JP6948050B2 - Pachinko machine - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to a gaming machine.

It is known that in pachinko machines, the probability of lottery performed by winning a prize at the starting port can be changed by an employee of a pachinko parlor or the like (Patent Document 1). Further, in such a gaming machine, the main board instructs the symbol control board to produce an effect by a command corresponding to a set value that determines the probability of the lottery, and the symbol control board uses a table corresponding to the command. It is known to produce a production (Patent Document 2). As a result, it is possible to produce the content according to the probability of winning in the lottery.

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 5-131059 Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2003-199931

However, according to the gaming machine of Patent Document 2, it becomes clear how likely it is to win the lottery depending on the content of the production. As a result, playing on a gaming machine that is disadvantageous to the player may be avoided, which may cause a loss in the pachinko parlor.
An object of the present invention is to make a player expect that a player has a high probability of winning a lottery without causing a loss to a pachinko parlor.

The gaming machine according to claim 1, which has been made in view of the above problems, draws a lottery to win with a predetermined probability, and when the lottery is won, the gaming means that gives the player a predetermined gaming value. , A production means for performing an effect related to the lottery and notifying the result of the lottery in the effect, a setting means for determining the probability according to the operation, and a determination means for determining whether or not the probability has been changed by the setting means. When it is determined by the determination means that the probability has been changed, the effect means suggests a change in the probability by using the display unit used for the effect. Further, the effect means does not suggest a change in probability when a predetermined effect period elapses after the determination means determines that the probability has been changed, and when the probability is the highest probability, the mode of suggestion is set to another probability. The higher the probability, the shorter the production period.

According to such a configuration, it is suggested that the winning probability in the lottery has been changed (hereinafter, the setting has been changed), so that the player can have a feeling of expectation that the winning probability has increased. can. Since it only suggests a setting change, the player cannot know whether the winning probability is high or low, and cannot avoid playing on a gaming machine whose setting change is disadvantageous to the player. Therefore, it is possible to expect the player to have a high probability of winning the lottery without causing a loss to the pachinko parlor. On the other hand, when the highest probability is set, the mode of suggestion is different from that of other probabilities, so that it is expected to increase the expectation for a big win.
In addition, the higher the probability of the directing means, the shorter the directing period. As a result, the player expects that the shorter the suggestion production period, the higher the winning probability.

In addition, when a long period of time has passed after the setting change, the winning probability does not change around the time point, and if the setting change is suggested at such a timing, there is a risk that the interest will be lost. In other words, if the setting change is suggested forever after the setting is changed, it is not possible to give the player who grasps the setting change suggestion the expectation that the winning probability has increased. There is a risk. On the other hand, according to the above configuration, the setting change is suggested only for a certain period after the setting change. Therefore, it is possible to give the player the expectation that the winning probability has increased when the setting change is suggested.

Further, the gaming machine is configured as a ball gaming machine, and the gaming means extracts a random number due to the game ball entering a predetermined start area, and stores the extracted random number on hold. Then, a lottery is performed based on a random number related to the hold memory, and when the hold memory is performed as an effect, the effect means displays a hold display indicating that the hold memory is generated in response to the hold memory. It may be suggested that the probability is changed by displaying the message on the screen and changing the mode of the hold display.

The hold display is performed over multiple lottery, and is often noticed by the player. In addition, by changing the hold display, a look-ahead effect suggesting that the hold display is used may be performed. In such a case, it is considered that the player is paying attention to the hold display during the game. .. Therefore, by changing the mode of the hold display, it is possible to suggest a setting change so as to leave an impression on the player.

Further, it is possible to suggest a setting change together with the look-ahead effect, which makes it possible to suggest a setting change so as to leave an impression on the player.
In Reference Invention 1, the setting means determines the probability according to the stage designated from the outside among a plurality of predetermined stages, and the effect means determines that the probability has been changed by the determination means. In the case, when the stage related to the probability before the change and the stage related to the probability after the change are different by X steps or more, and when it is not, the change of the probability may be suggested in different modes.

Here, X is an integer of 2 or more, and X may be 2 as an example. Further, X can have various values such as 3, 4, 5, and 6. The same applies to Reference Inventions 2 to 11 described below.
With such a configuration, it is possible to grasp whether or not the stage of determining the winning probability (hereinafter, the probability setting) has changed significantly depending on the mode of suggesting the setting change. Therefore, it is possible to give the player the expectation that the setting has been changed to significantly increase the probability setting. In addition, increasing the probability setting means changing the setting of the probability setting so as to be advantageous to the player, and decreasing the probability setting means setting the probability setting so as to be disadvantageous to the player. Means to make changes.

On the other hand, even when the setting is changed to greatly reduce the probability setting, the setting change is suggested in the same manner as when the probability setting is greatly increased. For this reason, the player cannot grasp whether or not the winning probability has increased, and cannot avoid playing with a gaming machine whose probability setting is significantly reduced. Therefore, it is possible to avoid causing a loss to the pachinko parlor.
Further, in Reference Invention 2, the setting means determines the probability according to the stage designated from the outside among a plurality of predetermined stages, and the effect means determines that the probability has been changed by the determination means. In the case, when the stage related to the probability before the change and the stage related to the probability after the change are different by X steps or more, and when it is not, the change of the probability may be suggested at different frequencies.

With such a configuration, the player can grasp whether or not the probability setting has changed significantly based on the frequency of suggestion of setting change. Therefore, it is possible to give the player the expectation that the probability setting is greatly increased by changing the setting.
On the other hand, even when the probability setting is greatly reduced due to the setting change, the setting change is suggested with the same frequency as when the probability setting is greatly increased. For this reason, the player cannot grasp whether or not the winning probability has increased, and cannot avoid playing with a gaming machine whose probability setting is significantly reduced. Therefore, it is possible to avoid causing a loss to the pachinko parlor.

Further, in Reference Invention 3, the setting means determines the probability according to the stage designated from the outside among a plurality of predetermined stages, and the effect means determines that the probability has been changed by the determination means. In some cases, the stage related to the probability before the change and the stage related to the probability after the change are different by X stages or more, and the probability after the change is higher than the probability before the change and the time when it is not. A mode may suggest a change in probability.

It is considered that it is relatively rare that the setting change that increases the probability setting by two or more steps is performed. On the other hand, according to Reference Invention 3, when such a setting change is made, the setting change is suggested in a mode different from the usual mode. Therefore, the player can be expected to win the game and the player can be pleased.
Further, in Reference Invention 4, the setting means determines the probability according to the stage designated from the outside among a plurality of predetermined stages, and the effect means determines that the probability has been changed by the determination means. In some cases, the stage related to the probability before the change and the stage related to the probability after the change are different by X stages or more, and the probability after the change is higher than the probability before the change and the time when it is not. The frequency may suggest a change in probability.

As described above, it is considered that it is relatively rare that the setting change that increases the probability setting by two or more steps is performed. On the other hand, according to Reference Invention 4, when such a setting change is made, the frequency of suggestion of the setting change is different from the usual one. Therefore, based on the frequency of suggestion of setting change, it is possible to make the player guess whether or not the setting change that is significantly advantageous to the player has been made, and it is possible to give the player enjoyment.

Further, in Reference Invention 5, when it is determined by the determination means that the probability has been changed, the effect means changes the probability in different modes depending on whether the probability is highest due to the change or not. May be suggested.
According to such a configuration, when the setting change is made to make the winning probability most advantageous to the player, the setting change is suggested in a mode different from the usual one. For this reason, it is possible to give the player the expectation of a big win in the game and please the player.

Further, in Reference Invention 6, when it is determined by the determination means that the probability has been changed, the effect means changes the probability at different frequencies depending on whether the probability is highest due to the change or not. May be suggested.
It is considered that it is relatively rare that the setting change to make the winning probability most favorable to the player is made. On the other hand, according to Reference Invention 6, when such a setting change is made, the frequency of suggestion of the setting change is different from the usual one. Therefore, based on the frequency of suggestion of setting change, it is possible to make the player guess whether or not the setting has been changed to obtain the most advantageous winning probability, and it is possible to give fun to the player.

Further, in Reference Invention 7, the effect means may not suggest a change in probability when a predetermined effect period elapses after the determination means determines that the probability has been changed.
When a long period of time has passed after the setting change, the winning probability does not change around that time point, and if the setting change is suggested at such a timing, there is a risk of losing interest. In other words, if the setting change is suggested forever after the setting is changed, it is not possible to give the player who grasps the setting change suggestion the expectation that the winning probability has increased. There is a risk. On the other hand, according to the above configuration, the setting change is suggested only for a certain period after the setting change. Therefore, it is possible to give the player the expectation that the winning probability has increased when the setting change is suggested.

Further, in Reference Invention 8, when it is determined by the determination means that the probability has been changed, the length of the effect period is different between when the probability increases due to the change and when the probability decreases. Is also good.
With such a configuration, it is possible to grasp whether or not the winning probability has increased depending on the period during which the setting change is suggested. Therefore, the player can infer whether or not the setting change that increases the winning probability has been made by continuously playing the game on the gaming machine and grasping whether or not the setting change is suggested. Therefore, the player can be enjoyed.

Further, in the reference invention 9, when it is determined by the determination means that the probability has been changed, when the probability increases due to the change, the effect period may be longer than when the probability decreases. ..
According to such a configuration, the player can expect that the winning probability is increased by the setting change when the suggestion of the setting change is made for a long period of time. Therefore, the player can be pleased.

Further, in the reference invention 10, when it is determined by the determination means that the probability has been changed, the effect period may be lengthened as the probability after the change increases.
According to such a configuration, the player can expect that the winning probability is increased by the setting change as the suggestion of the setting change continues for a long period of time. Therefore, the player can be pleased.

