JP2011177572A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To improve the excitement of a game effect concerning information notice in a game machine having a special play execution device which, if a lottery result of a lottery device is a win, stops and displays a predetermined winning image pattern after an image pattern controller changes and displays image patterns and executes a special play which makes a special electric gimmick fixed in a game region to be in a state allowing game balls to win easily. <P>SOLUTION: A period reporting tool can report a period shorter than a predetermined period which makes a game to be in a predetermined game state when a special play is over. If it reports a period shorter than the predetermined period, it reports the residual period until the predetermined period when the reported period goes by. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2011,JPO&amp;INPIT

Description

  In the present invention, when the lottery result of the lottery means is a win, the symbol control means causes the symbols to be displayed in a variable manner, and then a predetermined winning symbol is stopped and displayed, and a special electric accessory provided in the game area is played. The present invention relates to a gaming machine including special game execution means for executing a special game that makes it easy to win a ball.

  Conventionally, in a pachinko machine that is a kind of gaming machine, a variable symbol display game is performed in which a variable display device displays a plurality of different symbols. When the display result of the symbol variation game is a display result indicating a jackpot, a jackpot game is awarded. In the jackpot game, the player is given an opportunity to acquire a large number of game balls. In addition, the jackpot includes a probability variation jackpot that gives a probability variation (hereinafter referred to as “probability change”) state after the jackpot game ends, and a non-probability change jackpot that does not give a probability change state after the jackpot game ends. There was also a gaming machine like this. The probability variation state is a state in which the winning probability of jackpot is changed from a normal probability having a low probability to a high probability, and is a gaming state advantageous compared to the normal probability. In general, whether or not the probability variation is a big hit depends on the display result of the symbol variation game.

  In such a pachinko machine, whether or not it will be a promising jackpot depends on the display result, so the game performance is clear, but the jackpot game given after the display result is derived is a lot of game balls There is a concern that the game will be in a state just for acquisition, that is, a game state that is simply digested, and the interest of the game will be reduced. In order to dispel this concern, we do not clearly notify whether or not a promiscuous jackpot, and do not report whether or not a promiscuous state has been granted, and a probabilistic latent that suggests the possibility of a promiscuous state after the jackpot gaming state ends A gaming machine that produces an effect has been proposed (see Patent Document 1). According to this, even in the game after the end of the jackpot gaming state, it is possible to make an interest about whether or not the probability variation state is given, and it is possible to improve the interest of the game. In Patent Document 1, the probability variation latency effect is performed even if the probability variation state is not given, so that it is determined whether or not the probability variation state is imparted even if the probability variation latency effect is performed to the player. I try not to let it.

JP 2004-65388 A

  However, in the pachinko machine of Patent Document 1, the number of symbol variation games in which the probability variation latent effect is performed is selected by lottery from a plurality of predetermined numbers (paragraph number [0052] [paragraph number [0052] [ 0057] [0075]). For this reason, an effect that terminates the probability variation latent effect, that is, an effect that informs whether or not the probability variation state is given, suddenly occurs, and the player's will and the like are not reflected. In other words, despite the important effect that is noticed by the player to notify whether or not it is in a probabilistic state, the player's expectation cannot be raised and there is a risk that the interest of the game will be reduced.

  An object of the present invention is to display a special winning symbol provided in the game area by stopping and displaying a predetermined winning symbol after the symbol is variably displayed by the symbol control unit when the lottery result of the lottery unit is a win. In a gaming machine provided with special game execution means for executing a special game that makes it easy to win a game ball, it is to improve the interest of the production related to the notification.

In order to solve the above-described problems, the invention according to claim 1 is a variable display device capable of displaying a variation of a pattern,
Lottery means for performing a lottery for determining whether or not the game ball has won, on condition that the game ball has won a winning prize opening provided in a game area where the game ball flows down;
A symbol control means for controlling a symbol variation process to stop display after the symbol is variably displayed on the variable display device based on a lottery result by the lottery means;
When the lottery result of the lottery means is the winning, the symbol control means causes the symbol to be variably displayed and then a predetermined winning symbol is stopped and displayed, and a special electric accessory is activated to enter the big prize opening. In a gaming machine comprising special game execution means for executing a special game that makes it easy to win a game ball of
As the starting winning opening, based on the establishment of a predetermined condition, a normal electric accessory capable of changing the state between a first state in which a game ball is difficult or impossible to win and a second state in which a game ball can be won,
Specific game state generating means for generating a specific game state that makes it easy to win a start winning opening by changing the conversion control of the ordinary electric accessory up to a predetermined period after the end of the special game;
A period informing means for informing the player of the predetermined period of the specific gaming state,
The lottery means
The predetermined period for determining the specific gaming state is determined on the condition that a game ball has won the start winning opening,
The period notification means includes
At the end of the special game, it is possible to report a period less than the predetermined period to be in the specific gaming state, and when the period less than the predetermined period is notified, the predetermined period The remaining period until is notified.

  Here, the variable display device may be a device that only displays a symbol, or a device that displays an effect in addition to the display of a symbol (for example, a liquid crystal display device).

  According to the first aspect of the present invention, it is possible to give the player a sense of gain and improve the interest of the game.

  According to the present invention, it is possible to give a player a sense of gain and improve the interest of the game.

