whether or not the present time is the start of either short-term open or long-term open.

  In S730, main controller 80 executes a short-circuit opening operation start process, and shifts the process to S735.

  That is, the main control device 80 executes the short-circuit opening operation of the shutter 14 triggered by the start of the short-term opening or the long-term opening of the second special winning opening 21.

  In the present embodiment, the short opening operation of the shutter 14 is executed immediately upon the opening of the second special winning opening 21 for a short period or the start of the long opening. A configuration may also be provided in which a timer for measuring a predetermined short-circuit opening operation standby time triggered by the start of short-term opening or long-term opening is provided, and the short-circuit opening operation is executed based on the lapse of the standby time by the timer. good. The waiting time may be, for example, 1 s, or may be an extremely short time, that is, 0.04 s. The waiting time can be set as appropriate.

  By executing S730 by affirmative determination in S725, regardless of whether it is a big hit with either the regular symbol or the probability variation symbol, the short opening operation performed at the beginning of 5R is performed based on the opening of the second special winning opening 21. Execute immediately. As a result, even if the short-term opening is executed due to the normal symbol, the short-opening operation is executed by the execution of the short-term opening. However, the possibility that the game ball will pass through the specific area 15 can be ensured.

  In S735, main controller 80 starts counting up the short-circuit open time counter, and shifts the processing to S740.

  That is, in the present embodiment, the short-circuit opening operation of the shutter 14 is executed for 0.04 s, but the short-circuit opening time counter is a means for measuring the execution time.

  In S740, main controller 80 sets the distribution operation possible period flag to 1, and shifts the processing to S745.

  That is, the distribution operation possible period flag is set to 1, which is a period in which the operation of the shutter 14 that guides the game ball to the specific region 15 is possible, in other words, normally disabled. This is a flag indicating that the certainty variation SW 15a is in a valid period.

  Further, in the present embodiment, 1 is set in the distribution operation possible period flag when the second special winning opening 21 is opened for a short period or for a long period. In other words, the distribution operation possible period is configured to start upon the start of the short-term opening or the long-term opening of the second special winning opening 21 in the specific round.

  In S745, main controller 80 sets the short-circuit release flag to 1 and ends this processing.

  That is, the short-circuit opening flag is a flag that indicates that the shutter 14 is in the short-circuit opening operation when 1 is set.

  In S750 of FIG. 27, that is, in the case of a negative determination in S725, main controller 80 determines whether or not the long open flag is set to 1, and in the case of a positive determination (S750: Yes). , S755, and when the determination is negative (S750: No), the process proceeds to S790.

  The long open flag is a flag that indicates that the shutter 14 is in the long open operation when 1 is set. The flag is configured to be set to 1 in the process described later.

  In S755, main controller 80 adds 1 to the count value of the long open time counter, and shifts the processing to S760.

  As will be described later, in the present embodiment, in the process described later, the long opening operation of the shutter 14 is set to be executed for 32.5 s. The long opening time counter measures the execution time. Is a means to do. In the present embodiment, it is a very rare case that the long opening operation is terminated when the count value of the long opening time counter becomes a value corresponding to 32.5s.

  In S760, main controller 80 determines whether the long opening time (for example, 32.5s) has expired, that is, whether the count value of the long opening time counter has reached a value corresponding to 32.5s. If the determination is affirmative (S760: Yes), the process proceeds to S765, and if the determination is negative (S760: No), the process proceeds to S785.

  In S785, main controller 80 determines whether or not the end interval time (for example, 1.5 s) has expired, that is, whether or not the count value of the interval time counter has reached a value corresponding to 1.5 s. If the determination is affirmative (S785: Yes), the process proceeds to S765, and if the determination is negative (S785: No), the process ends.

  In S765, that is, in the case of a positive determination in S760 or S785, main controller 80 clears the distribution operation possible period flag to 0, and shifts the processing to S770.

  In the present embodiment, as described above, it is rare for the long opening operation to end due to the expiration of the long opening time of 32.5 s set relatively long. Normally, when the end interval time (for example, 1.5 s) expires, the distribution operation possible period ends, and based on this, the long opening operation ends.

  In S770, that is, in the case of an affirmative determination in S760 or S785, main controller 80 executes the end processing of the long opening operation, and shifts the processing to S775.

  In the present embodiment, the long opening operation is configured to be ended based on the expiration of the long opening time or the end of the distribution operation possible period, whichever occurs first.

  With this configuration, the distribution operation possible period ends when the end interval time started by closing the second special winning opening 21 ends, and based on this, the long opening operation ends. Therefore, when the shutter 14 is closed, it is possible to reduce the possibility that a subsequent game ball ball-clogging the shutter 14 is generated, and it is possible to prevent the ball clogging of the shutter 14 at the end of the long opening operation.

  In S775, main controller 80 clears the long open flag to 0, and shifts the processing to S780.

  In S780, main controller 80 clears the long open time counter to 0, and ends this processing.

  In S790, that is, in the case of a negative determination in S750, main controller 80 determines whether or not the second count SW 21a has detected the eighth game ball, and in the case of a positive determination (S790: Yes). ), The process proceeds to S795, and in the case of a negative determination (S790: No), the process proceeds to S825.

  In S790, whether or not the second count SW 21a has detected 8 winning balls as a predetermined number, which is slightly less than the maximum winning number of the special winning opening during the round of the present embodiment, that is, 9 as the prescribed number. To determine. If the predetermined number of 9 is detected, the second special winning opening 21 will be closed. Therefore, by setting the number that is before that and the difference is as small as possible, The start time of the long opening described later can be made as late as possible, and the long opening time can be shortened. This makes it difficult for the player to know whether or not the game ball has successfully passed through the specific area 15 during the long opening time of the shutter 14, thereby improving the interest.

  In this way, by making it difficult to determine the entry situation into the specific area 15, it is possible to effectively carry out the production of whether or not a certain variation is given in the production during the big hit game.

  In S795, main controller 80 determines whether or not the short-circuit release flag is set to 1, and in the case of a positive determination (S795: Yes), the process proceeds to S805 and in the case of negative determination. (S795: No), the process proceeds to S800.

  By S795, it is possible to deal with the case where eight prizes are generated, though it is very rare, during the short opening operation executed at the start of the 5R.

  In S805, main controller 80 sets the short-circuit release flag to 0, and shifts the processing to S810.

  In S810, main controller 80 sets the counter of the short-circuit release time counter to 0, and shifts the processing to S815.

  In S800, that is, when the eighth count is generated and the short-circuit opening is not being performed, main controller 80 executes the long-opening operation start processing, and shifts the processing to S815.

  The long opening operation start processing of S800 is executed in response to the affirmative determination of S790. Therefore, during the long opening time of the shutter 14, it is difficult for the player to know whether or not the game ball has passed through the specific area 15 safely, and the interest can be improved.