Further, in the reference invention 11, the setting means determines the probability according to the stage designated from the outside among a plurality of predetermined stages, and when it is determined by the determination means that the probability has been changed, the setting means. When the probability increases due to the change, the effect period may be lengthened as the stage related to the probability after the change becomes advantageous to the player.
According to such a configuration, the player can expect that the probability setting is increased by the setting change as the suggestion of the setting change continues for a long period of time. Therefore, the player can be pleased.

It is a front view of the pachinko machine in 1st Embodiment. It is a front view of the game board of the pachinko machine in 1st Embodiment. It is a back view of the pachinko machine in the first embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows the electric structure of the pachinko machine in 1st Embodiment. It is explanatory drawing of the look-ahead hold symbol displayed in the setting change effect in the look-ahead effect in 1st Embodiment. In the first embodiment, it is a table which shows whether or not the setting change effect is executed in the look-ahead effect which is determined corresponding to a hit symbol. It is a flowchart of RAM clear processing in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart of setting change processing in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart of the effect period setting process in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart about the main routine in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart about the start prize confirmation process in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart about the look-ahead determination process in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart about the hit / fail determination process in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart about the hit / fail determination process in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart about the hit / fail determination process in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart about the hit / fail determination process in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart about the special game processing in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart about the special game processing in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart about the special game processing in 1st Embodiment. It is a flowchart about the setting change processing in 2nd Embodiment. It is a flowchart about the look-ahead determination process in 2nd Embodiment. It is explanatory drawing of the standby screen in 2nd Embodiment. It is a flowchart about the standby screen display processing in 2nd Embodiment.

Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. The embodiments of the present invention are not limited to the following embodiments, and various embodiments may be adopted as long as they belong to the technical scope of the present invention.
[First Embodiment]
[Description of configuration]
(1) Overall Configuration As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko machine 50 of the first embodiment has a structure in which each configuration is held by an outer frame 51 forming a vertically long fixed outer shell holding frame. Hinges 53 are provided on the upper and lower left sides of the outer frame 51, and the hinge 53 allows the front frame (glass frame) 52 into which the plate glass 61 is fitted and the inner frame described later to be opened and closed with respect to the outer frame 51. NS. Further, a 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 both the left and right sides of the upper part of the front frame 52, and game sounds are output by these speakers to improve the taste of the game. Further, the front frame 52 is provided with a frame-side decorative lamp 65 that emits light according to the game state, and an LED that notifies an abnormality of the game.
An upper plate 55 and a lower plate 63 are integrally formed at the lower portion of the front frame 52. Further, a launch handle 64 is provided on the right side of the lower plate 63, and the launch device is operated by operating the launch handle 64 clockwise, and the game ball supplied from the upper plate 55 is sent to the game board 1. Fired at.

The lower plate 63 is configured to receive the prize balls overflowing from the upper plate 55, and by operating the ball pulling lever, the game balls collected in the lower plate 63 can be transferred to the dollar box provided in the game store. Can be done. Further, in the center of the upper plate 55, an effect button 67 and a jog dial 68 are provided.
This pachinko machine 50 is a so-called CR machine, and a prepaid card unit (CR unit) 56 for reading and writing prepaid cards is attached, and a ball lending button 57, a settlement button 58, and a balance are attached to the right side of the upper plate 55. A display 59 is provided.

Note that 39 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 39 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 formed with a substantially circular game area 3 surrounded by the outer rail 2a and the inner rail 2b. In the game area 3, a center case 5 is mounted in the center thereof, and a normal symbol operating gate 13 is installed on the left side of the game area 3 when facing the center case 5. When the game ball passes through the normal symbol operating gate 13, a plurality of types of random numbers used for the hit / fail determination of the normal symbol (also referred to as the normal figure) are extracted, and the hit / fail judgment is performed based on the extracted random numbers.

Immediately below the center case 5, the first start port 11 and the second start port 12 for which a hit / fail judgment is performed with a variation display of a special symbol (also referred to as a special figure) due to the entry of a game ball are up and down. They are arranged side by side. The pachinko machine 50 has a first special symbol (first special symbol) that fluctuates when the ball enters the first starting port 11, and a second special symbol (second special symbol) that fluctuates when the ball enters the second starting port 12. It has two types of special symbols (Fig.). The first starting port 11 is configured so that a game ball can enter at all times, but the second starting port 12 is configured as an ordinary electric accessory that is opened by winning in the winning / failing judgment of the normal drawing. It is possible to enter the ball only when the ball is won by the hit / fail judgment of the regular map.

When a game ball enters the first starting port 11, a plurality of types of random numbers corresponding to the first special figure are extracted and stored on hold, and when the game ball enters the second starting port 12, the second special figure is inserted. A plurality of types of random numbers corresponding to the figure are extracted and stored on hold. The hold storage means that a random number that is extracted due to the entry of the ball into the starting port or the like and used for the hit / fail determination is stored.
The second starting port 12, which is configured as an ordinary electric accessory, is opened for a predetermined time a predetermined number of times at the time of winning in the hit / fail determination of the normal drawing. Specifically, in a normal gaming state, one winning will open about 2.6 seconds twice.

Below the second starting opening 12, a large winning opening 14 made of a special electric accessory that is opened at the time of a special game performed at the time of winning in the winning / failing determination of the special figure is arranged. In addition, four general winning openings 15 are arranged in the lower left area of the game area 3.
In the lower right area of the game board 1, a 7-segment first special figure display device 9 and a second special figure display device 10, and a first special figure hold number display device 18 and four LEDs are included. 2 A special figure hold number display device 19, a normal symbol display device 7 composed of two LEDs, and a normal figure hold number display device 8 composed of four LEDs are installed.

In the center case 5 of the game board 1 shown in FIG. 2, an LCD panel of the effect symbol display device 6 (not shown as a whole) is arranged in the center, and a variable display of the effect symbol and the like can be displayed on the screen of the LCD panel. By doing so, a symbol effect for notifying the result of the hit / fail judgment corresponding to the first and second special figures is performed.
Further, the center case 5 is provided with a warp entrance, a warp gutter, a stage, and the like as well as well-known ones.

A large number of game nails 4 are planted in the game area 3 of the game board 1, and an out port is provided at the bottom of the board surface. The game nail 4 may be configured as a special game nail which is a rod-shaped member whose nail adjustment is difficult or impossible. It should be noted that special game nails may be provided only in specific parts such as around the first and second starting openings 11 and 12 and the large winning opening 14. It is conceivable that the special game nail is made of, for example, a material that has high brittleness and hardness, is difficult to deform, and is broken before deformation occurs when a large force is applied. Specifically, for example, it can be considered to be composed of cast iron or a resin having such properties. In addition to this, instead of the special game nail, an obstacle (for example, a wall-shaped object or a block-shaped object) which is similarly difficult or impossible to deform may be arranged. Of course, normal game nails may be used instead of special game nails and the like.

Further, as shown in FIG. 3, the back side of the pachinko machine 50 has a configuration in which an inner frame 70 for detachably attaching the game board 1 is housed in the outer frame 51. Similar to the front frame 52, the inner frame 70 is installed so that it can be opened and closed by connecting the vertical positions of one side edge (on the right side when facing FIG. 3) to the hinge 53 provided on the outer frame 51. A game ball flow-down 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 wins 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, pass through the flow passage, and reach the upper plate 55. It will be paid out. Further, in the first embodiment, the payout device is configured to pay out the game ball (rental ball) in response to the operation of the lending button.

Further, on the back side of the pachinko machine 50, a main control device 80, a payout control device 81, an effect symbol control device 82, a sub integrated control device 83, a launch control device, and a power supply board 85 are provided. The main control device 80, the effect symbol control device 82, and the sub integrated control device 83 are provided on the game board 1, and the payout control device 81, the launch control device, and the power supply board 85 are provided on the inner frame 70. Although the launch control device is not shown in FIG. 3, the launch control device is arranged on the back side (game board 1 side) of the payout control device 81.

Further, an external connection terminal plate 78 is provided on the right side of the ball tank 71, and the external connection terminal plate 78 sends a signal indicating the game state and the 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. 4, the pachinko machine 50 is configured around the main control device 80. Note that this block diagram does not include a so-called relay board or power supply board that simply relays signals. Further, although detailed illustration is omitted, all of the main control device 80, the payout control device 81, the effect symbol control device 82, and the sub integrated control device 83 are provided with a CPU, ROM, RAM, input port, output port, and the like. .. Further, the launch control device 84 and the power supply board are not provided with the CPU, ROM, and RAM, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the launch control device 84 and the like may be provided with the CPU, ROM, RAM, and the like.

The main control device 80 includes a first starting port SW11a for detecting a game ball entering the first starting port 11, a second starting port SW12a for detecting a game ball entering the second starting port 12, and a normal symbol operation. Normal symbol operation SW13a for detecting game balls that have entered the gate 13, count SW14a for counting game balls that have entered the large winning opening 14, general winning opening SW15a for detecting game balls that have entered the general winning opening 15. The detection signal from etc. is input.

The main control device 80 operates according to the installed program, generates various commands related to the progress of the game based on the above-mentioned detection signal and the like, and outputs them to the payout control device 81 and the sub-integrated control device 83.
Further, the main control device 80 is connected to the symbol display device relay terminal plate 90 via the first special figure display device 9, the second special figure display device 10, the first special figure hold number display device 18, the second. It controls the display of the special figure hold number display device 19, the normal symbol display device 7, and the normal figure hold number display device 8.

Further, the main control device 80 controls the opening / closing of the special winning opening 14 by controlling the special winning opening solenoid 14b, and controls the opening / closing of the second starting opening 12 by controlling the normal accessory solenoid 12b.
Further, a setting switch 16 for setting the winning probability in the winning / failing determination of the special figure is connected to the main control device 80. The setting switch 16 is provided on the back side of the game board 2, and the setting switch 16 can be operated when the inner frame is opened. That is, the player cannot operate the setting switch 16, and the pachinko parlor clerk or the like can operate the setting switch 16. As an example, the setting switch 16 may be configured as a DIP switch or the like.

