JP2007190144A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To improve players' interests in the shift to the game state pertaining to a high probability state. <P>SOLUTION: A mission performance for counting apples 95 as images undergoing a prescribed counting is carried out without informing whether the game is controlled to the high probability state over a plurality of times of variable display. When the game is controlled to the high probability state, the first counting performance is carried out to show that the total number of applies 95 counted reaches a set value for the probability variation at a higher ratio than that when the game is not controlled to the high probability state. Only when the variable display is carried out as determined to be controlled to the jackpot game state, the second counting performance is carried out to show that the total number of the apples 95 counted reaches a jackpot set value. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2007,JPO&INPIT

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine and a coin gaming machine, and in particular, includes a variation display device that performs variation display of a plurality of types of identification information that can each be identified and derives and displays a display result. The present invention relates to a gaming machine that is controlled to a specific gaming state that is advantageous to a player when a display result of a variation display of the identification information in a device becomes a predetermined specific display result.

  Generally known as this type of gaming machine is provided with a variable display device that displays a variation of a plurality of types of identification information that can be identified by each of symbols, etc., and derives and displays a display result. A pachinko machine controlled to a specific gaming state (hit game state) advantageous to the player when the display result of the variation display of the identification information on the display device becomes a predetermined specific display result (a combination of jackpot symbols) There is a gaming machine. Some of these gaming machines are controlled to a high probability state in which the probability that the display result of the variable display becomes the specific display result is higher than that in the normal state after the specific game state ends.

In some of such gaming machines, there is a certain effect indicating whether or not it is controlled to a high probability state as follows. For example, as a first example of performing such an effect, a dummy effect pattern that performs display control in the same display manner as when controlled in the short-time state is executed when controlled in a high probability state. (Patent Document 1). Further, as a second example of performing such an effect, when the variable display device is performing variable display of a special symbol, a display effect that increases or decreases a privilege is executed, and a high probability state (probability change) is performed. There is also a display effect that increases the number of privileges in order to notify that it is in a state (Patent Document 2).
JP 2004-208902 A (paragraph number 0198) Japanese Patent Laying-Open No. 2005-237744 (FIG. 10, paragraph numbers 0104,0168)

  However, with regard to the conventional gaming machine described above, due to the following problems, it has not been possible to give the player much interest in the effects relating to the transition of the gaming state. In the gaming machine of the first example described above, the presentation control is performed in the same display mode as when the time-short state is controlled when the high-probability state is controlled. For example, the gaming of the second example Since the expectation for the high probability state does not change as the expectation for the high probability state changes due to the increase or decrease in the number of benefits on the machine, Couldn't get much interest in players. In addition, in the gaming machine of the second example described above, when a high probability state is entered, a preliminary notification that a high probability state is obtained when the number of benefits exceeds a specified value during variable display is performed. By the notification, the player can grasp whether or not the subsequent gaming state is a high probability state. For this reason, in the gaming machine of the second example, it has not been possible to give the player much interest by directing whether or not it is controlled to a high probability state.

  The present invention has been conceived in view of such a situation, and an object of the present invention is to improve the interest of a player by directing the transition of a gaming state related to a high probability state.

Specific examples of means for solving the problems and their effects

(1) A variable display device (variable display device 9) is provided that performs variable display of a plurality of types of identification information (decorative symbols) each identifiable and derives and displays a display result. When the display result of the variable display becomes a predetermined specific display result (big hit display result), a gaming machine (pachinko gaming machine 1) controlled to a specific gaming state (big hit gaming state) advantageous to the player There,
Whether to control to the specific gaming state and whether to control to a high probability state (high probability state) in which the probability that the display result of the variable display becomes the specific display result is higher than the normal state after the specific gaming state ends Pre-determining means (game controlling microcomputer 560, S25 in FIG. 16, S41 in FIG. 17) for determining whether or not to display and display the display result of the variable display;
In the variable display device, a display (item count effect in FIG. 10) is performed to count a predetermined count target image without notifying whether or not the high probability state is controlled over a plurality of variable displays. Image counting effect means (effect control microcomputer 800, S231, S232, S234, S237 in FIG. 26, S250, S251 in FIG. 27, S261-S280 in FIG. 28, S291-S296 in FIG. 29),
The image counting effect means
When being controlled to the high probability state, it is determined to increase the item count value at a higher rate than when not being controlled to the high probability state (in the non-probable state, S278 in FIG. 28). The item count value does not exceed the probability change set value due to S280, S281, and when it is decided to increase the item count value according to S267 in Fig. 28 in the probability change state, the item count value is definitely changed according to S269, S274. The first count effect means performs a first count effect (FIG. 10G) in which the counted value of the counted image to be counted reaches a first count value (probability setting value). (S263 to S280 in FIG. 28, S235 and S237 in FIG. 26, S291 to S296 in FIG. 29),
The second count value in which the count value of the counted image to be counted exceeds the first count value only when the variable display determined to be controlled to the specific gaming state by the predetermining means is performed. (When the 15R big hit is reached, the result is S261 in FIG. 28, S262 is executed and the item count value becomes the big hit set value, and when the 15R big hit is not reached, the item count becomes N in S261. Even if it is decided to increase the value, the item count value does not become the big hit set value by S273, S282, or S280, S281.) The second counting effect (FIG. 10 (i)) Counting production means (S261-S280 in FIG. 28, S235, S237 in FIG. 26, S291-S296 in FIG. 29).

  According to such a structure, the display which counts a predetermined | prescribed count object image is performed, without alerting | reporting whether it is controlled to the high probability state over several times of fluctuation display. When the high probability state is controlled, a first counting effect is performed in which the count value of the counted target image reaches the first count value at a higher rate than when the high probability state is not controlled. Only when the variable display determined to be controlled to the specific gaming state is performed, the second count effect in which the count value of the counted count target image reaches the second count value exceeding the first count value is provided. Done. As a result, the expectation for the high probability state can be varied according to the count value of the count target image, and the expectation for the specific gaming state can be varied, thereby improving the interest of the player. be able to. And since the 1st count production and the 2nd count production are performed based on the count value of the same count object picture, it is interested in the player to the production contents of how many count object images can be counted. Can be made. In this way, the player's interest can be improved by producing the transition of the gaming state related to the high probability state.

(2) A variable display device (variable display device 9) is provided that performs variable display of a plurality of types of identification information (decorative symbols) each identifiable and derives and displays a display result. When the display result of the variable display becomes a predetermined specific display result (big hit display result), a gaming machine (pachinko gaming machine 1) controlled to a specific gaming state (big hit gaming state) advantageous to the player There,
Whether to control to the specific gaming state and whether to control to a high probability state (high probability state) in which the probability that the display result of the variable display becomes the specific display result is higher than the normal state after the specific gaming state ends Pre-determining means (game controlling microcomputer 560, S25 in FIG. 16, S41 in FIG. 17) for determining whether or not to display and display the display result of the variable display;
In the variable display device, a display for counting a predetermined first count target image and a second count target image without notifying whether or not the high probability state is controlled over a plurality of variable displays. (Item count effect in FIG. 33) Image count effect means (effect control microcomputer 800, S231, S232, S234, S237 in FIG. 26, S250, S251 in FIG. 27, S261a to S283a in FIG. 35, FIG. 29) S291 to S296),
The image counting effect means
When controlled to the high probability state, it is determined that the item count value is increased by S278a in FIG. 35 at a higher rate than when not controlled to the high probability state. S280a, S280b, the item count value does not exceed the probability variation set value, and in the probability variation state, if it is determined to increase the item count value by S267a in Fig. 35, the probability variation item count value is determined by S269a, S274a. The first count effect (FIG. 33 (g)) in which the counted value of the counted first count target image reaches the first count value (probability setting value). Counting presentation means (S263a to S280a in FIG. 35, S235 and S237 in FIG. 26, S291 to S296 in FIG. 29),
Only when the variable display determined to be controlled to the specific gaming state by the pre-determining means is performed, the counted value of the second counting target image becomes the second counted value (big hit set value). 35. When it reaches 15R big hit, it becomes Y in S261a of FIG. 35 and S262a is executed and the big hit item count value becomes the big hit set value. When 15R big hit is not reached, it becomes N in S261a and increases the big hit item count value. Even if it is decided, the big hit item count value does not become the big hit set value by S282a or S284a.) Second counting production means for performing the second counting production (FIG. 33 (i)) is included ( 35 (S261a to S283a in FIG. 35, S235 and S237 in FIG. 26, and S291 to S296 in FIG. 29).

  According to such a configuration, the predetermined first count target image and the second count target image are counted without notifying whether or not the high probability state is controlled over a plurality of variable displays. Display is performed. A first count effect in which the count value of the counted first count target image reaches the first count value at a higher rate when controlled to the high probability state than when not controlled to the high probability state Is performed, and only when the variable display determined to be controlled to the specific gaming state is performed, the second count effect in which the count value of the counted second count target image reaches the second count value is performed. . Accordingly, the expectation for the high probability state can be varied according to the count value of the first count target image, and the expectation for the specific gaming state can be determined according to the count value of the second count target image. Since the degree can be varied, the interest of the player can be improved. And since the 1st count production and the 2nd count production are performed based on the count value of the count object picture which is different, it is interested in the player to the production contents of how many count object images can be counted. You can have it. In this way, the player's interest can be improved by producing the transition of the gaming state related to the high probability state.

(3) It further includes a start area (variable winning ball apparatus 15) that is provided in the game area (game area 7) and that satisfies a predetermined start condition when a game medium (game ball) enters.
The variable display device performs the variable display based on the establishment of the start condition (S21N in FIG. 16),
The pre-determining means controls the high probability state after completion of the specific gaming state, and sets the high probability high entry state (high probability high base) in which the game medium is set to enter the starting area more easily than the normal state. A normal probability high entry state (low) that is set so that the game medium is more likely to enter the starting area than the normal state without being controlled to the high probability state after the end of the specific gaming state. Decide whether to control to the (highly accurate base state) (S41 in FIG. 17),
The image counting effect means is controlled to the normal probability high approach state after the specific gaming state is finished and when the high probability high approach state is controlled after the specific gaming state is finished in the specific gaming state. In each case, display for counting the counting target images is started after the specific gaming state is ended (S341, S351 to S360 in FIG. 32).

  According to such a configuration, the display for counting the counting target image after the specific gaming state is ended, both when controlled to the high probability high approach state and when controlled to the normal probability high approach state. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the player from knowing whether or not the high-probability state is controlled from the difference in the trigger for starting the display for counting the count target images.

(4) The normal probability high approach state is ended when a predetermined number (100 times) of change display is executed after the end of the specific gaming state (S188 in FIG. 22, S154, S155 in FIG. 19),
The image counting effect means ends the display for counting the counting target images when the predetermined number of times (100 times) of the variable display is executed after the end of the specific gaming state (S358 in FIG. 32, FIG. 30 S308, S309).

  According to such a configuration, since the high-probability approach state is ended when a predetermined number of fluctuation displays are executed after the end of the specific gaming state, an excessively advantageous state for the player is prevented from being continued. be able to. Furthermore, since the display for counting the count target images is ended when a predetermined number of variable displays are executed after the end of the specific gaming state, the display for counting the count target images is in an advantageous state for the player. The player can feel what is being done.

(5) It further includes a start area (variable winning ball device 15) that is provided in the game area (game area 7) and that satisfies a predetermined start condition when a game medium (game ball) enters.
The variable display device performs the variable display based on the establishment of the start condition (S21N in FIG. 16),
The pre-determining means controls the high probability state after the end of the specific gaming state, and the high probability normal entry state (high level) in which the ease of entering the game medium into the starting area is set to be the same as the normal state. (S41 in FIG. 17)
The image counting effect means is provided after completion of the specific gaming state controlled to the high-probability normal entry state after completion of the specific gaming state and when a predetermined condition that the gaming state does not shift is satisfied (after completion of the small hit) Then, display for counting the counting target images is started (S341N, S349N, S351 to S360 in FIG. 32).

  According to such a configuration, the display for counting the count target images is performed not only in the high probability normal entry state advantageous for the player but also in the normal state disadvantageous for the player. It can be prevented from lowering.

(6) A first achievement condition for the first count effect means to perform the first count effect and a second for the second count effect means to perform the second count effect. Achievement condition selection means (S356 in FIG. 32) for selecting at least one of the achievement conditions from among a plurality of types of achievement conditions;
Each of the first achievement condition and the second achievement condition selected by the achievement condition selection means is notified to the player (FIG. 10 (e), FIG. 33 (e)) notification means (S360 in FIG. 32) ).

  According to such a configuration, the first achievement condition for the first count effect to be performed, and the second achievement condition for the second count effect to be performed by the second count effect means Is selected from a plurality of types of achievement conditions, and each of the selected first achievement condition and second achievement condition is notified to the player, so what achievement condition is selected. The player can be interested in what to do.

  (7) The display for counting the counting target image performed by the image counting effect means is a display indicating that the counting target image is added and a display indicating that the counting target image is subtracted (FIG. 11, FIG. 34).

  According to such a configuration, the display for counting the counting target image is a display indicating that the counting target image is added and a display indicating that the counting target image is subtracted. Since both addition and subtraction can be performed, it is possible to improve the interest of display for counting the images to be counted.

  Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. Note that a pachinko gaming machine is shown as an example of a gaming machine, but the present invention is not limited to a pachinko gaming machine, and may be other gaming machines such as a coin gaming machine. A variation display device that performs variation display and derives and displays a display result is provided, which is advantageous to the player when the display result of variation display of the identification information in the variation display device becomes a predetermined specific display result. Any gaming machine may be used as long as it is controlled to a specific gaming state.

[First Embodiment]
First, the overall configuration of a pachinko gaming machine that is an example of a gaming machine will be described. FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine 1 as seen from the front, and FIG. 2 is a front view showing the front of the game board.

  The pachinko gaming machine 1 includes an outer frame (not shown) formed in a vertically long rectangular shape and a game frame attached to the inside of the outer frame so as to be openable and closable. Further, the pachinko gaming machine 1 has a glass door frame 2 formed in a frame shape that is provided in the game frame so as to be opened and closed. The game frame includes a front frame (not shown) installed to be openable and closable with respect to the outer frame, a mechanism plate to which mechanism parts and the like are attached, and various parts attached to them (excluding a game board described later). Is a structure including

  As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko gaming machine 1 has a glass door frame 2 formed in a frame shape. On the lower surface of the glass door frame 2, there is a hitting ball supply tray (upper plate) 3 for storing game balls (hitting balls) as game media. Below the hit ball supply tray 3, there are provided an extra ball receiving tray 4 for storing game balls that cannot be accommodated in the hit ball supply tray 3 and a hit ball operation handle (operation knob) 5 for firing game balls. A game board 6 is detachably attached to the back surface of the glass door frame 2. The game board 6 is a structure including a plate-like body constituting the game board 6 and various components attached to the plate-like body. A game area 7 is formed on the front surface of the game board 6.

  Near the center of the game area 7, there is provided a variable display device (decorative symbol display device) 9 including a plurality of variable display regions each displaying a decorative symbol for effect. In addition, a special symbol display device (special symbol display device) 8 that variably displays special symbols as a plurality of types of identification information that can be distinguished from each other is provided at the top of the variable display device 9. The fluctuation display device 9 has, for example, three fluctuation display areas (symbol display areas) of “left”, “middle”, and “right”. The variable display device 9 displays decorative symbols as decorative information as a plurality of types of identification information that can be distinguished during the variable symbol display period of the special symbols by the special symbol indicator 8. To do. The variable display device 9 is controlled by an effect control microcomputer 800 (see FIG. 4) mounted on an effect control board 80 described later. Since the display portion of the special symbol display 8 is small, the variation display mode and the display result of the variation display are difficult to see compared with the variation display device 9, so the player mainly pays attention to the variation display device 9.

  The special symbol display 8 is realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7-segment LED) capable of variably displaying numbers 0 to 9, for example. The special symbol display 8 may be configured to display various numbers such as 0 to 99 in a variable manner in order to make it difficult for the player to grasp the type of winning. The variable display device 9 is realized by an image display device including a liquid crystal display device. The variation display device 9 displays a variation of the decorative symbol during the variation display period of the special symbol by the special symbol indicator 8.

  In the present embodiment, an example in which the liquid crystal display device is used as the variable display device 9 will be described. However, the present invention is not limited to this. Other image display type display devices, such as those utilizing the above, may be used.

  Below the variable display device 9 are provided four special symbol hold memory indicators 18 for displaying the number of memorized valid winning balls that have entered the start winning opening 14, that is, the number of hold memories (also referred to as start memory or start prize memory). It has been. The special symbol hold memory display 18 displays up to four hold memory numbers in the order of winning. The special symbol hold memory display 18 increases the stored data in the hold memory by 1 and increases the number of lit LEDs by 1 every time there is a start winning in the start winning opening 14. Each time the special symbol display 8 starts the variable display, the special symbol storage memory display 18 decreases the storage data of the storage by 1 and decreases the number of LEDs in the lit state by 1 (that is, one LED Is turned off. Specifically, the special symbol hold storage display 18 shifts the lighting state every time the special symbol display 8 starts the variable display. In this example, an upper limit number (up to 4) is provided for the number of reserved storage by winning to the start winning opening 14. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the upper limit number of the reserved storage number may be a value of 4 or more, or may be a value less than 4.

  Below the variable display device 9, a variable winning ball device 15 having a start winning port 14 is provided. The variable winning ball apparatus 15 is provided with a pair of left and right movable pieces in such a manner that it can be opened and closed. The movable piece of the variable winning ball device 15 is driven by the solenoid 16 to be in an open state for a predetermined period when an opening condition described later is satisfied. When the movable piece of the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is in the open state, it becomes easy for the game ball to win the start winning opening 14 (easy to start winning), and a state advantageous to the player (first state). . On the other hand, when the movable piece of the variable winning ball device 15 is in the closed state, it becomes difficult for the game ball to win the start winning opening 14 (it becomes difficult to start winning), and a disadvantageous state for the player (second state). It becomes. The winning ball that has entered the start winning opening 14 is guided to the back of the game board 6 and detected by the start opening switch 14a.

  A special variable winning ball apparatus 20 using an opening / closing plate that is opened and closed by a solenoid 21 is provided below the variable winning ball apparatus 15. The special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is provided with a big winning opening that is opened and closed by an opening / closing plate, and the opening / closing plate is controlled to an open state (first state) advantageous to the player in the big hit gaming state, and the big hit gaming state In other states, the open / close plate is controlled to a closed state (second state) that is disadvantageous to the player. As described above, the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 satisfies the release condition when it enters the big hit gaming state. The winning ball that has won the special variable winning ball device 20 is detected by the count switch 23.

  When the game ball passes through the gate 32 and is detected by the gate switch 32a, the variable symbol display on the normal symbol display 10 which displays a variable symbol as a plurality of types of identification information is started. In this embodiment, the left and right lamps (the symbols can be visually recognized at the time of lighting) are turned on alternately to perform the variable display. When the stop symbol on the normal symbol display 10 is a predetermined symbol (winning symbol), the opening condition of the variable winning ball device 15 is established, and the variable winning ball device 15 is opened for a predetermined number of times. Become. In the vicinity of the normal symbol display 10, there is provided a normal symbol start memory display 41 having a display unit with four LEDs for displaying the number of effective passing spheres that have passed through the gate 32, that is, the start passing memory number. Yes. Every time there is a game ball passing through the gate 32, the memory data of the start passage memory is incremented by 1, and the normal symbol start memory display 41 increments the LED to be lit by 1. Each time the variable display on the normal symbol display 10 is started, the stored data of the start passage memory is reduced by 1, and the LED to be lit is reduced by 1.

  The game board 6 is provided with a plurality of winning holes 29, 30, 33, and 39. The winning of the game balls to the winning ports 29, 30, 33, 39 is detected by the winning port switches 29a, 30a, 33a, 39a, respectively. Each winning opening 29, 30, 33, 39 constitutes a winning area provided in the game board 6 as an area for accepting game balls and allowing winning. The start winning opening 14 and the big winning opening also constitute a winning area that accepts game balls and allows winning. Decorative lamps 25 blinking and displayed during the game are provided around the left and right sides of the game area 7, and an outlet 26 for absorbing a game ball that has not won a prize is provided at the bottom. Two speakers 27 that emit sound effects are provided on the left and right upper portions outside the game area 7. On the outer periphery of the game area 7, a top frame lamp 28a, a left frame lamp 28b, and a right frame lamp 28c are provided. Further, a decoration LED is installed around each structure (such as a big prize opening) in the game area 7. The top frame lamp 28a, the left frame lamp 28b, the right frame lamp 28c, and the decorative LED are examples of a decorative light emitter provided in the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  In this example, a prize ball lamp 51 that is lit during award ball payout is provided in the vicinity of the left frame lamp 28b, and a ball break lamp 52 that is lit when the supply ball is cut in the vicinity of the right frame lamp 28c. Is provided. Further, a prepaid card unit (hereinafter referred to as “card unit”) 50 that enables lending a ball by inserting a prepaid card is installed adjacent to the pachinko gaming machine 1. Various light emitting means such as a prize ball lamp 51, a ball break lamp 52, a decoration lamp 25, a top frame lamp 28a, a left frame lamp 28b, and a right frame lamp 28c are controlled to be lit (lamp control) by a lamp driver board 35 described later. . Further, sound generation control (sound control) from the speaker 27 is performed by an audio output board 70 described later.

  The card unit 50 includes, for example, a usable display lamp that indicates whether or not the card unit 50 is in a usable state, a connection table direction indicator that indicates which side of the pachinko gaming machine 1 corresponds to the card unit 50, and a card. Check the card insertion indicator lamp indicating that a card has been inserted into the unit 50, the card insertion slot into which the card as a recording medium is inserted, and the mechanism of the card reader / writer provided on the back of the card insertion slot. A card unit lock is provided for releasing the card unit 50 in the case of doing so.

  A game ball launched from the ball striking device by the player's operation enters the game area 7 through the hit ball rail, and then descends the game area 7. When the game ball enters the start winning opening 14 and is detected by the start opening switch 14a, the special symbol on the special symbol display 8 starts the variable display if the variation display of the symbol can be started. If the symbol display cannot be started, the number of reserved memories is increased by one.

  The variation display of the special symbol on the special symbol display 8 stops when the variation display time set every time the variation display is performed. If the special symbol (stop symbol) at the time of stoppage is a big hit symbol as a specific display result (also referred to as a big hit display result), it becomes a big hit and the game shifts to a big hit gaming state. In the big hit gaming state, the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is opened until a predetermined opening end condition is satisfied. When the opening end condition is satisfied, a continuation right is generated and the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is opened again. The generation of the continuation right is repeated until the number of releases in the big hit gaming state reaches a predetermined upper limit value. Control in which the opening of the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is continuously repeated in this way is called repeated continuation control. In the repeated continuation control, a state in which the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is opened is called a round. The upper limit value of the number of times the continuation right is generated differs depending on the type of jackpot, and is set to a predetermined number such as 15 rounds or 2 rounds.

  In the case of this embodiment, as the types of jackpots, the 15th round jackpot (hereinafter referred to as 15R jackpot) in which the continuation right is established unconditionally until the 15th round is the final round, and the second round is As the final round, a 2 round big hit (hereinafter referred to as 2R big hit) is provided in which the continuation right is unconditionally established until the second round. Thus, in the case of 15R big hit, the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is controlled to be opened 15 times, and in the case of 2R big hit, the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is always opened to be controlled twice. It will be. However, the release end condition at the time of 15R big hit is one of the two conditions, that is, until 30 seconds (predetermined time) elapses after the release, or until 10 (predetermined number) game balls are won. It is established when established. In addition, the release end condition at the time of 2R big hit is one of the two conditions, that is, until 1 second (predetermined time) elapses after the release, or until 10 (predetermined number) game balls are won. It is established when established.

  When the display result of the special symbol when the variable display on the special symbol indicator 8 is stopped is a predetermined special big hit symbol (15R probability variable big hit symbol, 2R probability variable big hit symbol) of the big hit symbols, For a player who has a probability variation state (hereinafter referred to as a probabilistic change state) in which the probability of a big hit after the big hit gaming state is higher than a normal gaming state (a low probability low base state described later) which is a normal state different from the big hit gaming state It becomes an advantageous state. Hereinafter, the probability variation state is also referred to as a high probability state (sometimes abbreviated as a high probability state). Further, the non-probability variation state (state other than the probability variation state) is also referred to as a low probability state (sometimes abbreviated as a low probability state).

  In addition, when the display result of the special symbol when the variable display on the special symbol display 8 is stopped is a predetermined big hit symbol (15R probability variable big hit symbol, 15R short-time big hit symbol) of the big hit symbols, It is controlled to the short state when the fluctuation time is reduced after the big hit gaming state. The short time state means that each of the variable display times (from the start of the change) of the special symbol display 8, the variable display device 9, and the normal symbol display 10 as compared to the normal game state (the low probability low base state described later). This is a control state in which the display result is derived and displayed at an early stage by shortening the display result display time. Furthermore, during the time-shortening state, the probability that the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 becomes a winning symbol is increased, and the opening time of the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is lengthened, and the number of times of opening is increased. In the short-time state, the display time of the fluctuation of the symbol is shortened, so that the number of reserved memories to be described later is exhausted early, and the start winnings that have occurred exceeding the upper limit (for example, “4”) of the number of reserved memories are invalidated. Since it is easy to derive and display the jackpot display result early in the short term, it is easy to derive and display the jackpot display result early, so the display result of the variable display is likely to become the display result of the jackpot symbol from a time efficient viewpoint It becomes a gaming state advantageous to the player. Thereby, in the case of 15R probability variation big hit, after the big hit gaming state, it is controlled to a high probability state and a short time state.

  Also, when considering from the aspect of paying out the game ball according to the winning, in the short time state, the change display time of the normal symbol is shortened compared to the non-time-short state, and the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 becomes the winning symbol. Based on the fact that the probability is increased, the opening time of the variable winning ball device 15 at the time of winning is extended, and the number of opening times of the variable winning ball device 15 at the time of hitting is increased once, it is variable compared to the normal gaming state. The winning ball device 15 is likely to be in an open state. Therefore, in the short-time state, winning in the start winning opening 14 (including both cases where the start winning is valid and invalid) is likely to occur, and therefore, the number of game balls (batted) The ratio of the number of game balls (the number of payout balls) to be paid out as a prize ball according to the winning is larger than the number of the normal game state. In general, the ratio of the number of payout balls by winning to the number of shot balls is called “base”. For example, when there are 40 payout balls with respect to 100 shot balls, the base is 40 (%). In the case of this embodiment, for example, a time-short state having a higher base than a non-time-short state such as a normal gaming state is called a high base state, and conversely, a normal gaming state having a lower base compared to such a high base state Such a non-short-time state is called a low base state.

  If the special symbol on the special symbol display 8 at the time of stoppage is a predetermined small hit symbol, the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is opened twice in the same manner as in the big hit gaming state with 2R probability variable big hit. It becomes a small hit that becomes a hit state (hereinafter referred to as a small hit gaming state). Specifically, in the small hit gaming state, it is set as a predetermined series of operations that the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is opened twice, and such a series of operations is performed only once. Thus, after the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is opened twice, it is closed. More specifically, in the small hit gaming state, after the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is opened for the same time as the first round of 2R probability variable big hit, the interval between the first and second rounds of 2R probability variable big hit. The closed state is set for the same time (1 second) as the time, and further opened for the same time (1 second) as the second round of 2R probability variation big hit. In such a small hit, unlike the case of 2R probability variable big hit, the big hit probability and the base state after the small hit gaming state are the same as the gaming state before the small hit gaming state and do not change.

  The various big hits and small hits shown above may be collectively called hits. Also, the various big hit big hit game states and the small hit game state described above may be collectively referred to as a hit game state. In each of the 2R big hit and the small hit, the winning game state is such that the variable winning ball apparatus 15 is opened for a short time of 1 second, which is a short number of times of 2 times, which is a win for the player. Is difficult to recognize.

  In this embodiment, the 15R big hit mentioned above is a 15R positive change big hit that becomes a probabilistic state and a short time state after the big hit gaming state, a 15R short big hit that becomes a short time state after the big hit gaming state, and a short hit state, and the big hit gaming state A 15R normal big hit that will not be in either a probabilistic state or a short-time state later is provided. In addition, as the 2R big hit described above, a 2R probability change big hit is provided which is not a time-short state after the big hit gaming state but becomes a probability change state. In the following description, when “big hit” is simply indicated without specifying the types of big hits, it is a case where these multiple types of big hits are representatively shown.

  The 15R normal big hit is a big hit that becomes a low-probability state and a low base state by not being in a probable change state after the end of the big hit gaming state and not being in a short-time state. Such a state with a low probability state and a low base state is called a low probability low base state. The 2R probability variation big hit is a big hit that becomes a high probability state and a low base state because it becomes a probable change state after the big hit gaming state ends and does not become a time-short state. Such a state having a high probability state and a low base state is referred to as a high probability low base state. The 15R probability variation big hit is a big hit that becomes a high probability state and a high base state by entering the probability variation state after the big hit gaming state is finished and becoming the time-short state. Such a state with a high probability state and a high base state is referred to as a highly accurate high base state. The 15R hourly big hit is a big hit that becomes a low probability state and a high base state by not being in a probable change state after the big hit gaming state is ended, and becoming in the time shorter state. Such a state having a low probability state and a high base state is referred to as a low probability high base state.