  In S815, main controller 80 starts counting up the long open time counter, and shifts the processing to S820.

  In S820, main controller 80 sets the long open flag to 1, and shifts the processing to S825.

  In S825 of FIG. 28, main controller 80 determines whether or not the short-circuit release flag is set to 1, and if the determination is affirmative (S825: Yes), the process proceeds to S830 and a negative determination is made. In the case of determination (S825: No), the process proceeds to S855.

  In S830, main controller 80 adds 1 to the count value of the short release time counter, and shifts the processing to S835.

  In S835, main controller 80 determines whether or not the short-circuit open time (for example, 0.04 s) has expired, that is, whether the count value of the short-circuit open time counter has reached a value corresponding to 0.04 s. If the determination is affirmative (S835: Yes), the process proceeds to S840, and if the determination is negative (S835: No), the process proceeds to S855.

  In S840, main controller 80 executes the termination processing of the short-circuit opening operation, and advances the processing to S845.

  In the present embodiment, the short-circuit opening operation is configured to be terminated based on the expiration of the short-circuit opening time.

  In S845, main controller 80 clears the short-circuit release flag to 0, and shifts the processing to S850.

  In S850, main controller 80 clears the short-circuit open time counter to 0, and shifts the processing to S855.

  In S855, main controller 80 determines whether or not the end interval time (for example, 1.5 s) has expired, that is, whether or not the count value of the interval time counter has reached a value corresponding to 1.5 s. If the determination is affirmative (S855: Yes), the process proceeds to S860, and if the determination is negative (S855: No), the process ends.

  In S860, main controller 80 clears the distribution operation possible period flag to 0, and ends this processing.

  In the present embodiment, when the interval time ends, neither the start of the specific round, the short opening operation, or the long opening operation, the distribution operation possible period flag is cleared to 0. There is.

(13) Aspects of Shutter Control Next, aspects of the shutter control in the big hit game 5R and the end interval of the 5R of the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 29 to 32.

  FIG. 29 is a time chart illustrating a mode of shutter control of 5R as a specific round in which a big hit game caused by the normal display of the regular symbols is confirmed and displayed.

  In the case of a big hit due to a normal symbol, the second special winning opening solenoid 21b is operated over a period of 0.06 s, so that the second special winning opening 21 is opened for a short period of time. When the second special winning opening 21 is closed for a short period of time and then closed, the completion interval of 5R is executed for 1.5 s, and then the next 6R is started.

  5R is started, that is, based on the opening of the second special winning opening 21, S725 of the shutter control process 1 described above becomes an affirmative determination, and S740 is executed to set the distribution operation possible period flag. 1 is set. In addition, when the second special winning opening 21 is closed and closed for a short period of time, S715 becomes a positive determination, and when the interval time of 1.5 s elapses after the end interval is started, a positive determination is made at S855. By setting the distribution operation possible period flag to 0 in S860, the distribution operation possible period ends.

  In addition, 5R is started, that is, based on the opening of the second special winning opening 21, S725 of the shutter control process 1 described above becomes an affirmative determination, and S730, S735, and S745 are executed, so that the shutter is released. The solenoid 14a is opened. Furthermore, when 0.04 s, which is the short-circuit open time, has expired, the shutter solenoid 14a is closed by executing S840 to S850.

  FIG. 30 is a time chart illustrating a mode of shutter control of 5R as a specific round in which a big hit game caused by the confirmation display of the probability variation symbol is executed.

  In case of a big hit due to the probability variation pattern, the second special winning opening solenoid 21b is scheduled to start operating for a period of 28 s, and the second special winning opening 21 is opened for a long time. It

  The game ball that wins while the second special winning opening 21 is open for a long period of time is first detected by the second count SW 21a, and the shutter solenoid 14a provided downstream of the second count SW 21a is closed. At this time, the player is guided to the loser mouth 13b and detected by the loser ball detection SW 13c. On the other hand, when the shutter solenoid 14a is open, that is, when the shutter 14 is assigned to the specific region 15 during the short opening operation or the long opening operation, the probability change SW 15a detects it. The game ball detected by the second count SW 21a is detected by the lost ball detection SW 13c or the probability variation SW 15a arranged downstream with a certain time lag.

  For the long-term opening of the second special winning opening 21, either the scheduled long-term opening time 28s ends or the second count SW 21a detects the specified number of 9 winnings. It ends based on what happened earlier. The latter case is shown in the figure.

  When long-term opening of the second special winning opening 21 is completed, S715 becomes a positive determination, S720 is executed, and then S710 is executed for each interruption. After the end interval related to 5R is executed for 1.5 s, the next 6R is started.

  In addition, 5R is started, that is, based on the opening of the second special winning opening 21, S725 of the shutter control process 1 described above becomes an affirmative determination, and S730, S735, and S745 are executed, so that the shutter is released. The solenoid 14a is opened. Furthermore, when 0.04 s, which is the short-circuit open time, has expired, the shutter solenoid 14a is closed by executing S840 to S850.

  Even if the player visually recognizes only the short opening operation, it is impossible to distinguish from the big hit 5R which does not plan a regular variation due to a normal symbol.

  Subsequently, when the eighth game ball is detected by the second count SW 21a, S800 to S820 are executed by an affirmative determination in S790 and a negative determination in S795, whereby the long opening operation is started. At this time, the long opening time counter starts counting the scheduled opening time of 32.5 s.

  In the present embodiment, the long opening operation is triggered by the end of the end interval, and more specifically, by the end of the end interval, the end of the sorting operation possible period (clearing the sorting operation possible period flag to 0). It is configured to end when triggered. At this time, even if the count value of the long open time counter has not reached the count value corresponding to 32.5 s, that is, even if there is remaining time, the long open time counter is forcibly terminated. As a specific control, a positive determination is made in S785, and S765 to S780 are executed, whereby the long opening operation is ended.

  In the present embodiment, in 5R when the probability variation pattern is a big hit, the shutter solenoid 14a executes the short opening operation and then the long opening operation.

  5R is started, that is, based on the opening of the second special winning opening 21, S725 of the shutter control process 1 described above becomes an affirmative determination, and S740 is executed to set the distribution operation possible period flag. 1 is set. Further, when the end interval ends, a positive determination is made in S785, and S765 is executed, so that the distribution operation possible period flag is set to 0, whereby the distribution operation possible period ends.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, the shutter solenoid 14a immediately performs the short opening operation based on the opening of the second special winning opening 21 (short-term opening and long-term opening) with the start of the specific round. To execute. As a result, regardless of the type of the symbol that caused the big hit, the probability that the winning ball is detected by the probability variation SW 15a can be ensured in any case, especially in the normal symbol.