Further, the main control device 80 is provided with a backup power supply for the RAM, and the contents of the RAM are held by the backup power supply even when the power is not supplied to the pachinko machine 50. A RAM clear switch 17 that clears the contents of the RAM is connected to the main control device 80.
The output signal from the main control device 80 is also output to the test signal terminal, and management signals such as symbol variation and jackpot are output to the external connection terminal plate 78 and sent to the hall computer 87.

Bidirectional communication is possible between the main control device 80 and the payout control device 81.
The payout control device 81 operates the payout motor 20 in response to a command sent from the main control device 80 to pay out the prize balls. In the first embodiment, the detection signal of the payout SW21 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 conceivable to use a configuration in which the detection signal of the payout SW21 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 the prize balls.

In the payout control device 81, signals from the glass frame closing SW35, the inner frame closing SW36, the ball out SW23, the payout SW21, and the full SW22 are input, and the full SW22 gives a signal indicating that the lower plate 63 is full. When the input is made, or when a signal indicating that there are few or no game balls is input to the ball tank 71 due to the out-of-ball SW23, the payout motor 20 is stopped to stop the payout operation of the prize ball. Further, the full SW22 and the out-of-ball SW23 are also configured to continue to output a signal until the state is resolved, and the payout control device 81 drives the payout motor 20 because the signal is no longer output. To resume.

Further, the payout control device 81 operates the payout motor 20 by communicating with the CR unit 56 via the CR unit terminal plate 24, and discharges the rental ball. The loaned ball is detected by the payout SW21, and the detection signal is input to the payout control device 81. Further, the CR unit terminal board 24 is also connected to the settlement display device 25 so as to be capable of bidirectional communication, and the settlement display device 25 has a ball lending button 57 for requesting the lending of game balls and a ball lending button 57 for requesting settlement. A checkout button 58 is provided.

Further, the payout control device 81 transmits information about the prize ball, information indicating the open / closed state of the frame (inner frame 70, front frame 52), and the like to the hall computer 87 via the external connection terminal plate 78, and also launch control device 81. A launch stop signal is transmitted to 84.
In the first embodiment, the game balls are paid out, but an enclosed type structure may be used in which the prize balls generated in response to a prize or the like are stored without being paid out.

The launch control device 84 controls the launch motor 30 to launch the game ball into the game area 3.
In addition to the payout control device 81, the launch control device 84 receives a rotation amount signal from the launch handle 64, a touch signal from the touch SW28, and a launch stop signal from the launch stop SW29.
The rotation amount signal is output when the player operates the launch handle 64, the touch signal is output when the player touches the launch handle 64, and the launch stop switch signal is when the player presses the launch stop SW29. Is output. 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 data and commands transmitted from the main control device 80, distributes them to data for effect display control, sound control, and lamp control, and commands for effect display control and the like. Is transmitted to the effect symbol control device 82, and the sound control and the lamp control are distributed to the control parts (voice control device and functional unit as the lamp control device) included in the effect symbol control device 82. In the first embodiment, only one-way communication from the main control device 80 to the sub-integrated control device 83 may be possible.

Then, the functional unit as the voice control device controls the voice output from the speaker 66 by operating the sound LSI based on the data for voice control, and the functional unit as the lamp control device is the data for lamp control. Various LEDs and lamps 26 are controlled by operating the lamp driver based on the above.
Further, the effect button 67 and the jog dial 68 are connected to the sub-integrated control device 83, and when the player operates the effect button 67 and the jog dial 68, the signal is input to the sub-integrated control device 83. ..

Bidirectional 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 commands received from the sub-integrated control device 83 (both are transmitted from the main control device 80 and some are generated by the sub-integrated control device 83). The device 6 is controlled to display an effect image such as an effect symbol.
[Explanation of operation]
(1) Outline In the pachinko machine 50 of the first embodiment, random numbers extracted due to entering the balls into the first and second starting ports 11 and 12 are stored on hold. Then, a random number related to the hold storage is read out, and the validity / rejection of the special figure is determined based on the random number. Specifically, in the winning / failing determination, it is determined whether or not the random number matches the winning value registered in the winning / failing determination table, and if they match, the winner is won. Then, if a winner is selected based on the winning / failing judgment of the special figure, a special game is performed in which the large winning opening 14 is opened for a plurality of rounds.

Further, the pachinko machine 50 has a probability variation mode and a time saving mode as a gaming state. In the probability change mode, the probability of winning in the winning / failing judgment of the special figure increases. Specifically, there are two types of hit / fail judgment tables, a probability change table used during the probability change mode and a normal table used when not in the probability change mode, and the probability change table has more hits than the normal table. The value is registered. Therefore, in the probabilistic mode, the winning is won by the hit / fail judgment of the special figure with a higher probability than in the non-probability mode. In addition, during the time saving mode, the probability of winning in the hit / fail judgment of the normal figure increases, and the opening time of the second starting port 12 when winning in the hit / fail judgment of the normal figure becomes longer, so that the opening time to the second starting port 12 becomes longer. It becomes easy to enter the ball.

In the pachinko machine 50, various effects related to the determination of whether or not the special figure is correct are performed. Specifically, for example, when a new hold memory is generated, a hold effect is performed, and the hold symbol corresponding to the hold memory is displayed on the effect symbol display device 6. The reserved symbol is deleted when a hit / fail determination is made based on the reserved memory corresponding to the reserved symbol. Further, for example, when the hit / fail judgment of the special symbol is performed, the effect symbol display device 6 displays the effect symbol in a variable manner, then the effect symbol is confirmed and displayed, and the result of the result of the hit / fail determination is determined by the confirmed display of the effect symbol. A design effect to notify is performed. Further, even during the special game, the effect symbol display device 6 performs an effect indicating the progress of the special game, and displays the current round, the number of balls entered into the grand prize opening 14, and the like.

Further, in the pachinko machine 50, a look-ahead effect suggesting the result of the hit / miss judgment of the special figure based on the hold memory is performed before the hit / miss judgment of the special figure is performed. In the look-ahead effect, for example, as the hold symbol corresponding to the hold memory that is the target of the look-ahead effect, the look-ahead hold symbol that suggests that the hit is hit by the hit / fail determination is displayed on the effect symbol display device 6.
Further, when the game is not performed, the standby screen is displayed on the effect symbol display device 6.

(2) Setting change By operating the setting switch 16, the pachinko machine 50 sets the winning probability in the winning / failing judgment of the special figure (hereinafter, also simply referred to as the winning probability) in n steps (n is an integer of 2 or more). It can be set with. That is, in the ROM or the like of the main control device 80, n types of hit / fail determination tables corresponding to the set values 1 to n are stored. More specifically, n types of normal tables and n types of probabilistic tables are provided. Then, the winning / failing determination of the special figure is performed using the winning / failing determination table corresponding to the set value designated by the setting switch 16, whereby the winning / failing determination of the special figure is won with the winning probability according to the set value. The value of n may be 3 or more. Further, the winning probability may be larger as the value of n is larger (or the set value as the value of n is smaller). Hereinafter, the stage of the winning probability designated by the setting switch 16 will be referred to as probability setting.

Specifically, when the power of the pachinko machine 50 is supplied while the RAM clear switch 17 is operated, the RAM of the main control device 80 is initialized (hereinafter, RAM clear) and is designated by the setting switch 16. The probability setting made is read out. Hereinafter, changing the probability setting by operating the RAM clear switch 17 and the setting switch 16 will be described as setting change.

Further, in the pachinko machine 50, a setting change effect suggesting that the setting has been changed is performed. In the setting change effect, in addition to the case where the winning probability increases due to the setting change (hereinafter, the setting increases) and the case where the winning probability decreases due to the setting change (hereinafter, the setting decreases), the RAM is cleared but the winning probability Is also performed when there is no change (there is no change in the setting thereafter). It should be noted that the setting change effect when there is no setting change is a so-called ghost effect.

As an example, the setting change effect is performed in a look-ahead effect using a reserved symbol. Specifically, when the setting change effect is performed, the look-ahead pending symbol is displayed in a mode different from the normal look-ahead effect. More specifically, for example, the color and shape of the look-ahead hold symbol may be changed, or the look-ahead hold symbol may be blinked. Further, for example, it is conceivable to move the look-ahead pending symbol so as to swing in a predetermined direction (hereinafter, sway). Further, for example, it is conceivable to display an additional image on the look-ahead hold symbol and to display an additional image around the look-ahead hold symbol (hereinafter, referred to as an additional image display).

Here, the absolute value of the difference between the probability setting before the setting change and the probability setting after the setting change is described as the setting difference. In the setting change effect, the look-ahead pending symbol is displayed in different modes depending on whether the setting difference due to the setting change is X steps or more, the setting difference is less than X steps, or the probability setting after the setting change is the maximum value. Will be done. The maximum value is a probability setting that has the highest winning probability and is most advantageous to the player. Further, X is an integer of 2 or more, and as an example, X = 2 may be used. FIG. 5 shows a display mode of the look-ahead pending symbol in the setting change effect when X = 2. Of course, the value of X can be various values such as 3, 4, 5, and 6. Further, in the first embodiment, as an example, different look-ahead pending symbols are provided corresponding to the first and second special figures.

Further, in the pachinko machine 50, when the setting difference due to the setting change is the same, the setting change effect is performed in the same manner in the case of increasing the setting and the case of decreasing the setting. However, the mode of the setting change effect in each case may be slightly different, and these modes may be substantially the same. More specifically, "substantially the same" means that the two setting change effects have the same mode at first glance, but have a slight difference that can be found when compared in detail. In other words, substantially the same means that the two setting change effects appear to be the same mode to a player who is not proficient in playing pachinko machine 50, but a player who is proficient in playing pachinko machine 50. It means that there is a slight difference that can be grasped.