  Whether the probability variation state (high probability state) or the non-probability variation state (low probability state) is determined based on whether or not the probability variation flag, which is a flag set in the probability variation state, is set. . Also, whether the time-short state (high base state) or the non-time-short state (low base state) is determined based on whether or not the time-short flag, which is a flag set in the time-short state, is set. Is done.

  For each of the 15R normal big hit, the 15R positive change big hit, the 2R positive change big hit, and the 15R hour / long big hit, the special symbol big hit display result is predetermined. A special symbol jackpot display result indicating 15R normal jackpot is called a 15R normal jackpot display result. A special symbol jackpot display result indicating 15R probability variation jackpot is called a 15R probability variation jackpot display result. The special symbol jackpot display result indicating the 2R probability variation jackpot is called the 2R probability variation jackpot display result. A special symbol jackpot display result indicating a short jackpot at 15R is referred to as a jackpot display result at 15R.

  In order to enhance the decorative effect of the special symbol variable display on the special symbol display 8, the decorative symbol that is variable displayed in the variable display device 9 is a variable decorative display that has a predetermined relationship with the special symbol variable display. It is a symbol with a special meaning. The predetermined relationship for such symbols includes, for example, the relationship in which the decorative symbol variation display starts when the special symbol variation display is started, and the special symbol display result at the end of the special symbol variation display. This includes a relationship in which the decorative symbol display result is derived and displayed and the decorative symbol variation display is terminated. When a special jackpot symbol is derived and displayed as a display result by the special symbol display 8, the left, middle, and right symbols are constituted by a combination of symbols other than the blue eyes or the black eyes by the variable display device 9. A combination of jackpot symbols that will be the chance to win is derived and displayed as a display result. Here, the chance is a combination of symbols constituted by combinations of symbols other than the above-mentioned slotted eyes, and is determined in advance as a display result that brings a chance to the player. Such a display result of the jackpot symbol by the special symbol and the display result of the combination of the jackpot symbol by the decoration symbol are referred to as a jackpot display result.

  The special symbol display 8 and the fluctuation display device 9 have the correspondence relationship as described above, and therefore, in the following description, they may be collectively referred to as a fluctuation display unit.

  Next, the reach display mode (reach) will be described. The reach display mode (reach) in the present embodiment means that the symbols that have not been stopped when the stopped symbols constitute a part of the jackpot symbol, and that all or This is a state where some symbols are synchronously displayed while constituting all or part of the jackpot symbol.

  For example, in the variable display device 9, an effective line (one effective line in the case of the present embodiment) that becomes a big hit when the symbol stops is determined in advance, and a part of the display area on the effective line is displayed. A state in which the variable display is performed in the display area on the active line that has not been stopped when the predetermined symbol is stopped (for example, the left, middle, and right variable display areas in the variable display device 9). Of these, all or some of the display areas on the valid line) Are displayed in a synchronized manner while constituting all or a part of the jackpot symbol (for example, a variation display is performed in all of the left, middle and right display areas in the variation display device 9, Same state) the variation displayed with the symbol are aligned is made that reach the display mode or reach.

  In addition, during the reach, an unusual performance may be performed with a lamp or sound. This production is called reach production. Further, in the case of reach, a character (an effect display imitating a person or the like, which is different from a design (decoration design etc.)) or a display mode (for example, color etc.) of the background image of the variable display device 9 is displayed. ) May change. This change of character display and background display mode is called reach effect display. In addition, some reach is set so that when it appears, a big hit is likely to occur compared to a normal reach. Such special (specific) reach is called super reach.

  Further, for the variable display device 9, there is a case where a big hit notice, which is a notice effect for notifying that a big hit is given, is performed in the variable display that triggers the generation of the big hit.

  Next, the structure of the back surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 3 is a rear view of the pachinko gaming machine 1 as seen from the back side.

  As shown in FIG. 3, on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1, there are a variable display control unit 49 including an effect control board 80 on which an effect control microcomputer for controlling the variable display device 9 is mounted, a game control microcomputer, and the like. Various boards such as a mounted game control board (main board) 31, an audio output board 70, a lamp driver board (not shown), and a payout control board 37 on which a payout control microcomputer performing ball payout control is mounted. Is installed.

  Further, on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1, a power supply substrate 910 and a touch sensor substrate 91A on which power supply circuits for generating various power supply voltages such as DC30V, DC21V, DC12V, and DC5V are mounted. Most of the power supply substrate 910 overlaps with the main substrate 31, but there is an exposed portion that is exposed so as not to overlap with the main substrate 31. The exposed portion is supplied with the main board 31 and each electrical component control board (the effect control board 80 and the payout control board 37) in the pachinko gaming machine 1 and each electrical component (electric power) provided in the pachinko gaming machine 1. There is provided a power switch as a power supply permission means for executing or shutting off the power supply to the component operating by this. Furthermore, a replaceable fuse is provided inside the power switch at the exposed portion (inside the substrate).

  An electrical component control means including an electrical component control microcomputer is mounted on the electrical component control board. The electrical component control means is an electrical component (game device: ball payout device 970, variation display device 9, lamp) provided in the pachinko gaming machine 1 in accordance with a command signal (control signal) as a command from the game control means or the like. And light emitters such as LEDs, speakers 27, etc.). Hereinafter, the main board 31 may be included in the electric component control board for explanation. In that case, the electrical component control means mounted on the electrical component control board includes a game control means, a means for controlling the electrical components provided in the pachinko gaming machine 1 in accordance with a command signal from the game control means and the like. Each of them. A substrate on which a microcomputer other than the main substrate 31 is mounted may be referred to as a sub-substrate.

  On the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1, a terminal board 160 having terminals for outputting various information to the outside of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is installed above. The terminal board 160 includes at least a ball break terminal for introducing the output of the ball break detection switch 167 and outputting it externally, a prize ball terminal for outputting prize ball information (prize ball number signal) and a ball. A ball lending terminal for externally outputting lending information (ball lending number signal) is provided. Near the center, an information terminal board (information output board) 36 having terminals for outputting various information from the main board 31 to the outside of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is installed.

  The game ball stored in the storage tank 38 passes through a guide rail (not shown), and reaches a ball payout device covered with the payout case 40A through a curve rod. A ball break switch 187 as a game medium break detection means is provided on the upper part of the ball payout device. When the ball break switch 187 detects a ball break, the dispensing operation of the ball dispensing device stops. The ball break switch 187 is a switch for detecting the presence or absence of a game ball in the game ball passage, but the ball break detection switch 167 for detecting the shortage of supply balls in the storage tank 38 is also an upstream portion (in the storage tank 38) of the guide rail. (Proximate part). When the ball break detection switch 167 detects a shortage of game balls, the game balls are replenished to the pachinko gaming machine 1 from the replenishment mechanism provided on the gaming machine installation island.

  When a large number of game balls as prizes based on winning prizes or game balls based on ball lending requests are paid out and the hitting ball supply tray 3 becomes full, the game balls are guided to the surplus ball receiving tray 4 through the surplus ball passage. Further, when the game ball is paid out, a sensing lever (not shown) presses a full tank switch (not shown) as the storage state detection means, and the full tank switch as the storage state detection means is turned on. In this state, the rotation of the payout motor in the ball payout device stops, the operation of the ball payout device stops, and the driving of the hitting ball launching device also stops.

  FIG. 4 is a block diagram illustrating an example of a circuit configuration in the main board 31. 4 also shows a payout control board 37, a lamp driver board 35, an audio output board 70, an interface board 66, a relay board 77, and an effect control board 80 that are mounted on the pachinko gaming machine 1. . The main board (game control board) 31 includes a game control microcomputer 560 that is a basic circuit (corresponding to game control means) for controlling the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to a program, a gate switch 32a, a start port switch 14a, a count The input driver circuit 58 for supplying signals from the switch 23 and the winning opening switches 29a, 30a, 33a, 39a to the game control microcomputer 560, the solenoid 16 for opening and closing the variable winning ball device 15, and the special variable winning ball device 20 An output circuit 59 for driving the solenoid 21 for opening and closing the game machine in accordance with a command from the game control microcomputer 560, and various information signals in accordance with a command from the game control microcomputer 560. The device installed in An information output circuit 53 which is mounted.

  Note that the switches such as the gate switch 32a, the start port switch 14a, the count switch 23, and the winning port switches 29a, 30a, 33a, and 39a may be referred to as sensors. That is, the name of the game medium detection means is not limited as long as it is a game medium detection means (game ball detection means in this example) that can detect a game ball. Each of the start port switch 14a, the count switch 23, and the winning port switches 29a, 30a, 33a, and 39a that perform winning detection is also a winning detection means that detects the winning of the game ball in the winning area.

  Note that even if a pass gate such as the gate 32 is used, if a prize ball is to be paid out, a game ball enters the pass gate, and a winning switch (for example, a switch provided on the pass gate (for example, The gate switch 32a) becomes a winning detection means. Further, the number of game balls won in the big winning opening is detected by the count switch 23. Therefore, the number of game balls won in the special winning opening corresponds to the number detected by the count switch 23.

  The game control microcomputer 560 includes a ROM 54 for storing a program for game control (game progress control), a RAM 55 as storage means (variation data storage means for storing fluctuation data) used as a work memory, and a program. Therefore, the CPU 56 that performs the control operation and the I / O port 506 are included. The game control microcomputer 560 is a one-chip microcomputer. Note that the one-chip microcomputer may include at least the RAM 55 in addition to the CPU 56. Further, the ROM 54 and the I / O port 506 may be externally attached or built in.

  In the game control microcomputer 560, the CPU 56 executes control according to a program stored in the ROM 54. Therefore, what the game control microcomputer 560 described below executes (or performs processing) means that the CPU 56 executes control according to a program. The same applies to microcomputers mounted on substrates other than the main substrate 31. The game control means is realized by a game control microcomputer 560 including a CPU 56.

  The RAM 55 is a backup RAM as a non-volatile storage means that is partially or entirely backed up by a backup power source created on the power supply substrate 910. That is, even when the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stopped, a part of the RAM 55 is kept for a predetermined period (until the backup power supply cannot be supplied because the capacitor as the backup power supply is discharged). Or the entire contents are preserved. In particular, at least data corresponding to the control state of the game (special symbol process flag or the like) and data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls are stored in the RAM 55 as backup data. The data corresponding to the control state is data necessary for restoring the control state before the occurrence of a power failure or the like based on the data when the power is restored after a power failure or the like. Further, data corresponding to the control state and data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls are defined as data indicating the progress state of the game. In this embodiment, it is assumed that the entire storage area of the RAM 55 is backed up.

  A reset signal from the power supply board 910 is input to the reset terminal of the game control microcomputer 560. The reset signal from the power supply board 910 is also input to the reset terminal of the payout control microcomputer. When the reset signal becomes high level, the game control microcomputer 560 and the payout control microcomputer become operable, and when the reset signal becomes low level, the game control microcomputer 560 and the payout control microcomputer stop operating. It becomes a state. Accordingly, during the period in which the reset signal is at a high level, an allowance signal that allows the operation of the game control microcomputer 560 and the payout control microcomputer is output, and during the period in which the reset signal is at a low level, An operation stop signal for stopping the operations of the game control microcomputer 560 and the payout control microcomputer is output. A reset circuit may be mounted on each electric component control board (including the main board 31), or a reset circuit is mounted on one or a plurality of electric component control boards, and a reset signal is output therefrom. You may make it supply to another electric component control board.

  Furthermore, a power-off signal indicating that the power supply voltage from the power supply board 910 has decreased to a predetermined value or less is input to the input port of the game control microcomputer 560 via the payout control board 37. In addition, a clear signal indicating that the clear switch for instructing to clear the contents of the RAM is operated is input to the input port of the game control microcomputer 560.

  The clear signal is branched at the main board 31 and is also supplied to the payout control board 37. The state of the clear signal input by the game control microcomputer 560 via the input port may be output to the payout control board 37 via the output port.

  The game control microcomputer 560 transmits an effect control command (effect control signal) as a control signal for instructing effect control including display control, sound control, and lamp control to the effect control board 80. The effect control board 80 receives an effect control command from the game control microcomputer 560 via the relay board 77, and performs electric component control means such as an effect control microcomputer 800 for performing display control in the variable display device 9. Is installed.

  The effect control microcomputer 800 includes a ROM 84 that stores a display control program and the like, a RAM 85 that is used as a work memory, a CPU 86 that performs a display control operation in accordance with the program, and an I / O port 87. This effect control microcomputer 800 controls various display effects such as variable display of the variable display device 9 according to the effect control command, and the prize ball lamp 51, the ball break lamp 52, the decoration lamp 25, and the top frame lamp. Control relating to various effects including control of 28a, left frame lamp 28b and right frame lamp 28c (lamp control) and game sound generation control (sound control) using the speaker 27 is performed.

  On the effect control board 80, in addition to the effect control microcomputer 800, a VDP, a character ROM, and a VRAM (not shown) are mounted. The VDP is a processing device having a display control function for performing image display and a high-speed drawing function, and performs display control of the variable display device 9. The CPU 86 transmits control data for displaying an image according to the display control command to the VDP according to the received effect control command. Then, in order to display an image according to the control data transmitted as described above, the VDP reads necessary data from the character ROM. The character ROM is for storing image data to be displayed on the decoration variation display device 90 in advance.

  The VDP has a two-dimensional address space independent of the CPU 86, and the VRAM is mapped there. The VDP generates image data to be displayed on the variable display device 9 according to the image data of the character ROM, and the VDP develops the image data in the VRAM. VRAM is a frame buffer memory for expanding image data generated by VDP. The image data developed in the VRAM is output to the variable display device 9.

  The effect control microcomputer 800 outputs a sound such as a sound effect from the speaker 27 by outputting a drive signal of the speaker 27 to the sound output board 70. The effect control microcomputer 800 controls the light emitting means as described above by outputting driving signals for various light emitting means to the lamp driver board 35. Thereby, sound control and light emission control are performed in response to (in synchronization with) the effect display on the variable display device 9.

FIG. 5 is a block diagram showing a detailed circuit configuration of the main board 31.
In addition to the ROM 54, RAM 55, CPU 56, and I / O port 506, the game control microcomputer 560 on the main board 31 includes a clock circuit 501, a reset controller 502 that functions as system reset means, random number circuits 503a and 503b, and A CTC 504 for sending an interrupt request signal to the CPU is incorporated.

  The clock circuit 501 outputs a system clock signal to the CPU 56, and generates a reference clock signal CLK having a predetermined period generated by dividing the system clock signal by a power of 2 (= 128) to each of the random number circuits 503a and 503b. Output. When a low level signal is input for a predetermined period, the reset controller 502 outputs a predetermined initialization signal to the CPU 56 and the random number circuits 503a and 503b to reset the game control microcomputer 560.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 5, the game control microcomputer 560 is equipped with two random number circuits 503a and 503b having different ranges of possible random number values. The random number circuit 503a is a random number circuit (hereinafter also referred to as a 12-bit random number circuit) that generates a 12-bit pseudo-random number. The 12-bit random number circuit 503a has a function of generating a random number having a value in a range that can be generated by 12 bits (that is, a range from 0 to 4095). The random number circuit 503b is a random number circuit (hereinafter also referred to as a 16-bit random number circuit) that generates a 16-bit pseudo-random number. The 16-bit random number circuit 503b has a function of generating a random number having a value in a range that can be generated in 16 bits (that is, a range from 0 to 65535). Of the two random number circuits 503a and 503b, one of the circuits selected in advance is used to generate a random number.

  In this embodiment, the case where the game control microcomputer 560 includes two random number circuits is described. However, the game control microcomputer 560 may include one random number circuit, and may include three or more random number circuits. A random number circuit may be incorporated. In this embodiment, when the 12-bit random number circuit 503a and the 16-bit random number circuit 503b are comprehensively expressed, or when indicating either the 12-bit random number circuit 503a or the 16-bit random number circuit 503b, This is called a random number circuit 503.

  Between the main board 31 and the effect control board 80, eight signal lines CD0 to CD7 for transmitting the effect control command and a signal line for the effect control INT signal for transmitting the strobe signal are provided. ing.

  The effect control microcomputer 800 receives effect control commands from CD0 to CD7 at the capture timing indicated by the effect control INT signal. The effect control microcomputer 800 performs display control of the variable display device 9 and speaker 27 in order to perform display control, sound control and lamp control to be performed in response to the effect indicated by the received effect control command. Drive signals and various lamp drive signals are output. In such a configuration, when effect control is performed based on the effect control command, sound control and lamp control are performed by the effect control microcomputer 800 in accordance with the display control of the variable display device 9. That is, in the effect control microcomputer, the display control of the variation display device 9 is performed based on the effect control command, and the sound control and the lamp control corresponding to the display control content are performed, whereby the display control of the variation display device 9 is performed. The sound control and the lamp control are performed in accordance with (synchronized) production.

  The random number circuit 503 is a hardware circuit that is used to generate a random number for determination for determining whether or not to win a jackpot based on the display results of the special symbol and decorative symbol variation display. The random number circuit 503 updates numerical data in accordance with a set update rule within a numerical range in which an initial value (for example, 0) and an upper limit value (for example, 256) are set. On the basis of the fact that the start winning time generated in (1) is the time of reading (extraction) of the numerical data, it has a random number generation function in which the numerical data to be read becomes a random value.

  The game control microcomputer 560 reads the numerical data from the random number circuit 503 as the random value R1 when the start winning to the start winning opening 14 occurs, and converts the numerical data into the jackpot display result as a specific display result based on the numerical data. It is determined whether or not to make a big hit. When it is determined that the game is a big hit, the gaming state is shifted to a big hit gaming state as a specific gaming state advantageous to the player. Whether the random number generated by the random number circuit 503 is a big hit such as a random number for probability variation determination for determining whether or not to make a probability variation, or a random number for variation pattern determination for determining a variation pattern of a special symbol. It may be used as a random number for determination other than determination.

  The random number circuit 503 includes a selection setting function (initial value selection setting function and upper limit value selection setting function), a numerical data update rule selection setting function, and numeric data update performed by the user. It has various functions such as a rule switching function. With such a function, the random number circuit 503 can improve the randomness of the generated random number.

  The game control microcomputer 560 has a function of setting an initial value of numerical data updated by the random number circuit 503. For example, the game control microcomputer 560 stores the game control microcomputer 560 stored in a predetermined storage area of the RAM 55. Initial value of numerical data that the random number circuit 503 updates numerical data obtained by performing a predetermined calculation using an ID number (an ID number assigned with a different numerical value for each product of the game control microcomputer 560). Set as. Thereby, the randomness of the random number generated by the random number circuit 503 can be further improved. Further, when setting the initial value, by performing a predetermined calculation using the ID number, it is possible to make it difficult to recognize the initial value of the random number only by looking at the ID number of the game control microcomputer 560. Therefore, it is possible to more reliably prevent the transition condition to the big hit state from being illegally established by an action such as generating a capture signal using a radio signal to the pachinko gaming machine 1. Can be improved.

  Next, a random counter as numerical value updating means for updating numerical data using software in order to generate random numbers used for control in the pachinko gaming machine 1 of this embodiment will be described. FIG. 6 is a diagram for explaining a random counter used by the game control microcomputer 560 to generate random numbers used for game control. FIG. 6 shows random counters R2 to R7 as an example of the random counter.

  As described above, whether or not to make a big hit (hit determination) is performed using R1 that is a random value generated by the random number circuit 503 that is a hardware circuit. The random value used is generated using a numerical value updated by software executed by the game control microcomputer 560.

  R2 is a big hit of any of 15R normal big hit, 15R positive variable big hit, 2R positive big hit, and 15R short hit big hit when it is determined in advance that the big hit will be generated by the big hit determination using R1. This is numerical data updating means (random counter) for generating random numbers used for determining the type of jackpot and determining the jackpot symbol of a special symbol. R2 is configured to count up from “0” to “99” which is the upper limit thereof, and to count up again from “0”. This R2 is added and updated by 1 every 2 msec.

  When a valid start prize (start prize in a state where the number of reserved memories has not reached the upper limit number) is detected by the start switch 14a, each of R1 and R2 described above is extracted and the stored data is stored accordingly. Is stored in the RAM 55. For R1, whether or not the extracted value of R1 stored in the RAM 55 matches the predetermined jackpot determination value at the stage before the special symbol display on the special symbol display 8 is started. Is judged. In this determination, if they match, it is determined that the big hit is generated by using the display result of the variable display as the big hit display result, and the aforementioned big hit gaming state is controlled. If they do not match, it is determined that the display result of the variable display is not a big hit. In a low probability state other than the probability variation state, the jackpot determination value is set to one numerical value, for example. In the high probability state that is a probabilistic change state, the big hit judgment value is set to a plurality of numerical values (in this case, the big hit judgment value is set so that the numerical order is not an adjacent numerical value so that the big hit judgment value is not biased). The probability of hitting a jackpot is improved as compared with the low probability state.

  For example, as shown in FIG. 8 described later, the value of R2 is allocated and associated with the type of jackpot gaming state and the type of jackpot symbol of the special symbol. The extracted value of R2 stored as described above is read at a predetermined timing before starting the variable symbol display of special symbols and decorative symbols, and any one of a plurality of predetermined jackpot type / symbol determination values It is judged whether they match. Then, the jackpot type corresponding to the extracted value of R2 is selected and determined as the jackpot generated as a result of the variable display, and the jackpot symbol corresponding to the extracted value of R2 is derived and displayed as a display result in the variation display of the special symbol. Selection is decided. In the case of the present embodiment, the relationship between the big hit type and the special symbol big hit symbol is predetermined in a one-to-one relationship for each of 15R normal big hit, 15R positive variable big hit, 2R positive variable big hit, and 15R hourly big hit. Therefore, the jackpot type and the special jackpot symbol are selected and determined simultaneously according to the extracted value of R2.

  R3 is determined to be out of hit when it is determined that no big hit is generated by the big hit determination using R1, and when it is determined that no small hit is generated by the small hit determination using R7. Numerical data updating means for generating random numbers used to randomly determine which type of outlier symbol is to be displayed as the display result of the variable symbol display of the special symbol indicator 8 when it is predetermined. Random counter). R3 is configured to count up from “0”, count up to its upper limit of “4”, and then count up from “0” again, adding 1 every 2 msec and interrupt processing surplus time. Updated. The value of R3 is assigned and associated with each of the special symbols. R3 is extracted at a predetermined timing before starting the variable symbol display of the special symbol, and the special symbol corresponding to the value of R3 selected by lottery is determined as the off symbol.

  Here, the count-up operation in the remaining interrupt processing time performed in a predetermined random counter such as R3 will be described. The CPU 56 of the game control microcomputer 560 performs various controls by executing periodic interrupt processing. For a certain interrupt processing, after the interrupt processing is executed, the period until the start of the next execution of the interrupt processing is Waiting for interrupt processing. Repeating the random counter addition update process using an infinite loop during the interrupt process surplus time waiting for such interrupt process is called counting up the interrupt process surplus time.

  R4 is a numerical data update means (random) used to generate random numbers used to randomly select and determine a variation pattern that is a variation display pattern of the special symbol display 8 and the variation display device 9 (referred to as variation pattern determination). Counter). R4 is configured to count up from “0”, count up to its upper limit “99”, and count up again from “0”. Added and updated. Based on the relationship between the predetermined count value and the variation pattern based on the value of the counter extracted from R4 at a predetermined timing such as when the variation of the special symbol is started, from among a plurality of types of variation patterns determined in advance. The variation pattern used for variation display is selected and determined. Each variation pattern has a predetermined variation display time (the time from the start of variation display until the display result is derived and displayed, also referred to as variation time). By selecting and determining the variation pattern, The variable display time is selected and determined. Data defining the relationship between the count value of R4 and a plurality of types of variation patterns is set in a variation pattern table stored in the ROM 54.

  When R5 is determined not to generate a big hit by the big hit determination using R1 for the variable display device 9, and when it is determined not to generate a small hit by the small hit determination using R7 That is, when it is determined to be out of place, whether the reach display mode described above is formed during the variable display (hereinafter referred to as “reach out”) or the reach display mode is not formed (hereinafter referred to as non-reach out). It is a numerical data update means (random counter) for reach determination for generating a random number used for determining at random. R5 is configured to count up from “0”, count up to its upper limit “39”, and then count up again from “0”, and add 1 every 2 msec and interrupt processing surplus time. Updated. At the stage before determining the variation pattern, the value of R5 is extracted, and it is determined whether or not the extracted value of R5 matches a predetermined reach determination value. If these values match, it is determined that the reach is out of control, and the reach state is controlled during the variable display in which the display result is out of control. On the other hand, when these values do not coincide with each other, it is determined that the non-reach is out of control, and control is performed not to reach the reach state during the variable display in which the display result is out of place.

  R6 is a numerical data update means (random counter) for generating random numbers used to randomly determine in advance whether or not to generate a hit for the variable display of the normal symbol display 10. R6 is configured to count up from an initial value such as “0”, count up to the upper limit “11”, and count up again from the initial value such as “0”, and every 2 msec. One is added and updated. When a valid start passage is detected by the gate switch 32a, the R6 random number is extracted and stored in the RAM 55 as passage storage data. Then, at the stage before starting the normal symbol variation display, it is determined whether or not the extracted value matches a predetermined hit determination value. If they match, the normal symbol hit can be generated. The above-described control is performed, and if they do not match, it is determined to be out of control and the above-described control is not performed.

  R7 is a small hit determination for generating a random number used for randomly determining whether or not to make a small hit when the variable display device 9 is determined not to be a big hit in the aforementioned big hit determination. Numerical data updating means (random counter). Here, the small hit will be described. In the pachinko gaming machine 1, there is a case where the small hit is controlled when the big hit gaming state is not achieved. As described above, the small hit is a hit state different from the big hit, and a predetermined small hit display result is displayed in the variable display result, and the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is displayed in the same manner as the 2R probability variable big hit. It is per opening and closing twice. Since the small hit is different from the big hit, it is not related to the probability of game control and the change in the base state.

  R7 is configured to count up from “0”, count up to “19” which is the upper limit thereof, and count up again from “0”, and is incremented and updated by 1 every 2 msec. As described above, the value of R7 extracted at the time of starting winning is read at a predetermined timing before the start of the variable display, and it is determined whether or not the extracted value of R7 matches a predetermined small hit determination value. Is done. When these values match, control for generating a small hit gaming state is performed.

  FIG. 7 is a diagram for explaining an example of various random counters used by the effect control microcomputer 800 for effect control. FIG. 7 shows, as an example of a random counter, random counters RS1 to RS3 for determining decorative symbol stop symbols, and random counters RS4 and RS5 for determining effect contents.

  RS1 to RS3 are numerical data updating means (random counter) for determining a decorative symbol stop symbol for generating a random number used to randomly determine a decorative symbol stop symbol in advance for the variable display device 9. . RS1 is used to determine the stop symbol of the left symbol. RS2 is used to determine the stop symbol of the middle symbol. RS3 is used to determine the stop symbol of the right symbol. For each of RS1 to RS3, RS1 is updated every 33 msec, RS2 is incremented every RS1 carry, and RS3 is incremented every RS2 carry, updated from 0 and updated to 9 which is the upper limit again. Updated from 0.

  The decorative symbols are changed (updated) and displayed in accordance with a predetermined symbol arrangement order. In the predetermined lost symbol determination data table, numerical data for determining a decorative symbol stop symbol is associated with each of a plurality of types of decorative symbols, and the game control microcomputer 560 determines a big hit (by R1). If it is determined that the game will not be a big hit in the (determination), and if it is determined not to reach the reach state by the reach determination, that is, if the non-reach is determined to be out of reach. The symbols corresponding to the random numbers extracted from each of RS1 to RS3 at a predetermined timing are determined as combinations of stop symbols that result in a variation display result of the left, middle, and right decorative symbols. If the stop symbol corresponding to the extracted random number coincides with the jackpot symbol combination by accident, correct the symbol so that it is a combination of the symbol symbols (for example, correct the right symbol by one symbol) Each stop symbol is determined. In addition, in the case of non-reach deviation, if the stop symbol corresponding to the extracted random number is accidentally reached, it is corrected so as to be a combination of non-reach deviation symbols (for example, the right symbol is one symbol) Each stop symbol is determined by correction).

  In addition, when it is determined that the reach state is determined by the reach determination, the symbol corresponding to the random number extracted from RS1 among the random numbers extracted at the timing described above indicates the reach state. The symbols to be formed are determined as stop symbols for the left and right decorative symbols to be formed, and the symbol corresponding to the numerical data that matches the counter value extracted from RS2 is determined as the stop symbol for the middle symbol. Also in this case, when a big hit symbol combination is accidentally made, each stop symbol is determined by correcting the combination so that it becomes a combination of the off symbol (for example, correction for shifting the middle symbol by one symbol).

  Further, when it is determined that the big hit is determined by the big hit determination by the game control microcomputer 560 and it is determined that 15R big hit is determined by the big hit type / hit symbol determination (determination by R2), a predetermined Based on the random number extracted from RS1 at the timing of, the variation display result of each of the left, middle and right decorative symbols is randomly determined as a combination of the big hit symbol which becomes a doublet. The display result of the decorative symbol is one of the combinations of big hit symbols (both eyes) regardless of whether or not the state is in a probable variation state. The relationship between the value of RS1 and the jackpot symbol is stored in the 15R jackpot symbol determination data table. When it is determined that 15R is a big hit, one of the symbols corresponding to the random number extracted from RS1 is selected as a big hit symbol using the normal big hit symbol determination data table, It is determined as a jackpot display result with left, middle and right symbols.