It is a front view of the gaming machine according to the embodiment. It is a front view which shows the game board of the game machine which concerns on embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows the control system of the game machine which concerns on embodiment. It is a flowchart shown about an example of a main process. It is a flowchart shown about an example of a timer interruption process. It is a flowchart shown about an example of a special figure game process. It is a flowchart shown about an example of a special figure game branch process. It is a state transition diagram for demonstrating the operating state of a gaming machine. It is explanatory drawing shown about an example of a jackpot type. It is explanatory drawing shown about an example of the breakdown at the time of jackpot winning. It is explanatory drawing shown about an example of the game state which transfers after the big hit or the small hit end. It is a screen display shown about an example of a stage mode production. It is a figure which shows the example of a display of an alerting | reporting game. It is a flowchart shown about an example of alerting | reporting condition setting monitoring processing. It is a figure which shows the example of a display of a notification game. It is a figure which shows the example of a display of prefetch information. It is a figure which shows the example of a display of an information game. It is a flowchart shown about an example of alerting | reporting condition setting monitoring processing. It is a timing chart for demonstrating the execution aspect of an alerting | reporting game. It is a flowchart shown about an example of alerting | reporting condition setting monitoring processing. It is a figure which shows the example of a display of a notification game. It is a flowchart shown about an example of alerting | reporting condition setting monitoring processing. It is a flowchart shown about an example of the winning number counting process which concerns on 2nd Embodiment. It is a flowchart shown about an example of the alerting | reporting state setting process which concerns on 2nd Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the relationship between the number of prizes and the stage which transfers based on 2nd Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the example of a display in the special game which concerns on 2nd Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the example of a display in the electric support state which concerns on 2nd Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the relationship between the number of prizes and the number of time-short displays concerning 2nd Embodiment. It is a flowchart shown about an example of the time-saving display frequency setting process which concerns on 2nd Embodiment. It is a flowchart shown about an example of the short time display frequency control processing which concerns on 2nd Embodiment. It is a flowchart shown about an example of the time-saving frequency | count setting process which concerns on 2nd Embodiment. It is a figure explaining the operation example of the alerting | reporting apparatus which concerns on 2nd Embodiment. It is a figure explaining the operation example of the alerting | reporting apparatus which concerns on 2nd Embodiment. It is a figure explaining the operation example of the alerting | reporting apparatus which concerns on 2nd Embodiment. It is a figure explaining the operation example of the alerting | reporting apparatus which concerns on 2nd Embodiment. It is a timing chart for demonstrating the operation timing of the special electric accessory and opening-and-closing member which concerns on 2nd Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the breakdown at the time of the jackpot winning which concerns on 2nd Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the breakdown at the time of the jackpot winning which concerns on 3rd Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the relationship between the number of prizes and alerting | reporting probability which concern on 3rd Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the alerting time which concerns on 4th Embodiment. It is a flowchart shown about an example of the probability state alerting | reporting process which concerns on 4th Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the example of alerting | reporting of the state of the winning probability which concerns on 4th Embodiment. It is a flowchart shown about an example of the probability state alerting | reporting process which concerns on 4th Embodiment. It is a flowchart shown about an example of the probability state alerting | reporting process which concerns on 4th Embodiment. It is a flowchart shown about an example of the probability state alerting | reporting process which concerns on 4th Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the example of the timing alerting | reporting which concerns on 4th Embodiment. It is a flowchart shown about an example of the probability state alerting | reporting process which concerns on 4th Embodiment. It is a flowchart shown about an example of the probability state alerting | reporting process which concerns on 4th Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the example of the notification alerting | reporting which concerns on 4th Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the operation example of the alerting | reporting apparatus which concerns on 4th Embodiment. It is a timing chart for demonstrating the continuous prize winning time which concerns on 5th Embodiment. It is a flowchart shown about an example of the process at the time of a continuous winning table which concerns on 5th Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the example of the alert | report of the continuous winnings which concern on 5th Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the relationship between a winning order and display color which concern on 5th Embodiment. It is a flowchart shown about an example of the probability state alerting | reporting process which concerns on 5th Embodiment. It is the perspective view seen from the front side of the center case which concerns on 5th Embodiment. It is sectional drawing seen from the side of the center case which concerns on 5th Embodiment. It is a flowchart shown about an example of the chance state alerting | reporting process which concerns on 5th Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the example of alerting | reporting of the chance state of the continuous winning a prize concerning 5th Embodiment. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the fluctuation | variation pattern determination table which concerns on 6th Embodiment. FIG. 61 is an explanatory diagram illustrating an example of a variation display game according to the variation pattern determination table illustrated in FIG. 60. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the fluctuation | variation pattern determination table referred when hitting a special figure. It is a flowchart shown about an example of the variation | change pattern determination table change process performed when a big win or a small win is won in the lottery per special figure. It is a flowchart shown about an example of the big hit time table change process which concerns on 6th Embodiment. It is a flowchart shown about an example of the small hitting time table change process which concerns on 6th Embodiment. It is a screen display shown about an example of mode shift when the small hit has occurred in the normal mode. It is explanatory drawing shown about an example of the symbol row | line in a special figure fluctuation display game. It is a flowchart shown about other examples of the change pattern determination table change process which concerns on 6th Embodiment. It is a flowchart shown about an example of the small hitting time table change process which concerns on the modification of 6th Embodiment. It is a screen display shown about other examples of mode change when a small hit occurs in normal mode. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the fluctuation | variation pattern determination table which concerns on 7th Embodiment. It is a flowchart shown about an example of the big hit time table change process which concerns on 7th Embodiment. It is a flowchart shown about an example of the small hitting time table change process which concerns on 7th Embodiment. It is a flowchart shown about another example of the change pattern determination table change process which concerns on 7th Embodiment. It is a flowchart shown about another example of the change pattern determination table change process which concerns on 7th Embodiment. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the timing chart at the time of displaying a premium apology image. It is a screen display which shows an example of a premium apology image. It is explanatory drawing which shows the outline | summary of the fluctuation pattern determination table referred in 8th Embodiment. It is a flowchart shown about an example of the fluctuation pattern determination process which concerns on 8th Embodiment. It is a screen display shown about an example of the mountain climbing effect for alert | reporting a game state. It is a flowchart shown about an example of the probability state alerting | reporting process which concerns on 8th Embodiment. It is a screen display shown about an example of the mountain climbing effect at the time of alerting | reporting a normal state. It is a screen display shown about an example of the mountain climbing effect at the time of alerting a certain change state. It is a screen display shown about an example of the mountain climbing effect at the time of alert | reporting a game state when winning a lottery per special figure. It is a screen display shown about an example of the mountain climbing effect at the time of alert | reporting a game state according to a player's operation. It is a flowchart shown about an example of a probability state continuous alerting | reporting process. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the fluctuation | variation pattern determination table which concerns on 9th Embodiment. It is a flowchart shown about an example of the variation pattern determination process which concerns on 9th Embodiment. It is a flowchart shown about another example of the fluctuation pattern determination process which concerns on 9th Embodiment. It is a flowchart shown about an example of the common figure fluctuation pattern determination process which concerns on 9th Embodiment. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the fluctuation | variation pattern determination table referred according to the number of special figure starting memories in normal mode.