Specifically, for example, in the setting change effect, if the color and shape of the look-ahead hold symbol are different from the normal look-ahead effect, the color and shape of the look-ahead hold symbol are changed when the setting is lowered and when the setting is increased. It may be slightly different. Further, for example, in the setting change effect, if the look-ahead pending symbol is blinked, the blinking cycle, the blinking frequency, and the like may be slightly different between when the setting is lowered and when the setting is increased. Further, for example, in the setting change effect, if the look-ahead pending symbol is swayed, the magnitude and direction of the shaking may be slightly different between when the setting is lowered and when the setting is increased. Further, for example, if the additional image is displayed in the setting change effect, the position, size, shape, color, etc. of the additional image may be slightly different between when the setting is lowered and when the setting is increased.

Further, as the setting change effect when the setting difference due to the setting change is the same, a first setting change effect and a second setting change effect that are substantially the same may be provided. Then, in the case of increasing the setting, the first setting change effect is performed more frequently than the second setting change effect, and in the case of the setting decrease, the second setting change effect is performed more frequently than the first setting change effect. You may go.
Further, the setting change effect may be performed at different frequencies in each case of setting increase, setting decrease, and no setting change. As an example, in the case of increasing the setting, the setting change effect may be performed in the look-ahead effect of the hold storage related to the random number for determining the big hit symbol having the symbols A to E and G to I as the hit symbols (FIG. 6). .. Further, when there is no setting change, the setting change effect may be performed in the look-ahead effect of the hold storage related to the random number for determining the big hit symbol having the symbols A to C, E, and F as the hit symbols. Further, when the setting is lowered, the setting change effect may be performed in the look-ahead effect of the hold storage related to the random number for determining the big hit symbol having the symbols A, C, and F as the hit symbols. As a result, when the setting is increased, the setting change effect can be performed with the highest frequency, and when the setting is decreased, the setting change effect can be performed with the lowest frequency. Of course, the setting change effect may be performed at the same frequency in each of the cases where the setting is increased, the setting is decreased, and the setting is not changed, or any two of these cases.

Hereinafter, the operation of the pachinko machine 50 of the first embodiment will be described.
(3) RAM clear processing First, the RAM clear processing performed by the main control device 80 when the power of the pachinko machine 50 is turned on will be described (FIG. 7).
When the power of the pachinko machine 50 is turned on, the main control device 80 performs the initial processing (S100) at the time of turning on the power, and then whether or not the RAM clear switch 17 is turned on based on the detection signal from the RAM clear switch 17. (S105). Then, when an affirmative determination is obtained (S105: Yes), the process proceeds to S130, and when a negative determination is obtained (S105: No), the process proceeds to S110.

In S110, the main control device 80 calculates a determination value (checksum) of the RAM of the main control device 80. Further, when the power is turned off, the determination value of the RAM calculated by the main control device 80 and stored in the storage means is read out, and the process proceeds to S115. The storage means may be a rewritable non-volatile storage device such as EEPROM, or may be a RAM of the main control device 80 that is backed up even when the power is off.

In S115, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the newly calculated determination value of the RAM and the determined value of the read RAM match. Then, when an affirmative judgment is obtained (S115: Yes), the judgment value of the RAM is regarded as normal, and the process proceeds to S120, and when a negative judgment is obtained (S115: No), the process proceeds to S135. do.
In S120, the main control device 80 performs a process at the time of power recovery (for example, transmission of a command for returning the sub-integrated control device 83 to the state at the time of power off), and shifts to S125.

In S125, the main control device 80 sets various interrupts and shifts to the main routine.
On the other hand, in S130, which shifts to the case where the RAM clear switch 17 is ON, the main control device 80 waits until the RAM clear switch 17 is turned OFF. That is, it is determined whether or not the RAM clear switch 17 is OFF, and if it is OFF (S130: Yes), it shifts to S135, and if it is not OFF (S130: No), it shifts to S130 again. ..

In S135, the main control device 80 clears the RAM so that the entire area of the RAM is set to 0 in a state where the probability setting is saved, and shifts to S140. At this time, the main control device 80 may instruct devices such as the sub-integrated control device 83 and the payout control device 81 to clear the RAM.
In S140, the main control device 80 performs an initial value random number setting process for setting initial value random numbers used for various lottery in the game, and shifts to S145.

In S145, the main control device 80 performs the initial setting of the RAM of the main control device 80, and shifts to S150.
In S150, the main control device 80 sets various interrupts and shifts to S155.
In S155, the main control device 80 executes a setting change process for changing the setting according to the operation state of the setting switch 16, and shifts to S160.

In S160, the main control device 80 executes the effect period setting process for setting the effect period, which is the period for performing the setting change effect, and shifts to the main routine.
(4) Setting change process Next, a setting change process for changing the setting according to the operation state of the setting switch 16 will be described (FIG. 8).

In S200, the main control device 80 grasps the operating state of the setting switch 16 based on the signal from the setting switch 16, and grasps the probability setting specified by the setting switch 16. Further, the main control device 80 compares the latest probability setting stored in the RAM of the main control device 80 with the probability setting specified by the setting switch 16 and determines whether or not the setting has been changed. Then, when there is a setting change (S200: Yes), the process proceeds to S205, and when there is no setting change (S200: No), this process ends.

It is conceivable that the setting is changed by various methods, not limited to the operation of the setting switch 16. Specifically, for example, an operation signal from an operation unit such as a touch panel provided on the screen of the effect symbol display device 6 may be input to the main control device 80. The effect button 67 and the jog dial 68 may be configured as the operation unit. Further, the main control device 80 may send a command to the sub-integrated control device 83 and cause the effect symbol display device 6 to display a setting change screen instructing an operation for changing the setting. Then, the main control device 80 may change the setting according to the operation received via the operation unit while the setting change screen is displayed. Further, for example, it is conceivable that a signal from an external device connected to the pachinko machine 50 is configured to be input to the main control device 80, and the main control device 80 changes the setting according to the signal.

In S205, the main control device 80 sets the change flag and shifts to S210.
Here, in the RAM of the main control device 80, a first storage area for storing the latest probability setting and a second storage area for storing the probability setting (previous probability setting) immediately before being changed to the latest probability setting. And are provided. The non-volatile storage device described above may be provided with these storage areas. In S210, the main control device 80 saves the probability setting saved in the first storage area in the second storage area, and saves the probability setting specified by the setting switch 16 in the first storage area. Hereinafter, saving a new probability setting while changing the previously saved storage area of the probability setting in this way is referred to as shift storage. Then, the main control device 80 shifts to S215.

The first to Xth storage areas (x is an integer of 3 or more) are provided as storage areas for probability setting, and the latest probability setting and the probability setting from one time before to X-1 time before are set in these storage areas. You may try to save and. Then, when the setting is changed, all the probability settings stored in the y-th storage area (y is an integer of 1 or more and x-1 or less) are saved in the y + 1 storage area and the first storage. Shift storage may be performed by saving the latest probability settings in the area.

In S215, the main control device 80 compares the latest probability setting with the previous probability setting, and determines whether or not the setting has increased. Then, in the case of an affirmative determination, the process proceeds to (S215: Yes) and S220, and in the case of a negative determination, the process proceeds to (S215: No) and S225.
In S220, the main control device 80 sets the increase flag and ends this process.

On the other hand, in S225, the main control device 80 clears the increase flag and ends this process.
The main control device 80 may transmit both or one of the probability setting and the increase flag stored in each storage area to the sub-integrated control device 83. On the other hand, the sub-integrated control device 83 may store the received probability setting and increase flag in the RAM or the non-volatile storage device described above. Then, the sub-integrated control device 83 may display the contents of the probability setting and the increase flag on the effect symbol display device 6 and the like according to a predetermined operation performed by a clerk of the pachinko parlor or the like.

Further, the main control device 80 may transmit both or one of the probability setting and the increase flag stored in each storage area to an external device such as the hall computer 87.
(5) Effect period setting process Next, an effect period setting process for setting an effect period, which is a period for performing a setting change effect, will be described (FIG. 9).

In S300, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the setting has been changed by comparing the latest probability setting with the previous probability setting. Then, when there is a setting change (S300: Yes), the process proceeds to S305, and when there is no setting change (S300: No), the process proceeds to S340.
In S305, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the setting increase has occurred based on the latest probability setting and the previous probability setting. Then, in the case of an affirmative determination, the process proceeds to (S305: Yes) and S310, and in the case of a negative determination, the process proceeds to (S305: No) and S335.

In S310, the main controller 80 determines whether or not the latest probability setting is the highest value. Then, in the case of an affirmative determination, the process proceeds to (S310: Yes) and S330, and in the case of a negative determination, the process proceeds to (S310: No) and S315.
In S330, the main control device 80 sets the effect period of the setting change effect to 6 days as an example, and ends this process.

On the other hand, in S315, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the setting difference due to the setting change is X steps or more based on the latest probability setting and the previous probability setting. Note that X may be 2 as an example. Of course, the value of X is not limited to this, and can be various values such as 3, 4, 5, and 6. Then, in the case of an affirmative determination, the process proceeds to (S315: Yes) and S325, and in the case of a negative determination, the process proceeds to (S315: No) and S320.

In S325, the main control device 80 sets the effect period of the setting change effect to 5 days as an example, and ends this process.
On the other hand, in S320, the main control device 80 sets the effect period of the setting change effect to 4 days as an example, and ends this process.
On the other hand, in S340, which shifts to the case where the setting is not changed, the main control device 80 sets the effect period of the setting change effect to 3 days as an example, and ends this process.