  Further, in the big hit caused by the probability variation pattern, based on the detection of 8 winnings, which is slightly less than the prescribed number 9 of the second special winning opening 21, a long opening operation that easily guides the winning ball to the probability variation SW 15a. Start execution. Thereby, the execution time of the long opening operation is shortened by not starting the execution of the long opening operation until immediately before the second special winning opening 21 is closed by the specified number of winnings, that is, by delaying the start timing. By making it difficult to determine whether or not the winning ball is guided to the probability variation SW 15a, it is possible to improve the interest.

  In addition, in the big hit due to the probability variation pattern, the second special winning opening 21 is closed by the winning of the specified number of 9 pieces, and after that, there is an end interval that starts time counting after the subsequent winning balls are not generated. The long opening operation, that is, the shutter 14 is not closed until the execution time of the end interval expires. As a result, it is possible to prevent the shutter 14 that is closing the trailing ball from catching the ball during the closing operation of the shutter 14.

  Further, even if the long opening time remains, the long opening operation is forcibly and immediately ended by the end of the end interval, so that the important specific area 15 related to the player's gain is unnecessarily opened for a long time. It is possible to prevent such a situation and to preclude a fraudulent person who intends to pass the fraudulent specific area 15.

  FIG. 31 is a time chart explaining the mode of shutter control when the second count SW 21a detects the eighth game ball during the short-circuit opening operation, although the prerequisite conditions are the same as those in FIG. 30 described above. is there.

  If the shutter solenoid 14a performs a short-circuit opening operation for 0.04 s and the second count SW 21a detects the eighth count before the opening time expires, S790 and S795 of the shutter control process 1 described above are affirmative. , S805, S810, S815, and S820 are executed, and the shutter solenoid 14a does not execute the closing operation but starts the long opening operation while maintaining the open state.

  Even in this case, the long opening operation is ended based on the end of the end interval and the clearing of the distribution operation possible period flag to 0.

  FIG. 32 is a time chart explaining the mode of shutter control in the case where the second count SW 21a detects the eighth game ball during the end interval, although the prerequisite conditions are the same as those in FIG. 30 described above. .

  If the second count SW 21a detects the eighth count after the end of the second special winning opening 21 and the end interval is started, S790 of the shutter control process 1 described above is affirmatively determined, and subsequent S795 is negative. The determination is made, and S800, S815, and S820 are executed, and the shutter solenoid 14a starts executing the long opening operation. This is due to the configuration of S700 in which the shutter control process 1 is executed not only during the specific round but also during the end interval of the specific round.

  Even in this case, the long opening operation is ended based on the end of the end interval and the clearing of the distribution operation possible period flag to 0.

[Second Embodiment]
First, in the second to fourth embodiments described below, as compared with the first embodiment, each is characterized in the aspect of the big hit game effect executed by the sub integrated control device 83 during the big hit game state. I have. Therefore, the description of the other configurations and operations will be omitted, and the description of the first embodiment will be applied except for the differences described below.

  First, the pachinko machine 50 of the second to fourth embodiments has substantially the same configuration as that of the first embodiment, but differs in some configurations. That is, as a difference from the first embodiment, for example, in the first embodiment, five rounds are exemplified as the specific round which is the round in which the second special winning opening 21 is opened, but in the second to fourth embodiments, An example is shown in which the specific round is 7 rounds. Thus, the number of rounds of a particular round does not have to be limited to 5 or 7 rounds.

  The number of rounds of the specific round may be different depending on the type of the big hit symbol, or a plurality of specific rounds may be given in one big hit game. With the operation of the special winning opening and the shutter, it becomes difficult to determine which round is the number of a particular round, which makes it more interesting.

  Further, for example, although the opening time of the special winning opening is uniform, if the game is played in an even number of rounds, it is designated as a specific round, and the number of rounds that can be passed to the specific area 15 is set to be different depending on the operation mode of the shutter. , It is possible to increase the number of patterns with different specific rounds that can practically pass to a specific area while maintaining the playability of winning a large number of prize balls as a big hit. Which round number is a specific round? Can be difficult to determine.

  Further, in the first embodiment, a configuration having a so-called limiter function is illustrated, but in the second to fourth embodiments, a configuration example having the ST function without the limiter function is shown. Specifically, when the game ball passes through the specific area 15 in the specific round (7 rounds), the probability variation state is maintained after the big hit game until the number of display changes reaches 150 times or the big hit occurs, and the same short-time state (so-called). It is equipped with a function of changing the number of times of turning, which is maintained until the number of times of variable display of 100 times is reached or a big hit is reached. When the game ball does not pass through the specific area 15 in the specific round (7 rounds), the high probability state does not shift to the high probability state after the big hit game and remains in the low probability state (a so-called electric chew support state, open state). It is maintained until the extended state) reaches the number of variable display times of 100 times or a big hit. Therefore, if the number of times of variation display exceeds 100 times and the big hit does not occur, the state of high probability only in the win / loss lottery probability is maintained up to 150 times in a state where the electric-chu support function is stopped.

  Further, in the first embodiment, the configuration for performing the effect mode transition shown in FIG. 16 is illustrated, but in the second to fourth embodiments, an example in which the function is not provided is shown.

Furthermore, the sub integrated control device 83 of the second to fourth embodiments, when the probability variation big hit game is executed by the confirmation display of the probability variation symbol, the first big hit game effect during the probability variation big hit game, In addition, when the normal big hit game is executed by the fixed display of the normal symbol, the second big hit game effect is displayed on the display screen of the effect symbol display device 6 during the normal big hit game. Compared to the first embodiment, the second to fourth embodiments have characteristics that are different with respect to the effect contents of the first big hit game effect and the second big hit game effect. In addition, the probability change big hit game where the first big hit game effect is executed, the game ball passes the specific area 15 at the time of the specific round game (for example, R7) during the big hit, and the transition to the probability change state is allowed after the big hit game. The normal big hit game that is (expected) big hit game, and the second big hit game effect is executed, the game ball passes through the specific area 15 at the time of the particular round game during the big hit and the probability changes after the big hit game. It is a big hit game that does not allow the transition to the state (is not expected).
The pachinko machine 50 of the second to fourth embodiments is different from the first embodiment in the above-mentioned points, but the other configuration operation is the same as that of the first embodiment, and thus the pachinko machine 50 of the first embodiment is the same. Use the explanation.

First, the operation of the pachinko machine 50 according to the second embodiment, particularly an example of effect display will be described with reference to FIGS. 33 to 41.
(1) About the first big hit game effect As shown in FIG. 33 (a), when the probability variation big hit game is started to be executed, the sub integrated control device 83 displays the first on the display screen of the effect symbol display device 6. The display of the big hit game production is started. That is, in R1 (1 round), as shown in FIG. 33 (a), a karate confrontation with the main character "Kuma no Tatsuyoshi" and the enemy character is started, and when "Kuma no Tatsuyoshi" wins this game, In the present embodiment, it is informed that the shift to the "Tachiyoshi chance", which is the effect executed in R13 (13th round), will be performed. "Tatsuyoshi chance" is a probability that the game ball can easily pass to the specific area 15, and in the probability variation jackpot game, it is determined whether or not the game ball has passed the specific area 15 during R7 (7 rounds). It is an effect to inform that the game will shift to "Tatsuyoshi RUSH" executed in the probability variation game state after the big hit.