[First Embodiment]
Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings. Here, a pachinko gaming machine as a suitable example of the gaming machine according to the present invention will be described. The gaming machine according to the present embodiment determines whether or not the big hit with the operation of the condition device or the small win without the operation of the condition device is won based on the start right generated by the start winning (per special figure). Lottery), and it is configured to give a profit to the player according to the determination result. In the lottery per special figure, whether or not the big hit or small hit is determined by comparing the random number for determination per special figure with the big hit determination value or the small hit determination value.

  FIG. 1 is a front view of a gaming machine 100 to which the present invention is applied, and FIG. 2 is a front view showing a gaming board 1 provided in the gaming machine 100. As shown in FIG. 1, the gaming machine 100 includes a machine frame 110 configured in a rectangular frame shape, and the front side of the machine frame 110 can be rotated in a door shape forward with respect to the machine frame 110. A rectangular frame-shaped front frame 120 is pivotally attached to the frame. The front frame 120 is a front frame main body 130 serving as a base for mounting various members and the like provided in the front frame 120, and a clear pivotally supported on the front frame side with respect to the front frame main body 130. It has a member holding frame 140 and a firing operation unit 150 attached to the lower side of the clear member holding frame 140 on the front surface of the front frame main body 130. The front frame main body 130 is configured in a substantially rectangular plate shape that just covers the front side of the machine frame 110 having a rectangular frame shape, and the game board 1 is fitted and accommodated in a portion extending from the center to the upper end portion. A square-shaped opening is formed. The front surface of the game board 1 accommodated in the front frame body 130 faces the front side from the opening of the front frame body 130. That is, the game board 1 is attached to the front frame 120 by being fitted into the front frame main body 130.

  A clear member holding frame 140 that covers the front side of the front frame body 130 is disposed in an opening portion in which the game board 1 of the front frame body 130 is fitted, that is, a portion extending from a slightly lower side to an upper end portion than the center of the front frame body 130. Has been. Between the front surface of the game board 1 and the glass plate as the clear member fitted in the clear member holding frame 140, a portion surrounded by the guide rails 2 provided on the front surface of the game board 1 is launched a game ball. The game area 1a flows down. One side of the clear member holding frame 140 (the left side as viewed from the front side of the gaming machine 100) is pivotally supported by one side of the front frame main body 130 so as to open and close like a door. By opening the clear member holding frame 140, the front side of the game area 1a on the front side of the game board 1 can be opened. The clear member holding frame 140 is spaced from the game board 1 fitted in the opening so as to substantially close the opening of the front frame main body 130 so that a game area 1a is allowed to flow down. Double glass plates are fixed. In the clear member holding frame 140, at least a part of the game area 1a on the front side of the game board 1 can be visually recognized from the front side of the gaming machine 100 through a glass plate.

  On the front surface of the clear member holding frame 140, around the portion where the glass plate is fixed and the gaming area 1a is visible, a frame side continuous notice display device (frame decoration) having an LED 161 (see FIG. 3) inside. Device) 72, speakers 145 and 145 for outputting sound, and the like. The frame-side continuous notice display device 72 realizes effects related to a hold-ahead notice and a pseudo-continuous notice, which will be described later, in various light emission modes.

  A key hole 143 that forms a part of the locking device is formed on the front surface of the right end portion when viewed from the front surface side that is the open end side of the clear member holding frame 140 that is pivotally attached to the front frame body 130. The key hole 143 is a part of the locking device of the front frame main body 130 and also a part of the locking device of the clear member holding frame 140. When the key is inserted into the key hole 143 and rotated to one side (for example, counterclockwise). The front frame main body 130 is unlocked, and when it is turned to the other side (for example, clockwise), the clear member holding frame 140 is unlocked.