Further, in S335, which shifts to the case where the setting is lowered, the main control device 80 sets the effect period of the setting change effect to 2 days as an example, and ends this process.
Of course, the method of setting each production period is not limited to the above-mentioned one, and it is conceivable to set the production period to various lengths.
Further, for example, in the case of lowering the setting, the effect period may be longer than in the case of no change in the setting. Further, for example, in the case of lowering the setting, the effect period may be longer than in the case of increasing the setting. Further, when the probability setting after changing the setting is the maximum value, the effect period may be shortened as compared with other cases.

Further, for example, as the winning probability set by the probability setting after the setting change becomes higher (in other words, as the probability setting after the setting change becomes advantageous to the player), the effect period may be lengthened. To explain in detail, it is assumed that the probability setting of three stages of 1 to 3 is provided. In addition, as the numerical value indicating the stage becomes larger, it becomes advantageous to the player (the winning probability becomes higher). Then, the effect period when the stage is 3 is T3, the effect period when the stage is 2, is T2, and the effect period when the stage is 1 is T1. At this time, T3> T2> T1 may be set. In addition to this, T3> T2 = T1 may be set, or T3 = T2> T1 may be set.

On the contrary, for example, as the winning probability set by the probability setting after the setting change becomes lower, the effect period may be lengthened. That is, T3 <T2 <T1 may be set. In addition to this, T3 <T2 = T1 may be set, or T3 = T2 <T1 may be set.
Further, the setting change effect may be continuously performed without setting the effect period.
(6) Main Routine Next, the main routine in the main control device 80 will be described with reference to the flowchart shown in FIG. This main routine is started as a timer interrupt process having a 2 ms cycle.

In S10, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the main routine has been started by a normal timer interrupt, and if a positive determination is obtained (S10: Yes), the process shifts to S20 and is denied. If a determination is obtained (S10: No), the process shifts to S15.
In S15, the main control device 80 performs initial settings such as the CPU and I / O, and shifts the processing to S75.

On the other hand, when an affirmative determination is obtained in S10, the main control device 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 fluctuation pattern determination random number is updated (S45).
Then, the main control device 80 performs a winning confirmation process for detecting the winning of the game ball in the winning opening such as the starting opening (S50), and a winning / failing determination process for determining the winning or not of the special figure due to the winning in the starting opening (S50). And (S55), the special game process for controlling the special game and (S60) are performed. Further, the fraud monitoring process for detecting the fraudulent activity of the player (S65) and the output process for transmitting various information to the hall computer 87 or the like (S70) are executed.

Further, in S75, the main control device 80 repeatedly updates the initial value random number until the next timer interrupt occurs and the main routine is started.
(7) Start Win Win Confirmation Process Next, a start prize confirmation process that detects winning in the first and second starting ports 11 and 12 and generates a hold memory or the like according to the winning will be described (FIG. 11). ). This process is configured as a subroutine called from the winning confirmation process (S50) executed from the main routine.

In S400, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the game ball has won a prize in the first and second starting ports 11 and 12 based on the detection signals of the first and second starting ports SW11a and 12a. Then, in the case of an affirmative determination (S400: Yes), the process shifts to S405, and in the case of a negative determination (S400: No), this process ends.
In S405, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the number of reserved storages of the special figure corresponding to the starting port where the winning is generated is an upper limit value (4 as an example). Then, in the case of a negative determination (S405: No), the process shifts to S410, and in the case of an affirmative determination (S405: Yes), this process ends.

In S410, the main control device 80 determines a random number for determining the jackpot used for determining whether or not the special figure corresponding to the starting port where the winning has occurred, and a symbol (winning symbol) that is stopped and displayed when the winning or failing determination is made. Random numbers for determining big hit symbols, random numbers for determining reach to determine whether or not to be out of reach in symbol production, random numbers for determining fluctuation patterns for determining fluctuation time of special symbols, etc. are extracted. Then, these random numbers are stored as hold storage. It should be noted that the "out of reach" means that, in the symbol effect, after the reach state is reached, the effect symbol is stopped and displayed in the state of showing the out of reach. Then, a hold number command indicating the number of hold storages corresponding to the starting port where the winning is generated is transmitted to the sub-integrated control device 83, and the process shifts to S415.

In S415, the main control device 80 executes a look-ahead determination process for determining whether or not to perform a look-ahead effect for the newly generated hold storage, and ends this process.
(8) About the look-ahead determination process Next, about the look-ahead determination process that determines whether or not to perform the look-ahead effect for the newly generated reserved memory and whether or not to perform the setting change effect in the look-ahead effect. This will be described (FIG. 12). This process is called from the start winning confirmation process.

In S500, the main control device 80 determines whether or not to perform the look-ahead effect. Specifically, for example, in the case of the main control device 80, when the random number for determining the jackpot related to the hold storage to be the target of the look-ahead determination process is a value that is a hit in the hit / fail determination, a predetermined value, or the like. You may decide to perform a look-ahead effect. Further, for example, the main control device 80 indicates that the reach determination random number is out of reach in the symbol effect, or is super reach in the symbol effect based on the reach determination random number, the variation pattern determination random number, or the like. If it is found that (out of reach with high expectation for hitting) occurs, it may be decided to perform a look-ahead effect. Further, the main control device 80 may decide to perform a lottery using random numbers in these cases, and to perform a look-ahead effect when the lottery is won. If the main control device 80 decides to perform the look-ahead effect (S500: Yes), the main control device 80 shifts to S505, and if not (S500: No), the main control device 80 ends this process.

In S505, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the change flag is set (whether or not the setting change has occurred in the RAM clear processing). Then, when an affirmative determination is obtained (S505: Yes), the process proceeds to S510, and when a negative determination is obtained (S505: No), the process proceeds to S535.
In S510, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the effect period has elapsed from the time when the RAM clear was finally executed by the clock function provided in the main control device 80. Then, when an affirmative determination is obtained (S510: Yes), the process proceeds to S515, and when a negative determination is obtained (S510: No), the process proceeds to S530.

Although the setting change effect is not performed after the effect period elapses due to the processing of S510, the setting change effect may be restarted when a certain period elapses after the effect period elapses. Further, even within the effect period, a period may be set during which the setting change effect is not performed.
Further, whether or not the production period has passed is determined by using the clock function, but the clock function has a backup power supply and continues the operation even when the power is not supplied to the pachinko machine 50. Is preferable. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a backup power source for the clock function may not be provided so that the clock function operates only while power is being supplied to the pachinko machine 50. In this case, the total operating time of the pachinko machine 50 from the time of setting change may be measured over the power supply stop period, and the setting change effect may be terminated when the total operating time exceeds the effect period. Specifically, after the setting is changed, the elapsed time during power supply is measured by the clock function, and each time the power supply to the pachinko machine 50 is stopped, the measured elapsed time is measured by the above-mentioned non-volatile type. It may be stored in the storage device as the total operating time. Then, when the power supply to the pachinko machine 50 is resumed, the total operating time is read from the storage device, and the elapsed time measured by the clock function is added to the total operating time to add the total operating time of the pachinko machine 50 from the time of setting change. The operating time may be measured.

In S530, the main control device 80 clears the change flag and the increase flag, and shifts to S535.
On the other hand, in S515, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the increase flag is set (whether or not the setting is increased). Then, when an affirmative determination is obtained (S515: Yes), the process proceeds to S520, and when a negative determination is obtained (S515: No), the process proceeds to S525.

In S520 and S525, the main control device 80 determines that a lottery using random numbers is performed, and when the lottery is won, a setting change effect is performed. As an example, the lottery in S520 (lottery when the setting is increased) has a 60% probability of winning, and the lottery in S525 (lottery when there is no setting change and the setting is lowered) has a 30% probability. You may win. Of course, the winning probability in each case is not limited to this, and it is sufficient that the winning probability in the lottery when the setting is increased is higher than the winning probability in the lottery when the setting is lowered. On the contrary, the winning probability when the setting is increased may be lower than the winning probability when the setting is not changed or the setting is decreased. Further, for example, when there is no change in the setting, the setting change effect may not be performed.

When the main control device 80 decides to perform the setting change effect, it transmits a command instructing the look-ahead effect and the setting change effect to the sub-integrated control device 83, and ends this process. On the other hand, if the main control device 80 does not decide to perform the setting change effect, the main control device 80 transmits a command instructing the look-ahead effect to the sub-integrated control device 83, and ends this process.
Further, in S535, which shifts when the setting has not been changed or the effect period has elapsed, the main control device 80 transmits a command instructing the look-ahead effect to the sub-integrated control device 83 to perform this process. finish.

The look-ahead determination process is executed for the reserved memory when a new reserved memory is generated. However, the look-ahead determination process may be executed not only for the newly generated hold memory but also for the hold memory generated before the hold memory. Further, the look-ahead determination process may be executed not only when a new hold memory is generated but also at various timings for any of the hold memories occurring at that time.

(9) Win / Loss Judgment Process Next, a hit / fail judgment process for determining the hit / fail of the special figure by using the random numbers for determining the jackpot stored on hold will be described (FIGS. 13 to 16). This process is executed from the main routine.
First, with respect to FIG. 13, in S600, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the special electric accessory is operating, that is, whether or not the special game is being executed. Then, in the case of an affirmative determination (S600: Yes), the present process is terminated, and in the case of a negative determination (S600: No), the process proceeds to S605.

In S605, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the variation display of the special figure is in progress. Then, in the case of an affirmative determination (S605: Yes), the process proceeds to S680 in FIG. 15, and in the case of a negative determination (S605: No), the process proceeds to S610.
In S610, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the special figure is being fixedly displayed. Then, in the case of an affirmative determination (S610: Yes), the process proceeds to S690 in FIG. 16, and in the case of a negative determination (S610: No), the process proceeds to S615 in FIG.