  Each of RS4 and RS5 is a numerical data update means (random counter) for effect content determination for generating random numbers used to randomly determine the content of various effects performed by the variable display device 9. RS4 is configured to count up from “0”, count up to its upper limit “99”, and count up again from “0”, and is incremented and updated by 1 every 33 msec. RS5 is configured to count up from “0”, count up to “199” which is the upper limit thereof, and count up again from “0”, and is incremented and updated by 1 every 33 msec. For each of RS4 and RS5, the counter value is extracted at a predetermined timing, and the content of the effect is selected and determined based on the relationship between the predetermined counter value and the content of the effect based on the extracted counter value. .

  Next, the characteristics of the big hits that are provided in a plurality of types and the small hits that are different types of hits from the big hits will be described. FIG. 8 is a diagram showing the characteristics of various types of big hits and small hits in a table format.

  For the 15R normal jackpot, it is determined that the display result of the special symbol is “1”, and the display result of the decorative symbol is determined to be any one of “0” to “9”. . Further, when 15R is a normal big hit, it is controlled to a low probability and low base state after the big hit.

  For the 15R short junior big hit, it is determined that the display result of the special symbol is “3”, and the display result of the decorative symbol is determined to be any one of “0” to “9”. . In addition, when the short hit at 15R is reached, after the big hit, the low-accuracy base state is controlled.

  For the 15R probability variation big hit, it is determined that the display result of the special symbol is “5”, and the display result of the decorative symbol is determined to be any one of “0” to “9”. . Further, when the 15R probability variation big hit is reached, after the big hit, the high-accuracy high-base state is controlled.

  For the 2R probability variable big hit, it is determined that the display result of the special symbol is “7”, and the display result of the decorative symbol is “135”, which is a combination of 2R probability variable big hit symbol predetermined as a chance. It is determined. Here, the chance is a combination of symbols constituted by a combination of symbols other than the double-hit display result, such as the 15R jackpot display result described above, and is a display result predetermined as a display result that brings a chance to the player. . When the 2R probability variation big hit is reached, the high probability low base state is controlled after the big hit.

  For small hits, it is decided that the display result of the special symbol is “9”, and the display result of the decorative symbol is “513”, which is a chance hit that looks visually similar to the 2R probability variation big hit symbol. It is determined to be a combination of symbols. When a small hit is made, the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is opened twice in the same manner as in the case of the 2R probability variable big hit, and after the big hit, the big hit probability and the base state are controlled so as not to change. Further, the chance of winning a small hit may be the same symbol combination as the chance of winning a 2R probability variation big hit.

  As for the hits shown above, each of 15R normal big hit, 15R probability variable big hit, and 15R hour / long big hit is any one of “0” to “9”. Makes it difficult for the player to recognize the type of jackpot. In addition, since the display results of the variable display are similar for the 2R probability variable big hit and the small hit, and the number of times of opening is the same, the player recognizes which hit the display result of the variable display corresponds to. It becomes difficult.

  Next, the relationship between the game control state and the selected jackpot type will be described. The big hit type selection is determined using a big hit type selection table stored in the ROM 54. FIG. 9 is a diagram showing the jackpot type selection table in a table format.

  The jackpot type selection table is a table with low accuracy and low base state used to determine the type of big hit that occurs in the low accuracy low base state, and a low accuracy base used to determine the type of big hit that occurs in the low accuracy and high base state. High-accuracy low base state table used to determine the type of jackpot that occurs in the state table, high-accuracy low base state, and high-accuracy base used to determine the type of jackpot that occurs in the high-accuracy high-base state Includes state table. In FIG. 9, a table used for each probability / base state (high probability state or low probability state, and high base state or low base state) is shown as a big hit type selection table in a state that can be compared. .

  When it is determined that the big hit is in the low probability low base state, the type of the big hit is selected and determined using the low probability low base state table. More specifically, when the extracted value of R2 is any one of “0” to “59”, it is determined that the type of jackpot is 15R normal jackpot, and the jackpot symbol of the special symbol is “1”. It is determined. When the extracted value of R2 is any of “60” to “79”, it is determined that the type of jackpot is a short jackpot at 15R, and that the jackpot symbol of the special symbol is “3”. When the extracted value of R2 is any of “80” to “89”, it is determined that the type of jackpot is the 2R probability variable jackpot, and that the jackpot symbol of the special symbol is “7”. When the extracted value of R2 is any one of “90” to “99”, it is determined that the type of jackpot is a 15R probability variable jackpot, and that the jackpot symbol of the special symbol is “5”. In the low probability low base state, the selection probability per big hit is typically 60%, the selection probability per short turn at 15R is 20%, the selection probability per 2R probability variation big is 10%, and the selection probability per 15R probability variation big is 10%.

  When it is determined that the big hit is in the low accuracy and high base state, the type of the big hit is selected and determined using the table in the low accuracy and high base state. More specifically, when the extracted value of R2 is any one of “0” to “29”, it is determined that the type of jackpot is 15R normal jackpot, and the jackpot symbol of the special symbol is “1”. It is determined. When the extracted value of R2 is any one of “30” to “69”, it is determined that the type of jackpot is the short jackpot at 15R, and the jackpot symbol of the special symbol is determined to be “3”. When the extracted value of R2 is any of “70” to “79”, it is determined that the type of jackpot is the 2R probability variable jackpot, and the jackpot symbol of the special symbol is determined to be “7”. When the extracted value of R2 is any of “80” to “99”, it is determined that the type of jackpot is the 15R probability variable jackpot, and the jackpot symbol of the special symbol is determined to be “5”. In the low-accuracy base state, the selection probability per big hit is usually 30%, the selection probability per short turn at 15R is 40%, the selection probability per 2R probability variation big is 10%, and the selection probability per 15R probability variation big is 20%.

  When it is determined that a big hit is made in the high accuracy low base state, the type of the big hit is selected and determined using the high accuracy low base state table. More specifically, when the extracted value of R2 is any one of “0” to “19”, it is determined that the type of jackpot is 15R normal jackpot, and the jackpot symbol of the special symbol is “1”. It is determined. When the extracted value of R2 is any one of “20” to “29”, it is determined that the type of jackpot is a short jackpot at 15R, and the jackpot symbol of the special symbol is determined to be “3”. When the extracted value of R2 is any one of “30” to “69”, it is determined that the type of jackpot is the 2R probability variable jackpot, and the jackpot symbol of the special symbol is determined to be “7”. When the extracted value of R2 is any one of “70” to “99”, it is determined that the type of jackpot is the 15R probability variable jackpot, and the jackpot symbol of the special symbol is determined to be “5”. In the highly accurate low base state, the selection probability per big hit is usually 20%, the selection probability per short turn at 15R is 10%, the selection probability per 2R probability variation big is 40%, and the selection probability per 15R probability variation big is 30%.

  When it is determined that a big hit is made in the high accuracy and high base state, the type of the big hit is selected and determined using the table in the high accuracy and high base state. More specifically, when the extracted value of R2 is any of “0” to “9”, it is determined that the type of jackpot is 15R normal jackpot, and the jackpot symbol of the special symbol is “1”. It is determined. When the extracted value of R2 is any one of “10” to “19”, it is determined that the type of jackpot is the short jackpot at 15R, and the jackpot symbol of the special symbol is determined to be “3”. When the extracted value of R2 is any one of “20” to “39”, it is determined that the type of jackpot is the 2R probability variation jackpot, and the jackpot symbol of the special symbol is determined to be “7”. When the extracted value of R2 is any one of “40” to “99”, it is determined that the type of jackpot is a 15R probability variable jackpot, and that the jackpot symbol of the special symbol is “5”. In the high-accuracy base state, the selection probability per big hit is usually 10%, the selection probability per short turn at 15R is 10%, the selection probability per 2R probability variation big is 20%, and the selection probability per 15R probability variation big is 60%.

  As described above, when the jackpot is set, the ratio of selecting each jackpot type is set to be different depending on the probability and the base state when the jackpot determination is made. In FIG. 9, the following settings are made for the selection ratio of the jackpot type for each probability / base state.

  Taking the low probability low base state as an example, there is a 30% probability that the 15R short-time big hit and 15R probability variable big hit that will become a high base state after the big hit gaming state ends, and 2R that will become a high probability state after the big hit gaming state ends. The probability that the probability variation jackpot and the 15R probability variation jackpot are selected is 20%. On the other hand, taking the low probability high base state as an example, there is a 60% probability that the 15R hourly big hit and 15R probability variable big hit that will be in the high base state after the big hit gaming state ends, and the high probability after the big hit gaming state ends. The probability that the 2R probability variation jackpot and the 15R probability variation jackpot that are in the state are selected is 30%. As a result, when a big hit is made in the low probability high base state, there is a higher probability of becoming a high base state and a high probability state advantageous to the player compared to a big hit in the low probability low base state. The probability of becoming is high.

  Further, taking the high probability low base state as an example, the probability that the 15R short-time big hit and 15R probability variable big hit that will become the high base state after the big hit gaming state ends is 40%, and the high probability state after the big hit gaming state ends. The probability that the 2R probability variation jackpot and the 15R probability variation jackpot are selected is 70%. As a result, when a big hit is made in the high probability low base state, there is a higher probability of becoming a high base state and a high probability state, which is advantageous to the player, compared to a big hit in the low probability low base state, in particular, the high probability state The probability of becoming is high.

  Taking the high-probability high base state as an example, the probability that the 15R short-time big hit and the 15R probability variable big hit that will be in the high base state after the big hit gaming state ends is 70%, and the high probability state after the big hit gaming state ends. The probability that the 2R probability variation jackpot and the 15R probability variation jackpot are selected is 80%. As a result, when a big hit is made in the high accuracy high base state, a big hit is made in the low accuracy low base state, a big hit is made in the low accuracy high base state, and a big hit is made in the low accuracy high base state. The probability of becoming a high base state and a high probability state advantageous to the player is high, and in particular, both the probability of becoming a high probability state and the probability of becoming a high base state are high. That is, the probability of being in the highly accurate base state is the highest during the highly accurate base state. As described above, in the data table of FIG. 9, when the player is controlled in a state advantageous to the player such as the high probability state and the high base state, the player such as the low probability state and the low base state is used. A setting is made such that the ratio of determining to be in an advantageous state for the player after the big hit gaming state is higher than that in the case of being controlled in an unfavorable state.

  Next, an example of effect display on the variable display device 9 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 10 is a display screen diagram illustrating a display example when an item counting effect as a mission effect is executed.

  Here, the mission effect will be described. The mission effect is an effect that indicates whether or not the mission can be succeeded (achieved) while presenting the player by notifying the player of a certain mission (issue) at the time of the variable display. When the mission is achieved, for example, it is notified that the player is in an advantageous state for the player, such as being in a promiscuous state and being a big hit. The mission presented by notifying in this mission effect is, for example, that a predetermined item is acquired and the number of acquisitions is counted while the special symbol and the decorative symbol are displayed 100 times (multiple times). Then, a predetermined count target image is counted within a predetermined period (within 100 times of variable display) such that the count value is a predetermined number (the count value is a predetermined number). The count value of the number of acquired predetermined item images is a predetermined number). In such a mission effect, different effects are performed when the mission is successful and when the mission is unsuccessful.

  The period presented as the mission of the mission effect may be a period for specifying the number of times of variable display, for example, a period in which 100 times of variable display is performed, and an elapsed time such as a period of 15 minutes or less may be specified. It may be a period of time. The period during which such mission effects are performed continues until the above-described predetermined period ends, and ends when the mission is successful even before the above-described predetermined period ends. There are a plurality of such mission effects, which are selectively executed.

  FIG. 10 shows a series of images (a) to (j) displayed on the variable display device 9 when the mission effect is performed. In the figure, the downward arrow is a symbol indicating that the decorative symbol is being displayed in a variable manner. As a mission effect, a game in which an image 94 (hereinafter referred to as a character 94) showing a predetermined character acquires an image 95 (hereinafter referred to as an apple 95) indicating “apple” as an item to be counted. The image shown is displayed.

  As shown in FIG. 10 (a), in the variation display device 9, after the variation display of the left, middle and right symbols 91, 92 and 93 is started all at once, the left symbol 91, the right symbol 93 and the middle symbol 92 are displayed. The decorative symbols are stopped and displayed in order, and the display result of the variable display is derived and displayed as shown in (b). In (b), an example in which a combination of jackpot symbols is derived and displayed is shown. When the combination of jackpot symbols is derived and displayed, a jackpot start display indicating that the jackpot gaming state is started is performed as shown in (c), and the jackpot gaming state is controlled. When the big hit gaming state ends, an ending display is displayed to indicate that the big hit gaming state is ended, as shown in FIG.

  After the end of the big hit gaming state, notification that directly indicates whether or not the gaming state is advantageous to the player such as a high probability state is not performed. In the state where the mission effect is not performed, when the 15R probability big hit excluding the 15R normal big hit, 15R short-time big hit, 2R probability variable big hit, or small hit, the corresponding hit gaming state ends. At time, as shown in (e), the content of the mission in the mission effect is notified. As the item counting effect executed as the mission effect, as shown in (f) and (g), the character 94 goes to pick up the apple 95 that has grown on the tree each time the decorative symbol is displayed in a variable manner. An action of trying to put the acquired apple 95 in the basket with the hand is displayed.

  The 15R probability variable big hit and the 15R short hit big hit have the same high base after the big hit gaming state, and the big hit probability is different. Further, as described above, the 15R probability variable big hit and the 15R short time big hit are controlled so that the player cannot be distinguished based on the fluctuation display result. Whether the player is in the high base state or the low base state can be distinguished by the player based on the open / close frequency of the variable winning ball apparatus 15 or the like, but the player cannot distinguish between the high probability state and the low probability state. . Therefore, after the big hit game state of 15R jackpot is over, the player cannot distinguish whether the probability / base state is the high probability high base state or the low probability high base state, and in this state Mission production is performed. Thereby, in the mission effect executed after the big hit game state of 15R big hit, when the mission is successful (achieved), the player can know that it is in a probable change state, that is, a highly accurate high base state. The production that can be done.

  The 2R probability variable big hit and the small hit generated in the low base state are the same low base after the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is opened twice, and the big hit probability is different. Further, as described above, the 2R probability variation big hit and the small hit are controlled so that it is difficult for the player to distinguish from the change display result. As described above, it is impossible for the player to distinguish between the high probability state and the low probability state. Therefore, after the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is opened twice, the player cannot distinguish whether the probability / base state is the high probability low base state or the low probability low base state. Mission production is performed in the state. Thereby, in the mission effect executed after the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is released twice, when the mission is successful (achieved), the player knows that the probability variation state, that is, the high probability low base state. Production that can be performed.

  In this way, the mission effect is performed for a plurality of hits that satisfy the condition that the base of the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 in the hit gaming state is the same and the base is the same after the winning gaming state ends. It is what Therefore, any type of hits may be executed as long as the hits satisfy such a condition.

  In addition, as shown in (e), in this example, as the mission content (achievement condition) in the mission effect, for example, the first mission content (achievement condition confirmed with 8 apples) and “ The content (achievement condition) of the second mission of “Big hit with 10 apples” is notified. In the first mission of “definite change with 8 apples”, when the count value of apples 95 acquired by the character 94 reaches 8 which is the predetermined change set value within the mission production period, the probability change state is determined. The direction shown is performed. In the second mission of “10 apples and a big hit”, when the count value of the apples 95 acquired by the character 94 reaches 10 which is a big hit set value within the mission presentation period, an effect indicating that it is a big hit. Done.

  The mission period in this embodiment is determined in advance as a period in which the variable display is performed 100 times for the special symbol and the decorative symbol for all the missions.

  When the mission effect is started, as shown in (f) and (g), a scene in which the character 94 performs an action for acquiring the apple 95 every time the display of the decorative symbols 91 to 93 is performed. Is displayed. At this time, the left, middle, and right symbols 91, 92, and 93 are displayed in a manner that they are reduced and displayed at the lower right portion of the screen. In the decorative symbol item counting effect, there are cases where the character 94 can acquire the apple 95 and when it cannot be acquired, and when the apple 95 can be acquired in the item counting effect, when one apple 95 can be acquired, There are times when you can get multiple. During the mission period, a count value display area 96 is displayed as shown in (f), and an acquired count value indicating the number of acquired apples 95 is displayed in the count value display area 96. Further, during the mission period, a remaining number display area 97 is displayed, and in the remaining number display area 97, the remaining period of the mission effect period is changed from the remaining variable display number during the mission effect period (fluctuated from the number of change display times of 100 times). The number of remaining times indicated by (the number of times obtained by subtracting the number of times of display) is displayed.

  In addition, since it is only necessary to be able to grasp the acquired count value during the mission effect, the display method of the acquired count value is not limited to the method of displaying the acquired count value by the numerical value in the count value display area 96, and the following display is performed. You may make it perform. For example, instead of using the count value display area 96, the acquired count value may be indicated by the number of apples 95 displayed in the basket that the character 94 has (for example, when there are three acquired count values, the car 3 apples 95 are displayed in the inside). Further, the count value display area 96 is used to display an image of the number of apples 95 corresponding to the acquired count value in the count value display area 96 (for example, when there are three acquired count values, the apple 95 is displayed in the count value display area 96. May be displayed) by displaying three). Alternatively, the count value display area 96 may be used to display the remaining number of acquired count values necessary for accomplishing the mission as a numerical value or the number of images of the apple 95 in the count value display area 96. Further, during the mission effect, an example is shown in which the remaining number value indicating the remaining period of the mission effect period as the remaining variation display number during the mission effect period is displayed in the remaining number display area 97. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and an execution count display area may be provided instead of the remaining count display area 97, and the variable display count executed during the mission effect period may be displayed in the execution count display area.

  When the mission effect is started, the remaining number value displayed in the remaining number display area 97 is decreased and updated once each time the variable display of the decorative symbols 91 to 93 is executed. When the character 94 acquires the apple 95, the acquired count value displayed in the count value display area 96 is increased and updated according to the acquired number. In some cases, the character 94 cannot acquire the apple 95, and a display of losing the apple 95 that has already been acquired (for example, a display of dropping) is performed. In such a case, the acquired count value displayed in the count value display area 96 is reduced and updated according to the number of lost items.

  Then, when the count value of the acquired apple 95 reaches 8 during the mission period, the acquired count value displayed in the count value display area 96 becomes 8, and the first mission succeeds, and the probability change state (high It is shown that the probability state) is confirmed. Then, as shown in (h) of FIG. 10, a message indicating that the probability variation state is confirmed is displayed, so that probability variation confirmation notification indicating that the probability variation state is confirmed is performed. By performing such display, the player can recognize that it is in a high probability state. After the probability change confirmation notification is performed, the mission effect image as shown in (g) of FIG. 10 is returned, and the mission effect is determined from the state of the acquired count value and the remaining number value at the stage where the probability change confirmation notification is performed. Will continue.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 10 (i), when the count value of the acquired apple 95 reaches 10 during the mission period, the acquired count value displayed in the count value display area 96 becomes 10, 2 missions will be successful and will be a big hit gaming state. At the same time, as shown in (i) of FIG. 10, the variation display result of the decorative symbols 91 to 93 becomes the jackpot display result. Then, as shown in FIG. 10 (j), when a message indicating that the big hit gaming state is set is displayed, the big hit notification indicating that the big hit gaming state is set is performed. By performing such display, the player can recognize that the big hit gaming state has occurred. The jackpot notification performed based on the jackpot during the mission performance period may be performed by the same display as the jackpot start display displayed as in (c) at a time other than the mission performance period, as in (c). The display may be different from the displayed big hit start display.

  Although not shown, the mission period ends when the first mission and the second mission described above are not successful during the mission period, that is, when the acquired count value is not equal to or higher than the probability variation set value. Occasionally, a high-accuracy notification that notifies that the state is controlled to a high probability state is performed. By performing such high-accuracy notification, the player cannot recognize that the player is controlled to a high probability state during the mission period, but when the mission period ends, the player is controlled to the high probability state. Therefore, it is possible to prevent a decrease in the interest of the player who could not recognize that the mission effect is controlled to a high probability state.

  The counting of items in the item counting effect as described above is performed by updating the count value of an item counter as described later every time a predetermined update condition is satisfied.

  Note that the displays such as (g) and (h) in FIG. 10 and the displays such as (i) and (j) are displayed during decorative pattern variation display, when decorative pattern variation display is stopped, and It may be performed at any timing during the interval period until the big hit gaming state is started after the decorative symbol variation display ends. Furthermore, the display that produces the effects as shown in (i) and (j) of FIG. 10 may be performed in the effect at the start of the big hit gaming state.

  Next, an item data table, which is a data table used to randomly select and determine an item increase / decrease value when counting items (apples) by an item counter in a mission effect, will be described. The item data table described below is stored in the ROM 84 of the effect control microcomputer 800, is read by a control program executed by the CPU 86, and is used for display control.

  The item data table includes a probability variation time data table used in the probability variation state and a non-probability variation time data table used in the non- certain probability variation state. The probability variation time data table is a probability variation first item data table used when a short-term variation pattern designation command for designating a variation pattern determined in advance as a variation pattern for displaying variation of a relatively short variation time is received. And a second item data table at the time of probability change that is used when a long-term variation pattern designation command for designating a predetermined variation pattern as a variation pattern for performing variation display for a relatively long variation time is received. The non-probability change time data table is a non-probability change time first item data table used when receiving the short-term change pattern designating command and a non-probability change time used when receiving the long-term change pattern designating command. A second item data table.

  FIG. 11 is a diagram showing the item data table in a table format. In FIG. 11, (a) is the first item data table at the time of probability change, (b) is the second item data table at the time of probability change, (c) is the first item data table at the time of non-change probability, and (d) is the first item data table at the time of non-change probability. Two item data tables are shown respectively.

  In the first item data table at the time of probability change shown in (a), the relationship between the value of RS4 and the increase / decrease value of the count number of the item counter (hereinafter referred to as item count number) is set as follows. When the value of RS4 is any one of 0 to 19, +1 is selected as the increase / decrease value. When the value of RS4 is any of 20 to 97, ± 0 is selected as the increase / decrease value. When the value of RS4 is either 98 or 99, −1 is selected as the increase / decrease value.

  In the second item data table at the time of probability change shown in (b), the relationship between the value of RS4 and the increase / decrease value of the item count number is set as follows. When the value of RS4 is any one of 0 to 9, +1 is selected as the increase / decrease value. When the value of RS4 is any one of 10 to 19, +2 is selected as the increase / decrease value. When the value of RS4 is any of 20 to 97, ± 0 is selected as the increase / decrease value. When the value of RS4 is either 98 or 99, −1 is selected as the increase / decrease value.

  In the first item data table at the time of uncertain change shown in (c), the relationship between the value of RS4 and the increase / decrease value of the item count number is set as follows. When the value of RS4 is any one of 0 to 9, +1 is selected as the increase / decrease value. When the value of RS4 is any one of 10 to 95, ± 0 is selected as the increase / decrease value. When the value of RS4 is any one of 96 to 99, −1 is selected as the increase / decrease value.

  In the second item data table at the time of uncertain change shown in (d), the relationship between the value of RS4 and the increase / decrease value of the item count number is set as follows. When the value of RS4 is any one of 0 to 4, +1 is selected as the increase / decrease value. When the value of RS4 is any one of 5 to 9, +2 is selected as the increase / decrease value. When the value of RS4 is any one of 10 to 95, ± 0 is selected as the increase / decrease value. When the value of RS4 is any one of 96 to 99, −1 is selected as the increase / decrease value.

  In the item data table shown in FIG. 11, it is set so that the ratio determined when the item count is increased is higher at the time of probability change than at the time of non-change probability. Accordingly, the item data table shown in FIG. 11 is used, so that the rate at which an item is determined to be acquired at the time of probability change is higher than that at the time of non-probability change.

  Next, the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described. FIGS. 12 and 13 show main processing executed by the game control microcomputer 560 in response to the start of power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 and the reset signal to the game control microcomputer 560 becoming high level. It is a flowchart which shows. When the input level of the reset terminal to which the reset signal is input becomes high level, the game control microcomputer 560 executes a security check process that is a process for confirming whether the contents of the program are valid, The main process after S (hereinafter simply referred to as S) 1 is started. In the main process, the game control microcomputer 560 first performs necessary initial settings.

  In the initial setting process, the game control microcomputer 560 first sets the interruption prohibited (S1). Next, an interrupt mode for maskable interrupts is set (S2), and a stack pointer designation address is set in the stack pointer (S3). In S2, the address synthesized from the value (1 byte) of the specific register (I register) of the game control microcomputer 560 and the interrupt vector (1 byte: least significant bit 0) output from the built-in device is Set the mode to indicate the interrupt address. When a maskable interrupt is generated, the game control microcomputer 560 automatically sets the interrupt disabled state and saves the contents of the program counter in the stack.

  Next, the built-in device register is set (initialized) (S4). By the process of S4, the CTC (counter / timer) and PIO (parallel input / output port), which are built-in devices (built-in peripheral circuits), are set (initialized).

  The game control microcomputer 560 used in this embodiment also includes an I / O port (PIO) and a timer / counter circuit (CTC).

  Next, it is confirmed whether or not the power-off signal is in an OFF state according to the state of bit 0 of the input port 1 (S5). When power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started, the output voltage of various power sources such as a + 5V power source gradually reaches a specified value, but the power-off signal is not output by the process of S5 (that is, By confirming that the power supply voltage is stable, the game control microcomputer 560 can confirm that the power supply voltage is stable.

  When the power-off signal is on, the game control microcomputer 560 turns off the power-off signal again after a predetermined period (for example, 0.1 second) (S80). Check if it exists. If the power-off signal is off, the RAM 55 is set to an accessible state (S6).

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 proceeds to a clear signal check process, and checks whether or not the clear switch-on flag is set (S7). Note that the game control microcomputer 560 may confirm the state of the clear signal only once via the input port 0, but may confirm the state of the clear signal a plurality of times. For example, when it is confirmed that the clear signal is in the off state, after a delay time of a predetermined time (for example, 0.1 seconds), the clear signal state is reconfirmed. If it is confirmed that the clear signal is in the ON state at that time, it is determined that the clear signal is in the ON state. Further, at this time, if it is confirmed that the clear signal is in the OFF state, after a predetermined delay time, the clear signal state may be reconfirmed. Here, the number of reconfirmations is not limited to once or twice, but may be three or more times. It is also possible to check twice and check again when the check results do not match.

  If the clear switch on flag is not set, data protection processing of the backup RAM area (for example, power supply stop processing such as addition of parity data) is performed when power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stopped. It is confirmed whether or not (S8). When power supply stops, processing for protecting data in the backup RAM area is performed. When it is confirmed that such power supply stop processing has been performed, the game control microcomputer 560 stores the power supply stop processing, that is, the control state at the time of power supply stop. It is determined that When it is confirmed that the power supply stop process is not being performed, the game control microcomputer 560 executes an initialization process.

  Whether or not the power supply stop process has been performed is determined by the value of the backup monitoring timer stored in the backup RAM area in the power supply stop process according to the execution of the power supply stop process (for example, 2). ) Is confirmed by whether or not. Note that such a confirmation method is merely an example. For example, a flag indicating that the power supply stop process has been executed is set in the backup flag area in the power supply stop process, and the flag is set in S8. If it is confirmed that the power supply is stopped, it may be determined that the power supply stop process has been performed.

  If it is determined that the control state at the time of stopping power supply is stored, the game control microcomputer 560 performs data check (parity check in this example) in the backup RAM area (S9). Clear data (00) is set in the checksum data area, and the checksum calculation start address is set in the pointer. Also, the number of checksum calculations corresponding to the number of data to be checksum is set. Then, the exclusive OR of the contents of the checksum data area and the contents of the RAM area pointed to by the pointer is calculated. The calculation result is stored in the checksum data area, the pointer value is incremented by 1, and the checksum calculation count value is decremented by 1. The above processing is repeated until the value of the checksum calculation count becomes zero. When the value of the checksum calculation count becomes 0, the game control microcomputer 560 inverts the value of each bit of the contents of the checksum data area and uses the inverted data as a checksum.

  In the power supply stop process, a checksum is calculated by the same process as described above, and the checksum is stored in the backup RAM area. In S9, the calculated checksum is compared with the stored checksum. When the power supply is stopped after an unexpected power failure or the like, the data in the backup RAM area should be saved, so the check result (comparison result) is normal (matched). That the check result is not normal means that the data in the backup RAM area may be different from the data when the power supply is stopped. In such a case, since the internal state cannot be returned to the state when the power supply is stopped, the initialization process (the process of S10 to S14) that is executed when the power is turned on but not when the power supply is stopped is executed. To do.

  If the check result is normal, the game control microcomputer 560 restores the game state to return the internal state of the game control means and the control state of the electrical component control means such as the effect control means to the state when the power supply is stopped. Perform processing. Specifically, the start address of the backup setting table stored in the ROM 54 is set as a pointer (S91), and the contents of the backup setting table are sequentially set in the work area (area in the RAM 55) (S92). The work area is backed up by a backup power source. In the backup setting table, initialization data for an area that may be initialized in the work area is set. By the processes in S91 and S92, the saved contents remain as they are in the portion of the work area that should not be initialized. The parts that should not be initialized include, for example, data indicating a gaming state before the power supply is stopped (such as a special symbol process flag), an area where the output state of the output port is saved (output port buffer), and unpaid prize balls This is the part where data indicating the number is set.