  A firing operation unit 150 is attached below the clear member holding frame 140 on the front side of the front frame body 130. The firing operation unit 150 has a left and right side part, which is one side part of the left and right side parts, pivotally attached to the front frame main body 130, and can be opened and closed by rotating in the left and right direction, and a lower panel 152 below the opening and closing panel 151. It consists of. The open / close panel 151 has an upper plate 153 that stores the discharged game balls and sends the game balls to a launching device (not shown) that launches the game balls. An effect button 157 that can be operated by the player in relation to the effect in the liquid crystal display device 50 is provided around the upper plate 153. On the lower panel 152 on the lower side of the open / close panel 151, a lower plate 154 and an ashtray 155 for storing game balls that cannot be accommodated in the upper plate 153, and a launch operation of the game balls toward the game area 1a, An operation handle 156 for adjusting a firing force when a game ball is launched in the game area 1a, a speaker 145 for outputting sound, and the like are provided.

  As shown in FIG. 2, the game area 1a of the gaming board 1 includes a center case 200, a universal start gate 21, a special figure 1 start opening 24, a special figure 2 start opening 25, a first grand prize opening 26, a general prize. A mouth direction changing member (not shown) called a windmill, a number of obstacle nails (not shown), and the like are arranged. In addition, an out hole 29 for collecting the out ball is provided at the center of the lowermost end of the game area 1a, and the launching force of the game ball launched into the game area 1a is absorbed in the upper right of the center case 200. A launching force absorbing portion 28 is provided along the inner surface of the guide rail 2.

  A game state display device 160 is provided on the lower right front of the game board 1 and outside the guide rail 2. In this game state display device 160, a special figure display 23 for displaying a special figure fluctuation display game, a special figure 1 display 22A for displaying a special figure 1 fluctuation display game, and a special figure for displaying a special figure 2 fluctuation display game. 2 display 22B, a general-purpose memory display 20 for displaying the number of unprocessed times of a general-purpose variable display game (number of memory for general-purpose start), and an unprocessed number of times for a special-purpose variable-game 1 Special figure 1 memory display 12 for displaying, Special figure 2 memory display 13 for displaying the number of unprocessed times of special figure 2 variable display game (special figure 2 starting memory number), Special figure 1 / Special figure 2 variable display game A decision round number display 14 for displaying whether the result is per 2R or per 15R is provided (see FIG. 3). Special figure memory display 20, Common figure display 23, Special figure 1 display 22A, Special figure 2 display 22B, Special figure 1 storage display 12, Special figure 2 storage display 13, Decision round number display 14 is integrally provided as a segment LED.

  The center case 200 is attached to the approximate center of the game area 1a, and has a window portion 10a that serves as a display area for a special figure change display game (decoration special figure change display game). A liquid crystal display device 50 is disposed behind the window 10 a formed in the center case 200. The liquid crystal display device 50 includes, for example, a display unit including a liquid crystal display, and the display contents can be visually recognized from the front side of the game board 1 through the window 10 a of the center case 200. Instead of the liquid crystal display device 50, a display such as an EL or CRT may be used as the display device.

  On the upper part of the center case 200, an armor portion 230 protruding in a hook shape is provided. The front end of the armor portion 230 is disposed in the vicinity of the back surface of the glass plate that regulates the front side of the game area 1 a, thereby preventing the game ball from flowing into the center case 200. The armor portion 230 includes an inclined surface portion 231 that is inclined from the upper end portion to the lower left side, and a movable member (special electric accessory) that opens and closes the second grand prize winning opening 61 in the middle portion of the inclined surface portion 231. 61b is provided. Inside the second big prize opening 61 (winning area), a second big prize opening sensor 61a (see FIG. 3) for detecting a game ball that has entered the second big prize opening 61 is arranged. Further, a left side surface portion 232 is formed continuously from the lower end portion of the inclined surface portion 231, and a warp flow path constituting member 240 having a warp inlet is provided in a substantially lower portion of the left side surface portion 232.

  The 2nd big prize opening 61 is opened 2R by the opening and closing operation of the movable member 61b when winning per 2R (per 2R normal per 2R probability variation) and when winning a small hit per 8 types of big hits described later It has come to be. That is, the special electric accessory provided in the game area 1a is set in a state where a game ball can be easily won. However, since the opening / closing time of the movable member 61b is set to be extremely short, almost no prize ball can be expected.

  On the right side of the center case 200, a panel-side continuous notice display device 71 having four light emitting portions configured to be able to visually recognize the light emission of the internal LED from the circular window portion is provided. The effects of various light emission modes in the board-side continuous notice display device 71 decorate the effects of the variable display game executed on the liquid crystal display device 50, and realize the hold prefetch notice and the pseudo-continuous notice. For example, the four light emitting units 71a to 71d are turned on / off in correspondence with the number of continuous fluctuations related to the hold prefetching notice indicating how many games the hold prefetching notice is to be executed. Further, the pseudo continuous notice is turned on / off corresponding to the number of pseudo stations indicating how many times the pseudo continuous notice is continuously executed.

  A normal start gate 21 is provided on the left side of the center case 200. In the usual figure starting gate 21, a usual figure gate sensor 21a (see FIG. 3) for detecting a game ball that has passed through the usual figure starting gate 21 is provided. When a game ball that has been driven into the game area 1a passes through the normal diagram start gate 21 and is detected by the general diagram gate sensor 21a, a general diagram change display game is played on the general diagram display 23. Then, when a predetermined result mode is derived in the normal map change display game, the normal map is hit, and the special figure 2 starting port 25 is opened by an opening / closing operation of a movable member 25b (ordinary electric accessory) described later. Note that the universal variation display game may be displayed on a part of the display area of the liquid crystal display device 50. In this case, as identification symbols (identification information), for example, numbers, symbols, character symbols, etc. Ordinary symbols are used, and this is performed by changing the display for a predetermined time and then stopping the display.