Subsequently, with respect to FIG. 14, in S615, the main control device 80 determines whether or not there is a hold storage, and in the case of an affirmative determination (S615: Yes), shifts to S620, and in the case of a negative determination (S615: No), this process is terminated.
In S620, the main control device 80 selects either the reserved memory corresponding to the first special figure or the second special figure, and decrements the number of reserved memories corresponding to the same special figure as the selected reserved memory. If there is a hold memory corresponding to the first special figure and a hold memory corresponding to the second special figure, the oldest hold memory corresponding to the first special figure may be selected (that is, the first special figure). 1 The reserved memory corresponding to the special figure may be preferentially digested). Of course, not limited to this, the oldest reserved memory may be selected regardless of the type of corresponding special figure, or the oldest reserved memory corresponding to the second special figure may be selected (that is, the second special figure). 2 The reserved memory corresponding to the special figure may be preferentially digested). Then, the random number related to the selected hold storage is stored in the buffer, and the process proceeds to S625.

In S625, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the probability change flag indicating the probability change mode is 1, and in the case of an affirmative determination (S625: Yes), shifts to S630 and in the case of a negative determination. (S625: No) shifts to S635.
In S630, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the special figure corresponding to the reserved memory is based on the random number for determining the jackpot related to the selected hold memory and the hit / fail determination table (probability change table) corresponding to the probability variation mode. To digest the reserved memory. In other words, it is determined whether or not the big hit determination random number matches the hit value registered in the probability variation table. At this time, the main control device 80 uses a probability variation table according to the latest probability setting. As a result, the winning probability of the special figure is won with the winning probability according to the latest probability setting. Then, the main control device 80 shifts to S640.

On the other hand, in S635, the main control device 80 corresponds to the hold memory based on the jackpot determination random number related to the selected hold memory and the hit / fail determination table (normal table) corresponding to the gaming state that is not in the probability variation mode. The pass / fail judgment of the special figure is executed, and the reserved memory is digested. In other words, it is determined whether or not the big hit determination random number matches the hit value registered in the normal table. At this time, the main control device 80 uses a normal table according to the latest probability setting. As a result, the winning probability of the special figure is won with the winning probability according to the latest probability setting. Then, it shifts to S640.

In S640, when the main control device 80 determines in S630 or S635 that the random number for jackpot determination related to the selected hold memory matches the hit value (when it hits in the hit / fail determination of the special figure) (S640). : Yes), shift to S645. On the other hand, if this is not the case (S640: No), the process proceeds to S660.
In S645, the main control device 80 determines the winning symbol based on the random number for determining the jackpot symbol related to the digested hold memory, thereby determining the number of rounds of the special game and whether or not to shift to the probability variation mode or the time saving mode after the special game. Decide whether or not. Then, it shifts to S650.

In S650, the main control device 80 determines the fluctuation time and the like of the special symbol based on the fluctuation pattern determination random number and the like related to the digested hold memory, and shifts to S655.
In S655, the main control device 80 sets the number of rounds of the special game, the opening pattern of the big winning opening, the production time related to the special game, the interval time, the production mode of the special game, and the like, and also sets the probability change mode or the probability change mode after the special game. The setting status of the probability change flag and the time saving flag is set to be temporarily saved in the mode buffer until the special game is completed so that the time saving mode is set, and the process shifts to S670.

On the other hand, in S660, which shifts when a negative judgment is obtained in S640 (that is, shifts when the judgment is wrong in the special figure), the main control device 80 uses the random number for determining the fluctuation pattern related to the digested hold memory. Etc., the fluctuation time of the special symbol is determined, and the process proceeds to S665.
In S665, the main control device 80 updates the counter indicating the remaining number of times of the hit / fail judgment of the special figure that can be executed in the probability variation mode, the counter indicating the remaining number of times of the hit / miss judgment of the special figure that can be executed in the time saving mode, and the like. Is performed, and the process proceeds to S670.

In S670, the main control device 80 transmits a hold number command indicating the number of hold storages after decrementing in S620 described above to the sub-integrated control device 83, and shifts to S675.
In S675, the main control device 80 starts the variation display of the special symbol, and also transmits a variation start command indicating the variation time of the effect symbol to be variablely displayed corresponding to the special symbol to the sub-integrated control device 83. This starts the design production and ends this process.

Subsequently, with respect to FIG. 15, in S680, which shifts to the variation display of the special figure, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the variation time of the special figure has elapsed, and in the case of an affirmative determination (S680: Yes). , S685, and in the case of a negative determination (S680: No), this process is terminated.
In S685, the main control device 80 ends the variable display of the special figure, displays the confirmed symbol of the special figure, and transmits a symbol confirmation command for causing the sub-integrated control device 83 to confirm the effect symbol. This process ends.

Subsequently, with respect to FIG. 16, in S690, which shifts to the final display of the special figure, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the duration of the final display of the special figure has expired. Then, in the case of an affirmative determination (S690: Yes), the process proceeds to S695, and in the case of a negative determination (S690: No), this process is terminated.
In S695, the main control device 80 ends the confirmation display of the special figure and shifts to S700.

In S700, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the special figure that has been confirmed and displayed is the one at the time of winning in the winning / failing determination, and in the case of an affirmative determination (S700: Yes), the process shifts to S705. In the case of a negative determination (S700: No), the process proceeds to S740.
In S705, the main control device 80 refers to the probability change flag indicating that it is in the probability change mode, clears the probability change flag when the probability change flag is 1, (S710), and then shifts to S715.

In S715, the main control device 80 refers to the time saving flag indicating that the time saving mode is set, clears the time saving flag when the time saving flag is 1, (S720), and then shifts to S725.
Then, the main control device 80 sequentially executes the condition device operation start process (S725), the accessory continuous operation device operation start process (S730), and the jackpot start effect process (S735), thereby indicating a command indicating the mode of the special game. Alternatively, the special game is started by transmitting a command instructing the start of the special game to the sub-integrated control device 83, and the present process is ended.

On the other hand, in S740, which shifts when a negative determination is obtained in S700, the main controller 80 refers to the probability change flag, and if the flag is 1, (S740: Yes), it is executed during the probability change mode. Refer to the remaining number of times (probability variation number) of the hit / fail determination of the possible special figure (S745). Then, when the number of probability changes is 0 (S745: Yes), the probability change flag is cleared (S750), and the process proceeds to S755.

In S755, the main control device 80 refers to the time saving flag, and when the flag is 1 (S755: Yes), the remaining number of times (time saving number) of the hit / fail determination of the special figure that can be executed in the time saving mode is set. Refer to (S760). Then, when the number of time reductions is 0 (S760: Yes), the time reduction flag is cleared (S765), and the process proceeds to S770.
In S770, the main control device 80 executes the state designation command transmission process and ends this process.

(10) Special Game Process Next, a special game process for controlling the progress of the special game will be described (FIGS. 17 to 19). This process is executed from the main routine.
In S800, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the accessory continuous operation device is operating, that is, whether or not a special game is being executed. Then, in the case of an affirmative determination (S800: Yes), the process proceeds to S805, and in the case of a negative determination (S800: No), this process is terminated.

In S805, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the large winning opening 14 is open, and in the case of an affirmative determination (S805: Yes), the process proceeds to S830 in FIG. (S805: No), the process proceeds to S810.
In S810, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the interval is in each round in the special game, and in the case of an affirmative determination (S810: Yes), the process proceeds to S850 of FIG. In the case (S810: No), the process proceeds to S815.

In S815, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the end effect of the special game is being produced, and in the case of an affirmative determination (S815: Yes), the process proceeds to S870 in FIG. (S815: No) shifts to S820.
In S820, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the start effect time in the special game has elapsed, and in the case of an affirmative determination (S820: Yes), shifts to S825, and in the case of a negative determination (S820: Yes). S820: No), this process is terminated.

In S825, the main control device 80 executes a large winning opening opening process for opening the large winning opening 14, and ends this process.
Subsequently, with respect to FIG. 18, in S830, which shifts to the opening of the large winning opening 14, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the number of game balls that have won the large winning opening 14 is 10. Then, in the case of an affirmative determination, the process proceeds to (S830: Yes) and S840, and in the case of a negative determination, the process proceeds to (S830: No) and S835.

In S835, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the opening time of the large winning opening 14 has expired, and in the case of an affirmative determination (S835: Yes), shifts to S840, and in the case of a negative determination. (S835: No), this process is terminated.
In S840, the main control device 80 executes the large winning opening closing process for closing the large winning opening 14, and shifts to S845.

In S845, the main control device 80 executes a jackpot interval process for setting an interval for each round of the special game, and ends this process.
On the other hand, in S850 which shifts during the interval of each round, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the interval time of the special game has elapsed, and in the case of affirmative judgment (S850: Yes), shifts to S855. At the same time, in the case of a negative determination (S850: No), this process is terminated.

In S855, the main control device 80 determines whether or not it is the final round of the special game, and in the case of an affirmative determination (S855: Yes), shifts to S860, and in the case of a negative determination (S855: No). , S865.
In S860, the main control device 80 executes a jackpot end effect process for producing an effect when ending the special game, and ends this process.

On the other hand, in S865, the main control device 80 executes a large winning opening opening process for opening the large winning opening 14, and ends this process.
Subsequently, with respect to FIG. 19, in S870, which shifts to the end effect of the special game, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the time of the end effect has ended, and in the case of an affirmative determination (S870: Yes). , S875, and in the case of a negative determination (S870: No), this process is terminated.

In the following S875 and S880, the main control device 80 stops the accessory continuous operation device and the condition device, and shifts to S885.
In S885, the main control device 80 determines whether or not to shift to the probabilistic mode after the special game, and in the case of an affirmative judgment (S885: Yes), the number of times of the hit / fail determination of the special figure that can be executed during the probabilistic mode. (Probability change count) is set (S890), the probability change flag is set (S895), and the process proceeds to S900.