  When the probability variation jackpot game shifts to R2 (2 rounds), "Kuma no Tatsukichi" and the enemy character's attack and defense are continuously displayed as shown in FIG. 33 (b).

  In the present embodiment, subsequent R3 (3 rounds) is branched and developed into different effect patterns. Specifically, in the first place, the probability variation big hit game is controlled so that the game ball can easily pass to the specific area 15 during the specific round game. Then, in the present embodiment, two types of effect patterns are provided as the first big hit game effects executed in the probability variation big hit game. That is, one effect pattern is the "winning pattern" shown in FIGS. 33 (c) to 34 (b), and the other effect pattern is the "revival pattern" shown in FIGS. 34 (c) to 35 (b). It is. Although the process is different in each of the production patterns, the production contents are such that the main character "Kuma no Tatsuyoshi" will eventually win the enemy character.

  First, the "winning pattern" will be described with reference to FIGS. 33 (c) to 34 (b). When the "winning pattern" is selected and the probability variation jackpot game shifts to R3 (3 rounds), "Kuma no Tatsukichi" attacks the enemy character and overwhelms it as shown in FIG. 33 (c). Is displayed. Subsequently, when the process shifts to R4 (4th round), as shown in FIG. 34A, "Kuma no Tatsuyoshi" is displayed with the effect contents of defeating the enemy character and winning. Further, when the process shifts to R5 (5th round), as shown in FIG. 34 (b), the notification that the above-mentioned “Tachiyoshi chance” has been acquired is given.

  Next, the "resurrection pattern" will be described with reference to FIGS. 34 (c) to 35 (b). When the "Resurrection pattern" is selected and the probability variation jackpot game shifts to R3 (3 rounds), "Kuma no Tatsukichi" is overwhelmed by the enemy character's attack as shown in FIG. 34 (c). Is displayed. Then, when shifting to R4 (4th round), as shown in FIG. 35 (a), "Kuma no Tatsukichi", which falls due to damage, and a level gauge indicating the remaining amount of power of "Kuma no Tatsukichi" are displayed. In order to increase the power of "Kuma no Tatsukichi", an effect display for prompting the player to repeatedly hit the game button 67 is displayed. Further, when moving to R5 (5th round), as shown in FIG. 35 (b), the player repeatedly hits the game button 67 to restore the power of "Kuma no Tatsuyoshi" to MAX and "Kuma no Tatsuyoshi" As a result of the revival, notification that the above-mentioned "Tachiyoshi chance" has been acquired is given.

  The selection of such “winning pattern” and “resurrection pattern” is configured such that the sub-integrated control device 83 selects and determines by a lottery determination based on a predetermined random number for performance, but detailed description is omitted. To do.

  No matter which of the “winning pattern” and the “resurrection pattern” is selected, if the transition is made from R5 (5th round) to R6 (6th round), as shown in FIG. The first episode of the story begins. The pachinko machine 50 of the present embodiment exemplifies a gaming machine developed with the drama work of the karateka “Kuma no Tatsuyoshi” as a motif, and from R6 (6 rounds) to R12 (12 rounds), that is, R13 ( Up to "Tachiyoshi Chance" executed in 13th round), digest videos of the drama work are sequentially provided to the player from the first episode shown in FIG. 35 (c).

  Of course, the production contents during this period may be changed depending on whether or not the "Tatsuyoshi chance" has been acquired. With the configuration that changes, even if the result of R5 is missed, it is possible to determine by the effect contents.

  Further, in the case of making them different, it is possible to make the player's joy even greater by making the production contents of high value only when the “Tachiyoshi chance” is acquired.

  During the display of the digest video, the specific round game R7 (7 rounds) of the present embodiment is executed. Therefore, for example, the digest video executed in R7 (7 rounds) is configured to provide a premium video that attracts the attention of the player, so that the passage of the game ball into the specific area 15 can be clearly determined. You may choose not to. In this way, in the first big hit game effect of the present embodiment, even if the game ball passes through the specific area 15 in R7 (7 rounds) where the passage of the game ball through the specific area 15 is easy, that is, is planned, The result of the passage is not notified. Also, assuming that it is difficult to understand the passage of the game ball, by not performing such passage notification, the expectation that "it must have passed" and "Is it really passed?" By allowing the player to have mixed feelings of anxiety, it is possible to entertain whether or not there is a probable change, and it is possible to improve the enjoyment of the game.

  Further, because of such a configuration, even if the "Tachiyoshi chance" cannot be obtained, there is still a possibility that a certainty change will be given, so the player is promptly notified of whether or not the "Tachiyoshi chance" is obtained. Can continue to have expectations.

  When the probability variation big hit game subsequently shifts to R13 (13 rounds), as the first big hit game effect, "Tatsuyoshi chance" is executed as shown in FIG. 36 (a). In the present embodiment, regardless of which of the above-mentioned "winning pattern" and "revival pattern" has been selected and executed, the "tachiyoshi chance" is entered.

  In the first big hit game effect of the present embodiment, in the effect contents after R14 (14 rounds) to be subsequently transferred, different effects are performed corresponding to the result of whether or not the game ball has passed to the specific area 15. Is configured to be. When the game ball passes through the specific area 15 in R7 (7 rounds), the display effect is performed in the mode (“success pattern”) shown in FIGS. 36 (b) and 36 (c). Further, when the game ball does not pass through the specific area 15 in R7 (7 rounds), the display effect is displayed in the mode (“failure pattern”) shown in FIGS. 37 (a) and 37 (b). .

  If the game ball passes through the specific area 15 as originally planned, in R14 (14th round) after the transition, as shown in FIG. 36 (b), the passage is successful by displaying "V". A notification to that effect is executed. In the subsequent R15 (15th round), as shown in FIG. 36 (c), by displaying "Tatsuyoshi RUSH rush!", The production mode ("Tachiyoshi RUSH") in the sudden change and electric support state after the big hit game is displayed. A performance notification of the shift is executed. In this way, based on the result that the game ball has passed to the specific area 15 in R7 (7 rounds), that is, if passing is successful, in the first big hit game effect of the present embodiment, passing success notification and probability change state Is notified.

  On the other hand, if the game ball does not pass to the specific area 15 that was originally supposed to occur, as shown in FIG. 37 (a) in the transferred R14 (14th round), as shown in FIG. By displaying the comment "Sorry ...", the notification that the passage may have failed is executed. In the following R15 (15th round), as shown in FIG. 37 (b), by displaying “Chance RUSH rush!”, It is clear whether the probability is low and the electric power is supported or not after the jackpot game. The effect notification to the effect that the mode is shifted to the effect mode (“chance RUSH”) in the state not to be executed is executed. In this way, based on the result of the game ball passing to the specific area 15 in R7 (7 rounds), that is, if the game fails to pass, in the first big hit game effect of this embodiment, the passage unknown notification and the probability change state are set. Is notified of the transition unknown.