  A special FIG. 1 start port 24 is provided below the center case 200, and a special FIG. 1 start port sensor 24a (see FIG. 3) is provided therein. The special figure 1 start right for starting the special figure 1 variable display game is generated based on the detection of the game ball by the special figure 1 opening sensor 24a. A special figure 2 start opening 25 is provided below the special figure 1 start opening 24, and a special figure 2 start opening sensor 25a (see FIG. 3) is provided therein. Based on the detection of the game ball by the special figure 2 start opening sensor 25a, a special figure 2 start right for starting the special figure 2 variable display game is generated. The special figure 2 starting port 25 includes a pair of left and right movable members (ordinary electric accessories) 25b and 25b. The pair of movable members 25b and 25b are normally kept closed with an interval of about the diameter of the game ball, and the upper portion is closed by the special figure 1 starting port 24, so that the special figure 2 is started. A game ball cannot be received in the mouth 25. On the other hand, in the case of hitting a normal figure, it is opened in a reverse “C” shape for a predetermined time (for example, 0.5 seconds) by a general electric power SOL 25c (see FIG. 3) as a driving device and accepts a game ball. It becomes possible. This makes it easy for a game ball to win the special figure 2 starting port 25, and thus the special figure 2 variable display game can be easily started.

  Thus, in the gaming machine 100, the game ball is won by the opening / closing operation of the first starting port (special figure 1 starting port 24) provided in the gaming area and the movable member (25b, 25b) as a normal electric accessory. There is provided a second starting port (special drawing 2 starting port 25) that is converted into a state where it is easy to play (second state) and a state where the game ball is difficult to win or does not win (first state). Also, a third starting port (ordinary starting gate 21) is provided that generates a third starting right different from the first starting right or the second starting right when the game ball wins or passes.

  The special figure 1 fluctuation display game and the special figure 2 fluctuation display game are executed by the special figure 1 display 22A and the special figure 2 display 22B. By stopping and displaying the result mode, the special figure 1 fluctuation display game and the special figure 2 fluctuation display game are performed. In the liquid crystal display device 50, a decorative special figure fluctuation display game is executed in which a plurality of types of identification information (for example, numbers, symbols, character designs, etc.) are displayed in a variable manner corresponding to each special figure fluctuation display game. That is, the special figure 1 display 22A, the special figure 2 display 22B, and the liquid crystal display device 50 display a variable display game (a special figure variable display game, a decorative special figure variable display game) with a plurality of symbols as a variable display device. To do.

  Then, in the special figure variation display game executed by the special figure 1 display 22A or the special figure 2 display 22B, when a special result mode (for example, “7”) is derived and hits the special figure (so-called big hit), A special gaming state (so-called jackpot state) occurs. Correspondingly, a special result mode (for example, any one of the numbers in the flat order such as “777” in the case of 15R jackpot) is also derived in the special display variation display game executed on the liquid crystal display device 50. Further, in the special figure variation display game, a small hitting result mode (for example, “8”) is derived, and when the small hitting is achieved, a small hitting state is generated. Correspondingly, a small hitting result mode (for example, “7 small 7”, “small” is a small winning symbol) is also derived in the decorative special figure variation display game. In this embodiment, a part of the special result mode (result mode corresponding to 2R) and the small hit result mode in the decorative special figure variation display game have the same symbol configuration, and the result aspect of the decorative special map variable display game It is made impossible to recognize which win was won. In addition, the game machine 100 may not be provided with the special figure 1 display 22A and the special figure 2 display 22B, and the special figure variation display game may be executed only by the liquid crystal display device 50.

  A special first prize opening 26 is provided below the special figure 2 starting opening 25. The first grand prize winning opening 26 includes an attacker-type opening / closing door (special electric accessory) 26b that is rotatable in a direction in which the upper end side is tilted toward the front side. The open / close door 26b is driven by, for example, a first grand prize opening SOL26c (see FIG. 3) as a drive device. Inside the first grand prize opening 26 (winning area), a first big prize opening sensor 26c (see FIG. 3) that detects a game ball that has entered the first big prize opening 26 is disposed. During the special game state, the opening / closing operation of the opening / closing door 26b converts the first grand prize winning opening 26 from a closed state (a disadvantageous state for the player) to an open state (a state advantageous for the player), and a game ball Inflow becomes easier. That is, the special electric accessory provided in the game area 1a is set in a state where a game ball can be easily won.

  The general winning opening 27 is provided with a general winning opening sensor 27a (see FIG. 3) for detecting a game ball that has entered the general winning opening 27. A game ball driven into the game area 1a by starting the game is a general winning opening 27, ..., special figure 2 starting opening 25, special figure 1 starting opening 24, first big winning opening 26, second When a prize is entered in any of the prize winning openings 61 or the like, information relating to the winning ball corresponding to each prize opening is output to a discharge control device (not shown). The discharge control device controls the discharge device to discharge (pay out) a predetermined number of game balls.

  In the gaming machine 100, the special figure 1 start right (first start right) or the special figure 2 start right (second start right) for starting the special figure 1 / special figure 2 variable display game is respectively an upper limit number (for example, 4) and can be stored as special figure 1 start memory or special figure 2 start memory. In addition, the right to start a general map (third start right) for starting the normal map display game can be stored as a general map start memory within the upper limit (for example, four). The special figure 1 fluctuation display game and the special figure 2 fluctuation display game are not executed simultaneously, and the special figure 2 fluctuation display game is executed in preference to the special figure 1 fluctuation display game. That is, when there is both the special figure 1 start memory and the special figure 2 start memory, the special figure fluctuation display game is executed when the special figure fluctuation display game can be executed.