  Further, the game control microcomputer 560 sets the head address of the backup command transmission table stored in the ROM 54 as a pointer (S93), and proceeds to S15.

  In the initialization process, the game control microcomputer 560 first performs a RAM clear process (S10). Note that the predetermined data may be left as it is without initializing the entire area of the RAM 55. The initial address of the initialization setting table stored in the ROM 54 is set as a pointer (S11), and the contents of the initialization setting table are sequentially set in the work area (S12).

  By the processing of S11 and S12, for example, a normal symbol determination random number counter, a normal symbol determination buffer, a special symbol buffer, a total prize ball number storage buffer, a special symbol process flag, an award ball flag, a ball out flag, etc. Accordingly, an initial value is set in a flag for selectively performing processing. In addition, a bit corresponding to the output port that outputs the connection confirmation signal in the output port buffer is set (corresponding to the ON state of the connection confirmation signal).

  The game control microcomputer 560 sets the initial address of the initialization command transmission table stored in the ROM 54 as a pointer (S13), and issues an initialization command for initializing the sub-board according to the contents. Processing to transmit to the sub-board is executed (S14). As an initialization command, a command indicating an initial symbol displayed on the variable display device 9, an initialization command to the payout control board 37, or the like can be used.

  As described above, the game store clerk and the like can easily perform the initial operation by starting the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 (for example, turning on the power switch) while the clear switch is turned on and the clear signal is output. Can be executed. That is, RAM clear or the like can be performed.

  Further, the game control microcomputer 560 executes random number circuit setting processing for initial setting of the random number circuits 503a and 503b (S15). Specifically, as described above, the numerical data obtained by performing a predetermined calculation using the ID number of the game control microcomputer 560 is set as the initial value of the numerical data updated by the random number circuit 503. In this case, the CPU 56 performs settings according to the random number circuit setting program so that the random number circuits 503a and 503b update the value of R1. Furthermore, the setting of various functions such as the numerical data update range selection setting function, the numerical data update rule selection setting function, and the numerical data update rule selection switching function described above by the user is performed by S15. Done.

  The game control microcomputer 560 sets a timer interrupt setting for setting a CTC register built in the game control microcomputer 560 so that a timer interrupt is periodically taken every predetermined time (for example, 2 msec). Processing is executed (S16). That is, a value corresponding to, for example, 2 msec is set as an initial value in a predetermined register (time constant register). In this embodiment, it is assumed that a timer interrupt is periodically taken every 2 msec.

  When the setting of the timer interrupt is completed, the game control microcomputer 560 repeatedly executes the display random number update process (S18). The game control microcomputer 560 disables the interrupt when the display random number update process is executed (S17), and enters the interrupt enable state when the display random number update process ends (S19). Note that the display random number is a predetermined random number (R3 to R5) used for controlling the variable display of special symbols and decorative symbols, and the display random number update process is a counter for generating display random numbers. This is a process for updating the count value. Specifically, in the display random number update process, the values of R3 to R5 described above are updated. In the present embodiment, the display random number updating process in S18 is repeatedly performed during the interrupt waiting process surplus time after the interrupt process is executed every 2 msec until the next interrupt process is executed. Become.

  Note that when the display random number update process is executed, the interrupt disabled state is executed because the display random number update process is also executed in the timer interrupt process described later. This is to avoid this. That is, if the timer interrupt is generated during the processing of S18 and the count value of the counter for generating the display random number is updated during the timer interrupt processing, the continuity of the count value is impaired. There is. However, such an inconvenience does not occur if the interrupt is prohibited during the process of S18.

  Next, the game control process will be described. FIG. 14 is a flowchart showing the timer interrupt process. When the timer interruption occurs during the execution of the main process, specifically, in the period when the interruption is permitted during the execution of the loop process of S17 to S19 in FIG. 12, the game control microcomputer 560 A game control process is executed in a timer interrupt process activated in response to the occurrence of a timer interrupt. This timer interrupt process is executed once every 2 msec, for example.

  In the timer interrupt process, the game control microcomputer 560 first executes a power-off process (power-off detection process) for detecting whether or not a power-off signal is output (whether or not it is turned on) ( S101). Next, detection signals of switches such as the gate switch 32a, the start port switch 14a, the count switch 23, and the winning port switches 29a, 30a, 33a, and 39a are input via the input driver circuit 58, and their state is determined ( Switch processing: S102). Specifically, if the state of the input port for inputting the detection signal of each switch is ON, the value of the switch timer provided corresponding to each switch is incremented by one. Each switch timer is used to determine that each switch has been normally turned on when the value of each timer has exceeded a predetermined value, that is, when each switch has been turned on continuously for a predetermined time. Used.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 confirms whether the initial value is set to be updated when the count value is updated to a predetermined final value in the random number circuit setting process of S15, and the random number circuit 503 is set. The initial value input to is updated (initial value update processing: S103). Further, the game control microcomputer 560 performs a process of updating the count value of a counter for generating a random number used for the game control (random number update process: S104). Specifically, in the random number update process in S104, the values of R2 to R7 described above are updated.

  When the initial value update process and the random number update process are performed, the game control microcomputer 560 performs a count value permutation process in which the random number circuit 503 changes the permutation of the count values (S105). In this embodiment, whether or not to execute the count value permutation change process is determined depending on whether or not the count value permutation change flag is set in the random number circuit setting process. Then, the game control microcomputer 560 executes the count value permutation change process based on the fact that the count value permutation change flag is set.

  Further, the game control microcomputer 560 performs a special symbol process (S106). In the special symbol process control, a corresponding process is selected and executed according to a special symbol process flag for controlling the special symbol display 8 and the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 in a predetermined order according to the gaming state. . The value of the special symbol process flag is updated during each process according to the gaming state. Also, normal symbol process processing is performed (S107). In the normal symbol process, the corresponding process is selected and executed according to the normal symbol process flag for controlling the display state of the normal symbol display 10 in a predetermined order. The value of the normal symbol process flag is updated during each process according to the gaming state.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 560 performs processing for setting various effect control commands including commands related to decorative symbols synchronized with the variation of the special symbols in a predetermined area of the RAM 55 and sending the effect control commands (decorative symbol commands). Control processing: S108). It should be noted that the fact that the variation of the decorative symbol is synchronized with the variation of the special symbol means that the variation time (variation display period) is the same.

  Further, the game control microcomputer 560 performs an information output process for outputting data such as jackpot information, start information, and probability variation information supplied to the hall management computer, for example (S109).

  Further, the game control microcomputer 560 executes prize ball processing for setting the number of prize balls based on the detection signals from the prize opening switches 29a, 30a, 33a, 39a, etc. (S110). Specifically, a payout command signal such as a prize ball number signal indicating the number of prize balls is output to the payout control board 37 in response to winning detection based on turning on the prize opening switches 29a, 30a, 33a, 39a, etc. . A payout control microcomputer (not shown) mounted on the payout control board 37 drives the ball payout device 970 in response to receiving a prize ball number signal indicating the number of prize balls.

  Then, the game control microcomputer 560 executes a storage process for checking increase / decrease in the number of reserved storage (S111). In addition, a test terminal process, which is a process of outputting a test signal for enabling the control state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 to be confirmed outside the pachinko gaming machine 1, is executed (S112). Further, a solenoid output process (S113) is executed for instructing the output circuit 59 to drive various solenoids when a predetermined condition is satisfied. In order to put the variable winning ball device 15 and the special variable winning ball device 20 into an open state or a closed state, the output circuit 59 drives the solenoids 16 and 21 in accordance with a drive command.

  Next, a special symbol display control process is performed (S114). In the special symbol display control process, a process for setting a drive signal for controlling the display state of the special symbol display 8 is performed. Further, a normal symbol display control process is performed (S115). In the normal symbol display control process, a process for setting a drive signal for controlling the display state of the normal symbol display 10 is performed. Thereafter, the interrupt permission state is set (S116).

  With the above control, in this embodiment, the game control process is started periodically (for example, every 2 msec). In this embodiment, the game control process is executed by the timer interrupt process. However, in the timer interrupt process, for example, only a flag indicating that an interrupt has occurred is set. It may be executed in the main process based on the setting. Further, the processing of S102 to S115 (excluding S109 and S112) corresponds to game control processing for controlling the progress of the game.

  Further, the game control microcomputer 560 executes a process of counting the number of times the timer interrupt process has been executed. Each time the game control microcomputer 560 executes the timer interrupt process, the game control microcomputer 560 counts up an interrupt number counter indicating the number of times the timer interrupt process has been executed. For example, when the solenoid control process is completed in S113, the game control microcomputer 560 adds 1 to the value of the interrupt counter indicating the number of times that the timer interrupt process has been executed. This interrupt counter is used, for example, to determine whether or not a condition for reading a random number value from the random number circuit 503 is satisfied.

  Also, for example, in the timer interrupt process, the switch process (S102), the decorative symbol command control process (S108), and the interrupt count process (counting the number of times the timer interrupt process described above is executed) are included in the game control process. Only the process) may be executed, and other processes in the game control process may be executed in the main process. In this case, in the loop process from S17 to S19 in the main process, the game control microcomputer 560 executes the processes of S103 to S107 and S110 to S115 (excluding S112) among the game control processes (described above). Does not include interrupt count processing.

  In addition, when the CPU 56 detects that the timer interrupt count has reached a predetermined number (for example, 3 times) after counting the interrupt count in the timer interrupt process as described above, the random number value from the random number circuit 503 is detected. Is read, and a random number read flag indicating that the random number read condition is satisfied is set. In the main process, the CPU 56 determines whether or not the random number read flag is set during execution of a later-described start port switch passing process (S132) in the special symbol process (S106), and the random number read flag is set. If it is determined, the output control signal is output to the random number circuit 503, and the updated value of R1 is read. Then, in the main process, the CPU 56 determines whether or not to make a big hit based on the read random number value when executing a special symbol normal process (S140) described later in the special symbol process (S106). Become. This is performed so that the same random number value is not continuously read.

  Next, the special symbol process (S106) in the main process will be described. FIG. 15 is a flowchart showing a special symbol process processing program executed by the game control microcomputer 560. If the start opening switch 14a for detecting that the game ball has won the start winning opening 14 provided in the game board 6 is turned on, that is, the game ball is turned into the start winning opening 14 in the game control microcomputer 560. If a start winning to win a prize has occurred (S131), a start opening switch passing process (S132) is performed, and then any one of S140 to S147 is performed according to the internal state.

  In the start port switch passing process of S132, when the start port switch 14a is turned on (specifically, when it is determined that the value of the switch timer provided corresponding to the start port switch 14a is equal to or greater than a predetermined value). ), Whether or not the number of numerical data stored in the reserved storage buffer of the RAM 55 (the number of stored storage) has reached the upper limit, and the number of stored numerical data stored in the reserved storage buffer has reached the maximum value. If not, it is determined whether or not the above-described random number read flag is set. If it is set, the count value of the hold storage counter indicating the hold storage number is incremented by one. Then, the numerical data of R1 from the random number circuit 503 and the random data R2 to R2 for determining the big hit type / hit symbol are respectively extracted and correspond to the extraction order of the reserved storage buffer (the value of the reserved memory counter). Corresponding processing is performed for storing in the storage area. Here, the extraction of the numerical value data of R1 from the random number circuit 503 is performed by inputting an output control signal to the random number circuit 503 and reading the numerical value data of R1 stored as the random number value updated by the random number circuit 503. It is. In this way, when the start port switch 14a is turned on and the number of numerical data stored in the holding storage buffer (the number of holding storage) has not reached the upper limit value, the condition for extracting the numerical data is satisfied, An execution condition for executing the fluctuation display, that is, a starting condition for the fluctuation display is established.

  Special symbol normal processing (S140): State in which execution of variation display of special symbols can be started (for example, the symbol variation has not been made in the special symbol display 8, and the previous symbol variation in the special symbol display 8 has been completed. Waits for a predetermined period of time to elapse, and not a big hit game). When the special symbol variable display can be started, the variable display start condition is satisfied, and the number of reserved memories is confirmed by confirming the count value of the reserved memory counter for the special symbol. Then, if the count value of the hold storage counter is not 0, it is determined whether or not the jackpot is determined as a result of the variable display of the special symbol display 8. In the case of a big hit, the big hit flag is set. When not a big hit, it is determined whether or not a small hit is made as a result of the variable display of the special symbol display 8. In the case of a small hit, a small hit flag is set. Then, the special symbol process flag is updated to shift to S141.

  Special symbol stop symbol setting process (S141): When a big hit is made, the big hit type and the big hit symbol are determined based on the extracted value of R2 for determining the big hit type / hit symbol. When the big hit is not made, the small hit symbol or the off symbol is determined depending on whether or not the big hit is made. When the small hit is reached, the above-mentioned small hit symbol is determined, and when the small hit is not reached, the off symbol is determined based on the extracted value of R3 for determining the above-mentioned off symbol. When the jackpot is reached, the jackpot type is determined based on the extracted value of R2 for determining the jackpot type. The jackpot symbol is determined in accordance with the determined jackpot type. When it is a big hit, a symbol information command for designating whether or not to make a big hit and the type of the big hit is set. In addition, when a small hit is made, a symbol information command indicating that a small hit is made is set. In addition, when there is a shift other than the small hit, a symbol information command indicating that the shift is lost is set. The symbol information command set here is output to the effect control board 80 in S108 of FIG. Then, the special symbol process flag is updated to shift to S142. In this way, the symbol information command indicates whether it is a big hit, a small hit, or a loss, and the type of hit (15R normal big hit, 15R short hit big hit) , 15R probability variation big hit, 2R probability variation big hit, small hit).

  Fluctuation pattern setting process (S142): Based on predetermined determination results such as jackpot determination and reach determination, the variation pattern table is selected, and the value of the random counter R4 for determining the variation pattern is extracted, and according to the value of R4 By selecting and determining a variation pattern to be executed from among a plurality of types of variation patterns set in the variation pattern table, the variation pattern of variation display on the special symbol display 8 and the variation display device 9 is selected and determined.

  Also, after setting the variation display time (the time from the start of variation until the display of the display result) for the variation display on the special symbol display 8 based on the variation pattern selected and determined in the special symbol process timer. Start the special symbol process timer. In addition, a drive signal for starting the special symbol variation display is set. The drive signal set here is output in S114 of FIG. In addition, a variation pattern command which is a command for instructing a variation pattern including information on the length of the variation display time of the decorative design is set. The variation pattern command set here is output to the effect control board 80 in S108 of FIG. Then, the special symbol process flag is updated to shift to S143.

  Special symbol variation processing (S143): When the variation display time in the variation pattern selected and determined in the variation pattern setting processing elapses (the special symbol process timer set in S142 times out), the special symbol process flag is shifted to S144. Update as follows.

  Special symbol stop process (S144): Control is performed so that symbols that are variably displayed on each of the special symbol indicator 8 and the variable display device 9 are stopped. Specifically, a drive signal for stopping the special symbol is set. The drive signal set here is output in S114 of FIG. Then, a symbol stop command for stopping the decorative symbol is set. The symbol stop command set here is output to the effect control board 80 in S108 of FIG. Then, when the big hit flag is set and when the small hit flag is set, the special symbol process flag is updated to shift to S145. Otherwise, the special symbol process flag is updated to shift to S140.

  Pre-opening process for the big winning opening (S145): When the big winning or small winning is made, the execution time of the big winning opening opening process is set in the special symbol process timer. Data is set and the special symbol process flag is updated to shift to S146. More specifically, in S145, the jackpot game such as setting of the number of times of opening (round number) in the jackpot game state, setting of the upper limit value of the opening time of the big winning opening, setting of the interval period between each open state (round), etc. For control of small hit gaming state such as setting of data necessary for state control, setting of number of times of opening in small hit gaming state, setting of opening time of big prize opening, and setting of interval period between each open state Set the necessary data.

  Opening process for the big prize opening (S146): When the start condition of each open state in the big hit game state and the small hit game state is satisfied (when a predetermined time has elapsed from the start of the win (first open), from the end of the previous open) A round start command to specify (specify) the start of each open state while performing processing at the start of each open state to check the interval time (opening after the first time) and open the special winning opening A process for transmitting an effect control command for displaying each open state to the effect control board 80 is performed. Then, during each open state, processing during the open state such as management of the number of winning prizes to the big prize opening is performed. Thereafter, it is confirmed that the opening end condition for each round is satisfied. When the opening end condition is satisfied, a process for transmitting a round end command for designating (specifying) the end of each open state to the effect control board 80 is performed. . If there is still the remaining number of times of the open state, the state is shifted to the next open state. Further, when there is no remaining number of open states, a process for transmitting an ending display command for designating (specifying) a display at the end of the winning game state is performed. Then, the execution time of the ending display is set in the hit end timer (time to be subtracted and updated) for managing the execution time of the ending display, and the special symbol process flag is updated to shift to S147.

  Big hit end process (S147): After the ending display is ended, the special symbol process flag is updated to shift to S140.

  FIG. 16 is a flowchart showing the special symbol normal process (S140) in the special symbol process. The game control microcomputer 560 performs the following processing in the special symbol normal processing.

  First, the value of the hold storage counter is checked to determine whether or not the hold storage number is “0” (S21). The special symbol normal process is executed when the special symbol display 8 does not display the variation of the special symbol and is not in the big hit game. If the number of reserved memories is 0, the process returns.

  On the other hand, if the reserved memory number is not 0, each random number (numerical data) stored in the reserved memory buffer corresponding to the reserved memory number = 1 in the reserved memory buffer of the RAM 55 is read and stored in the random number buffer area of the RAM 55. At the same time (S22), the value of the reserved storage number is decreased by 1 (the count value of the reserved storage counter is decremented by 1), and the contents of each storage area are shifted (S23). That is, each random number stored in the storage area corresponding to the reserved memory number = n (n = 2, 3, 4) in the reserved memory buffer of the RAM 55 is stored in the storage area corresponding to the reserved memory number = n−1. To do. Therefore, the order in which the random numbers stored in the respective storage areas corresponding to the numbers of reserved memories are extracted always matches the order of the numbers of reserved memories = 1, 2, 3, and 4. . That is, in this example, the contents of each storage area are shifted each time the start condition of the variable display is satisfied, so that the order in which the random numbers are extracted can be specified.

  Next, the big hit determination random number (the extracted data of R1) is read from the random number buffer area (S24), and the big hit determination process is executed (S25). In the big hit determination process, the following process is performed. First, it is determined whether or not the probability variation flag is set. When the probability change flag is set (when the probability change state is entered, it is set in the special game process of FIG. 22 described later), the jackpot determination value used for the jackpot determination is preset as the jackpot determination value at the time of probability change. When the probability variation flag is not set, one value predetermined as a non-probability variation big hit determination value is set as the big hit determination value used for the big hit determination. Then, the jackpot determination random number read in S24 is compared with the jackpot determination value, and when the jackpot determination random number and the jackpot determination value match, the jackpot determination is performed, and when these do not match, the jackpot determination is not determined. To do.

  As a result of the big hit determination process, when it is decided to make a big hit (Y in S26), the big hit flag is set (S31), and the process proceeds to S32 described later. On the other hand, when it is decided not to enter the big hit gaming state (N in S26), the small hit determination random number (the extracted data of R7) is read from the random number buffer area (S27), and the small hit determination processing is executed (S28). ). In the small hit determination process, the small hit determination random number read in S27 is compared with a predetermined small hit determination value, and when the small hit determination random number and the small hit determination value match, the small hit is determined. A decision is made, and when these do not match, a decision not to make a small hit (decision to be out of place) is made. As a result of the small hit determination process, when it is determined to be a small hit (Y in S29), the small hit flag is set (S30), and the process proceeds to S32 described later. On the other hand, as a result of the small hit determination process, when it is determined that the small hit is not made (N in S29), the process proceeds to S32.

  In S32, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the special symbol stop symbol setting process (S141), and the process returns.

  FIG. 17 is a flowchart showing a special symbol stop symbol setting process (S141) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol stop symbol setting process, the game control microcomputer 560 performs the following processing.

  First, it is determined whether or not the big hit flag set in S31 is set (S40).

  When it is determined in S40 that the big hit flag is not set, the process proceeds to S43 described later. On the other hand, when it is determined in S40 that the big hit flag is set, it is extracted from R2 at the time of big hit starting winning, and based on the extracted value of R2 read out in S22, 15R normal big hit, 15R short hit big hit, 15R probability variable big hit, And, the determination of which type of jackpot of which of the 2R probability variable jackpots is to be made, and the determination of the jackpot symbol of a special symbol corresponding to the determined jackpot type (S41). Specifically, in S41, using the jackpot type selection table of FIG. 9 set so that the selection ratio of the jackpot type varies depending on the probability / base state as described above, the jackpot type and The jackpot symbol of the special symbol is determined simultaneously based on the relationship as shown in FIG. Then, in correspondence with the jackpot type determined in S41, a jackpot type flag indicating the determined jackpot type is set (S42).

  Specifically, in S42, the big hit type flag is set as follows. When it is determined that the 15R normal big hit is determined, the 15R normal big hit flag is set as the big hit type flag. When it is determined that the short hit at 15R is determined, the short hit at 15R is set as the big hit type flag. When it is determined that the 15R probability variable big hit is determined, the 15R probability variable big hit flag is set as the big hit type flag. When it is determined that the 2R probability variable big hit is determined, the 2R probability variable big hit flag is set as the big hit type flag. And it progresses to S46 mentioned later.

  When it is determined in S40 that the big hit flag is not set, it is determined whether or not the small hit flag is set (S43). When it is determined that the small hit flag is set, a predetermined small hit symbol is determined as a special symbol stop symbol (S46). And it progresses to S46 mentioned later. On the other hand, when the small hit flag is not set, it is a time when the fluctuation display result is to be lost, and a random number is extracted from R3, and a special symbol loss symbol is determined based on the extracted value (S45). That is, based on the random number extracted from R3, a special symbol derived and displayed as a display result is determined from among a plurality of outlier symbols. And it progresses to S46 mentioned later.

  In S46, a process of selecting a symbol information command to be transmitted is performed (S46). Specifically, in S46, a symbol information command is selected as follows. When the small hit symbol is determined in S44, that is, when the big hit flag set in S31 is not set and the small hit flag set in S30 is set, the small hit symbol is set as a symbol information command. Select the small hit designation command to specify the hit. In addition, when the off symbol is determined in S45, that is, when the big hit flag set in S31 is not set and the small hit flag set in S30 is not set, the loss specifying the loss Select the specified command. When the big hit symbol is determined in S41, that is, when the big hit flag set in S31 is set, the symbol information command is selected using the big hit type flag as follows. For example, when the 15R normal big hit flag is set, the 15R normal big hit designation command for designating 15R normal big hit is selected. When the 15R hour jackpot flag is set, a 15R hour jackpot command for designating the 15R hour jackpot is selected. When the 15R probability variable jackpot flag is set, the 15R probability variable jackpot designation command for designating 15R probability variable jackpot is selected. When the 2R probability variable jackpot flag is set, a 2R probability variable jackpot designation command for designating 2R probability variable jackpot is selected.

  Next, a setting (command set) for transmitting the symbol information command selected in S46 is performed (S47). When the symbol information command is set in this way, the symbol information command is output in S108 of FIG. Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (S142) (S48), and the process returns.

  FIG. 18 is a flowchart showing the variation pattern setting process (S142) in the special symbol process. The game control microcomputer 560 performs the following processing in the variation pattern setting processing.

  As described above, the variation pattern table stored in the ROM 54 includes a variation pattern table for determining a big hit used for a big hit, a variation pattern table for determining a small hit used for a small hit, A variation pattern table for determining reach deviation and a variation pattern table for determining deviation are used, which are used for determination of deviation other than a deviation. Each of these variation pattern tables includes a shortened variation pattern table used in the short-time state and a non-shortened variation pattern table used in the non-time-short state.

  First, by determining whether or not the big hit flag set in S31 is set, it is determined whether or not it is determined that the variable display is a big hit (S61). When it is determined that the big hit is not determined, the process proceeds to S65 described later. On the other hand, when it is determined that the big hit is determined, it is determined whether or not the time reduction flag is set (S62).

  When it is determined that the hour / short flag is not set, it is a non-time / short state, and therefore, as a data table used to determine the fluctuation pattern, the non-short fluctuation pattern table of the fluctuation pattern table for determining the big hit is used. Select (S63) and proceed to S77. More specifically, the variation pattern table for determining the big hit includes a variation pattern table for determining the 15R big hit and a variation pattern table for determining the 2R big hit, and the variation pattern for determining the 15R big hit. A shortened variation pattern table and a non-shortened variation pattern table are provided for each of the table and the variation pattern table for determining the 2R big hit. Here, in order to make it difficult for the player to recognize that the 2R jackpot determination pattern is a winning pattern, a variation pattern different from the 15R jackpot determination pattern is set. More specifically, in S63, when it is determined that the 15R big hit is determined by the big hit type flag, the non-shortened fluctuation pattern table of the fluctuation pattern table for determining the 15R big hit is selected. When it is determined that the 2R big hit (2R probability variable big hit) is determined by the big hit type flag described above, the non-shortened variation pattern table of the variation pattern table for determining the 2R big hit is selected. On the other hand, when it is determined that the time reduction flag is set, the time reduction state is set, and therefore, a shortened variation pattern table is selected from the variation pattern tables for determining the big hit (S64), and the process proceeds to S77 described later. More specifically, in S64, when it is determined that the 15R big hit is determined by the big hit type flag described above, the shortened variation pattern table of the fluctuation pattern table for determining the 15R big hit is selected, When it is determined that the 2R big hit (2R probability variable big hit) is determined by the big hit type flag, a shortened variation pattern table is selected as the variation pattern table for determining the 2R big hit.

  Further, when the process proceeds to S65 as described above, it is determined whether or not the small display is determined to be the variable display by determining whether or not the small hit flag set in S30 is set. To do. If it is determined that the small hit is not determined, the process proceeds to S69 described later. On the other hand, when it is determined that the small hit is determined, it is determined whether or not the time reduction flag is set (S66).

  When it is determined that the time reduction flag is not set, it is in a non-time reduction state, so as a data table used to determine the fluctuation pattern, the non-shortening fluctuation pattern table of the fluctuation pattern table for determining the small hits Is selected (S67), and the process proceeds to S77 described later. On the other hand, when it is determined that the time reduction flag is set, the time reduction state is set, and therefore, the shortened variation pattern table is selected from the variation pattern tables for determining small hits (S68), and the process proceeds to S77 described later. . In order to make it difficult for the player to recognize whether the variation pattern selected by the variation pattern table for determining the small hit is 2R probability variation big hit or small hit depending on the variation pattern, the variation pattern for determining the 2R big hit The variation pattern is the same as the variation pattern selected by the table. For this reason, the variation pattern table for determining the 2R big hit and the variation pattern table for determining the small hit may be used in common.

  Further, when the process proceeds to S69 as described above, a random number is extracted from R5, and reach determination is performed based on the extracted value. The reach determination result in this case is stored as data such as a reach flag. Then, by determining whether or not the reach flag is set, it is determined whether or not reach is determined by the reach determination in S69 (S70).

  If it is determined that the reach is determined, it is determined whether or not the time reduction flag is set (S71). When it is determined that the time reduction flag is not set, it is in a non-time reduction state, so as a data table used for determining the fluctuation pattern, the non-shortening fluctuation pattern table of the fluctuation pattern table for determining the reach deviation Is selected (S72), and the process proceeds to S77. On the other hand, when it is determined that the time reduction flag is set, the time reduction state is set, and therefore, as a data table used for determining the fluctuation pattern, the shortened fluctuation pattern table of the fluctuation pattern table for determining reach deviation is used. Is selected (S73), and the process proceeds to S77.

  On the other hand, when it is determined in S70 that the reach is not determined, it is determined whether or not the time reduction flag is set (S74). When it is determined that the time reduction flag is not set, it is a non-time reduction state, and therefore, as a data table used for determining a fluctuation pattern, a non-shortening fluctuation pattern table of fluctuation pattern tables for determining deviation is usually used. Is selected (S75), and the process proceeds to S77. On the other hand, when it is determined that the time reduction flag is set, the time reduction state is set. Therefore, as a data table used for determining the fluctuation pattern, a shortened fluctuation pattern table of the fluctuation pattern table for determining deviation is usually used. Is selected (S76), and the process proceeds to S77.

  In S77, a random number is extracted from R4, and a variation pattern is selected using the variation pattern table selected in any of S63, S64, S67, S68, S72, S73, S75, and S76 based on the extracted value. . Thereby, the variation pattern command to be selected is specified in S77.

  Then, the special symbol display 8 performs a process for starting the variation display of the special symbol (S78). Specifically, a drive signal for starting the special symbol variation display is set on the special symbol display 8, and the drive signal is output in S114 of FIG. Then, the setting (command set) for transmitting the variation pattern command corresponding to the variation pattern information selected in S77 is performed (S79). When the variation pattern command is set in this way, the variation pattern command is output in S108 of FIG. Based on the selected variation pattern, the special symbol display unit 8 sets the variation display time to the special symbol process timer, and then starts the special symbol process timer (S80). The special symbol process timer is a timer used for managing the variable display time. Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the special symbol variation process (S143) (S81), and the process returns.