  The "failure pattern" may be selected even when the passage is successful. For example, when passing is successful, a predetermined random number for presentation may be used to make a selection decision by performing a lottery determination as to whether to select a “success pattern” or a “failure pattern”. . As a result, even if the “failure pattern” is executed, the player can continue to have a feeling of expectation that the player may make a sudden transition.

  In addition, if the passing is unsuccessful, it is possible to notify the passing failure and the inability to shift to the probability changing state in the first big hit game effect. As a result, if the player does not pass, the player is not expected to have a sense of expectation, and the player is not discouraged when the player disappoints. You can

  As described above, in the first big hit game effect of this embodiment, R14 (14 rounds) and R15 (15 rounds) are determined based on the result of whether or not the game ball has passed to the specific area 15 in R7 (7 rounds). ) Is selected to select one of the "success pattern" and the "failure pattern" set with different effect contents.

  It should be noted that the effect types of R14 (14 round) and R15 (15 round) are not limited to a configuration in which they are undecided until the result of passing the game ball to the specific area 15 is known. When any of the above is set, and the passing result is found, the effect type corresponding to the result may be changed. As a result, there is a case where the effect type does not have to be changed, and the control load is reduced.

  Further, in the present embodiment, the effect types of R14 (14 rounds) and R15 (15 rounds) are configured to be different effects depending on the result of passage of the game ball to the specific area 15, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the effect contents related to the rounds after R7 (7th round) in which the passing result is known may be changed according to the passing result. Thereby, by using a relatively long jackpot game period, by providing the player with an effect corresponding to the passing result, even if the player fails to pass the game, the game can be played for a certain length of time. It is possible to perform a notification effect that does not make the person feel a sense of expectation, and it is possible to avoid sudden discouragement.

  Next, when "Tachiyoshi RUSH" of the present embodiment is executed, the display is performed in the mode as shown in FIG. 37 (c). Specifically, a boxing showdown between the karateka “Kuma no Tatsuyoshi” and the enemy character is displayed. In the present embodiment, the stochastic variation state is maintained over the variation display of 150 times, and the time saving state (electricity chewing support state, open extension state) is maintained over the variation display of 100 times. FIG. 37C shows a state in which the remaining 120 times out of the 150 probability changes. At the same time, a mode is shown in which the decorative design corresponding to the special design is confirmed and displayed at "537".

  Needless to say, the present invention can also be implemented in the game configuration in which the probability variation state continues until the next big hit, as shown in the first embodiment.

  Further, when the "chance RUSH" of the present embodiment is executed, the display is performed in the manner as shown in FIG. 38 (a). Specifically, the boxing showdown of "Tachiyoshi RUSH" is not displayed, but the remaining variation display count and the decorative pattern of "Chance RUSH" are displayed. As described above, the “chance RUSH” of the present embodiment cannot discriminate which state is internally high probability / supported state or low probability / supported state. It is a performance that is executed in.

  In the case of the low probability / supported state, the state is maintained 100 times as described above. When the variable display is completed 100 times without a big hit, the "chance RUSH" ends and the game state shifts to the normal game state.

In the case of the high probability / supported state, the state is maintained 150 times as described above. However, in order to make it impossible to distinguish the low probability / supported state, this state is maintained until 100 times are reached. If the jackpot is not reached up to 100 times, that is, if the jackpot is exceeded 100 times, it gives an impression as if a transition to a new effect mode is made. Therefore, the present embodiment is performed in a mode as shown in FIG. 38 (b). In the form, a transition is made to the "Keikichi zone" where "Kuma no Keikichi" is displayed. The "Keijiyoshi zone" is an effect zone that internally reports that the probability is high, and is executed over 50 times of variable display. Although a notification display indicating that the state is particularly high is not shown in the figure, the player may be notified of the clear change by displaying a comment such as "Keyoshi's bear". Incidentally, FIG. 38 (b) shows a variable display mode that has just entered the "Keiyoshi zone".
The above is the first big hit game effect of this embodiment.

(2) About the second big hit game effect Next, with reference to FIGS. 39 to 41, the second big hit game effect of the present embodiment will be described.
As shown in FIG. 39A, when the normal big hit game is started to be executed, the sub integrated control device 83 starts displaying the second big hit game effect on the display screen of the effect symbol display device 6. However, as shown in FIGS. 39 (a) and 39 (b), R1 (1 round) and R2 (2 rounds) are the same as the first big hit game effect.

  When the normal jackpot game shifts to R3 (3 rounds), as shown in FIG. 39 (c), "Kuma no Tatsuyoshi" is displayed with the effect contents overwhelmed by the enemy character's attack. Then, when the process shifts to R4 (4th round), as shown in FIG. 40 (a), "Kuma no Tatsukichi" and the level gauge showing "Kuma no Tatsukichi" remaining power are displayed together with "Kuma no Tatsukichi". In order to increase the power of "Kuma no Tatsukichi", an effect display for prompting the player to repeatedly hit the game button 67 is displayed. The effects of R3 (3 rounds) and R4 (4 rounds) are the same as the "revival pattern" (see FIG. 34 (c) and FIG. 35 (a)) in the above-described first big hit game effect.

  Further, when shifting to R5 (5 rounds), unlike the “revival pattern” in the first big hit game effect, as shown in FIG. 40 (b), the player repeatedly hits the game button 67 to “Kuma no Tatsukichi”. "Kuma no Tatsukichi" will not be restored and the power of "" will not be restored to MAX, and notification will be given that the acquisition of "Tatsukichi Chance" has failed.

  In this way, in the first place, in the second big hit game production which is usually executed in the big hit game, it is difficult to pass the game ball to the specific area 15 in R7 (7 rounds) (not allowed or scheduled). , "Kuma no Tatsuyoshi" wins, and there is no possibility of moving to "Tatsuyoshi chance".

  The effects of R6 (6 rounds) to R12 (12 rounds) in the normal jackpot game are the same as the first jackpot game effect (see FIG. 35 (c)) in the probability variation jackpot game, as shown in FIG. 40 (c). .

  Even in the second big hit game effect, R7 (7 rounds), which is the specific round game of the present embodiment, is executed while the digest video is displayed. Therefore, for example, the digest video executed in R7 (7 rounds) is configured to provide a premium video that attracts the player's attention, so that the game ball to the specific area 15 is irregularly formed. Even if a passage occurs, it may be made unclear. As described above, in the second big hit game effect of the present embodiment, it is difficult to pass the game ball to the specific area 15, that is, in the unscheduled R7 (7 rounds), the game ball will unexpectedly pass to the specific area 15. Even if it happens, the result of the passage is not notified. Also, assuming that it is difficult to understand the passage of the game ball, by not performing such passage notification, the production result that did not even move to "Tachiyoshi chance", It does not make the player feel a sense of expectation by making the player realize that there is no. Therefore, when it is found that the jackpot suddenly becomes a big hit in this state, the player can be surprised and provided with a greater amount of joy as much as he did not expect.