  Therefore, at the start of the game, that is, when the special figure 1 / special figure 2 start memory number is 0 (hold 0) and the special figure 1 / special figure 2 variable display game is not being executed, When the game ball wins, the special figure 1 start memory number is incremented by 1 with the generation of the special figure 1 start right. The special figure 1 variation display game is immediately started based on the special figure 1 start right related to the special figure 1 start memory, and at this time, the special figure 1 start memory number is subtracted by one. At the start of the game, that is, when the special figure 1 / special figure 2 start memory number is 0 (hold 0) and the special figure 1 / special figure 2 variable display game is not being executed, When the game ball wins, the special figure 2 start memory number is incremented by 1 with the generation of the special figure 2 start right. Then, the special figure 2 variation display game is immediately started based on the special figure 2 start right related to the special figure 2 start memory, and at this time, the special figure 2 start memory number is subtracted by one.

  On the other hand, in the state where the special figure 1 variable display game cannot be started immediately, such as during the special figure 1 / special figure 2 variable display game or during the special game state, The starting memory number is incremented by one up to the upper limit number, and the special figure 1 starting right is stored. And in the state where the special figure 1 start memory number is 1 or more (holding 1-4 of special figure 1), the special figure 1 variable display game can be started (the previous special figure variable display game is finished, Or, when the special gaming state ends and there is no special figure 2 start memory), the special figure 1 start memory number is decremented by 1 and the special figure 1 variable display is based on the stored special figure 1 start right. The game starts. Further, when a game ball is won at the special figure 2 starting port 25 in a state where the special figure 2 variable display game cannot be started immediately, such as during the special figure 1 / special figure 2 variable display game or in the special game state, the special figure 2 The starting memory number is incremented by one up to the upper limit number, and the special figure 2 starting right is stored. And in the state where the special figure 2 start memory number is 1 or more (holding 1-4 of special figure 2), the special figure 2 variable display game can be started (the previous special figure variable display game is finished, When the special game state is completed), the special figure 2 start memory number is decremented by 1, and the special figure 2 variable display game is started based on the stored special figure 2 start right.

  The special figure 1 start memory number is displayed on the special figure 1 memory display 12 and is also displayed on the liquid crystal display device 50 as a decorative special figure start memory display. Further, the special figure 2 start memory number is displayed on the special figure 2 memory display 13 and also displayed on the liquid crystal display device 50 as a decorative special figure start memory display. The start right for starting the usual figure variation table game can be stored as the usual figure start memory within the upper limit number (for example, four) in the same manner as the special figure start right. The number of memory for starting the normal map is displayed on the general memory display 20, but it may be displayed on the liquid crystal display device 50. Each start memory display 12, 13, 20 is configured to include, for example, two upper and lower LEDs. When the starting memory number is “1”, the upper LED is lit, and when the starting memory number is “2”, the lower LED is also lit. When the starting memory number is “3”, the upper LED blinks, and when the starting memory number is “4”, the lower LED also blinks. The number of start memories can be determined by lighting / blinking the two LEDs in this way.

  FIG. 3 is a block diagram showing a part of the control system of the gaming machine 100. As shown in FIG. 3, the gaming machine 100 has a game control device 30 as a main control device that controls the progress of the game as its control system, and sub-controls that control various effects under the control of the game control device 30. And an effect control device 40 as a device.

  The game control device 30 includes a game microcomputer 31 having a CPU 31a, a RAM 31b, a ROM 31c, etc., a clock (oscillator: CLK) 32, an input / output I / F 33, and the like. Among these, the CPU 31a includes a control unit and a calculation unit, performs calculation control, and also generates various random numbers related to a special figure or a usual variable display game. For each random number, a random number for special figure determination for determining whether or not a special figure per game (big hit) in the special figure fluctuation display game is used. Random number for judgment, symbol determination random number used for symbol determination at the time of special figure jackpot (probable jackpot / normal jackpot), fluctuation pattern in special figure fluctuation display game (variable display game execution time in various reach and non-reach fluctuation display) For example, a random number for determining a variation pattern used for the determination.

  The RAM 31b stores a storage area for storing an ON signal of the special figure 1 start opening sensor 24a provided in the special figure 1 start opening 24, a special figure 2 start opening sensor 25a provided in the special figure 2 start opening 25, and the like. The figure includes a storage area for storing an ON signal of a normal gate sensor 21a provided in the start gate 21, a storage area for various random numbers, a work area for the CPU 31a, and the like. In addition to the game control program and control data being written in the ROM 31c, a special figure determination table having a special figure determination value for determining whether or not the big win or the small win of the special figure variation display game is determined. A universal figure determination table having a universal figure determination value for determining whether or not the variable display game is normal is stored.

  The input / output I / F 33 has a low-pass filter and a buffer gate (not shown) through a special figure 1 start opening sensor 24a, a special figure 2 start opening sensor 25a, a general figure gate sensor 21a, a general winning opening sensor 27a, and a first large Various signals are input from the winning opening sensor 26a, the second large winning opening sensor 61a, and the like. These various signals are relayed by the input / output I / F 33 and output to the CPU 31a. Various control signals output from the CPU 31a are sent to the special figure 1 display 22A, the special figure 2 display 22B, the special figure 1 storage display 12, and the special figure 2 storage display via the input / output I / F 33. 13, the decision round number display 14, the general map display 23, the general map storage display 20, the special electricity SOL 25c as a driving means of the movable members 25b, 25b of the start port 25, the first grand prize winning port 26 The information is output to the first big prize opening SOL26c as driving means for opening and closing, the second big prize opening SOL61c as driving means for opening and closing the second second winning prize opening 61, the external information terminal 611, the effect control device 40, and the like.