  FIG. 19 is a flowchart showing the special symbol stop process (S144) in the special symbol process. In the special symbol stop process, the game control microcomputer 560 performs the following process.

  First, a process for stopping the special symbol variation display is performed (S150). Specifically, a drive signal for stopping the variation display of the special symbol for which the variation display is performed on the special symbol display 8 is set, and the drive signal is output in S114 of FIG. As a result, the special symbol is stopped and displayed at the stop symbol determined as described above. Further, the address of the command transmission table corresponding to the symbol stop command is set in the pointer (S151). The symbol stop command is a command for designating (specifying) that the variable display of the decorative symbol on the variable display device 9 is stopped. The symbol stop command set in S151 is transmitted to the effect control board 80 in S108 of FIG. When receiving the symbol stop command, the effect control microcomputer 800 executes control for stopping the variation display of the decorative symbol on the variation display device 9 and deriving and displaying the display result.

  Next, whether or not the probability change flag is in the reset state and whether the time reduction flag is in the set state in order to determine whether or not the low accuracy base state is limited in which the time reduction state is limited. Is determined (S152). When the probability variation flag is reset and the time reduction flag is not set, that is, when the state is other than the low accuracy base, the process proceeds to S156 described later. On the other hand, when the probability variation flag is reset and the time reduction flag is set, that is, when the state is based on the low accuracy base, “1” is subtracted from the time reduction counter (S153). Here, the time reduction counter is a counting means used for managing the duration of the time reduction state in the low-accuracy base state. The hourly time counter is set to a predetermined number (for example, 100 times) in the game state management process described later with reference to FIG. 22, and is updated by one subtraction at S153 every time the special symbol and decorative symbol are displayed once. The

  Next, it is determined whether or not the value of the time reduction counter is “0” (S154). When the value of the time reduction counter is not “0”, the process proceeds to S156 described later. On the other hand, when the value of the time reduction counter is “0”, the time reduction state end condition is satisfied, so that the time reduction flag is reset to end the time reduction state (S155), and the process proceeds to S156.

  In S156, it is confirmed whether or not the big hit flag is set. When the big hit flag is set in S156, that is, when the big hit flag is set in S31 when it is determined that the big hit is determined in S25 and S26 in the special symbol normal processing (S140), the big hit type of big hit determined in S41 is detected. A setting (command set) for transmitting the big hit start command, which is a hit start command indicating that it is started, is set (S157), and the process proceeds to S159a described later. Specifically, in S157, a setting is made to transmit a jackpot start command for specifying the jackpot type corresponding to the jackpot type flag set in S42.

  The hit start command set in S157 is transmitted to the effect control board 80 in S108 of FIG. When receiving the jackpot start command, the effect control microcomputer 800 performs display control according to the jackpot start command received by the variable display device 9.

  If the big hit flag is not set in S156, it is determined whether or not the small hit flag is set (S158). When the small hit flag is set, a setting (command set) for transmitting a small hit start command which is a hit start command indicating that the small hit is started (S159), and the process proceeds to S159a. On the other hand, when the small hit flag is not set, the fluctuation display result is out of date, so the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal process (S140) (S159b), and the return To do. In S159a, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the special winning opening opening pre-processing (S145), and the process returns.

  FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing the special winning opening opening pre-processing (S145) in the special symbol process. In the pre-opening process for the big prize opening, the game control microcomputer 560 performs the following process.

  First, it is determined whether or not the 2R probability variable big hit flag is set by determining whether or not the 2R probability variable big hit flag is set (S160). When it is determined that the 2R probability variation big hit has been determined, the process proceeds to S164 described later. On the other hand, when it is determined that the 2R probability variable big hit is not determined (when 15R normal big hit, 15R positive variable big hit, 15R short time big hit, or small hit is decided), the small hit flag is set. By determining whether or not it is determined, it is determined whether or not the small hit is determined (S161).

  When it is not determined to be a small hit, that is, when it is determined to be a 15R normal big hit, 15R probability variable big hit, or 15R short-time big hit, when repeated continuous control is performed in 15 rounds, that is, a special variable Since the winning ball apparatus 20 is opened 15 times, the number of opening times of the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is set to 15 (S162), and the upper limit value data of the opening time of the big winning opening in each round is set to 30. Seconds are set (S163), and the process proceeds to S166, which will be described later. As a result, the number of times of opening executed in the special winning opening opening process is 15, and the maximum time of opening in each round is 30 seconds. On the other hand, when it is determined that the small hit is determined, the process proceeds to S164.

  In S164, the data on the number of times of opening of the big prize opening is set to 2 times, the data on the opening time of the big prize opening in the opening times of each big prize opening is set to 1 second (S165), and the process proceeds to S166. As a result, for each of the 2R probability variation big hit and the small win, the number of times of opening of the big prize opening executed in the processing during opening of the big prize opening becomes two, and the opening time at the opening time of each big prize opening is 1 second. It becomes.

  In S166, in addition to the above-described number of times of opening and the upper limit value of the opening time, data necessary for controlling the winning gaming state by big hit or small hit is set. As an example, the interval period between each open state (round) in the big hit gaming state is set by S166. Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the special winning opening open process (S146) (S167), and the process returns.

  FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing the hit end process (S147) in the special symbol process. In the winning end process, the game control microcomputer 560 performs the following process.

  First, the winning end opening process (S146) is performed by subtracting and updating the winning end timer (S171). Then, it is determined whether or not the hit end timer has timed out (value has become “0”) (S172). If it is determined that the hit end timer has not timed out, the process returns. Accordingly, the hit end timer counts the execution time of the ending display by being subtracted and updated every time the hit end process is executed. On the other hand, when the hit end timer times out, a special game process, which is a process for managing the probability / base state including the probability variation state as the special game state, is performed (S173). The processing content of the special game processing will be described later with reference to FIG. Then, the flag (hit flag) related to hit such as big hit flag, 15R normal big hit flag, 15R probability variable big hit flag, 15R short time big hit flag, 2R positive variable big hit flag, small hit flag, etc. is reset (S174), and the special symbol The value of the process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the special symbol normal process (S140) (S175), and the process returns.

  FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing the special game process (S173) in the winning end process. The game control microcomputer 560 performs the following processing in the special game processing.

  First, it is determined whether or not the normal big hit flag is set (S181). When it is determined that the normal big hit flag is not set, the process proceeds to S185 described later. On the other hand, when it is determined that the normal big hit flag is set, the probability variation flag is set to the reset state (S182), and the time reduction flag is set to the reset state (S183). Here, the reset state means that the flag state is changed to the reset state when the flag state is in the set state, and the flag state is changed to the reset state when the flag state is in the reset state. It includes both meanings of holding and indicates that a reset state is obtained as a result. The meaning of the reset state is similarly applied to the following description of the special game process. Similarly, the meaning of the set state used in the following description is that the flag state is changed to the set state when the flag state is in the reset state, and the flag state is in the set state. Sometimes includes both meanings of keeping the flag state set. Then, “0” is set to the time counter (S184), and the process returns. Thereby, after the end of the big hit gaming state, the probability / base state becomes the low probability low base state.

  When it is determined in S181 that the normal big hit flag is not set, it is determined whether or not the short hit flag at 15R is set (S185). If it is determined that the 15R hour big hit flag is not set, the process proceeds to S189 described later. On the other hand, when it is determined that the 15R hour and big hit flag is set, the probability variation flag is reset (S186) and the hourly flag is set (S187). Then, the value of the time reduction counter is set to “100” (S188), and the process returns. Thereby, after the end of the big hit gaming state, the probability / base state becomes the low probability high base state, and in the period until the variable display is performed 100 times, it becomes the short time state (high base state).

  When it is determined in S185 that the 15R hourly big hit flag is not set, it is determined whether or not the 15R probability variable big hit flag is set (S189). When it is determined that the 15R probability variable big hit flag is not set, the process proceeds to S193 described later. On the other hand, when it is determined that the 15R probability variation big hit flag is set, the probability variation flag is set (S190) and the time reduction flag is set (S191). Then, “0” is set in the time counter (S192), and the process returns. Thereby, after the end of the big hit gaming state, the probability / base state becomes a highly accurate base state. As described above, when the 15R probability variable big hit flag is set, the time-short state is controlled by setting the time-short flag in S191. In this case, the time-short state is 100 when the time-short state is 100 as in the case of 15R short-time big hit. This is not a so-called number-of-times cut that ends when the variable display is performed, but continues until the next big hit. Therefore, when the 15R probability variation big hit is reached, the processing of S153 to S155 of FIG. 19 is not performed, and the time-shortage counter setting as performed in S188 is not performed.

  If it is determined in S189 that the 15R probability variable jackpot flag is not set, it is determined whether or not the 2R probability variable jackpot flag is set (S193). If it is determined that the 2R probability variable big hit flag is not set, the process returns. On the other hand, when it is determined that the 2R probability variation big hit flag is set, the probability variation flag is set (S194) and the time reduction flag is reset (S195). Then, “0” is set in the time counter (S196), and the process returns. As a result, the probability / base state becomes the high probability low base state after the end of the big hit gaming state.

  Next, the operation of the effect control microcomputer 800 will be described. FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing the effect control main process executed by the effect control microcomputer 800.

  In the effect control main process, first, an initialization process is performed for clearing the RAM area, setting various initial values, initializing a timer for determining the activation control activation interval, and the like (S201). When the initialization process is completed, the production control microcomputer 800 monitors the timer interrupt flag (S202). When the timer interruption occurs, the production control microcomputer 800 sets “1” as the value of the timer interruption flag in the timer interruption process. If “1” is set as the value of the timer interrupt flag in S202, the effect control microcomputer 800 clears the value of the timer interrupt flag (S203), and executes the following effect control process.

  A timer interrupt occurs every 33 msec, for example. That is, the effect control process is activated every 33 msec, for example. Further, in the timer interrupt process in this embodiment, only the process of setting “1” as the value of the timer interrupt flag is performed, and the specific effect control process is executed in the main process. The effect control process may be executed.

  In the effect control process, first, a power-off process for monitoring whether or not a power-off signal is output is executed (S204). Next, command analysis processing for analyzing the received effect control command is executed (S205). Next, an effect control process is performed (S206). The contents of the effect control process will be described later with reference to FIG. In the effect control process, a process corresponding to the current control state (effect control process flag) is selected from the processes corresponding to the control state, and effect control including display control of the variable display device 9 is executed.

  Next, a random number update process for updating a predetermined random counter is executed (S207). In the random number update process, for example, various random counters such as the random counters RS1 to RS3 for determining the stop symbol for the decorative symbols and the random counters RS4 and RS5 for determining the contents of the effect described above are updated. Thereafter, the process returns to the process of checking the timer interrupt flag in S202. An INT signal for effect control from the main board 31 is input to an interrupt terminal of the effect control microcomputer 800. For example, when the INT signal from the main board 31 is turned on, the INT control microcomputer 800 generates an INT interrupt. Then, the effect control microcomputer 800 executes effect control command reception processing in the interrupt processing. In the effect control command reception process, the effect control microcomputer 800 stores the received effect control command data in a command reception buffer provided in the RAM 85.

  Next, command analysis processing in S205 of FIG. 23 will be described. FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing command analysis processing.

  In the command analysis process, it is determined whether or not there is a reception command in the command reception buffer (S211). If there is no reception command, the process returns. On the other hand, when there is a reception command, the reception command is read (S212). The command data read here is erased in the command reception buffer. Then, it is determined whether or not the read reception command is the symbol information command described above (S213). If it is a symbol information command, the symbol information (disconnected, big hit, small hit) indicated by the symbol information command is stored in the symbol information storage area provided in the RAM 85 (S214).

  Next, when the received symbol information command indicates information relating to the big hit or the small hit, as the hit information, the big hit information indicating the type of big hit designated by the symbol information command (15R normal big hit, 15R probability big hit, 15R short hit big hit, and 2R probability variation big hit) or small hit information indicating a small hit is stored in the hit information storage area provided in the RAM 85 (S215). Then, in response to the received command, a symbol information reception flag that is a reception flag that can identify the received command is set (S216). Then, the process returns to S211.

  Since the symbol information reception flag can identify the received symbol information command, the above-described S214 and S215 are not provided when the content of the command can be identified based on the received symbol information command. May be. Conversely, S216 need not be provided when the type of the received symbol information command can be specified based on the information stored in S214 and S215.

  If it is determined in S213 that it is not a symbol information command, it is determined whether or not the read received command is a variation pattern command (S217). If it is a variation pattern command, data specifying the variation pattern indicated by the variation pattern command is stored in a variation pattern data storage area provided in the RAM 85 (S218). Then, in response to the received command, a variation pattern reception flag, which is a reception flag that can identify the received command, is set (S219), and the process returns to S211. Since the fluctuation pattern reception flag can identify the received fluctuation pattern command, if the contents of the command can be identified based on the received fluctuation pattern command, the above-described S218 may be omitted. Good. On the other hand, since the data specifying the fluctuation pattern stored in S218 can specify the received fluctuation pattern command, the contents of the command can be specified based on the data specifying the fluctuation pattern stored in S218. When doing so, the aforementioned S219 may not be provided.

  Further, it is determined whether or not the read received command is the hit start command (S220). If it is a hit start command, a hit start command reception flag, which is a reception flag capable of specifying the received command, is set corresponding to the received command (S221), and the process returns to S211.

  Further, it is determined whether or not the read reception command is the above-mentioned ending display command (S222). If it is an ending display command, an ending display command reception flag, which is a reception flag capable of specifying the received command, is set corresponding to the received command (S223). Then, the process returns to S211. If it is determined in S222 that the received command is not an ending display command, it is determined what other received command is, a command reception flag corresponding to the received command is set (S224), and the process returns to S211. That is, S229 collectively shows processing corresponding to reception of various commands other than the above-described symbol information command, variation pattern command, hit start command, and ending display command.

  Next, the effect control process process by S206 of FIG. 23 is demonstrated. FIG. 25 is a flowchart showing the effect control process. In the effect control process, any one of S400 to S406 is executed according to the value of the effect control process flag. In each process, the following process is executed.

  Fluctuation pattern command reception waiting process (S400): It is confirmed whether or not a variation pattern command has been received. When it is confirmed that a variation pattern command has been received, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to S401. To do.

  Symbol variation start processing (S401): For the variation display of the decorative symbol, the display result of the decorative symbol in the variation display such as the combination of the off symbol, the combination of the small hit symbol, and the combination of the big hit symbol is determined. Then, in accordance with the variation pattern command, a variation pattern that is actually used for variation display on the variation display device 9 is determined from a plurality of predetermined variation patterns of decorative patterns that can be displayed as images. Further, the variation display time is set according to the determined variation pattern, and the variation of the decorative symbols (left, middle, right symbol) in the variation display device 9 is started. Thereafter, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to S402. The contents of the symbol variation start process will be described later with reference to FIG.

  Symbol variation processing (S402): Controls the switching timing of each variation state (variation speed, etc.) constituting the variation pattern of the decorative symbol on the variation display device 9 and monitors the end of the set variation time. Then, when the set variation time ends, the left, middle and right symbols of the decorative symbols are temporarily stopped, and control is performed so that the variation of the symbols is swaying without confirming the display result. Thereafter, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value according to S403.

  Symbol stop waiting process (S403): If the symbol stop command for designating all symbols to be decorated has been received after the variation time specified by the variation pattern command has passed, the variation display device 9 performs the variation of the ornament symbol. Control is performed to stop (stop the shaking fluctuation state described above) and display a stop symbol as a fluctuation display result. Thereafter, when the decorative symbol stop symbol on the variation display device 9 becomes a hit display result (including a big hit and a small hit), the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value according to S404, and the variation display device 9 When the stop design of the decorative design at is a display result, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value according to S400.

  Winning display process (S404): When the 15R normal big hit, the short hit at 15R, or the 15R probability change big hit, the display at the start of the big hit is performed after the variation time of the decorative symbol on the variable display device 9 is completed. Thereafter, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to S405. On the other hand, when 2R probability variation big hit or small hit is reached, the decorated special hit display is not performed, and the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value according to S405.

  Process during winning game (S405): Control is performed to display an effect during winning game, which is a display for performing effects during the winning game state including effects during the big hit gaming state and effects during the small hit gaming state. For example, in the 15R jackpot game state, various effects during each open state in the jackpot game state, and various effects during the interval period between the open states, etc., for the decorated effects during the 15R jackpot game state Display is executed. On the other hand, in each of the 2R big hit gaming state and the small hit gaming state, the decorated special effects like the 15R big hit gaming state are not performed. Then, when the winning game process is completed, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value according to S406. When the winning display process ends, in order to perform the ending display, the end display timer for managing the execution time of the ending display is set to the end display time corresponding to the execution time of the ending display, and the end display timer is started. .

  Winning game end process (S406): Ending display is performed as an effect when the winning game state including the big hit game state and the small hit game state is ended. Thereafter, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to S400. The display time of the ending display is managed by using an end display timer in which time is set in the hit game process. For example, a common ending display is performed for 15R normal big hit, 15R hourly big hit, and 15R probability variable big hit. This makes it difficult for the player to recognize which type of jackpot for the jackpot gaming state in which the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is opened 15 times. Since the mission effect is not performed for the 15R normal big hit, the ending display may be performed separately from the other 15R big hits, and the combination of the big hit symbols is set separately from the other 15R big hits. May be. In other words, for the big hit that does not satisfy the condition that the base of the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 in the winning game state is the same as the target for performing the mission effect and the base is the same after the winning gaming state ends. The combination of the ending display and the jackpot symbol may be provided separately from the jackpot for which the mission effect is to be performed. In addition, the 2R probability variation big hit and the small hit basically perform a common ending display that does not perform a decorated special effect. This makes it difficult for the player to recognize whether the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is released twice or not, whether the 2R probability variable big hit or the small hit. However, with regard to the ending display of 2R probability variation big hit and small hit, when the mission effect is newly started, the mission content is notified in the ending display as shown in FIG. When continuing without starting, the content of the mission is not notified in the ending display. Therefore, for the 2R probability variation big hit and small hit ending displays, the ending display is different between when the mission effect is newly started and when the mission effect is continued without being newly started.

  Next, the symbol variation start process in S401 of FIG. 25 will be described. FIG. 26 is a flowchart showing the symbol variation start process (S401) of FIG. In the symbol variation start process, the effect control microcomputer 800 performs the following process.

  First, it is a process of selecting and determining the contents of the decorative display variation display result (combination symbol combination, small hit symbol combination, and big hit symbol combination) and the effect display (including the mission effect) in the variable display. A display result / effect determination process is performed (S231). The contents of the display result / effect determination process will be described later with reference to FIG.

  Next, based on whether any of the mission mode flags set as described later is set, it is determined whether or not the mission mode is set (S232). Here, the mission mode flag is a flag indicating that it is a control mode in which the mission effect is performed. The mission mode flag is set when the mission effect is performed in the high base state, and the mission effect is low. And a low base mission mode flag that is set when performed in the base state. In the following description, the term “mission mode flag” simply refers to the high base time mission mode flag and the low base time mission mode flag.

  When it is determined that it is the mission mode, the process proceeds to S234 described later. On the other hand, when it is determined that the mode is not the mission mode, display data for performing variation display with the variation pattern corresponding to the received variation pattern command is set (S233). And it progresses to S236 mentioned later. Specifically, in S233, the variation pattern is set by selecting and setting data used for variation display in the variation pattern corresponding to the received variation pattern command.

  When it is determined that the mission mode is in S232 and the process proceeds to S234, the mission counter is updated by subtracting "1". The mission counter is a counting means used for managing the progress of the mission effect in the mission mode, and the progress degree of the mission effect is grasped according to the value of the mission counter. By S234, the mission counter is subtracted and updated every time the variable display is performed. Then, in addition to the display data for variably displaying the decorative pattern with the variation pattern corresponding to the received variation pattern command (reduced display as shown in FIG. 10), it is determined by the above-described display result / effect determination processing or the like. Based on the contents of the mission effect, various display data for performing the mission effect as described above are set corresponding to the progress degree of the mission effect (S235). For example, the remaining fluctuation display count shown in FIG. 10 is displayed based on the data of the remaining fluctuation display count in the mission effect managed by the value of the mission counter. Specifically, the mission effect is set to advance each time the variation display is executed, and image data to be displayed as the mission effect is selected and set as a variation pattern according to the degree of progress. .

  Then, the variation display time corresponding to the variation pattern set in S233 or S235 is set in a variation time timer for measuring the variation display time in the variation display device 9, and the variation display time is measured by the variation time timer. It is started (S236). Then, the variation display of the decorative pattern for deriving and displaying the display result in the variation display device 9 is started with the variation pattern set in S233 or S235 (S237). Then, the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the symbol changing process (S402) (S238), and the process returns.

  FIG. 27 is a flowchart showing the display result / effect determination process (S231) in the symbol variation start process. In the display result / effect determination process, first, it is determined whether or not the display result of the decorative symbol variation display performed according to the received effect control command is to be the jackpot display result (S241). Specifically, based on the hit information stored in the command analysis processing, when it is determined that 15R normal big hit, 15R probability big hit, 15R short time big hit, or 2R probability big hit is designated as the symbol information command, the big hit Judged as the display result.

  If it is determined that the jackpot display result is obtained, the process proceeds to S247 described later. On the other hand, when it is determined not to be the big hit display result, it is determined whether or not the display result of the decorative symbol variation display performed according to the received effect control command is the small hit display result (S242). Specifically, based on the hit information stored in the command analysis process, when it is determined that a command designating the small hit is received, it is determined that the small hit display result is obtained.

  If it is determined that the result is a small hit display result, the predetermined combination of small hit symbols as described above is determined and stored as the decorative symbol variation display result (S243), and the process returns. On the other hand, when it is determined that the small hit display result is not used, it is determined whether or not the display result of the decorative symbol variation display performed according to the received effect control command is used as the reach-removed display result (S244). Specifically, based on the symbol information stored in the symbol information storage area in the command analysis process (decreased, jackpot), it is determined that the designation command has been received as a symbol information command, and in the command analysis processing, the variation pattern data storage area is determined. When it is determined that the command specifying the reach deviation is received based on the stored information of the variation pattern command, it is determined that the reach is the display result.

  If it is determined that the result is a reach-removed display result, a combination of reach-removed symbols is randomly determined and stored in the RAM 85 as a variation display result of the decorative symbols (S245), and the process returns. More specifically, first, the values of the random symbols RS1 to RS3 for determining decorative symbols are extracted. Then, using the reach design determination data table in which the relationship between the value of RS1 and the reach design is determined in advance, the corresponding reach design is selected from the extracted values of RS1, and the combination of the reach design is selected from the left and right designs. It is determined as a combination of stop symbols (reach symbols). Then, using the middle symbol determination data table in which the relationship between RS2 and the middle symbol is determined in advance, the corresponding middle symbol is selected from the extracted value of RS2. However, when the middle symbol corresponding to the extracted value of RS2 matches the reach symbol, the middle symbol is corrected so as not to match the reach symbol.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the reach is not displayed as a display result, the display is a display result other than the reach display result. Specifically, in this case, a deviation designation command is received as the symbol information command, and a deviation fluctuation pattern other than the reach fluctuation pattern is received as the fluctuation pattern command. In this case, as the decorative symbol variation display result, the combination of the off symbol other than the reach off display result is randomly determined and stored in the RAM 85 (S246), and the process returns. More specifically, first, values of random counters RS1 to RS3 for determining decorative symbols are extracted. The left symbol determination data table in which the relationship between the value of RS1 and the left symbol is predetermined, the above-described middle symbol determination data table, and the right symbol in which the relationship between the value of RS3 and the right symbol is predetermined Using the determination data table, the corresponding decorative design is selected from the extracted values of RS1 to RS3, and the combination of the decorative design is determined as the combination of the stop design of the decorative design. However, when the combination of the decorative symbols corresponding to the extracted values of RS1 to RS3 matches the combination of the big hit symbol, the combination of the small hit symbol, and the combination of the reach off symbol, it is predetermined so as not to match. Correction for changing the position symbol (for example, the middle symbol or the right symbol) is performed.

  When it is determined that the combination of jackpot symbol is determined by the above-described determination of S241 and the process proceeds to S247, whether or not the display result of the variation display of the decorative symbol performed according to the received effect control command is set as the 2R probability variable jackpot display result. Determine whether. Specifically, based on the hit information stored in the command analysis process, when it is determined that the 2R probability variable big hit is designated, it is determined that the 2R probability variable big hit display result is obtained.

  When it is determined that the 2R probability variation jackpot display result is obtained, the predetermined 2R probability variation jackpot symbol combination as described above is determined and stored in the RAM 85 as the decorative symbol variation display result (S248). move on. On the other hand, when it is determined that the 2R-probable big hit display result is not used, the 15R big hit display result is any of 15R normal big hit, 15R hourly big hit, and 15R positive variable big hit. The 15R jackpot symbol combination is determined and stored in the RAM 85 (S249), and the process proceeds to S250 described later. In S249, the combination of the 15R big hit symbol that becomes a doublet is determined as follows. First, the value of RS1 is extracted. Then, using the 15R jackpot symbol determination data table in which the relationship between the value of RS1 and the jackpot symbol is predetermined, a corresponding 15R jackpot symbol combination is selected from the extracted values of RS1, and the combination of the 15R jackpot symbol Is determined as the display result of the decorative pattern variation.

  In S250, based on determining whether any of the mission mode flags is set, it is determined whether or not the mission mode is set. If it is determined that the mode is not the mission mode, the process returns. On the other hand, when it is determined that the mode is the mission mode, an item count effect determining process for determining the content of the item count effect is executed, and the process returns. The contents of the item count effect determination process will be described with reference to FIG.

  FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing the item count effect determining process (S251) in the display result / effect determining process. In the item counting effect determination process, first, it is determined whether or not it is time to perform a variable display at the time of determination of 15R big hit (any one of 15R normal big hit, 15R probability variable big hit, and 15R hourly big hit) ( S261). Specifically, in S261, when the hit information stored in the hit information storage area in S215 indicates any 15R big hit, it is determined that the 15R big hit is determined.

  If it is determined that the 15R big hit is determined, the process proceeds to S262 described later. On the other hand, when it is determined that it is not at the time of determination of 15R big hit, it is determined whether or not it is in a probability variation state based on whether or not a probability variation mode flag described later is set (S263). Here, the probability variation mode flag is a flag indicating whether or not the probability variation state is set, and is set when the probability variation state is established.

  If it is determined in S263 that the state is not a certain change state, the process proceeds to S275 described later. On the other hand, when it is determined that the state is a certain variation state, it is determined whether or not the above-described long-term variation pattern designation command is received based on the data stored in the variation pattern data storage area in the command analysis process (S264). When it is determined that the long-term variation pattern designation command has not been received, that is, when it is determined that the short-term variation pattern designation command has been received, the above-described first item data table at the time of probability variation is selected (S265), and S267, which will be described later. Proceed to On the other hand, when it is determined that the long-term variation pattern designation command has been received, the above-described second item data table at the time of probability variation is selected (S266), and the process proceeds to S267 described later.

  In S267, using the data table selected in S265 or S266, an increase / decrease value of the item count number in the current variation display is randomly determined. Specifically, in S267, the value of RS4 is extracted, and based on the extracted value, an increase / decrease value of the item count number corresponding to the extraction value is determined in the selected data table, and RAM85 is used as the increase / decrease value data of the item count number. Remember me. Then, based on the increase / decrease value of the item count determined in S267, it is determined whether there is an increase / decrease in the item count (S268). When it is determined that there is no increase / decrease in the item count (when “± 0”), the process returns. In this case, the item count number is not updated. In this case, the item count increase / decrease value determined in S267 is determined as the number (0) of apples 95 acquired by the character 94 in the mission effect as shown in FIG. Display data for performing is set in S235 described above. Then, the item count number that has not been updated is determined as an acquisition count value to be displayed in the count value display area 96 as a result of the effect when the character 94 goes to acquire the apple 95 in the mission effect. Display data for displaying a numerical value is set in S235 described above. Thereby, the display of the action of the character 94 trying to acquire the apple 95 as shown in FIG. 10 and the display of the acquired count value as a result of the action are performed. On the other hand, when it is determined that there is an increase / decrease in the item count number, the item count number (hereinafter referred to as the item count assumption number) when it is assumed that the item count number is updated using the increase / decrease value of the item count determined in S267. It is determined whether or not the calculated item count hypothesized number is equal to or larger than the above-described probability variation set value (S269).

  When it is determined that the updated item count assumption number is not greater than or equal to the probability variation set value, the process proceeds to S274, the item count number counted by the item counter is updated based on the item count number increase / decrease value determined in S267, and the return To do. In this case, in S274, when the item count number is updated based on the item count number increase / decrease value determined in S267, if the assumed item count value is smaller than “0”, The item count increase / decrease value is forcibly corrected to “0”. Therefore, in the case of this embodiment, control is performed so that the item count number does not become a value smaller than “0”. In this case, the item count number increase / decrease value determined in S267 or the item count number increase / decrease value corrected in S274 is acquired by the character 94 in the mission effect as shown in FIG. When corrected, it is determined as the number of apples 95 that are acquired or lost, and the number of apples 95 that increase or decrease is acquired (when the increase / decrease value is corrected to 0, 0 are acquired) or lost. Display data for performing is set in S235 described above. Then, the item count number updated in S274 is determined as an acquisition count value to be displayed in the count value display area 96 as a result of the effect when the character 94 goes to acquire the apple 95 in the mission effect. Display data for displaying the count value is set in S235 described above. Thereby, the display of the action of the character 94 trying to acquire the apple 95 as shown in FIG. 10 and the display of the acquired count value as a result of the action are performed. In S274, when the item count number is updated based on the item count number increase / decrease value determined in S267, if the assumed item count value is smaller than “0”, the updated item count number is set. The value may not be forcibly set to “0” but may be a value smaller than “0” as it is.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the updated item count assumption number is greater than or equal to the probability variation set value, it is determined whether or not a probability variation confirmation flag set in S272 described later is set (S270). Here, the probability change confirmation flag is a flag for indicating that the probability change confirmation notification has already been performed, and is set in S272 described later.