  As described above, in this embodiment, in both the first big hit game effect and the second big hit game effect, even if the game ball passes through the specific area 15 in R7 (7 rounds), this is not notified. .

  In the normal jackpot game of the present embodiment, the effect mode from R12 (12 rounds) to R13 (13 rounds) to R15 (15 rounds) depends on whether or not there is passage to the specific area 15 in R7 (7 rounds). 41 (a) (V non-passage) or FIG. 41 (b) (V passage). That is, regardless of whether or not there is a passage, in any case, the digest video of the drama work of the karateka "Kuma no Tatsuyoshi" is provided to the player until the jackpot gaming state ends. Even if it passes irregularly, since the production that fails to acquire the "Tatsuyoshi chance" has already been performed, the "Tatsuyoshi chance" that fuels a sudden change is not performed, and the result is shown in Fig. 41 (c). Such a big hit ED (ending) effect is executed, and the second big hit game effect is finished.

  Therefore, in the second big hit game production, even if an unexpected and unexpected V passage occurs, the big hit game state is terminated without notifying the player of the good news, and "Tatsuyoshi RUSH" suddenly appears. Configured to be started. As a result, the player can suddenly obtain "Tatsuyoshi RUSH", which he did not expect, and thus can be greatly surprised and delighted.

  In the second big hit game effect, the effect contents to be executed are changed even if the unexpected unexpected V passage occurs or if the V passage does not occur as planned. In either case, the same effect is produced. As a result, in the case of non-V passage without any discrepancies and the effect contents that cannot be expected to change in probability, the chance becomes RUSH as it is, and the player is not greatly discouraged. Also, in the case of a large V discrepancy with the production content that cannot be expected to change, there will be an abrupt "Tatsuyoshi RUSH", but as a result there will be a large gain to the player without good news. As a result, the player will be given a pleasant surprise, and the interest will be improved.

  In addition, when the second big hit game effect is selected, whether or not there is V passage, it shifts to "Chance RUSH", and after 100 rotations, when there is V passage, it becomes "Keiyoshi zone". It may be configured to perform the same pattern as the first big hit game effect.

Although the second embodiment has been described above, the characteristic points of the present embodiment will be summarized again here. First, in the first and second jackpot game effects of the second embodiment, a specific round game ( Even if the game ball passes through the specific area 15 as scheduled or irregularly in R7 (7 rounds), a configuration is provided in which this is not notified.
Further, the first big hit game effect is provided with a configuration for changing the effect contents of the round game after the specific round game in accordance with the result of the passage of the game ball to the specific area 15 during the specific round game.
Further, in contrast, the second big hit game effect has a configuration in which the effect contents are not changed.

[Third Embodiment]
The third embodiment is different from the above-described second embodiment in that the first and second ending effects are provided as the ending effects executed at the end of the big hit game, and other configurations are substantially the same. Equipped with. Therefore, the description of the other configurations and operations will be omitted, and the description of the second embodiment will be cited except for the differences described below.

In addition, in the first and second jackpot game effects of the present embodiment, similarly to the second embodiment, in R7 (7 rounds), the result of whether or not the game ball has passed to the specific area 15 is not notified. ing.
First, the operation of the pachinko machine 50 according to the third embodiment, particularly an example of effect display will be described with reference to FIGS. 42 to 43.

(1) About the first big hit game effect The first big hit game effect in the third embodiment is similar to the above-described second embodiment (see FIGS. 33 to 35) for R1 (1 round) to R12 (12 rounds). Has become.
Fig.42 (a) is an example of a production mode of the first big hit game production in R13 (13 rounds) to R15 (15 rounds) when the game ball passes through the specific area 15 during R7 (7 rounds). In addition, FIG. 42 (b) is a production mode of the first big hit game production in R13 (13 rounds) to R15 (15 rounds) when the game ball does not pass through the specific area 15 during R7 (7 rounds). Here is an example. Thus, regardless of whether or not the game ball has passed through the specific area 15, the first jackpot game effect of the present embodiment is the karateka “Kuma no Tatsuyoshi” in R13 (13 rounds) to R15 (15 rounds). Provide the player with a digest video of the drama work of until the end of the big hit game state. That is, further speaking, the first big hit game effect of the present embodiment performs a common effect in R1 (1 round) to R15 (15 round) regardless of whether or not the game ball passes through the specific area 15. Is configured.

  Here, the features of the third embodiment will be described. In the present embodiment, the "big hit end effect (also called ending effect, ED effect)" executed in the "big hit end effect process" (S605) of the big hit game process (see FIG. 14) described in the first embodiment. As, there are multiple types of ending effects. That is, the first ending effect and the second ending effect are provided.

  As will be described later in detail, the first ending effect is an ending effect that is selected when the game ball passes through the specific area 15 during R7 (7 rounds) when executing the first big hit game effect. On the other hand, the second ending effect is the ending effect selected when the game ball does not pass through the specific area 15 during R7 (7 rounds) when the first big hit game effect is executed. . Incidentally, the 1st big hit game effect is a big hit game effect executed during the probability variation big hit game in which the passage of the game ball to the specific area 15 can be expected as described above.

FIG. 42 (c) is an example production mode 1 of the first ending production in this embodiment.
In other words, based on the result of the game ball passing through the specific area 15 during R7 (7 rounds), when the first big hit game effect reaches the final stage, the special area 15 is displayed along with the "END" display that the big hit game ends. "V" is displayed to indicate that the game ball has passed.

In addition, FIG. 43 (a) is a rendering example 2 of the first ending rendering in the present embodiment.
In other words, based on the result of the game ball passing through the specific area 15 during R7 (7 rounds), when the first big hit game effect reaches the final stage, the special area 15 is displayed along with the "END" display that the big hit game ends. "Tatsuyoshi RUSH plunge!" Is displayed to indicate that the game ball has moved (rushed) to "Tatsuyoshi RUSH" based on the passing of the gaming ball.

In addition, FIG. 43B is an example of an aspect of the second ending effect in the present embodiment.
In other words, based on the result that the game ball did not pass through the specific area 15 during R7 (7 rounds), when the first big hit game effect reaches the final stage, the big hit game ends Based on the fact that the game ball has not passed through the area 15, the "chance RUSH plunge!" Display indicates that it does not shift to the "tachiyoshi RUSH" but shifts to the "chance RUSH".