In S900, the main control device 80 determines whether or not to shift to the time saving mode after the special game, and in the case of an affirmative judgment (S900: Yes), the number of times of hit / fail judgment of the special figure that can be executed in the time saving mode. While setting (the number of time reductions) (S905), the time reduction flag is set (S910), and the process proceeds to S915.
In S915 and S920, the main control device 80 executes a process of transmitting a jackpot end command for ending the effect related to the special game and a state designation command transmission process to the sub-integrated control device 83, and ends this process. ..

[effect]
According to the pachinko machine 50 of the first embodiment, it is suggested that the setting of the winning probability has been changed in the winning / failing judgment of the special figure, so that the player has an expectation that the winning probability has increased. Can be made. On the other hand, since it only suggests a setting change, the player cannot grasp whether the winning probability is high or low, and cannot avoid playing on a gaming machine in which the setting change is disadvantageous to the player. Therefore, it is possible to expect the player to have a high probability of winning in the winning / failing judgment of the special figure without causing a loss to the pachinko parlor.

[Second Embodiment]
Next, the pachinko machine 50 of the second embodiment will be described. Since the basic configuration of the second embodiment is the same as that of the first embodiment, the description of the common configuration will be omitted, and the differences will be mainly described. The same reference numerals as those in the first embodiment indicate the same configurations, and the preceding description will be referred to.

In the second embodiment, the setting is changed in the same manner as in the first embodiment, and the setting change effect is performed in the look-ahead effect. However, in the look-ahead determination process of the first embodiment, the setting change effect is performed with different probabilities depending on whether the setting is increased, the setting is not changed, or the setting is decreased. On the other hand, in the look-ahead determination process of the second embodiment, the setting change effect is performed with different probabilities depending on the case of increasing the setting, the case of not changing the setting, and the case of decreasing the setting. In addition to the look-ahead effect, the setting change effect is also performed on the standby screen.

Therefore, the second embodiment is different from the first embodiment in the setting change process and the look-ahead determination process, and further, the standby screen display process for performing the setting change effect on the standby screen is performed.
The differences between them will be described in detail below.
(1) Setting change processing First, the setting change processing of the second embodiment will be described (FIG. 20).

In S1000, the main control device 80 determines whether or not there is a setting change in the same manner as in S200 of the setting change process of the first embodiment. Then, when there is a setting change (S1000: Yes), the process proceeds to S1010, and when there is no setting change (S1000: No), the process proceeds to S1005.
In S1005, the main control device 80 sets the change flag to 0 and ends this process.

In S1010, the main control device 80 shifts and stores the latest probability setting specified by the setting switch 16 in the same manner as in S210, and shifts to S1015.
In S1015, the main control device 80 compares the latest probability setting with the previous probability setting, and determines whether or not the setting has increased. Then, in the case of an affirmative determination, the process proceeds to (S1015: Yes) and S1020, and in the case of a negative determination, the process proceeds to (S1015: No) and S1025.

In S1020, the main control device 80 sets the change flag to 2 and ends this process.
In S1025, the main control device 80 sets the change flag to 1 and ends this process.
As in the first embodiment, the main control device 80 transmits a probability setting and an increase flag to the sub-integrated control device 83, and the effect symbol is displayed according to a predetermined operation performed by a pachinko parlor clerk or the like. The device 6 or the like may display the contents of the probability setting and the increase flag. Further, as in the first embodiment, the main control device 80 may transmit the probability setting and the increase flag to an external device such as the hall computer 87.

(2) Pre-reading determination processing Next, the pre-reading determination processing of the second embodiment will be described (FIG. 21).
In S1100, the main control device 80 determines whether or not to perform the look-ahead effect in the same manner as in S500 of the look-ahead determination process of the first embodiment. Then, when the main control device 80 decides to perform the look-ahead effect (S1100: Yes), the main control device 80 shifts to S1105, and when not, the main control device 80 ends this process (S1100: No).

In S1105, in the same manner as in S510, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the effect period has elapsed from the time when the RAM clear processing was finally executed. Then, when an affirmative determination is obtained (S1105: Yes), the process proceeds to S1110, and when a negative determination is obtained (S1105: No), the process proceeds to S1130.
In S1130, the main control device 80 clears the change flag and transmits a command instructing the look-ahead effect to the sub-integrated control device 83 (S1135) to end this process.

On the other hand, in S1110, the main control device 80 determines the value of the change flag. Then, when the change flag is 0 (when the setting is not changed), it is set to S1115, when the change flag is 2 (when the setting is increased), it is set to S1120, and when the change flag is 1 (when the setting is lowered). ), The process proceeds to S1125.
In S1115-S1125, as in S520 and S525, the main control device 80 determines that the setting change effect is performed when the lottery is won. As an example, the winning probability P0 of the lottery in S1115 (lottery when there is no setting change) is 40%, and the winning probability P2 of the lottery in S1120 (lottery when the setting is increased) is 65%. Yes, the winning probability P1 of the lottery (lottery in the case of lower setting) in S1125 may be 20%. Of course, the winning probability in each case is not limited to this, and P2>P0> P1 may be sufficient. Further, the magnitude relation of the winning probability in each case is not limited to this, and may be, for example, P2>P1> P0. Further, for example, when P0 = 0, that is, when there is no setting change, the setting change effect may not be performed.

When the main control device 80 decides to perform the setting change effect, it transmits a command instructing the look-ahead effect and the setting change effect to the sub-integrated control device 83, and ends this process. On the other hand, if the main control device 80 does not decide to perform the setting change effect, the main control device 80 transmits a command instructing the look-ahead effect to the sub-integrated control device 83, and ends this process.
The look-ahead determination process of the second embodiment can also be executed for various reserved memories at various timings as in the first embodiment.

(3) Setting change effect on the standby screen When the state in which the pachinko machine 50 is not playing continues for a predetermined time, the main control device 80 shifts to the standby state and sub Instruct the integrated control device 83 to display the standby screen. The sub-integrated control device 83 displays the standby screen on the symbol display device 6 in response to the instruction, and the setting change effect is also performed on the standby screen. The screen 1200 of FIG. 22 shows an example of a standby screen.

Specifically, the setting change effect may be performed in the following manners. For example, even if the color of the object displayed on the standby screen (for example, characters, figures indicating the model name, the manufacturer name of the pachinko machine 50, etc., various characters, etc.) is changed, blinked, or oscillated. Alternatively, the object may be arranged at a position different from the normal standby screen, or an additional image may be displayed on the object. Further, if the object moves on the standby screen, the setting change effect may be performed by making the movement of the object different.

Further, the setting change effect may be performed constantly while the standby screen is being displayed, or may be performed sporadically at regular or random timings.
Further, the setting change effect may be performed when the player is sitting in front of the pachinko machine 50 (attended state) during the standby state. Specifically, for example, when someone is touching the launch handle 64 during the standby state, it may be regarded as a seated state. In this case, the main control device 80 may acquire the touch signal from the launch handle 64 via the launch control device 84 and the payout control device 81, and determine whether or not the user is in the seated state based on the touch signal. ..

In addition to this, a case where cash is inserted into the CR unit 56 or an IC card is inserted into the CR unit 56 may be regarded as a presence state. In this case, the main control device 80 can acquire the signal from the CR unit 56 via the CR unit terminal plate 24 and the payout control device 81, and determine whether or not the user is in the seated state based on the signal. Conceivable.
The main control device 80 may transmit a command indicating whether or not the user is present to the sub-integrated control device 83. Then, the sub-integrated control device 83 may grasp whether or not the user is in the present state based on the command, and if the sub-integrated control device 83 is in the present state, may perform a setting change effect.

Further, the setting change effect on the standby screen is performed at different frequencies in each case of setting increase, setting decrease, and no setting change, as in the setting change effect in the look-ahead effect. Of course, it may be performed at the same frequency in each case or in any two of these cases.
Further, the setting change effect on the standby screen may be performed in a manner corresponding to the setting difference due to the setting change, as in the setting change effect in the look-ahead effect, and further, if the setting difference is the same, the setting is increased. In the case of lowering the setting, the same or substantially the same mode may be used.

Further, as in the setting change effect in the look-ahead effect, in the setting change effect on the standby screen, the first setting change effect and the second setting which are substantially the same as the setting change effect when the setting difference due to the setting change is the same. A change effect may be provided. When the setting is increased, the first setting change effect is performed more frequently than the second setting change effect, and when the setting is decreased, the second setting change effect is performed more frequently than the first setting change effect. It may be done in.

(4) Standby Screen Display Process Next, the standby screen display process of the second embodiment will be described (FIG. 23). This process is called from the main routine.
In S1300, the main control device 80 determines whether or not to shift to the standby state. Specifically, for example, the main control device 80 may determine whether or not the game ball is fired based on a signal from a detection switch provided at the out port of the game board or the like. Then, when the state in which the game ball is not fired continues for a predetermined period, it may be determined that the state shifts to the standby state. Further, for example, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the player is touching the firing handle 64 based on the touch signal, and waits when the state of not touching the firing handle 64 continues for a predetermined period of time. It may be determined that the state shifts. When the main control device 80 shifts to the standby state (S1300: Yes), the main control device 80 shifts to S1305, and when it does not shift to the standby state (S1300: No), the main control device 80 ends this process.

In S1305, the main control device 80 determines whether or not the effect period has elapsed from the time when the last RAM clearing process was executed, in the same manner as in S1105 of the look-ahead determination process. Then, when an affirmative determination is obtained (S1305: Yes), the process proceeds to S1310, and when a negative determination is obtained (S1305: No), the process proceeds to S1330.
In S1330, the main control device 80 clears the change flag and transmits a command instructing the display of the normal standby screen to the sub-integrated control device 83 (S1335) to end this process.