  When the probability variation confirmation flag is set, even if the updated item count assumption number is greater than or equal to the probability variation setting value, there is no need to notify the certainty variation confirmation again, so the process proceeds to S273 described later. On the other hand, when the probability change confirmation flag is not set, it is necessary to notify the probability change confirmation in response to the updated item count assumption number being equal to or greater than the probability change set value, indicating that the probability change confirmation notification is performed. A probability change confirmation notification flag, which is a flag, is set (S271). This probability change confirmation notification flag is reset when the probability change confirmation notification is performed. Then, after the probability variation confirmation notification is once performed based on the probability variation confirmation notification flag set in S271, the probability variation confirmation flag is set to prevent the probability variation confirmation notification from being performed again (S272), S274. , The item count number counted by the item counter is updated based on the item count number increase / decrease value determined in S267, and the process returns. In this case, the item count increase / decrease value determined in S267 is determined as the number of apples 95 acquired by the character 94 in the mission effect as shown in FIG. Display data for performing is set in S235 described above. Then, the item count number updated in S274 is determined as an acquisition count value to be displayed in the count value display area 96 as a result of the effect when the character 94 goes to acquire the apple 95 in the mission effect. Display data for displaying the count value is set in S235 described above. Further, when the item count number is equal to or larger than the probability variation set value, display data for performing probability variation confirmation notification as shown in FIG. 10 (h) based on the probability variation confirmation notification flag being set. Is set in S235 described above. As a result, the action of the character 94 as shown in FIG. 10 to display the action to acquire the apple 95 and the acquired count value as a result of the action are displayed, and the probability change confirmation notification is displayed.

  If it is determined in S270 that the probability variation confirmation flag is set, the updated item count assumption number is calculated, and the calculated item count assumption number reaches the jackpot set value (greater than the jackpot set value). It is determined whether or not (the jackpot set value has been exceeded) (S273). When it is judged that the big hit set value has been reached, the item count number increase / decrease value of the current variable display is forcibly set to “0” in order to prevent the item count number from becoming the big hit set value when the big hit is not reached It correct | amends and memorize | stores (S282), and returns. In this case, the item count number is not updated by S274. In this case, the item count number increase / decrease value (± 0) corrected in S273 is determined as the number of apples 95 acquired by the character 94 (acquisition of 0) in the mission effect as shown in FIG. Display data for producing an effect that does not acquire the apple 95 is set in S235 described above. Then, the item count number that has not been updated is determined as an acquisition count value to be displayed in the count value display area 96 as a result of the effect when the character 94 goes to acquire the apple 95 in the mission effect. Display data for displaying a numerical value is set in S235 described above. Thereby, the display of the action of the character 94 trying to acquire the apple 95 as shown in FIG. 10 and the display of the acquired count value as a result of the action are performed. In this way, when the 15R big hit is not reached, the update of the item count number to the big hit set value is limited by S273, so that the item count number is updated to the big hit set value when the 15R big hit does not occur. Is prevented.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the big hit set value has not been reached, the process proceeds to S274, where the item count number counted by the item counter is updated based on the item count number increase / decrease value determined in S267, and the process returns. In this case, the item count increase / decrease value determined in S267 is determined as the number of apples 95 that the character 94 acquires or loses in the mission effect as shown in FIG. Display data for the effect of gaining or losing is set in S235 described above. Then, the item count number updated in S274 is determined as an acquisition count value to be displayed in the count value display area 96 as a result of the effect when the character 94 goes to acquire the apple 95 in the mission effect. Display data for displaying the count value is set in S235 described above. Thereby, the display of the action of the character 94 trying to acquire the apple 95 as shown in FIG. 10 and the display of the acquired count value as a result of the action are performed.

  If it is determined in S263 that the current state is not the probability variation state and the process proceeds to S275, it is determined whether the long-term variation pattern designation command is received (S275). When it is determined that a long-term variation pattern designation command has not been received, that is, when it is determined that a short-term variation pattern designation command has been received, the first item data table at the time of non-probable variation is selected (S276), which will be described later. Proceed to S278. On the other hand, when it is determined that the long-term variation pattern designation command has been received, the above-mentioned second item data table at the time of uncertain variation is selected (S277), and the process proceeds to S278 described later.

  In S278, using the data table selected in S276 or S277, an increase / decrease value of the item count number in the current variation display is randomly determined. Specifically, in S278, the value of RS4 is extracted, and based on the extracted value, an increase / decrease value of the item count number corresponding to the extraction value is determined in the selected data table, and RAM85 is used as the increase / decrease value data of the item count number. Remember me. Then, based on the increase / decrease value of the item count determined in S278, it is determined whether there is an increase / decrease in the item count (S279). When it is determined that there is no increase / decrease in the item count (when “± 0”), the process returns. In this case, the item count number is not updated by S274. In this case, the item count increase / decrease value determined in S278 is determined as the number of apples 95 acquired by the character 94 in the mission effect as shown in FIG. Display data for performing is set in S235 described above. Then, the item count number that has not been updated is determined as an acquisition count value to be displayed in the count value display area 96 as a result of the effect when the character 94 goes to acquire the apple 95 in the mission effect. Display data for displaying a numerical value is set in S235 described above. Thereby, the display of the action of the character 94 trying to acquire the apple 95 as shown in FIG. 10 and the display of the acquired count value as a result of the action are performed.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that there is an increase / decrease in the item count number, an item count assumption number that is an item count number when it is assumed that the item count number is updated using the increase / decrease value of the item count number determined in S278. It is calculated, and it is determined whether or not the calculated item count assumption number is equal to or greater than the above-described probability variation set value (S280).

  If it is determined that the updated item count assumption number is not greater than or equal to the probability variation set value, the process proceeds to S274, and the item count number counted by the item counter is updated based on the item count number increase / decrease value determined in S278, and the return To do. In this case, in S274, when the item count number is updated based on the item count number increase / decrease value determined in S278, if the assumed item count value is smaller than “0”, The item count number increase / decrease value is forcibly corrected to “0”, so that the item count number is controlled not to be smaller than “0”. In this case, the item count number increase / decrease value determined in S276 or the item count number increase / decrease value corrected in S274 is acquired by the character 94 in the mission effect as shown in FIG. When corrected, it is determined as the number of apples 95 to be acquired or lost, and the number of apples 95 increased or decreased (0 acquired when the increase / decrease value is corrected to 0) or lost. Display data for performing is set in S235 described above. Then, the item count number updated in S274 is determined as an acquisition count value to be displayed in the count value display area 96 as a result of the effect when the character 94 goes to acquire the apple 95 in the mission effect. Display data for displaying the count value is set in S235 described above. Thereby, the display of the action of the character 94 trying to acquire the apple 95 as shown in FIG. 10 and the display of the acquired count value as a result of the action are performed. In S274, when the item count number is updated based on the item count number increase / decrease value determined in S278, when the assumed item count value is smaller than “0”, the updated item count number is set. The value may not be forcibly set to “0” but may be a value smaller than “0” as it is.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the updated item count assumption number is greater than or equal to the probability variation setting value, the item count number of the current fluctuation display is used to prevent the item count number from becoming the probability variation setting value when not in the probability variation state. The increase / decrease value is forcibly corrected to “0” and stored (S281), and the process returns. In this case, the item count number is not updated by S274. In this case, the item count increase / decrease value corrected in S281 is determined as the number of apples 95 acquired by the character 94 (acquisition of 0) in the mission effect as shown in FIG. Display data for performing an effect that is not acquired is set in S235 described above. Then, the item count number that has not been updated is determined as an acquisition count value to be displayed in the count value display area 96 as a result of the effect when the character 94 goes to acquire the apple 95 in the mission effect. Display data for displaying a numerical value is set in S235 described above. Thereby, the display of the action of the character 94 trying to acquire the apple 95 as shown in FIG. 10 and the display of the acquired count value as a result of the action are performed. In this way, when the probability variation state is not established, the update of the item count number to the probability variation setting value is restricted by S280, so that when the probability variation state is not established, the item count number is updated more than the probability variation setting value. Is prevented.

  If it is determined in S261 that the 15R jackpot is determined and the process proceeds to S262, the item count is updated to the jackpot set value (S262), and the process returns. In this case, in S262, an increase number from the item count number before the update to the item count number after the update (big hit set value) is obtained, and the increase number is the character in the mission effect as shown in FIG. 94 is determined as the number of apples 95 to be acquired, and display data for producing the number of apples 95 corresponding to the increased number of apples 95 is set in S235 described above. Then, the item count updated in S262 is determined as an acquisition count value to be displayed in the count value display area 96 as a result of the effect when the character 94 goes to acquire the apple 95 in the mission effect. Display data for displaying the count value is set in S235 described above. When the item count number is updated to the big hit set value in this way, display data for performing big hit notification as shown in FIG. 10 (j) is set in S235 described above. As a result, the display of the action of the character 94 trying to acquire the apple 95 as shown in FIG. 10 and the display of the acquired count value (display updated to the jackpot set value) as a result of the action are performed. The jackpot notification is displayed.

  On the other hand, when 2R probability variable big hit or small hit is reached, the process does not proceed to S262, and the process is performed by S273 and S274 so that the item count number does not become the big hit set value. As described above, the item count number is set to the big hit setting value only when 15R big hit is achieved, as described above, in the 2R big hit gaming state and the small hit gaming state, the decorated special effects such as the 15R big hit gaming state. This is because it is difficult for the player to recognize that the 2R probability variable big hit and the small hit are won, so the 15R big hit that is recognized by the player is the target. .

  FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing the symbol variation processing (S402) of FIG. In the symbol variation processing, the effect control microcomputer 800 performs the following processing.

  First, the above-described variation time timer and the process timer used for managing display control in the symbol variation processing are updated (S291). Then, it is confirmed whether or not the process timer has timed out (S292). If it has timed out, the effect control execution data is switched (S293), and the process proceeds to S294. If not timed out, the process proceeds to S294. In this embodiment, process data indicating the variation pattern of the decorative design is provided (stored) for each variation pattern. The process data is constituted by data obtained by collecting a plurality of combinations of process timer data and presentation control execution data. In S233 or S235, the effect control microcomputer 800 sets process data as display data corresponding to the change pattern command and the progress degree of the mission effect. Then, with reference to the process data, control is performed so that the decorative symbols are variably displayed in the variation mode set in the effect control execution data for the time set in the process timer, and the mission effect is displayed at that time. To do. Thereby, after starting the variable display, it is possible to perform the variable display for deriving and displaying the display result after a predetermined time and the display of the mission effect according to the degree of progress.

  Then, it is determined whether or not the variable time timer has timed out (S294). If the variable time timer has not timed out, return. On the other hand, if the variable time timer has timed out, a monitoring timer for monitoring the reception period of the symbol stop command is set and started (S295), and the production control process flag corresponds to the symbol stop waiting process (S403). The value is updated (S296), and the process returns.

  FIG. 30 is a flowchart showing the symbol stop waiting process (S403) of FIG. In the symbol stop waiting process, the production control microcomputer 800 performs the following process.

  First, it is determined based on the command reception flag whether or not the symbol stop command is received (S301). When it is determined that the symbol stop command has been received, a stop symbol that is a display result of the decorative symbol variation display is derived and displayed (S302), and the process proceeds to S305 to be described later. On the other hand, when it is determined in S301 that the symbol stop command has not been received, it is determined whether or not the monitoring timer has timed out (S303). Here, the monitoring timer is a timer for monitoring the end timing of the decorative symbol variation display. When a symbol stop command is received before the monitoring timer expires, the decorative symbol variation display is displayed at that time. If the symbol stop command is not received by the time when the monitoring timer expires, the display result is derived and displayed when the monitoring timer expires.

  If the monitoring timer has not timed out, return. On the other hand, when the monitoring timer has timed out, the stop symbol that is the display result of the decorative symbol variation display is derived and displayed (S302), and the process proceeds to S305 to be described later.

  In S305, based on the winning information stored in the winning information storage area in S215, it is determined whether or not the big hit or the small hit is made based on the display result of the current variable display. If it is determined in S305 that the game is a big hit or a small hit, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to S404 (S306). On the other hand, when it is determined in S305 that the big hit or the small hit is not made, whether or not the mission mode is set is determined based on whether or not any mission mode flag is set (S307).

  If it is determined in S307 that the mode is not the mission mode, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to S400 (S312). On the other hand, when it is determined in S307 that the mission mode is set, it is determined whether or not the value of the mission counter is “0” (S308).

  When it is determined that the value of the mission counter is not “0”, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to S400 in order to continue the mission effect (S312). On the other hand, when it is determined that the value of the mission counter is “0”, the set mission mode flag is reset to end the mission effect (S309). Then, based on whether or not the probability variation mode flag is set, it is determined whether or not it is in the probability variation state (S263). If it is determined in S263 that the state is not a certain change state, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to S400 (S312). On the other hand, if it is determined that the state is the probability variation state, the above-described highly accurate notification is executed (S311), and then the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to S400 (S312). Specifically, as the high-accuracy notification in S312, a message indicating that the state is a high probability state is displayed. Then, until the end of the high probability state, for example, an effect of displaying a special character that is determined to be displayed only in the high probability state is different from both the effect in the normal gaming state and the mission effect. Production is performed.

  FIG. 31 is a flowchart showing the winning game end process (S406) of FIG. In the winning game end process, the production control microcomputer 800 performs the following process.

  First, it is determined whether or not the game state management process executed in S330 described later has been executed (S330a). In one big hit game state, the hit game end process is repeatedly executed in the effect control process until the end display timer started as described above times up. In one big hit game state, it is necessary to execute it only at the first execution of the hit game end process repeated for the convenience of game state management. For this reason, in the gaming state management process, when it is executed once, a gaming state management process executed flag, which is a flag indicating that it has been executed, is set. Thus, S330a determines whether or not the gaming state management process has been executed based on whether or not the gaming state management process execution completion flag is set. When it is determined in S330a that the gaming state management process has been executed, the gaming state management process for managing the gaming state after the end of the winning gaming state is executed (S330), and the process proceeds to S331. The contents of this game state management process will be described later with reference to FIG. On the other hand, when it is determined in S330a that the game state management process has not been executed, the process proceeds to S331 without executing the game state management process. In S331, the end display timer started as described above is updated (S331). Thereby, after the start timing of the end display timer, the value of the end display timer is updated every time the winning game end process is executed. Then, it is determined whether or not the end display timer has timed out (S332). When it is determined that the end display timer has not timed out, the process returns to continue the ending display. On the other hand, when it is determined that the end display timer has timed out, processing for ending the ending display is performed through S333 and S334.

  In S333, data (state data) indicating the control state such as various flags managed for the variable display where the winning gaming state ends is initialized (S333). Then, the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the variation pattern command reception waiting process (S400) (S334), and the process returns.

  FIG. 32 is a flowchart showing the game state management process (S330) in the winning game end process. In the game state management process, first, it is determined whether or not a 15R normal jackpot is designated by the received effect control command (S341). Specifically, in S341, based on the winning information stored in the command analysis process, it is determined whether or not the 15R normal big winning is designated. When it is determined that the 15R normal big hit is not designated, the process proceeds to S345 described later. On the other hand, when it is determined that the 15R normal jackpot is designated, it is determined whether or not the mission mode is set based on whether or not any mission mode flag is set (S342).

  If it is determined in S342 that the mode is not the mission mode, the process returns. On the other hand, when it is determined in S342 that the mission mode is set, the mission counter is cleared so that the value of the mission counter becomes “0” (S343). Then, the set mission mode flag is reset (S344), and the process proceeds to S344a. As a result, the mission effect ends when 15R is a normal big hit. In S344a, it is determined whether or not the probability variation mode flag is set. If the probability change mode flag is not set, the process returns. On the other hand, when the probability change mode flag is set, the probability change mode flag is reset (S344b), the game state management process execution completion flag is set in S361, and the process returns. As a result, if the 15R normal big hit occurs in the probability variation state, the probability variation mode flag is reset.

  If it is determined in S341 that the 15R normal big hit is not designated and the process proceeds to S345, it is judged whether or not the 15R probability big hit or 2R probability big hit is designated by the received effect control command (S345). Specifically, in S345, it is determined whether 15R probability variation big hit or 2R probability variation big hit is designated based on the hit information stored in the command analysis process. When it is determined that the 15R probability variation jackpot or 2R probability variation jackpot is not designated, the process proceeds to S347 described later. On the other hand, when it is determined that 15R probability variation big hit or 2R probability variation big hit is designated, the probability variation mode flag is set (S346), and the process proceeds to S347 described later. Thereby, it is shown that it is in a probability variation state.

  In S347, it is determined whether or not the high base time mission mode flag is set (S347). In the case of this embodiment, the mission effect is executed when 15R probability variable big hit, 15R short time big hit, 15R short-range big hit, and 2R probability variable big hit, respectively, and when it is a small hit. . The mission performances executed based on the 15R probability variable big hit and the 15R short time big hit are each in the time-short state, that is, the mission performance executed in the high base state, and hence called the high base time mission effect. The mission mode flag is set. On the other hand, since the mission effect executed based on the 2R probability variable big hit is a mission effect executed in a non-time-short state, that is, a low base state, it is called a low base time mission effect, and the low base time mission mode flag is set. Set.

  If it is determined that the high base mission mode flag is set, it is determined whether or not a small hit is specified by the received effect control command (S348). Specifically, in S348, it is determined whether or not a small hit is designated based on the hit information stored in the command analysis process. When it is determined that the small hit is designated, the game state management process execution completion flag is set in S361, and then the process returns. As a result, in the mission production in the high base state in which the mission mode flag at the time of high base is set, the new mission production is not started when the small hit is made, and the mission production that has been executed until then is continued. And executed. In this way, in the state where the mission effect is executed in the high base state where the high base mission mode flag is set, the mission effect that has been executed until then is continuously executed when the small hit is made. The reason for this is to stop the mission effect by completing a small hit and clear the count value of the previous item to 0. is there. On the other hand, when it is determined in S348 that the small hit is not designated, that is, when the 15R probability variable big hit or the 2R probability variable big hit is designated, the process proceeds to S351 described later in order to newly execute the mission effect. In such a state where the mission effect in the high base state in which the high base mission mode flag is set is being executed, when the 2R probability variation big hit is made, the mission effect that has been executed until then is not continued. The new mission production starts from the high base state to the low base state due to the 2R probability variation big hit, so if the production state does not change despite the base state change, This is because it can give distrust to the game.

  On the other hand, when it is determined in S347 that the high base time mission mode flag is not set, it is determined whether or not the low base time mission mode flag is set (S349). When it is determined that the low base time mission mode flag is not set, the process proceeds to S351 described later in order to newly execute the mission effect. On the other hand, when it is determined that the low base time mission mode flag is set, it is determined whether or not 2R probability variation big hit or small hit is designated by the received effect control command (S350).

  Specifically, in S350, based on the winning information stored in the command analysis process, it is determined whether or not 2R probability variation big hit or small hit is designated. If it is determined that 2R probability variable big hit or small hit is designated, the game state management process execution completion flag is set in S361, and then the routine returns. As a result, in the mission production in the low base state in which the mission mode flag at the time of low base is set, when the 2R probability variable big hit or small hit is reached, a new mission production is not started and has been executed until then. Mission production is executed continuously. Thus, in the state where the mission effect in the low base state where the low base mission mode flag is set is being executed, when the 2R probability variable big hit or small hit, The reason why the game is continuously executed is that if the mission effect is ended by clearing the 2R probability variation big hit or the small hit and the count value of the items up to that point is cleared to 0, the player's interest will be reduced. This is to prevent a decline in interest.

  When the process proceeds to S351, the mission counter is cleared so that the value of the mission counter becomes “0” (S351). Then, the mission mode flag is reset (S352). Then, it is determined whether or not 15R probability variation big hit or 15R short time big hit is designated by the received effect control command (S353). Specifically, in S353, based on the hit information stored in the command analysis process, it is determined whether or not the 15R probability variable big hit or the 15R short-time big hit is designated. When it is determined that the 15R probability variable big hit or the 15R short time big hit is designated, the high base state is set, the high base time mission mode flag is set (S354), and the process proceeds to S356 described later. On the other hand, when it is determined in S353 that the 15R probability variation big hit or the 15R short time big hit is not designated, the low base state is set, the low base time mission mode flag is set (S355), and the process proceeds to S356 described later.

  When the process proceeds to S356, a process for selecting and determining the type of mission to be executed is performed according to whether or not the state is in the probability variation state (S356). For example, missions include “Miscellaneous change confirmed with 8 apples” and “Minus hit with 10 apples”, Mission B “Probable change confirmed with 10 apples” and “Big hit with 12 apples”, and “Apples” A plurality of types of missions, such as a mission C of “Probable change confirmation with 12” and “Big hit with 14 apples”, are determined, and one mission is selected from such a plurality of types of missions. These multiple types of missions have different levels of success. For example, the smaller the number of apples that are determined to be probable and the number of apples that are jackpots, the lower the difficulty, and the greater the number of apples that are determined to be probable and jackpots and the number of apples that are jackpots High degree.

  When determining the probability variation set value as an achievement condition for confirming the probability variation and the jackpot set value as the achievement condition for jackpot as the contents of the mission, there are multiple types of both the probability variation set value and the jackpot set value. Alternatively, one of the probability variation set value and the jackpot set value may be selected from a plurality of types of values. In other words, when determining the probability variation setting value as an achievement condition for confirming probability variation and the jackpot setting value as an achievement condition for jackpot as the mission contents, at least one of the probability variation setting value and the jackpot setting value is determined. Can be selected from a plurality of types.

  In the ROM 84, the relationship between the extracted value of RS5 and the selected mission is defined, and a data table provided for selecting a mission from the extracted value of RS5 is stored. In S356, the value of RS5 is stored. Extraction is performed, and the type of mission is selected and determined at random based on the extracted value. In the data table, data is set so that when the probability change state is set, the ratio of selecting a mission with a low difficulty level is higher than when the probability change state is not set. As a result, a mission with a lower difficulty level is more easily selected when entering the probability variation state than when not entering the probability variation state, so when entering the probability variation state, the probability variation state of the player who plays the game by looking at the difficulty level of the mission In addition, the expectation for the big hit gaming state can be improved.

  Then, a mission type flag that identifies the type of mission determined in S356 is set (S357). Next, 100 is set as the data of the number of mission continuations set in the mission counter (S358), and the initial value “0” is set as the count value of the item counter for counting items (S359). Then, as shown in (d) and (e) of FIG. 10, after performing the process for executing the display for informing the contents of the mission to be started, the game state management process execution completion flag is set in S361. Return (S360). Thereby, in the ending display, a display for notifying the contents of the mission as shown in FIGS. 10D and 10E is executed. By executing such display, the player can recognize that the mission effect is started and the contents of the mission effect.

[Second Embodiment]
Next, a second embodiment will be described. In 1st Embodiment, the example which counts an item image by making the count object image in a mission effect into the 1st mission and the 2nd mission as the same count object image (the same count object image called an apple) is shown. It was. In the second embodiment, an example will be described in which a plurality of item images are counted with the count target images in the mission effect being different count target images in the first mission and the second mission. As for the second embodiment, parts different from the first embodiment described above will be mainly described.

  FIG. 33 is a display screen diagram illustrating a display example when an item counting effect as a mission effect according to the second embodiment is executed. In FIG. 33, (a) to (j) show a series of images displayed on the variable display device 9 when the mission effect is performed. 33 will be described mainly with respect to the differences from FIG.

  As the mission effect, the character 94 includes an image 98 (hereinafter referred to as mushroom 98) indicating “mushroom” which is an item (hereinafter referred to as a probability variation item) as a count target image for the first mission, and the second mission. An image showing a game in which the apple 95 that is an item (hereinafter referred to as a jackpot item) as a counting target image is acquired is displayed.

  In the state where the mission effect is not performed, when the 15R probability big hit excluding the 15R normal big hit, 15R short-time big hit, 2R probability variable big hit, or small hit, the corresponding hit gaming state ends. At time, as shown in (e), the content of the mission in the mission effect is notified. As shown in (f) and (g), as the item count effect executed as the mission effect, the character 94 grows on the ground with the apple 95 growing on the tree every time the decorative symbol change display is performed. Going to pick up the mushroom 98 and trying to put the acquired apple 95 in the basket, holding the acquired mushroom 98 in the basket, or winning the apple 95 and mushroom The action of trying to put both of 98 in the basket is displayed.

  As shown in (e), in this example, as the mission content (achievement condition) in the mission effect, for example, the content of the first mission (achievement change confirmed with 10 mushrooms) and “ The content (achievement condition) of the second mission “10 apples is a big hit” is notified. In the first mission of “determining the probability change with 10 mushrooms”, when the count value of the mushroom 98 acquired by the character 94 reaches 10 as the probability change setting value within the mission performance period, as shown in (h). An effect indicating that the probability variation state is confirmed is performed. In the second mission of “10 apples and big hit”, when the count value of apples 95 acquired by the character 94 reaches 10 which is a big hit set value within the mission presentation period, as shown in (j), An effect indicating that it will be a big hit is performed.

  When the mission effect is started, as shown in (f) and (g), the character 94 performs an action for acquiring the apple 95 and the mushroom 98 every time the decorative symbols 91 to 93 are displayed. The scene to be displayed is displayed. In the item counting effect, there are a case where the character 94 can be acquired for each of the apple 95 and the mushroom 98 and a case where the character 94 cannot be acquired. In this item counting effect, when the apple 95 can be acquired, there are a case where one apple 95 can be acquired and a case where a plurality of apples 95 can be acquired. Further, when the mushroom 98 can be acquired in this item counting effect, there are a case where one mushroom 98 can be acquired and a case where a plurality of mushrooms 98 can be acquired.

  During the mission period, as shown in (f), the first count value display area 96a for displaying the first acquired count value indicating the number of acquired mushrooms 98 and the number of acquired apples 95 are shown. A second count value display area 96b in which the second acquired count value is displayed is displayed. In each of the first count value display area 96a and the second count value display area 96b, update display is performed individually according to the acquisition status of the item to be counted. Specifically, as with the apple 95 of the first embodiment, an increase update display is performed when an item to be counted is acquired, and a decrease update display is performed when an item to be counted is lost.

  Next, an item data table according to the second embodiment will be described. The item data table described below is stored in the ROM 84 of the effect control microcomputer 800, is read by a control program executed by the CPU 86, and is used for display control.

  In the item data table according to the second embodiment, each of the first item data table at the time of probability change, the second item data table at the time of probability change, the first item data table at the time of non-change probability, and the second item data table at the time of non-change probability A probability variation item data table for selecting an increase / decrease value of the count value of 95 and a jackpot item data table for selecting an increase / decrease value of the count value of the mushroom 98 are included.

  FIG. 34 is a diagram showing an item data table according to the second embodiment in a table format. In FIG. 34, (a) is the first item data table at the time of probability change, (b) is the second item data table at the time of probability change, (c) is the first item data table at the time of non-change probability, and (d) is the first item data table at the time of non-change probability. Two item data tables are shown respectively.

  In the probability change first item data table shown in (a), the relationship between the RS4 value and the increase / decrease value of the probability change item count number in the probability change item data table is the RS4 value and item count number shown in (a) of FIG. It is set similarly to the relationship with the increase / decrease value. In the first item data table at the time of probability change, in the jackpot item data table, the relationship between the value of RS5 and the increase / decrease value of the jackpot item count number is set as follows. When the value of RS5 is any of 0 to 39, +1 is selected as the increase / decrease value. When the value of RS5 is any of 40 to 195, ± 0 is selected as the increase / decrease value. When the value of RS5 is any of 196 to 199, −1 is selected as the increase / decrease value.

  In the probability variation second item data table shown in (b), in the probability variation item data table, the relationship between the RS4 value and the increase / decrease value of the probability variation item count number is the RS4 value and the item count number shown in (b) of FIG. It is set similarly to the relationship with the increase / decrease value. Further, in the second item data table at the time of probability change, in the jackpot item data table, the relationship between the value of RS5 and the increase / decrease value of the jackpot item count number is set as follows. When the value of RS5 is any one of 0 to 19, +1 is selected as the increase / decrease value. When the value of RS5 is any of 20 to 39, +2 is selected as the increase / decrease value. When the value of RS5 is any of 40 to 195, ± 0 is selected as the increase / decrease value. When the value of RS5 is any of 196 to 199, −1 is selected as the increase / decrease value.