  Thus, in the present embodiment, when executing the first big hit game effect, different ending effects are selected and executed according to the result of the V passage. That is, if the V passage is successful, the first ending effect is selected, and if it fails, the second ending effect is selected and executed. The first ending effect is an effect indicating that the vehicle has successfully passed the V passage or that the vehicle will transition to the probability changing state based on the success of the V passage. In addition, the second ending effect is an effect indicating that the vehicle has failed to pass V or does not shift to the probability change state based on the failure to pass V but shifts to the time saving state.

  As a result, in the first place, during the probability variation big hit game in which the passage of the game ball to the specific region 15 can be expected, the scheduled V passage does not occur, that is, the player originally fails to obtain the gain and fails to obtain the gain. The player can be informed that it is internally. Therefore, despite the failure to pass V, the player suddenly moved to "Chance RUSH" instead of "Tachiyoshi RUSH" while expecting to shift to "Tatsuyoshi RUSH" by the first big hit game production. It is possible to prevent a great discouragement from being given to the player.

(2) About the second big hit game effect For the second big hit game effect in the third embodiment, for the R1 (1 round) to R15 (15 round), refer to the above-described second embodiment (FIGS. 39 to 41 (b)). ) Is similar to.
FIG. 43 (c) shows an ending effect executed in the final stage of the second big hit game effect by executing the second big hit game effect in the present embodiment. In this embodiment, in this case, the second ending effect is selectively executed regardless of whether the game ball has passed or has not passed the specific area 15 during R7 (7 rounds). As described above, the second ending effect is based on the fact that the game ball has not passed through the specific area 15 along with the "END" display at which the big hit game ends, without shifting to "Tatsuyoshi RUSH", The indication of “shift (rush) to“ chance RUSH ”is indicated by the display“ chance RUSH rush! ”.
This is common with the effect that is selectively executed based on the result of the failure to pass V in the first big hit game effect. In the present embodiment, common effects are used, but different endings are used depending on whether the first big hit game effect fails to pass V or the second big hit game effect (irrespective of the result of V passing). Good as a production.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, in the second big hit game effect, even if the V passage is successful, the "chance RUSH rush!" Is displayed. In other words, in the normal big hit game where V passage is not scheduled in the first place, the second big hit game effect and the ending effect executed at the final stage of the second big hit game effect are not changed according to the result of the V passage. Has become. That is, regardless of the result of the V passage, the production of the content that does not always expect a certain probability change is executed. Therefore, in the normal big hit game, even if the V passage occurs irregularly, which is extremely rare, the player shifts from the second big hit game effect including the second ending effect to a probable change. I have no expectations. Then, when the V passing has succeeded, when such a big hit game ends, "Tatsuyoshi RUSH" will be suddenly started. That is, the content of the notification effect and the actual content of the game are different. However, in this case, the transition to the advantageous state that the player gave up can be suddenly obtained as a surprise, so it gives surprise and joy to the player, but does not incur any disadvantage, so it is interesting. Does not improve and decrease.

Although the third embodiment has been described above, the characteristic features of the present embodiment will be summarized again here. First, the big hit game effect of the third embodiment includes an ending effect. The ending effect includes at least a first ending effect and a second ending effect.
In addition, in the first and second big hit game effects, even if the game ball passes through the specific area 15 as planned or irregularly, the fact that this is not notified is provided.
Further, when the first big hit game effect is executed, when the game ball passes through the specific area 15 during the specific round game, the first ending effect is passed, and the game ball passes through the specific area 15 during the specific round game. If not performed, a configuration is provided for selecting the second ending effect.
Further, when the second big hit game effect is executed, the second ending effect is always selected regardless of the result of the game ball passing through the specific area 15.

[Fourth Embodiment]
The fourth embodiment is different from the above-described second embodiment in that the notification of the result that the game ball has passed to the specific area 15 in R7 (7 rounds) is limited to the first jackpot game effect, Others have substantially the same configuration. Therefore, the description of the other configurations and operations will be omitted, and the description of the second embodiment will be cited except for the differences described below.
First, the operation of the pachinko machine 50 according to the fourth embodiment, particularly an example of effect display will be described with reference to FIGS. 44 to 45.

(1) About the first big hit game effect For the first big hit game effect in the fourth embodiment, for the R1 (1 round) to R5 (5 round), refer to the above-described second embodiment (see FIGS. 33 to 35 (b)). ) Is similar to. Also in this embodiment, when R6 (6 rounds) is started, as in the second embodiment, as shown in FIG. 35 (c), the first episode of the story of “Karateya Tatsuyoshi” is started.

  However, in the subsequent R7 (7th round), when the game ball passes through the specific area 15, as shown in FIG. 44 (a), a notification indicating that the V passage has succeeded is immediately displayed with the illustrated "V". It is configured to be executed by. The configuration that immediately notifies when V passage occurs during R7 (7 rounds) is a configuration different from the other embodiments described above.

  In the first big hit game effect of the present embodiment, after performing such V passage notification in R7 (7 rounds), the result is reflected and R13 (13 rounds) to R15 (15 rounds). In, the same effect as in the second embodiment (see FIGS. 36A to 36C) is performed. Further, in the ending effect, as shown in FIG. 44 (b), the effect notification is given by displaying "Tachiyoshi RUSH rush!" To the effect that the state will shift to the probability change state (ST) after the big hit game.

  On the other hand, during the first big hit game production of this embodiment, in R7 (7 rounds), if the game ball does not pass through the specific area 15, "Karateya" already performed from R6 (6 rounds). The second episode of the story of "Tatsuyoshi" is continuously executed as shown in FIG. 44 (c), and the immediate notification of the result of the V passage failure during R7 (7 rounds) is not performed.

  Then, at the final stage of the first big hit game effect, the ending effect is executed in the mode shown in FIG. 45 (a) based on the result of the V passage failure. In other words, the fact that the transition (rush) to the “chance RUSH” is performed without shifting to the “tachiyoshi RUSH” is indicated by the display “chance RUSH rush!”

In this way, in the first big hit game effect of the present embodiment, unlike the second and third embodiments, when the game ball passes through the specific area 15 during R7 (7 rounds), the success of V passing is immediately notified. With configuration.
As a result, when the first big hit game effect, which is a higher effect compared to the second big hit game effect, is performed with respect to the possibility (probability) of a certainty after the big hit, during R7 (7 rounds). When V passing occurs, it is notified immediately, so even if a highly expected production is provided, the transition to the probable state does not occur unless the V passing is notified, so the player's expectation is overwhelmed. It does not hurt you by raising your mind.

(2) Regarding the second big hit game effect, although not shown in the figure for the first big hit game effect described above, in the second big hit game effect of this embodiment, the game ball is set in the specific area 15 during R7 (7 rounds). Even if the vehicle passes, it is configured not to notify the success of the V passage.
As a result, it is possible to realize a state in which it is uncertain whether V passage has succeeded or failed during R7 (7 rounds), and it is possible to give the player an interest in knowing whether or not a positive change will occur after a big hit.