On the other hand, in S1310, the main control device 80 determines the value of the change flag. Then, when the change flag is 0 (when the setting is not changed), it is set to S1315, when the change flag is 2 (when the setting is increased), it is set to S1320, and when the change flag is 1 (when the setting is lowered). ), The process proceeds to S1325.
In S1315 to S1325, as in S1115 to S1125, the main control device 80 determines that the setting change effect is performed when the lottery is won. As an example, the winning probability P0 of the lottery in S1315 (lottery when there is no setting change) is 35%, and the winning probability P2 of the lottery in S1320 (lottery when the setting is increased) is 70%. Yes, the winning probability P1 of the lottery (lottery in the case of lower setting) in S1325 may be 25%. Of course, the winning probability in each case is not limited to this, and P2>P0> P1 may be sufficient. Further, the magnitude relation of the winning probability in each case is not limited to this, and may be, for example, P2>P1> P0. Further, for example, when P0 = 0, that is, when there is no setting change, the setting change effect may not be performed.

When the main control device 80 decides to perform the setting change effect, it transmits a command instructing the display of the standby screen and the setting change effect to the sub-integrated control device 83, and ends this process. On the other hand, if the main control device 80 does not decide to perform the setting change effect, the main control device 80 transmits a command instructing the display of the standby screen to the sub integrated control device 83, and ends this process.
[effect]
According to the pachinko machine 50 of the second embodiment, the same effect as that of the second embodiment can be obtained.

[Modification example]
In the setting change effect in the look-ahead effect in the first and second embodiments, the setting change effect is performed in different modes depending on whether the setting difference due to the setting change is X steps or more and less than X steps. As an example, X = 2. Further, when the probability setting after the setting change becomes the maximum value, the setting change effect is performed in a mode different from other cases.

However, in the look-ahead effect and the setting change effect on the standby screen, regardless of whether the probability setting after the setting change is the maximum value, the setting difference is different depending on whether the setting difference is X steps or more and less than X steps. You may perform a setting change effect. Further, regardless of the setting difference, the setting change effect may be performed in different modes depending on whether the probability setting after the setting change is the maximum value or not.

Further, the setting change effect may be performed in different modes depending on whether the setting difference due to the setting change is X steps or more and the setting is increased or not. At this time, if the probability setting after the setting change becomes the maximum value, the setting change effect may be performed in a mode different from other cases.
Further, in the first embodiment, in the look-ahead effect, the setting change effect is performed with different probabilities (frequency) depending on whether the setting is increased or not. Further, in the second embodiment, during the look-ahead effect and the display of the standby screen, the setting change effect is performed with different probabilities depending on whether the setting is increased, the setting is not changed, or the setting is decreased.

However, during the look-ahead effect or the display of the standby screen, the setting change effect is performed with different probabilities depending on whether the setting difference due to the setting change is X steps or more (Case A) and less than X steps (Case B). You may. In case A, the setting change effect may be performed with a higher probability than in case B, and conversely, in case B, the setting change effect may be performed with a higher probability than in case A. good.

Further, during the look-ahead effect or the display of the standby screen, the setting change effect is performed with different probabilities depending on whether the probability setting after the setting change is the highest value (case C) or not (case D). Is also good. In case C, the setting change effect may be performed with a higher probability than in case D, and conversely, in case D, the setting change effect may be performed with a higher probability than in case C. good.

It should be noted that the setting change effect may be performed in the case C and the case D with different probabilities while the setting change effect is performed in the case A and the case B with different probabilities.
Further, during the look-ahead effect or the display of the standby screen, the setting difference due to the setting change is X steps or more, and the setting is set with different probabilities depending on whether the setting is increased (case E) or not (case F). A change effect may be performed. In case E, the setting change effect may be performed with a higher probability than in case F, and conversely, in case F, the setting change effect may be performed with a higher probability than in case E. good.

It should be noted that the setting change effect may be performed in the case C and the case D with different probabilities while the setting change effect is performed in the case E and the case F with different probabilities.
In addition, X = 2 may be set. Of course, the value of X is not limited to this, and can be various values such as 3, 4, 5, and 6.
[Other Embodiments]
(1) The hold effect in the first and second embodiments is performed by displaying the hold symbol on the effect symbol display device 6. However, for example, when the hold storage occurs, the hold effect may be performed by causing a display unit such as an LED provided around the effect symbol display device 6 to emit light corresponding to the hold memory.

In such a case, it is conceivable to perform a look-ahead effect by changing the color of the display unit or blinking the display unit. Furthermore, the setting change effect can be performed by changing the color of the display unit on which the look-ahead effect is performed to a different color, blinking the display unit, or changing the blinking cycle of the display unit. Conceivable.
(2) Further, in the first and second embodiments, the setting change effect can be performed by changing the reserved symbol in the state where the look-ahead effect is not performed in the same manner as the setting change effect in the look-ahead effect. Conceivable.

In addition, the setting change effect is not limited to the look-ahead effect, the standby screen, etc. It is conceivable to do it in the production. Therefore, the pachinko machine 50 of the first and second embodiments is not limited to the so-called digital pachinko machine that determines the hit / fail according to the entry of the ball at the starting port, but also various types of pachinko machines. The setting change effect can be performed in the same manner as in the first and second embodiments.

Further, the setting change effect may be performed, for example, by causing various LEDs and lamps 26 to emit light in a special manner, or by outputting a special sound from the speaker 66. Of course, even in such a case, if the setting difference is the same, the setting change effect may be performed in the same or substantially the same manner.
(3) Further, in the rotating drum type gaming machine, the setting change effect suggesting that the setting has been changed may be performed in the same manner as the pachinko machine 50 of the first and second embodiments. Specifically, for example, it is conceivable to perform a setting change effect by the mode when the reel is rotated or by the effect on the effect screen.

(4) Further, in the first and second embodiments, it is possible to change the setting of the winning probability in the winning / failing judgment of the special figure, but the setting is not limited to this, and the winning probability in the winning / failing judgment of the ordinary figure is changed. It may be possible. Then, in the same manner as in the first and second embodiments, a setting change effect suggesting that the setting has been changed may be performed.
(5) Further, in the first and second embodiments, the setting is changed when the RAM is cleared, but the setting is not limited to this, and a predetermined operation is performed, for example, when the power is turned on. The setting may be changed by performing the setting change process or the effect period setting process when a predetermined operation is performed during the standby state or when the setting is broken.

In addition to this, for example, an operation signal from an operation unit such as a touch panel provided on the screen of the effect symbol display device 6 may be input to the main control device 80. The effect button 67 and the jog dial 68 may be configured as the operation unit. Then, when the main control device 80 receives a predetermined operation via the operation unit, the switch provided on the back side of the game board 2, or the like, the main control device 80 shifts to the setting change mode and issues a command to the sub integrated control device 83. The effect symbol display device 6 may display a setting change screen for transmitting and instructing an operation for changing the setting. Then, the main control device 80 may change the setting according to the operation received via the operation unit while the setting change screen is displayed.

[Correspondence with claims]
The correspondence between the terms used in the description of the above-described embodiment and the terms used in describing the scope of claims is shown.
The pachinko machine 50 in the first and second embodiments is an example of a game machine and a ball game machine, the effect symbol display device 6 is an example of a display unit, and the sub-integrated control device 83 and the effect symbol control device 82 are the effect means. As an example, the setting switch 16 corresponds to an example of the setting means.

Further, the hit / fail judgment of the first and second special figures corresponds to an example of a lottery, and the setting change effect corresponds to an example of suggestion of a change in probability. In addition, various benefits given to the player when winning the special figure, such as the probability change mode, the time saving mode, the special game, the prize ball given by the prize ball given by the special game, etc. , Corresponds to an example of game value.
Further, S200 and S210 of the setting change processing of the first embodiment correspond to an example of the setting means, and S200, S210 and S215 correspond to an example of the determination means. Further, S55 and S60 of the main routine correspond to an example of the game means. Further, S520 and S525 of the look-ahead determination process correspond to an example of the effect means.

Further, S1000 and S1010 of the setting change processing of the second embodiment correspond to an example of the setting means, and S1000, S1010 and S1015 correspond to an example of the determination means. Further, S1115 to S1125 of the look-ahead determination process and S1315 to S1325 of the standby screen display process correspond to an example of the effect means.

1 ... Game board, 3 ... Game area, 4 ... Game nail, 6 ... Directional symbol display device, 7 ... Normal symbol display device, 8 ... Normal figure hold number display device, 11 ... 1st start port, 11a ... 1st start Port SW, 12 ... 2nd starting port, 12a ... 2nd starting port SW, 12b ... General electric accessory solenoid, 14 ... Grand prize opening, 14a ... Count SW, 14b ... Large winning port solenoid, 17 ... Normal symbol operating gate , 17a ... Normal symbol operation SW, 50 ... Pachinko machine, 80 ... Main control device, 81 ... Payout control device, 82 ... Directional symbol control device, 83 ... Sub integrated control device.

Claims (1)

A lottery that wins with a predetermined probability is performed, and when the lottery is won, a game means that gives the player a predetermined game value and a game means.
An effect means for performing an effect related to the lottery and notifying the result of the lottery in the effect.
A setting means that determines the probability according to the operation, and
A determination means for determining whether or not the probability has been changed by the setting means is provided.
The production means
When it is determined by the determination means that the probability has been changed, the display unit used for the effect is used to suggest the change in the probability.
After it is determined by the determination means that the probability has been changed, the change of the probability is not suggested when a predetermined effect period elapses, and when the probability is the highest probability, the mode of the suggestion is set to the other probabilities. Different from the time ,
A gaming machine characterized in that the higher the probability is, the shorter the effect period is.

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