  In the first item data table at non-probability change shown in (c), the relationship between the RS4 value and the increase / decrease value of the probability change item count in the probability change item data table is the RS4 value and item count shown in (c) of FIG. It is set similarly to the relationship with the increase / decrease value of the number. Further, in the first item data table at the time of uncertain change, the relationship between the value of RS5 and the increase / decrease value of the jackpot item count number in the jackpot item data table is set as follows. When the value of RS5 is any one of 0 to 19, +1 is selected as the increase / decrease value. When the value of RS5 is any of 20 to 191, ± 0 is selected as the increase / decrease value. When the value of RS5 is any one of 192 to 199, −1 is selected as the increase / decrease value.

  In the second item data table at the time of non-probability change shown in (d), the relationship between the RS4 value and the increase / decrease value of the probability change item count number in the probability change item data table is the RS4 value and item count shown in (d) of FIG. It is set similarly to the relationship with the increase / decrease value of the number. Further, in the second item data table at the time of uncertain change, in the jackpot item data table, the relationship between the value of RS5 and the increase / decrease value of the jackpot item count number is set as follows. When the value of RS5 is any one of 0 to 9, +1 is selected as the increase / decrease value. When the value of RS5 is any one of 10 to 19, +2 is selected as the increase / decrease value. When the value of RS5 is any of 20 to 191, ± 0 is selected as the increase / decrease value. When the value of RS5 is any one of 192 to 199, −1 is selected as the increase / decrease value.

  In the item data table shown in FIG. 34, the probability change rate is set to be higher in the probability change item count and the big hit item count number in the probability change time than in the non-probability change time. Therefore, by using the item data table shown in FIG. 34, it is set so that the rate at which the probability change is determined to be acquired is higher for each of the probability change item and the jackpot item at the time of probability change.

  FIG. 35 is a flowchart showing the item count effect determining process (S251) in the display result / effect determining process according to the second embodiment. In the item counting effect determination process, first, it is determined whether or not it is time to perform a variable display at the time of determination of 15R big hit (any one of 15R normal big hit, 15R probability variable big hit, and 15R hourly big hit) ( S261a). Specifically, in S261a, when the hit information stored in the hit information storage area in S215 indicates any 15R big hit, it is determined that the 15R big hit is determined.

  When it is determined that the 15R big hit is determined, the process proceeds to S262a described later. On the other hand, when it is determined that it is not at the time of determination of 15R big hit, it is determined whether or not it is in the probability variation state based on whether or not the probability variation mode flag described later is set (S263a).

  When it is determined in S263a that it is not in the probability variation state, the process proceeds to S275a described later. On the other hand, when it is determined that the state is a certain variation state, it is determined whether or not the above-described long-term variation pattern designation command is received based on the data stored in the variation pattern data storage area in the command analysis process (S264a). When it is determined that the long-term variation pattern designation command has not been received, that is, when it is determined that the short-term variation pattern designation command has been received, the first item data table at the time of probability variation shown in FIG. 34 is selected (S265a). The process proceeds to S267a. On the other hand, when it is determined that the long-term variation pattern designation command has been received, the above-described second item data table at the time of probability variation is selected (S266a), and the process proceeds to S267a described later.

  In S267a, the data table selected in S265a or S266a is used to randomly determine the increase / decrease value of the probability variation item count number and the increase / decrease value of the jackpot item count number in the current variation display. Specifically, in S267a, the RS4 value is extracted, and based on the extracted value, an increase / decrease value of the probability variable item count number corresponding to the extracted value is determined in the probability variable item data table in the selected data table, and the probability variable item count is determined. It is stored in the RAM 85 as data for increasing / decreasing the number. Further, in S267a, the value of RS5 is extracted, and based on the extracted value, an increase / decrease value of the jackpot item count number corresponding to the extracted value is determined in the jackpot item data table in the selected data table, and the jackpot item count number is determined. It is stored in the RAM 85 as increase / decrease value data.

  Then, based on the increase / decrease value of the probability variable item count determined in S267a, it is determined whether there is an increase / decrease in the probability variable item count (S268a). When it is determined that there is no increase / decrease in the probability variable item count (when “± 0”), the process proceeds to S281a described later. In this case, the probability variable item count is not updated. In this case, the probability variable item count increase / decrease value determined in S267a is determined as the number (0) of mushrooms 98 acquired by the character 94 in the mission effect as shown in FIG. 33, and the mushroom 98 is not acquired. Display data for rendering is set in S235 described above. Then, the item count number that has not been updated is determined as an acquisition count value to be displayed in the count value display area 96 as a result of the effect when the character 94 goes to acquire the mushroom 98 in the mission effect. Display data for displaying a numerical value is set in S235 described above. As a result, the action of the character 94 trying to acquire the mushroom 98 as shown in FIG. 33 and the acquired count value as a result of the action are displayed. On the other hand, when it is determined that there is an increase / decrease in the probability variable item count number, the probability variable item count number (hereinafter, referred to as “the probability variable item count number” is assumed to be updated using the increase / decrease value of the probability variable item count number determined in S267a). It is determined whether or not the calculated probability variation item count assumption number is equal to or greater than the above-described probability variation setting value (S269a).

  When it is determined that the postulated number of estimated variable item counts is not equal to or greater than the predetermined value, the process proceeds to S274a, and the probability variable item count number counted by the probability variable item counter based on the increase / decrease value of the probability variable item count determined in S267a is calculated. Update and proceed to S281a described later. Thereby, the probability variation item count value displayed in the item count effect is updated. In this case, in S274a, when the probability variation item count number is updated based on the probability variation item count number increase / decrease value determined in S267a, if the probability variation item count assumption number is smaller than “0”, The item display count increase / decrease value in the variable display is forcibly corrected to “0”. Therefore, in the case of this embodiment, control is performed so that the probability variable item count number does not become a value smaller than “0”. In this case, the probability variation item count increase / decrease value determined in S267a or the probability variation item count increase / decrease value corrected in S274a is acquired by the character 94 in the mission effect as shown in FIG. When it is corrected to 0, it is determined as the number of mushrooms 98 to be acquired or lost, and mushrooms 98 corresponding to the increase / decrease number is acquired (0 is acquired when the increase / decrease value is corrected to 0) or Display data for performing a loss effect is set in S235 described above. Then, the probability item count updated in S274a is displayed in the first count display area 96a as a result of the effect when the character 94 goes to acquire the mushroom 98 in the mission effect. The display data for determining the numerical value and displaying the first acquired count value is set in S235 described above. Thereby, the display of the action of the character 94 attempting to acquire the mushroom 98 as shown in FIG. 33 and the display of the first acquired count value as a result of the action are performed. In S274a, when the probability variation item count number is updated based on the probability variation item count increase / decrease value determined in S267a, if the probability variation item count assumption number is smaller than “0”, the probability variation after the update is updated. The item count number may not be forcibly set to “0” but may be a value smaller than “0” as it is.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the updated probability change item count assumption number is greater than or equal to the probability change setting value, it is determined whether or not a probability change confirmation flag set in S272a described later is set (S270a).

  When the probability change confirmation flag is not set, a flag indicating that the probability change confirmation notification is to be made because it is necessary to notify the probability change confirmation in response to the updated probability change item count assumed number exceeding the probability change setting value. The probability variation confirmation notification flag is set (S271a). This probability change confirmation notification flag is reset when the probability change confirmation notification is performed. Then, after the probability variation confirmation notification is performed once based on the probability variation confirmation notification flag set in S271a, the probability variation confirmation flag is set to prevent the probability variation confirmation notification from being performed again (S272a), and S274a. Then, the probability variation item count number counted by the probability variation item counter is updated based on the probability variation item count increase / decrease value determined in S267a, and the processing proceeds to S281a described later. In this case, the probability variable item count increase / decrease value determined in S267a is determined as the number of mushrooms 98 acquired by the character 94 in the mission effect as shown in FIG. 33, and the increased mushroom 98 is acquired. Display data for rendering is set in S235 described above. Then, the probability variable item count updated in S274a is determined as an acquisition count value to be displayed in the first count value display area 96a as a result of the effect when the character 94 goes to acquire the mushroom 98 in the mission effect. The display data for displaying the acquired count value is set in the above-described S235. Further, when the probability variation item count is equal to or greater than the probability variation setting value, the display data for performing the probability variation confirmation notification as shown in FIG. 33 is based on the fact that the probability variation confirmation notification flag is set. In S235. As a result, the character 94 as shown in FIG. 33 displays the action to acquire the mushroom 98 and the first acquired count value as a result of the action, and the probability change confirmation notification is displayed. Done.

  On the other hand, when it is determined in S270a that the probability variation confirmation flag is set, even if the updated probability variation item count assumption number is greater than or equal to the probability variation setting value, there is no need to notify the certainty variation confirmation again. The process proceeds to S274a. In this case, in S274a, the probability variable item count increase / decrease value determined in S267a is determined as the number of mushrooms 98 acquired or lost by the character 94 in the mission effect as shown in FIG. Display data for obtaining or losing the mushroom 98 is set in S235 described above. Then, the probability item count updated in S274a is displayed in the first count display area 96a as a result of the effect when the character 94 goes to acquire the mushroom 98 in the mission effect. The display data for determining the numerical value and displaying the first acquired count value is set in S235 described above. Thereby, the display of the action of the character 94 attempting to acquire the mushroom 98 as shown in FIG. 33 and the display of the first acquired count value as a result of the action are performed.

  If it is determined in S263a that the current state is not in a certain variation state and the process proceeds to S275a, it is determined whether or not the long-term variation pattern designation command is received (S275a). When it is determined that the long-term variation pattern designation command has not been received, that is, when it is determined that the short-term variation pattern designation command has been received, the first item data table at the time of non-probable variation is selected (S276a), which will be described later. The process proceeds to S278a. On the other hand, when it is determined that the long-term variation pattern designation command has been received, the above-mentioned second item data table at the time of non-probability variation is selected (S277a), and the process proceeds to S278a described later.

  In S278a, using the data table selected in S276a or S277a, the increase / decrease value of the probability variation item count number and the increase / decrease value of the jackpot item count number in the current variation display are randomly determined. Specifically, in S278a, the RS4 value is extracted, and based on the extracted value, an increase / decrease value of the probability variable item count number corresponding to the extracted value is determined in the probability variable item data table in the selected data table, and the probability variable item count is determined. It is stored in the RAM 85 as data for increasing / decreasing the number. Further, in S278a, the value of RS5 is extracted, and based on the extracted value, the increase / decrease value of the jackpot item count number corresponding to the extracted value in the jackpot item data table in the selected data table is determined, and the jackpot item count number is determined. It is stored in the RAM 85 as increase / decrease value data.

  Then, based on the increase / decrease value of the probability variation item count determined in S278a, it is determined whether or not there is an increase / decrease in the probability variation item count (S279a). When it is determined that there is no increase / decrease in the probability variable item count (when “± 0”), the process proceeds to S281a described later. In this case, the probability variable item count is not updated. In this case, the probability variable item count increase / decrease value determined in S278a is determined as the number (0) of mushrooms 98 acquired by the character 94 in the mission effect as shown in FIG. 33, and the mushroom 98 is not acquired. Display data for rendering is set in S235 described above. Then, the probability variable item count that has not been updated is the first acquired count value displayed in the first count value display area 96a as a result of the effect when the character 94 goes to acquire the mushroom 98 in the mission effect. And display data for displaying the first acquired count value is set in S235 described above. Thereby, the display of the action of the character 94 attempting to acquire the mushroom 98 as shown in FIG. 33 and the display of the first acquired count value as a result of the action are performed.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that there is an increase / decrease in the probability variable item count number, the probability variable item count number is calculated by assuming that the item count number is updated using the increase / decrease value of the item count number determined in S278a. It is determined whether or not the assumed probability variable item count assumption number is equal to or greater than the above-described probability variation setting value (S280a).

  If it is determined that the updated probability item count assumption number is not equal to or greater than the probability variation setting value, the process proceeds to S274a, and the probability variation item count number counted by the probability item counter based on the increase / decrease value of the probability variation item count determined in S278a is calculated. Update and proceed to S281a described later. In this case, in S274a, when the probability variation item count number is updated based on the increase / decrease value of the probability variation item count determined in S278a, if the probability variation item count assumption number is smaller than “0”, The probability variation item count number increase / decrease value of the variable display is forcibly corrected to “0”, so that the probability variation item count number is controlled not to be smaller than “0”. In this case, the probability variation item count increase / decrease value determined in S278a or the probability variation item count increase / decrease value corrected in S274a is acquired by the character 94 in the mission effect as shown in FIG. When it is corrected to 0, it is determined as the number of mushrooms 98 to be acquired or lost, and mushrooms 98 corresponding to the increase / decrease number are acquired (0 is acquired when the increase / decrease value is corrected to 0) or lost. Display data for rendering is set in S235 described above. Then, the probability item count updated in S274a is displayed in the first count display area 96a as a result of the effect when the character 94 goes to acquire the mushroom 98 in the mission effect. The display data for determining the numerical value and displaying the first acquired count value is set in S235 described above. Thereby, the display of the action of the character 94 attempting to acquire the mushroom 98 as shown in FIG. 33 and the display of the first acquired count value as a result of the action are performed. In S274a, when the probability variation item count number is updated based on the increase / decrease value of the probability variation item count determined in S278a, if the probability variation item count assumed number becomes a value smaller than “0”, the probability variation after the update is updated. The item count number may not be forcibly set to “0” but may be a value smaller than “0” as it is.

  On the other hand, if it is determined that the updated probability item count assumption number is greater than or equal to the probability variation setting value, the probability variation of the current variation display is changed so that the probability variation item count number does not become the probability variation setting value when not in the probability variation state. The item count number increase / decrease value is forcibly corrected to "0" and stored (S280b), and the process proceeds to S281a described later. In this case, the probability variable item count is not updated. In this case, the probability variable item count increase / decrease value corrected in S280b is determined as the number of mushrooms 98 acquired by the character 94 (acquisition of 0) in the mission effect as shown in FIG. Display data for performing an effect without acquiring is set in S235 described above. Then, the item count number that has not been updated is the first acquired count value displayed in the first count value display area 96a as a result of the effect when the character 94 goes to acquire the mushroom 98 in the mission effect. The determined display data for displaying the first acquired count value is set in S235 described above. Thereby, the display of the action of the character 94 attempting to acquire the mushroom 98 as shown in FIG. 33 and the display of the first acquired count value as a result of the action are performed. Thus, when the probability variation state is not established, the update of the probability variation item count number to the probability variation setting value is restricted by S280a, so that the probability variation item count number is prevented from being updated more than the probability variation setting value. Can be removed.

  In S281a, it is determined whether there is an increase / decrease in the jackpot item count number based on the increase / decrease value in the jackpot item count number determined in S267a or S278a (S281a). When it is determined that there is no increase / decrease in the jackpot item count (when “± 0”), the process returns. In this case, the jackpot item count is not updated. In this case, the probability variable item count number increase / decrease value determined to “0” by S267a or S278a, or the probability variable item count number increase / decrease value corrected to “0” by S274a or S280b is as shown in FIG. In such a mission effect, the number of apples 95 acquired by the character 94 (0) is determined, and display data for an effect that does not acquire the apple 95 is set in S235 described above. Then, the big hit item count that has not been updated is the second acquired count value displayed in the second count value display area 96b as a result of the effect when the character 94 goes to acquire the apple 95 in the mission effect. And display data for displaying the second acquired count value is set in the above-described S235. Thereby, the display of the action of the character 94 attempting to acquire the apple 95 as shown in FIG. 33 and the display of the second acquired count value as a result of the action are performed.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that there is an increase / decrease in the jackpot item count number, the jackpot item count number when assuming that the jackpot item count number is updated using the increase / decrease value of the jackpot item count number determined in S267a or S278a ( Hereinafter, it is determined whether or not the calculated item count assumption number has reached the aforementioned jackpot set value (S282a).

  When it is determined that the big hit set value has been reached, the big hit item count increase / decrease value of the current variation display is forcibly set to “0” so that the big hit item count does not become the big hit set value when the big hit is not reached. Is corrected and stored (S284a), and the process returns. In this case, the big hit item count is not updated by S283a. In this case, the increase / decrease value (± 0) of the jackpot item count corrected in S284a is determined as the number of apples 95 acquired by the character 94 (acquisition of 0) in the mission effect as shown in FIG. The display data for performing the performance without acquiring the apple 95 is set in S235 described above. Then, the big hit item count that has not been updated is the second acquired count value displayed in the second count value display area 96b as a result of the effect when the character 94 goes to acquire the apple 95 in the mission effect. And display data for displaying the second acquired count value is set in the above-described S235. Thereby, the display of the action of the character 94 attempting to acquire the apple 95 as shown in FIG. 33 and the display of the second acquired count value as a result of the action are performed. In this way, when the 15R big hit is not reached, the update of the big hit item count number to the big hit set value is limited by S282a, so when the 15R big hit does not occur, the big hit item count number is updated to the big hit set value. Is prevented.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the jackpot set value has not been reached, the process proceeds to S283a, and the jackpot item count number counted by the jackpot item counter is updated based on the jackpot item count increase / decrease value determined in S267a or S278a, Return. In this case, in S283a, when the jackpot item count number is updated based on the jackpot item count number increase / decrease value determined in S267a or S278a, when the jackpot item count assumption number is smaller than “0”, By controlling the increase / decrease value of the big hit item count in the current fluctuation display to “0”, the big hit item count is controlled so as not to be smaller than “0”. In this case, the item count number increase / decrease value determined in S276a or S278a is determined as the number of apples 95 that the character 94 acquires or loses in the mission effect as shown in FIG. Display data for performing an effect of acquiring or losing 95 is set in S235 described above. Then, the jackpot item count updated by S276a or S278a is displayed in the second count value display area 96 as a result of the effect when the character 94 goes to acquire the apple 95 in the mission effect. It is determined as the acquired count value, and the display data for displaying the second acquired count value is set in S235 described above. Thereby, the display of the action of the character 94 attempting to acquire the apple 95 as shown in FIG. 33 and the display of the second acquired count value as a result of the action are performed. In S283a, when the big hit item count number is updated based on the increase / decrease value of the big hit item count number determined in S276a or S278a, if the big hit item count assumption number is smaller than “0”, the updated The big hit item count number may not be forcibly set to “0” but may be a value smaller than “0” as it is.

  If it is determined at S261a that the 15R jackpot is determined and the process proceeds to S262a, the jackpot item count is updated to the jackpot set value (S262a), and the process returns. In this case, in S262a, an increase number from the jackpot item count number before the update to the jackpot item count number after the update (the jackpot set value) is obtained, and the increased value is determined in the mission effect as shown in FIG. The number of apples 95 acquired by the character 94 is determined, and display data for performing the effect of acquiring the apples 95 corresponding to the increased number is set in the above-described S235. The jackpot item count updated in S262a is displayed in the second count display area 96 as the result of the effect when the character 94 goes to acquire the apple 95 in the mission effect. Display data that is determined as a numerical value and for displaying the second acquired count value is set in S235 described above. Further, when the big hit item count is updated to the big hit set value in this way, display data for performing the big hit notification as shown in FIG. 33 is set in S235 described above. Accordingly, the display of the action of the character 94 trying to acquire the apple 95 as shown in FIG. 33, the display of the second acquired count value as a result of the action (display updated to the jackpot set value), and And a jackpot notification is displayed.

[Mission Production Variations]
Next, a modification of the mission effect will be described. In 1st Embodiment and 2nd Embodiment, the example which counts an item image as a count object image in a mission effect was shown. However, in the mission effect, a character counting effect may be performed in which character images are counted instead of the item image as the counting target image.

  As the display of the character counting effect, for example, a display may be made in which a teammate character who is a player-side character battles an enemy character that is hostile to the player and counts the enemy characters that have been defeated in the battle.

  For example, as in the first embodiment, when the same counting target image is used in the first mission and the second mission, the teammate character defeats the same type of enemy character, and the defeated enemy as the counting target image Control to count characters. In this case, the image of the apple 95 in the first embodiment is replaced with the image of the enemy character, the image of the character 94 is replaced with the image of the friend character, and an image in which the character 94 takes the apple 95 is taken. Can be realized by replacing the image of fighting the enemy character with the image of counting the acquired apple 95 and replacing the image of counting the acquired apple 95 with the image of counting the enemy character. In that case, when the enemy character count value becomes the probability variation set value, the probability variation confirmation notification as described above is performed, and when the enemy character count value reaches the jackpot set value, the jackpot notification as described above is performed.

  In addition, as in the second embodiment, when different count target images are used for the first mission and the second mission, the enemy characters that have defeated different types of enemy characters as the count target image. Is counted according to the type of enemy character. In this case, the image of the apple 95 in the second embodiment is replaced with the image of the first enemy character, the image of the mushroom 98 is replaced with the image of the second enemy character, and the image of the character 94 is replaced with the image of the friend character. , The image in which the character 94 moves to take the apple 95 and the mushroom 98 is replaced with an image in which the teammate character fights against the first enemy character and the second enemy character. This can be realized by replacing the image for counting each with the image for counting each of the first enemy character and the second enemy character that have defeated. In that case, when the count value of the first enemy character reaches the jackpot set value, the jackpot notification as described above is performed, and when the count value of the second enemy character reaches the probability change set value, the probability change confirmation report as described above is performed. .

  Next, a display example of a character counting effect in which a character image is displayed instead of an item image as a count target image will be described. Here, as an example, a display example when a common counting target image is used in the first mission and the second mission will be described.

  FIG. 36 is a display screen diagram showing a display example of a character counting effect in which character images are counted as a mission effect. FIG. 36 shows a series of images (a) to (j) displayed on the variable display device 9 when the mission effect is performed. 36, differences from FIG. 33 will be mainly described.

  As a mission effect, a game in which each of the first ally character 94a and the second ally character 94b fights against the enemy character 99 as a count target image for probability variation effect and jackpot effect and defeats the enemy character 99. The image shown is displayed.

  As shown in (e), at the end of the corresponding hit gaming state when any of 15R probability variable big hit excluding 15R normal big hit, 15R short time big hit, 2R probability variable big hit, or small hit The contents (achievement conditions) of the mission in the mission effect are notified. As the item count effect executed as the mission effect, as shown in (f) and (g), the action of the first teammate character 94a fighting the enemy character 99 every time the decorative symbol variation display is performed, The action of the second teammate character 94a fighting the enemy character 99 is displayed at the same time.

  As shown in (e), in this example, as the mission content (achievement condition) in the mission effect, for example, the content (achievement condition) of the first mission of “definite change confirmation if B beats 8” , The content (achievement condition) of the second mission of “Big hit if A is defeated by 10” is notified. In the first mission of “determining the probability change if B is defeated by 8 people”, when the count value of the enemy character 99 defeated by the second ally character 94b reaches the 8 values that are the probability change setting value during the mission performance period, As shown in (g), an effect indicating that the probability variation state has been confirmed is performed. In the second mission of “A big hit if 10 is defeated”, when the count value of the enemy character 99 defeated by the first ally character 94a reaches the 10 big hit set value within the mission performance period, As shown in i), an effect indicating that it is a big hit is performed.

  When the mission effect is started, as shown in (f) and (g), every time the display of the decorative symbols 91 to 93 is executed, the first teammate character 94a moves to defeat the enemy character 99. And a scene in which the second ally character 94b performs an action for defeating the enemy character 99 is displayed. In the character counting effect, the first ally character 94a can defeat the enemy character 99 and cannot defeat the enemy character 99, and the second ally character 94b can defeat the enemy character 99. There are times when you can't defeat.

  When the enemy character can be defeated with respect to each of the first ally character 94a and the second ally character 94b in this character counting effect, when one enemy character can be defeated and when a plurality of defeats can be defeated There is.

  During the mission period, as shown in (f), a first count value display area 96a in which a first count value indicating the number of enemy characters 99 defeated by the second teammate character 94b is displayed, A second count value display area 96b in which a second count value indicating the number of enemy characters 99 defeated by one teammate character 94a is displayed. The first count value display area 96a and the second count value display area 96b are individually updated and displayed according to the status of the enemy character to be counted. Specifically, as with the apple 95 and mushroom 98 in the second embodiment, when the enemy character to be counted is defeated, an increased update display is performed, and when the defeated enemy character is revived (when revived). Is reduced and displayed.

  The effect shown as such a modification replaces the item counting effect determining process as shown in FIG. 28 and FIG. 35 with the character counting effect process for effecting counting the defeated enemy characters. This is realized by replacing the process for counting the number of characters with the process for counting characters.

  In this mission effect modification, each of the first count value and the second count value is added and updated based on the fact that the first teammate character 94a and the second teammate character 94b defeat the common enemy character. An example to do. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and each of the plurality of teammate characters is different, such that the first ally character 94a defeats the first enemy character, and the second ally character 94b defeats the second enemy character. Each of the first count value and the second count value may be added and updated based on defeating the enemy character.

  Moreover, the display which adds and updates each of the 1st count value and the 2nd count value based on each operation | movement of several characters as shown in the modification of this mission effect is 1st Embodiment and 2nd. You may apply to the mission effect shown to each of embodiment. For example, in the first embodiment, the first character and the second character are displayed, and when the first character acquires 8 apples, the probability change is confirmed, and the second character acquires 10 apples. An effect display that is a big hit may be performed. In the second embodiment, the first character and the second character are displayed, and when the first character acquires 10 mushrooms, the probability change is confirmed, and the second character acquires 10 apples. An effect display that is a big hit may be performed. As described above, the item counting effect may also be an effect of adding and updating each of the first count value and the second count value when a plurality of characters acquire a common item. By acquiring items with different values, an effect of adding and updating each of the first count value and the second count value may be performed.

Next, main effects obtained by the embodiment described above will be described.
(1) As shown in FIG. 10, a predetermined value such as an apple 95 is provided without notifying whether or not the state is controlled to a high probability state over a plurality of variable displays such as 100 times after the end of the big hit gaming state. Is displayed for counting the counting target images. Further, in the non-probability changing state, even if it is determined to increase the item count value in S278 of FIG. 28, the item count value does not become equal to or higher than the probability changing set value in S280 and S281. Further, in the probability variation state, if it is determined to increase the item count value in S267 of FIG. 28, the item count value becomes the probability variation setting value in S269 and S274. As described above, when the high probability state is controlled, the count value of the counted target image reaches the probability variation set value at a higher rate than when the low probability state is controlled, and the first mission succeeds. Production to be performed. Then, when the 15R big hit is reached, the result of S261 in FIG. 28 is Y and S262 is executed, and the item count value becomes the big hit set value. When the 15R big hit is not reached, the result is N in S261, and the item count value is increased. Even if determined, the item count value does not become the big hit set value by S273, S282, or S280, S281. Thus, only when the variable display determined to be controlled to the big hit gaming state is performed, the count value of the counted counting target image reaches the big hit set value exceeding the certain variation set value and succeeds in the second mission. Production is performed. As a result, the expectation for the high probability state can be varied according to the count value of the image to be counted, and the expectation for the big hit gaming state can be varied, thereby improving the interest of the player. be able to. Then, as shown in FIG. 10E, the first mission and the second mission are performed based on the count value of the same count target image, so that the number of count target images can be counted. The player can be interested in the content. Thus, the player's interest can be improved with respect to the transition of the gaming state related to the high probability state.

  (2) As shown in FIG. 33, without notifying whether or not the apple 95 and the mushroom 98 are controlled to a high probability state over a plurality of variable displays such as 100 times after the end of the jackpot gaming state, A display for counting the predetermined first count target image and the second count target image is displayed. In the non-probable change state, even if it is determined to increase the item count value in S278a of FIG. 35, the probability change item count value does not become equal to or greater than the probability change set value due to S280a and S280b. Further, in the probability variation state, if it is determined to increase the item count value in S267a of FIG. 35, the probability variation item count value becomes the probability variation setting value in S269a and S274a. As described above, when the high probability state is controlled, the counted value of the first count target image reaches the probability variation set value at a higher rate than when the low probability state is controlled. A production that succeeds in the mission is performed. When the 15R big hit is reached, the result is Y in S261a of FIG. 35, and S262a is executed, and the big hit item count value becomes the big hit set value. Even if determined, the jackpot item count value does not become the jackpot set value by S282a or S284a. Thus, only when the variable display determined to be controlled to the big hit gaming state is performed, the count value of the counted second counting target image reaches the big hit set value exceeding the certain variation set value and the second mission A successful production will be performed. Accordingly, the expectation for the high probability state can be varied according to the count value of the first count target image, and the expectation for the specific gaming state can be determined according to the count value of the second count target image. Since the degree can be varied, the interest of the player can be improved. As shown in FIG. 33 (e), since the first mission and the second mission are performed based on the count values of different count target images, which count target images can be counted. The player can be interested in the production contents. Thus, the player's interest can be improved with respect to the transition of the gaming state related to the high probability state.

  (3) As shown in S341, S351 to S360 of FIG. 32, for example, the special variable in the hit game state such as the relationship between the 15R probability variation big hit and the 15R hourly big hit and the relationship between the 2R probability variation big hit and the small hit The winning ball device 20 has the same release mode, and after the winning game state, the winning condition is controlled to the high probability state as shown in the mission effect for the condition that the base is the same. Display for counting the counting target image is started after the winning gaming state is finished, so that the display start trigger for counting the counting target image is started. From the difference, it is possible to prevent the player from knowing whether or not the high probability state is controlled.