  The game control device 30 is supplied with electric power from a power supply device (not shown), and other devices are also supplied with electric power from the power supply device. In addition, the power supply device is equipped with a backup power supply to enable power supply even when the external power supply is interrupted, such as during a power failure, and is stored in the volatile memory of each control device during a power failure. The loss of recorded data is prevented.

  The effect control device 40 includes a CPU 41a, a RAM 41b, a ROM 41c, a clock (oscillator: CLK) 43, an input / output I / F 43, and the like. The CPU 41 a includes a control unit and a calculation unit, receives the effect control command transmitted from the game control device 30, distributes the effect control command, controls the output of the sound effect from the speaker 145, and emits the decoration lamp / LED 161. Control, drive control of lower peach motor 441a, drive control of first upper peach solenoid (SOL) 431a, drive control of second upper peach solenoid (SOL) 431b, drive control of first upper peach motor 433a, Drive control of the second upper peach motor 433b, image display control in the liquid crystal display device 50, and the like are performed.

  The RAM 41b includes a storage area for various data, a work area for the CPU 41a, and the like. The ROM 41c stores various control programs and control data executed by the CPU 41a. In addition, sound data relating to sound effects and the like output from the speaker 145 is stored as an audio ROM. Further, image data relating to an image or the like displayed on the liquid crystal display device 50 is stored as a symbol ROM. In FIG. 3, the RAM 41b and the ROM 41c are provided as separate members. However, they may be provided integrally as a first memory (not shown). Further, a chip in which the first memory and the CPU 41a are integrated may be provided.

  The input / output I / F 43 includes a speaker 145, a decoration lamp / LED 161, a lower peach motor 441a, a first upper peach SOL 431a, a second upper peach SOL 431b, a first upper peach motor 433a, and a second upper peach motor. 433b, first upper peach position detection sensor 423a, second upper peach position detection sensor 423b, lower peach position detection sensor 441q, effect button sensor 157a, SELECT button sensor 157b, liquid crystal display device 50, board side continuous notice display device 71 The frame side continuous notice display device 72 is connected. The control signal output from the CPU 41a is output to these blocks via the input / output I / F 43.

  Next, game control processing by the game control device 30 will be described. This game control process includes a main process that controls the game in an integrated manner and a timer interrupt process that is performed every predetermined time (for example, every 2 mSec). FIG. 4 is a flowchart for explaining the main process. This main process is realized by the CPU 31a of the game control device 30 reading and executing the main process program stored in the ROM 31b immediately after the activation.

  As shown in FIG. 4, in the main process, as a process at the start of the program, an initialization process at power-on is performed (step S1) and a power failure recovery process is performed (step S2). Next, loop processing is performed as main loop processing. In this loop processing, processing for starting an interrupt timer is performed to start CTC (counter timer circuit) (step S3). Next, a process for prohibiting interruption is performed (step S4), and an initial value random number update process for breaking the temporal regularity of the random number by updating the initial value of a random number such as a random number for hit determination is performed (step S5). ). Thereafter, processing for permitting an interrupt is performed (step S6).

  Then, the power failure inspection area of the RAM 31b is checked to determine whether or not a power failure has occurred (step S7). In the power failure inspection area, check data is set when the power of the gaming machine is cut off due to a power failure, and the check data is not stored in normal times. Therefore, it can be determined whether or not a power failure has occurred by determining the presence or absence of the check data. If it is determined in step S7 that no power failure has occurred, the process proceeds to step S4, and the processes in steps S4 to S7 are repeated. On the other hand, if it is determined in step S7 that a power failure has occurred, processing is performed when a power failure occurs (step S8). Immediately after the occurrence of a power failure, the backup power supply supplies power that can execute the processing when the power failure occurs.

  In the process when a power failure occurs, first, a process for prohibiting interruption is performed. And the process which turns off all the output ports is performed, and the process which clears a power failure inspection area | region is performed. Further, after performing the process of saving the power failure recovery inspection area check data in the power failure recovery inspection area, performing the process of calculating the checksum when the power of the RAM 31b is cut off, and performing the process of prohibiting access to the RAM 31b Wait for the power to turn off. Thus, by saving the power failure recovery inspection area check data in the power failure recovery inspection area and calculating the checksum at the time of power interruption, the information stored in the RAM 31b before the power interruption is correctly backed up. Can be determined at power-on.

  FIG. 5 is a flowchart for explaining the timer interrupt process. This timer interrupt process is executed when an interrupt is permitted in step S6 of the main process. As shown in FIG. 5, in step S11, when a timer interrupt request is generated (when interrupt is permitted), the data stored in the register is saved in the RAM 31b. In step S12, various sensors (Special Figure 1 Start Port Sensor 24a, Special Figure 2 Start Port Sensor 25a, General Gate Sensor 21a, General Winner Port Sensor 27a, First Grand Prize Port Sensor 26a, Second Grand Prize Port Sensor 61a. Etc.) is input. In addition, output data set in various processes is output to solenoids (first big prize opening SOL26c, second big prize opening SOL61c, general electric power SOL25c), indicators 22A, 22B, 23, and the like.

  In step S13, the command set in the transmission buffer in various processes is output to the effect control device 40 or the like (command transmission process). In step S14, the random number for determination per special figure, the random number for symbol determination, and the random number for determination per universal figure are updated (random number update process 1). In step S15, the initial value of the random number is updated in order to destroy the temporal regularity of the random number (initial value random number update process).