  As a result, the player desires to be the first big hit game production that announces the passage of V, and pays attention to whether or not the main character "Kuma no Tatsuyoshi" wins in R1 to R5.

  Further, even if the second big hit game production is achieved, only the notification of the V passage is not performed, so that the player can enjoy the game without losing the expectation for the probability change state.

(3) About other effect modes In the first jackpot game effect of the present embodiment, as in the above-described second embodiment (see FIGS. 33 to 35), the main character "Kuma no Tatsuyoshi" and the enemy character. Karate confrontation is displayed as a production, and because it is the first big hit game production that is expected to pass V in the first place, after "Kuma no Tatsuyoshi" wins and "Tachiyoshi chance" is acquired, V in R7 (7th round) If it passes, it is informed immediately.

  However, it is not necessary to limit to such a karate confrontation effect, and it may be configured by other effects. For example, as shown in FIG. 45 (b), as the first jackpot game production in R1 (1 round) to R5 (5 rounds), a digest of the drama work of the karateka "Kuma no Tatsuyoshi" from the start of the jackpot game. It may be configured to display an image. Then, subsequently to this, the digest video may be continuously provided in R6 (6 rounds) to R12 (12 rounds). Needless to say, even with this configuration, it is provided with a configuration that immediately notifies when V passes in R7 (7 rounds).

  When the first big hit game effect is configured in this way, the second big hit game effect may also be configured to display a digest video of the drama work of the karateka “Kuma no Tatsuyoshi” instead of the karate confrontation effect. preferable.

  With this configuration, the first big hit game effect and the second big hit game effect have common contents as effect contents, so that a difference in the degree of expectation of transition to the probability change state is recognized between the two. Then, the player expects only whether or not the success of the V passage in R7 (7th round) is notified, and pays attention to this to play the game.

  Further, in the present embodiment, regarding the V passage in R7 (7 rounds) at the time of the first big hit game production, only when it succeeds, the notification regarding the success of the V passage is immediately issued. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and even if the V passage fails, the notification regarding the V passage failure may be performed. As a result, when executing the first big hit game effect, the result regarding V passage becomes clear in R7 (7th round), and the player is expected to fail in V passage by knowing the result. By being greatly discouraged, it is possible to prevent the interest from being significantly diminished.

  Although the fourth embodiment has been described above, the characteristic points of the present embodiment will be summarized and described again here. At the time of executing the first big hit game effect, the specific area 15 during the specific round game as planned is scheduled. When the game ball has passed to, the notification regarding the passage is immediately made, but when the second big hit game effect is executed, when the game ball passes to the specific area 15 during the specific round game against the schedule, A configuration is provided in which the notification regarding the passage is not performed.

Although the embodiments of the present invention have been described above, the present invention is not limited to these embodiments, and other embodiments may be adopted without departing from the technical idea of the present invention. For example, in the above-described embodiment, the first special winning opening 20 and the second special winning opening 21 are provided, the second winning opening 21 is provided with the probability variation opening, that is, the specific region 15, and the first big winning opening 20 is By contributing to the generation of prize balls by opening for a long time in a round other than the specific round (5th round or 7th round), the second special winning opening 21 is a game to the specific area 15 in the specific round. The two types of special winning openings are configured to play different roles by contributing to the generation of passage of a ball, but as a configuration having only one special winning opening with a specific area built-in. Is also good.
In this case, in the probability variation big hit game and the normal big hit game, the difficulty of passing the game ball to the specific area is adjusted by adjusting the length of the opening time of the special winning opening, the opening / closing time of the shutter 14 for the specific area 15, and the like. It is preferable to set it appropriately.
Thus, by making one big winning opening carry a plurality of functions, it is possible to effectively use the limited game area without occupying the plurality of big winning openings.

[Correspondence with claims]
Correspondence between terms used in the description of the above embodiment and terms used in the description of the claims is shown.

The winning of the first starting opening 11 or the second starting opening 12 as the starting opening corresponds to an example of establishment of a predetermined condition.
The win / loss determination process executed by the main controller 80 corresponds to an example of win / loss determination means.
The first special winning opening 20 and the second special winning opening 21 correspond to an example of the special winning opening.
Rounds from 1 round to 15 rounds correspond to an example of a plurality of round games.
The big hit game process executed by the main controller 80 corresponds to an example of the big hit game control means.
The specific area 15 built in the second special winning opening 21 corresponds to an example of the specific area.
Seven rounds (R7) correspond to an example of a specific round game.
The pachinko machine 50 corresponds to an example of a game machine.
The probability variation big hit game corresponds to an example of the first big hit game, and the normal big hit game corresponds to an example of the second big hit game.

  1 ... Game board, 3 ... Game area, 5 ... Center case, 6 ... Production symbol display device, 7 ... Normal symbol display device, 8 ... General figure hold number display device, 9 ... First special symbol display device, 10 ... No. 2 special figure display device, 11 ... 1st starting opening, 12 ... 2nd starting opening, 13 ... Probability change determination device, 14 ... Shutter, 15 ... Specific area, 20 ... 1st big winning opening, 21 ... 2nd big winning opening , 22 ... Normal symbol operation gate, 50 ... Pachinko machine, 80 ... Main control device, 81 ... Discharge control device, 82 ... Production symbol control device, 83 ... Sub integrated control device.

Claims (1)

A starting opening that can be opened and closed based on the establishment of a predetermined condition,
A win / fail judgment means for executing a win / no judgment as to whether or not to make a big hit based on the entry of the game ball into the starting opening,
A big hit game control means for playing a big hit game based on the fact that it is judged as a big hit in the hit determination,
Production control means for performing production based on the determination result of the hit determination,
A jackpot symbol determining means for determining a jackpot symbol based on the determination that the jackpot is,
A first game state in which a probability variation function that changes the probability of determining a big hit in the hit determination and a release extension function that facilitates entry into the starting opening are both operable, which can be transferred after the big hit game is finished, In a gaming machine having a second gaming state in which only the opening extension function operates,
As the gaming state, in the case of the first gaming state, it continues to operate until the number of hit determinations reaches the first determination number, and in the case of the second gaming state, it continues until it reaches the second determination number. Configured to work,
As selectable the effect upon pre-migration Symbol First game state, at least comprising a first presentation mode and the second presentation mode,
The first effect mode is performed in a state in which the gaming state is informed, and when a big hit occurs in the mode, if the game state shifts to the first gaming state after the big hit game, the first effect mode is set. In case of shifting to the second gaming state, shifting to the effect mode of notifying the second judging number in the state of notifying the gaming state ,
The second effect mode is for performing a time limit effect of notifying the game state and notifying the second determination number of times, and when a big hit occurs in the mode, when the game state shifts to the first game state. When the second game mode is entered, the second effect mode is maintained. In the first game state, when the number of hit determinations exceeds the second determination number, the third effect mode is entered. A game machine characterized by a transition .