  (4) As shown in S155 of FIG. 19, the low-accuracy base state is ended when a predetermined number of fluctuation displays such as 100 are executed after the big hit gaming state is finished, which is advantageous for the player. It is possible to prevent the state from being continued excessively. Further, since the display for counting the counting target image is finished when the same predetermined number of fluctuation display as the low-accuracy base state is executed, for example, 100 times after the big hit gaming state, the counting target image is displayed. Since the display for counting is performed together with the high base state, the player can realize that the display for counting the count target images is performed in a state advantageous to the player.

  (5) As shown in S341N, S349N, S351 to S360 in FIG. 32, the display for counting the images to be counted is not only a highly accurate and low base state advantageous to the player, but also a game after the end of the small hit Since the game is performed even in a low-probability and low-base state that is unfavorable for the player because the state does not shift, it is possible to prevent the player from being less interested.

  (6) As described in S356 of FIG. 32, at least the probability variation setting value for performing the counting effect in the first mission and the jackpot setting value for performing the counting effect in the second mission. Either one is selected from a plurality of types of values, and as shown in (e) of FIG. 10 and (e) of FIG. 33, each of the selected probability variation setting value and jackpot setting value is notified to the player. Therefore, it is possible to make the player interested in what probability variation setting value and jackpot setting value are selected.

  (7) As shown in FIG. 11 and FIG. 34, the display for counting the count target image is a display indicating that the count target image is added and a display indicating that the count target image is subtracted. Since the counting of the target image can be both addition and subtraction, it is possible to improve the interest of the display for counting the counting target image.

Next, modifications and feature points of the embodiment described above are listed below.
(1) In embodiment mentioned above, the example comprised by the special symbol display 8 and the decoration fluctuation display apparatus 9 was demonstrated about the fluctuation | variation display part. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the variation display unit may be configured only by a special symbol display device that displays special symbols. In that case, a special symbol display device is configured by a display device capable of displaying an image similar to the decorative variation display device 9, and the same symbol as the above-mentioned decorative symbol is displayed as the special symbol displayed by the special symbol display device. While displaying, it controls so that various images other than decorative designs, such as the background image mentioned above, may be displayed similarly.

  (2) In the above-described embodiment, display control, sound control, and lamp control are performed as effect control means for controlling the effect control device including the decoration variation display device 9 (game effect control) based on the control signal. The production control microcomputer 800 capable of comprehensively controlling the above is provided. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the following configuration may be adopted. A microcomputer for performing display control, a microcomputer for performing sound control, and a microcomputer for performing lamp control are provided, and a microcomputer for game control includes a display control command, a sound control command, and Alternatively, a configuration may be employed in which a lamp control command is given and each microcomputer individually executes each control according to the command.

  (3) As the effect control means for controlling the effect control device including the change display device 9 (control of the effect of the game), a display control microcomputer for controlling the display of the change display device 9 (provided on the display control board) ) And an effect control microcomputer (provided on the effect control board) for effect control other than display control such as sound control and lamp control, and the game control microcomputer becomes an effect control microcomputer. Give commands for effect control including display control, sound control, and lamp control, and give display control commands from the effect control microcomputer to the display control microcomputer based on the effect control commands. Also good. As a method of giving a display control command from the effect control microcomputer to the display control microcomputer, the display control command is determined according to the contents of the display control designated (specified) by the effect control command from the game control microcomputer. May be generated and output (processed and output), and among the effect control commands from the game control microcomputer, a command for display control is output to the display control microcomputer as it is ( It is also possible to output without processing. When adopting a configuration that creates and outputs a display control command according to the content of display control specified by the production control command, the production control means can decide the content of the control related to the production, and follow that decision. Can be unified with lamp, sound and display. Then, the effect control microcomputer that receives the effect control command from the game control microcomputer side makes a decision regarding the effect on the effect control means side, and the determination result is determined on the game control microcomputer side. In accordance with the determination result of the control content related to the effect indicated by the control command, it can be output to the display control microcomputer by the display control command collectively indicating the control content. It is not necessary to increase the number of times of processing for outputting various determination items regarding the control contents to the microcomputer.

  In addition, a display control board provided with a display control microcomputer for performing display control of the variable display device 9 and a sound / lamp control board provided with a sound / lamp microcomputer for performing sound control and lamp control, for example, are provided. The display control microcomputer receives an effect control command from the game control microcomputer 560 provided on the main board 31. Based on the received command, the display control microcomputer performs display control and performs sound / The sound / lamp control command for instructing the sound control and lamp control to the lamp control microcomputer is transmitted, and the sound / lamp control microcomputer receives the sound / lamp control command and performs sound control and lamp control. You may make it perform. In this case, the sound / lamp control microcomputer includes a sound control microcomputer (provided on the sound control board) for performing sound control and a lamp control microcomputer (provided on the lamp control board) for performing lamp control. A sound control command for instructing sound control may be transmitted to the sound control microcomputer, and a lamp control command for instructing lamp control may be transmitted to the sound control microcomputer.

  (4) The embodiment described above is not limited to a payout type gaming machine that pays out a predetermined number of prize balls in response to detection of a winning ball, but responds to detection of a winning ball by enclosing a gaming ball. It can also be applied to enclosed game machines that give points.

(5) The embodiment described above can also be applied to an apparatus such as a game machine that simulates the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 1. The program and data for realizing the above-described embodiment are not limited to a form distributed and provided to a computer apparatus or the like by a detachable recording medium, but a storage apparatus that the computer apparatus or the like has in advance. You may take the form that is distributed by pre-installing. Furthermore, the program and data for realizing the present invention are distributed by downloading from other devices on a network connected via a communication line or the like by providing a communication processing unit. It doesn't matter. The game execution mode is not only executed by attaching a detachable recording medium, but can also be executed by temporarily storing a program and data downloaded via a communication line or the like in an internal memory or the like. It is also possible to execute directly using hardware resources on the other device side on a network connected via a communication line or the like. Further, the game can be executed by exchanging data with other computer devices or the like via a network.

  (6) In the above-described embodiment, the example in which the symbol stop command is used as the command for stopping the variation display of the decorative symbol is shown. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and without using the symbol stop command, the elapsed time from the start of the variation display of the decorative symbol is monitored in the effect control microcomputer 800 and the variation pattern command is started after the variation display is started. Control may be performed to stop the variation display of the decorative symbol when the variation time designated by is passed.

  (7) In the above-described embodiment, an example with a special symbol variation time reduction state is shown as the high base state. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the high base state is accompanied by a special symbol variation time reduction state. High base state (for example, the fluctuation display time of the normal symbol is shortened, the probability that the stop symbol in the normal symbol display 10 becomes a winning symbol is increased, the opening time of the variable winning ball apparatus 15 at the time of winning is lengthened, Based on the fact that the number of times of opening of the variable winning ball device 15 at the time of winning is increased, a state where the variable winning ball device 15 is likely to be in an open state as compared with the normal gaming state may be used. That is, the high base state may be any state as long as it is easier to start and win than the low base state. Therefore, in the high base state, compared to the low base state, the normal symbol variation display time is shortened, and the normal symbol display 10 has a higher probability that the stop symbol will be a hit symbol. One of the state where the opening time of the variable winning ball device 15 at the time is lengthened and the state where the number of times the variable winning ball device 15 is released once at the time of hitting may be used. May be combined (any two combinations, any three combinations, or all combinations). Instead of the high base state, it may be controlled to a short time state (special game state) in which only the special symbol variation time reduction state is provided.

  (8) In the above-described embodiment, the example in which the type of jackpot is indicated by the type of jackpot symbol (big hit display result) derived and displayed by the special symbol indicator 8 has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and as a symbol derived and displayed by the special symbol display device 8, a jackpot symbol whose type of jackpot is not specified may be used. In that case, the special symbol variably displayed on the special symbol display 8 is composed of a jackpot symbol for which the type of jackpot is not specified and an off symbol. In that case, the big hit symbol for 15R big hit and the big hit symbol for 2R big hit will be different so that only the 15R big hit or 2R big hit can be distinguished based on the big hit symbol. May be.

  (9) In the above-described embodiment, as an example of the case where the mission effect is started in relation to the 2R probability variable big hit that becomes the high probability low base state after the big hit gaming state ends, the case where the big hit is shown as an example. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the trigger for starting the mission effect in relation to the 2R probability variation jackpot may be as follows. Such an opportunity may be when the 2R normal big hit that becomes the low probability low base state after the end of the big hit gaming state. In addition, such an opportunity may be when the chance eyes that are the same as or similar to the chance eyes as the display result of the 2R probability variation jackpot are derived and displayed as the fluctuation display results and become the missed chance eyes. When the chance is lost, the special variable winning ball apparatus 20 is not opened twice like the 2R big hit and the small hit, but the opening operation of the variable winning ball apparatus 20 at the 2R big hit and the small hit is 1 second. This is an operation that is performed a short number of times, such as two times, and is an operation that is difficult for the player to identify. Therefore, even when the chance is missed, the player will lose 2R big hit, small hit, chance miss It is considered that it is not easy to distinguish which state has occurred. Therefore, the mission effect may be performed even if the chance is lost.

  (10) In the above-described embodiment, a plurality of types of missions having different probability variation setting values and jackpot setting values have been described as types of missions having different difficulty levels of success. However, not limited to this, the types of missions with different difficulty levels of success include multiple types of missions with different mission performance periods (number of variable displays) in addition to different probability variation setting values and jackpot setting values, or A plurality of types of missions having the same probability variation set value and jackpot set value but different mission performance periods (number of times of variation display) may be used. For example, the longer the mission performance period, the easier the success, and the shorter the mission performance period, the less successful.

  (11) In the above-described embodiment, when the mission effect is being executed in the high base state, the mission effect that has been executed up to that point is not started without starting a new mission effect even if it is a small hit. The example which performs control to continue was shown. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and when the mission effect is executed when the chance effect is off as described above, when the mission effect is executed in the high base state, even if the chance effect is lost, a new You may make it perform the control which continues the mission effect performed until then, without starting a mission effect. In addition, when the 2R probability variable big hit is not controlled to the high probability low base state after the big hit gaming state as described above, the 2R probability variable big hit is used which is controlled to the high probability high base state after the big hit gaming state ends. When the mission effect is executed in the high base state, control is performed so as to continue the mission effect that has been executed until then, without starting a new mission effect even if the 2R probability variable big hit. Also good. In addition, in the case of using the 2R probability variable big hit that is controlled to the high probability high base state after the big hit gaming state is finished, when the mission effect is being executed in the low base state, a new mission effect even if the 2R probability variable big hit is achieved. It is also possible to perform control to continue the mission effect that has been executed until then.

  (12) In the above-described embodiment, when the mission effect is executed in the low base state, the new mission effect is not started even if the 2R probability variable big hit and the small hit are made, and is executed until then. The example which performs the control which continues the mission production which was done was shown. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and when performing the mission effect when the chance effect is off as described above, when the mission effect is being executed in the low base state, a new event is generated even if the chance effect is lost. You may make it perform the control which continues the mission effect performed until then, without starting a mission effect.

  (13) In the above-described embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 11 and 34, the example in which different item data tables are used at the time of probability change and at the time of non-probability change has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a common item data table may be used at the time of probability change and at the time of non-probability change. By doing so, the amount of data used for the control can be reduced, so that the control burden on the production control microcomputer 800 can be reduced.

  (14) In the above-described embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 11 and 34, an example in which different item data tables are used for the long-term variation pattern and the short-term variation pattern has been described. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a common item data table may be used for all variation patterns. By doing so, the amount of data used for the control can be reduced, so that the control burden on the production control microcomputer 800 can be reduced.

  (15) In the above-described embodiment, when performing the variable display, for example, when selecting and determining the increase / decrease number of the count target image such as an apple, the increase / decrease number is constant regardless of the current count value. An example of selecting and deciding was shown. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and when the increase / decrease number of the count target image is selected and determined, the increase / decrease number may be selected and determined at a different rate according to the current count value. For example, when the count value of the counting target image is less than a predetermined number as in the beginning of the mission effect, the player may not be interested in the mission effect. The control may be performed such that the rate of increase in the count value is lowered when the count value becomes a predetermined number or more.

  (16) In the above-described embodiment, when performing variable display, for example, when selecting and determining the increase / decrease number of the image to be counted, such as an apple, counting is performed regardless of the number of variable display times during the mission effect. An example in which the count value of the target image increases without limitation is shown. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and an upper limit value of the count value of the count target image may be provided for each variable display count during the mission effect. As an example, the content (achievement condition) of the first mission “Final change confirmed with 8 images to be counted” and the content (achievement condition) of the second mission “Big hit with 10 images to be counted” are set. For example, an upper limit value of the count value of the count target image may be provided as follows. In the case of the low probability variation state, in the mission effect, the upper limit of the count value of the count target image is three until the number of times of the variable display is 1 to 30 rotations, and The upper limit value of the count value is set to six, and the upper limit value of the count value of the count target image is set to seven until the variable display count is 81 to 100 rotations. In this way, at a relatively early stage of the mission effect period (for example, the first half of the period), the count value of the count target image increases to a value that approximates the probability variation set value or the jackpot set value, and the mission effect period is compared. It is possible to prevent a decrease in the interest of the player, which is considered to be caused by the fact that the count value of the count target image does not increase at a later stage (for example, the latter half of the period).

  (17) In the above-described embodiment, the example in which the count value of the count target image in the mission effect increases or decreases is shown. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the count value of the count target image in the mission effect may be increased but not decreased. In this way, it is possible to prevent the player's interest from decreasing due to a decrease in the count value of the count target image. In addition, when counting the defeated enemy characters described above, unnaturalness can be eliminated for a player who feels that it is unnatural that the defeated enemy characters will be restored. Also, for example, a count value (for example, 10 people) corresponding to the number of appearances is set when it appears, and every time an enemy character defeats the enemy character, only a preset count value of the enemy character is subtracted. You may make it perform the effect which subtracts the count object image like doing.

  (18) In the above-described embodiment, when the mission effect is performed in the high probability state, when the mission effect period ends, an example of performing the high-accuracy notification as shown in S310 of FIG. 30 is shown. However, when performing a mission effect indicating whether or not it is in a high probability state in the low base state, when the mission effect period ends when the mission effect is performed in the highly accurate low base state, You may make it perform the same effect as the time of a normal state, without performing knowledge. By doing so, it is possible to give the player a sense of expectation that the production in the normal state will be probable, and to improve the fun of the game.

  (19) In the embodiment described above, as shown in FIG. 28 and FIG. 35, when the mission effect is being performed, if the count value of the count target image is greater than or equal to the certain variation setting value, the certain variation confirmation notification flag is set. Thus, an example of performing the probability change confirmation notification is shown. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and when performing probability change confirmation notification, the count value of the count target image is forcibly set to the probability change set value so that the count value of the displayed count target image matches the probability change set value. It may be.

  (20) In the above-described embodiment, as shown in S272 of FIG. 28 and S272a of FIG. 35, when the mission effect is being performed, the probability variation is confirmed when the count value of the count target image is greater than or equal to the probability variation setting value. An example has been shown in which a notification flag is set to perform probability change confirmation notification. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the fact that the probability variation state has been confirmed only by the count value of the count target image by controlling the count value of the count target image to be the probability variation setting value without performing the probability variation confirmation notification. You may make it show.

  (21) In the above-described embodiment, as shown in (h) of FIG. 10, (h) of FIG. 33, and (h) of FIG. The example which performs the probability change confirmation alert | report which shows that the state was confirmed was shown. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and instead of performing the probability change confirmation notification, the probability variation concentration notification indicating that the state of probability variation is rich (not shown until confirmation) may be performed. Further, such probability variation notification may be performed not only in a high probability state but also in a low probability state. In that case, it is selected and determined to perform probability variation rich notification at a lower rate (constant rate) in the low probability state than in the high probability state.

  (22) In the embodiment described above, in the mission effect, an example is shown in which the count value of the count target image is incremented by 1 when one item image is acquired, and when one enemy character image is defeated An example in which the count value of the count target image is updated by 1 is shown. However, in the mission effect, the count value of the count target image may be increased and updated when one item image is acquired, and the count target image is counted when one enemy character image is defeated. A plurality of numerical values may be updated. The following can be considered as an example of updating the count value of the count target image by multiple increments when one item image is acquired. For example, when the character 94 acquires one red apple, the count value of the count target image is updated by one, but when the character 94 acquires one golden apple, the count value of the count target image is updated by three. You may do it. If the character 94 stumbles on a black stone, the count value of the count target image may be updated by 3 subtraction. The following can be considered as an example of updating the count value of the count target image by a plurality when the enemy character image is defeated. For example, the count value of the count target image is incremented by 1 when one teammate character defeats a black enemy character, but the count value of the count target image is incremented by 10 when one teammate character is defeated by a golden enemy character. You may make it update.

(23) The gaming machine shown in the embodiment described above has the following configuration.
A variable display device that performs variable display of a plurality of types of identification information each identifiable and derives and displays a display result, and the display result of the variable information display of the identification information in the variable display device is a predetermined specific display result A gaming machine that is controlled to a specific gaming state advantageous to the player,
Whether to control to the specific gaming state and whether to control to the high probability state in which the probability that the display result of the variable display becomes the specific display result is higher than the normal state after the specific gaming state ends. A pre-determining means for determining a display result of the display before deriving and displaying;
In the variable display device, including image counting effect means for performing display for counting a predetermined count target image without notifying whether or not the high probability state is controlled over a plurality of variable displays,
The image counting effect means
A first count at which the count value of the counted image to be counted reaches a first count value at a higher rate when controlled to the high probability state than when not controlled to the high probability state First counting effect means for effecting;
The second count value in which the count value of the counted image to be counted exceeds the first count value only when the variable display determined to be controlled to the specific gaming state by the predetermining means is performed. Second counting effect means for performing a second counting effect that reaches
The first counting effect means displays a state in which the first character is involved in counting the counting target image in the first counting effect (a variation of the mission effect, FIG. 36),
The second counting effect means displays a state in which the second character is involved in counting the counting target image in the second counting effect (variation example of mission effect, FIG. 36),
The first counting effect means and the second counting effect means use the same counting object image as the counting object image (a variation of the mission effect, FIG. 36), and a gaming machine.

  According to such a structure, the display which counts a predetermined | prescribed count object image is performed, without alerting | reporting whether it is controlled to the high probability state over several times of fluctuation display. When the high probability state is controlled, a first counting effect is performed in which the count value of the counted target image reaches the first count value at a higher rate than when the high probability state is not controlled. Only when the variable display determined to be controlled to the specific gaming state is performed, the second count effect in which the count value of the counted count target image reaches the second count value exceeding the first count value is provided. Done. As a result, the expectation for the high probability state can be varied according to the count value of the count target image, and the expectation for the specific gaming state can be varied, thereby improving the interest of the player. be able to. Also, in the first counting effect, the first character displays a state related to the counting target image, and in the second counting effect, the second character displays a state related to the counting target image counting. The interest of the effect display can be improved by the relationship between the first count target image and the second count effect target image and the corresponding first character and second character. Then, since the first count effect and the second count effect are performed based on the count value of the same count target image, whether the count target image is counted in the first count effect or the second count. It is possible to make the player interested in the content of the performance as to whether it is performed in the performance. In this way, the player's interest can be improved by producing the transition of the gaming state related to the high probability state.

(24) The gaming machine shown in the embodiment described above has the following configuration.
A variable display device that performs variable display of a plurality of types of identification information each identifiable and derives and displays a display result, and the display result of the variable information display of the identification information in the variable display device is a predetermined specific display result A gaming machine that is controlled to a specific gaming state advantageous to the player,
Whether to control to the specific gaming state and whether to control to the high probability state in which the probability that the display result of the variable display becomes the specific display result is higher than the normal state after the specific gaming state ends. A pre-determining means for determining a display result of the display before deriving and displaying;
In the variable display device, a display for counting a predetermined first count target image and a second count target image without notifying whether or not the high probability state is controlled over a plurality of variable displays. Image counting effect means for performing
The image counting effect means
When the high probability state is controlled, the count value of the counted first count target image reaches the first count value at a higher rate than when the high probability state is not controlled. First counting effect means for performing one counting effect;
The second count at which the counted value of the second counting target image reaches the second counted value only when the variable display determined to be controlled to the specific gaming state by the predetermining means is performed. Second counting effect means for effecting,
The first counting effect means displays a state in which the first character is involved in counting the counting target image in the first counting effect (a variation of the mission effect, FIG. 36),
The second counting effect means displays a state in which the second character is involved in counting the counting target image in the second counting effect (variation example of mission effect, FIG. 36),
The gaming machine, wherein the first counting effect means and the second counting effect means use different counting object images as the counting object images (variation example of mission effect, FIG. 36).

  According to such a configuration, the predetermined first count target image and the second count target image are counted without notifying whether or not the high probability state is controlled over a plurality of variable displays. Display is performed. A first count effect in which the count value of the counted first count target image reaches the first count value at a higher rate when controlled to the high probability state than when not controlled to the high probability state Is performed, and only when the variable display determined to be controlled to the specific gaming state is performed, the second count effect in which the count value of the counted second count target image reaches the second count value is performed. . Accordingly, the expectation for the high probability state can be varied according to the count value of the first count target image, and the expectation for the specific gaming state can be determined according to the count value of the second count target image. Since the degree can be varied, the interest of the player can be improved. Also, in the first counting effect, the first character displays a state related to the counting target image, and in the second counting effect, the second character displays a state related to the counting target image counting. The interest of the effect display can be improved by the relationship between the first count target image and the second count effect target image and the corresponding first character and second character. And since the 1st count production and the 2nd count production are performed based on the count value of the count object picture which is different, it is interested in the player to the production contents of how many count object images can be counted. You can have it. In this way, the player's interest can be improved by producing the transition of the gaming state related to the high probability state.

  (25) In the above-described embodiment, there is shown a case where there is only one chance eye for each chance eye used as a combination of 2R probability variation big hit symbols and a chance eye used as a combination of small hit symbols. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a plurality of types of chance eyes to be used as combinations of 2R probability variable big hit symbols and chance eyes to be used as combinations of small hit symbols are set, and chance chances to be used are randomly selected and determined. May be.

  (26) In the above-described embodiment, when 15R big hit is determined, the item count number (the big hit item count number in FIG. 35) is always updated to the big hit set value in S262 of FIG. 28 and S262a of FIG. Indicated. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and in each of S261 in FIG. 28 and S261a in FIG. 35, the item count number (in the case of FIG. 35, the big hit item count number) is determined as the big hit set value when it is determined that the 15R big hit is determined. For example, it may be possible that the item count number (in the case of FIG. 35, the big hit item count number) is not updated to the big hit set value, such as randomly determining whether to update to the big hit value.

  (27) In the above-described embodiment, when it is determined that the small hit is designated in S348, and when it is determined that the 2R probability variation big hit or the small hit is designated in S350, the mission effects up to that time are determined. The example which continues is demonstrated. However, the present invention is not limited to this. When it is determined that the small hit is designated in S348, and when it is determined that the 2R probability variable big hit or the small hit is designated in S350, the mission effect until then is not continued. Alternatively, execution of a predetermined special mission effect (an effect different from other mission effects such as a so-called premier effect) may be newly started.

  (28) It should be noted that the embodiment disclosed this time is illustrative in all respects and not restrictive. The scope of the present invention is defined by the terms of the claims, rather than the description above, and is intended to include any modifications within the scope and meaning equivalent to the terms of the claims.

It is the front view which looked at the pachinko game machine from the front. It is a front view which shows the front surface of the game board in the state which removed the glass door frame. It is the rear view which looked at the pachinko game machine from the back. It is a block diagram which shows the structural example of a game control board (main board). It is a block diagram which shows the detailed circuit structure in a main board | substrate. It is a figure for demonstrating the random counter used in order that the microcomputer for game control may generate the random numbers used for game control. It is a figure for demonstrating an example of the various random counters which the microcomputer for effect control uses for effect control. It is a figure which shows each characteristic of various jackpots in a tabular form. It is a figure which shows a jackpot type selection table in a table format. It is a display screen figure which shows a display example when the item count effect as a mission effect is performed. It is a figure which shows an item data table in a table format. It is a flowchart which shows the main process which the microcomputer for game control performs. It is a flowchart which shows the main process which the microcomputer for game control performs. It is a flowchart which shows a timer interruption process. It is a flowchart which shows the program of special symbol process processing. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol normal process in a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol stop symbol setting process in a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows the fluctuation pattern setting process in a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows the special symbol stop process in a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows the big prize opening pre-processing in special symbol process processing. It is a flowchart which shows the hit | end process in a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows the special game process in a winning end process. It is a flowchart which shows the production control main process which the microcomputer for production control performs. It is a flowchart which shows a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows production control process processing. It is a flowchart which shows a symbol variation start process. It is a flowchart which shows the display result and production | presentation determination process in a symbol variation start process. It is a flowchart which shows the item count effect determination process in a display result and effect determination process. It is a flowchart which shows the process during symbol fluctuation. It is a flowchart which shows a symbol stop waiting process. It is a flowchart which shows a hit game end process. It is a flowchart which shows the game state management process in a winning game end process. It is a display screen figure which shows a display example when the item count effect as a mission effect by 2nd Embodiment is performed. It is a figure which shows the item data table by 2nd Embodiment in a table format. It is a flowchart which shows the item count effect determination process in the display result and effect determination process by 2nd Embodiment. It is a display screen figure which shows the example of a display of the character count effect which counts a character image as a mission effect.

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  9 variation display device, 1 pachinko machine, 560 game control microcomputer, 800 effect control microcomputer, 7 game area, 15 variable winning ball device, 31 main board, 80 effect control board.

Claims (7)

A variable display device that performs variable display of a plurality of types of identification information each identifiable and derives and displays a display result, and the display result of the variable information display of the identification information in the variable display device is a predetermined specific display result A gaming machine that is controlled to a specific gaming state advantageous to the player,
Whether to control to the specific gaming state and whether to control to the high probability state in which the probability that the display result of the variable display becomes the specific display result is higher than the normal state after the specific gaming state ends. A pre-determining means for determining a display result of the display before deriving and displaying;
In the variable display device, including image counting effect means for performing display for counting a predetermined count target image without notifying whether or not the high probability state is controlled over a plurality of variable displays,
The image counting effect means
A first count at which the count value of the counted image to be counted reaches a first count value at a higher rate when controlled to the high probability state than when not controlled to the high probability state First counting effect means for effecting;
The second count value in which the count value of the counted image to be counted exceeds the first count value only when the variable display determined to be controlled to the specific gaming state by the predetermining means is performed. And a second counting effect means for performing a second counting effect reaching the above. A variable display device that performs variable display of a plurality of types of identification information each identifiable and derives and displays a display result, and the display result of the variable information display of the identification information in the variable display device is a predetermined specific display result A gaming machine that is controlled to a specific gaming state advantageous to the player,
Whether to control to the specific gaming state and whether to control to the high probability state in which the probability that the display result of the variable display becomes the specific display result is higher than the normal state after the specific gaming state ends. A pre-determining means for determining a display result of the display before deriving and displaying;
In the variable display device, a display for counting a predetermined first count target image and a second count target image without notifying whether or not the high probability state is controlled over a plurality of variable displays. Image counting effect means for performing
The image counting effect means
When the high probability state is controlled, the count value of the counted first count target image reaches the first count value at a higher rate than when the high probability state is not controlled. First counting effect means for performing one counting effect;
The second count at which the counted value of the second counting target image reaches the second counted value only when the variable display determined to be controlled to the specific gaming state by the predetermining means is performed. A gaming machine comprising second counting effect means for performing effects. A start area that is provided in the game area and that satisfies a predetermined start condition when a game medium enters;
The fluctuation display device performs the fluctuation display based on the establishment of the start condition,
Whether or not the pre-determining means controls the high probability state after the specific gaming state ends, and controls the high probability high entry state set so that the game medium enters the starting area more easily than the normal state. And determining whether to control to the normal probability high entry state set so that the game medium is more likely to enter the starting area than the normal state without controlling to the high probability state after the end of the specific gaming state,
The image counting effect means is controlled to the normal probability high approach state after the specific gaming state is finished and when the high probability high approach state is controlled after the specific gaming state is finished in the specific gaming state. 3. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein a display for counting the counting target images is started after the specific gaming state is ended. The normal probability high approach state ends when a predetermined number of fluctuation displays are executed after the specific gaming state ends,
The said image count production | presentation means terminates the display for counting the said count object image, when the said predetermined | prescribed number of fluctuation displays are performed after the said specific game state is complete | finished. Game machines. A start area that is provided in the game area and that satisfies a predetermined start condition when a game medium enters;
The fluctuation display device performs the fluctuation display based on the establishment of the start condition,
The pre-determining means controls the high probability state after the specific gaming state is finished and controls the high probability normal entry state in which the ease of entering the game medium into the starting area is set to be the same as the normal state. Decide what to do,
The image counting effect means is the image counting effect after the end of the specific gaming state controlled to the high-probability normal entry state after the end of the specific gaming state and when a predetermined condition that the gaming state does not shift is satisfied. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein display is started. At least one of the first achievement condition for performing the first count effect in the image count effect display and the second achievement condition for performing the first count effect in the image count effect display. An achievement condition selection means for selecting one of a plurality of achievement conditions,
6. The information processing device according to claim 1, further comprising notification means for notifying a player of each of the first achievement condition and the second achievement condition selected by the achievement condition selection means. The gaming machine described in 1.   The display for counting the count target images performed by the image count effecting means is a display indicating that the count target images are added and a display indicating that the count target images are subtracted. A gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 6.

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