  In step S16, a random number for determining a fluctuation pattern for determining a fluctuation pattern in the special figure fluctuation display game for a decoration related to the special figure fluctuation display game, and a random number for table determination for setting the fluctuation pattern determination table are updated (random numbers). Update process 2). In step S17, it is detected from the special figure 1 start opening sensor 24a, the special figure 2 start opening sensor 25a, the ordinary figure gate sensor 21a, the general winning opening sensor 27a, the first big winning opening sensor 26a, the second big winning opening sensor 61a and the like. It is monitored whether or not a signal is input (winning mouth SW monitoring process). In step S18, an abnormal state is detected based on detection signals from sensors, ball breakage sensors, payout ball detection sensors, overflow sensors, frame opening detection sensors (none of which are not shown) provided corresponding to each winning opening. Monitor for occurrence (error monitoring process).

  In step S19, processing relating to the special figure variation display game is performed (special figure game processing). The details of this special game process will be described later. In step S20, a process related to the normal map display game is performed (normal game process). In this ordinary game process, a lottery per ordinary figure is executed. The effect control command transmitted to the effect control device 40 or the like in step S13 is generated mainly by the special game process in step S19 or the ordinary game process in step S20. In step S21, processing related to a display (segment LED) that displays various information related to the game is performed (segment LED editing processing).

  In step S22, processing for setting a signal to be output to the external management apparatus in the output buffer is performed (external information editing processing). In step S23, a process for declaring that the timer interrupt process has ended is performed. In step S24, a process of restoring the register data saved in the RAM 31b in step S11 is performed. In step S25, a process for setting that the timer interrupt process is completed and the interrupt request can be accepted is performed.

  FIG. 6 is a flowchart showing an example of the special figure game process (step S19 in FIG. 5). In step S101 of FIG. 6, there is a prize (special figure 1 start prize) to the special figure 1 start port 24 based on the monitoring result (presence / absence of detection signal) in step S17 (winning prize SW monitoring process) of FIG. It is determined whether or not. When it is determined that there is a winning at the special figure 1 starting port 24, the process proceeds to step S102, and when it is determined that there is no winning at the special figure 1 starting port 24, the process proceeds to step S107. In step S102, the current special figure 1 start memory number (holding number) is acquired. In step S103, it is determined whether or not the special figure 1 starting storage number is 4 or more. When it is determined that the special figure 1 start memory number is 4 or more, that is, when the upper limit number of the special figure 1 start memory is exceeded (hold 4), the process proceeds to step S107, and the special figure 1 start memory number is obtained. Is determined to be not 4 or more (holding 0 to 3), the process proceeds to step S104. In step S104, the special figure 1 start memory number is incremented by 1 and updated.

  In step S105, various random numbers corresponding to the updated special figure 1 start memory are extracted and stored. Here, the various random numbers corresponding to the special figure 1 start memory are a random number for special figure determination, a random number for determining symbols, a random number for determining variation patterns, and the like. In step S106, the hold number command indicating the updated hold number and the continuous notice command for controlling the execution of the hold prefetch notice are set as the effect control command related to the special figure 1 start memory. This effect control command is transmitted to the effect control device 40 in step S13 of FIG. In the effect control device 40, based on this effect control command, a process related to the hold pre-reading notice, a process of displaying a decoration special figure start memory display, and the like are performed.

  Here, the continuous notice command is a result of determining whether or not the random number for determination per special figure related to the start-up memory coincides with the big hit determination value or the small hit determination value (lottery result per special figure), and the fluctuation pattern This is information about prefetching including the result of determining the variation pattern corresponding to the random number for determination. For example, the effect control device 40 is instructed in advance to be “losing normal reach or less” or “big hit” in the variable display game related to the reserved starting right. Note that the game control device 30 does not hold information regarding prefetching after transmitting the continuous notice command to the effect control device 40, and executes lottery per special drawing and determination of the variation pattern in the special drawing game branching process described later. To do.

  In step S107, based on the monitoring result in step S17 of FIG. 5, it is determined whether or not there is a prize (special figure 2 start prize) to the special figure 2 start opening 25. When it is determined that there is a winning at the special figure 2 starting port 25, the process proceeds to step S108, and when it is determined that there is no winning at the special figure 2 starting port 25, the process proceeds to step S113. In step S108, the current special figure 2 start memory number is acquired. In step S109, it is determined whether or not the special figure 2 start memory number is 4 or more. When it is determined that the special figure 2 start memory number is 4 or more, that is, when the upper limit number of the special figure 2 start memory is exceeded, the process proceeds to step S113, and the special figure 2 start memory number is not 4 or more. If it is determined, the process proceeds to step S110. In step S110, the special figure 2 start memory number is incremented by 1 and updated.

  In step S111, various random numbers corresponding to the updated special figure 2 start memory are extracted and stored. Here, the various random numbers corresponding to the special figure 2 start-up memory are a random number for special figure determination, a random number for determining symbols, a random number for determining variation patterns, and the like. In step S112, the hold number command indicating the updated hold number and the continuous notice command for controlling the execution of the hold prefetch notice are set as the effect control command related to the special figure 2 start memory. This effect control command is transmitted to the effect control device 40 in step S13 of FIG. In the effect control device 40, based on this effect control command, a process related to the hold pre-reading notice, a process of displaying a decoration special figure start memory display, and the like are performed.

  In step S113, a special figure game process number is acquired. In step S114, a special figure game branching process is performed based on the special figure game process number acquired in step S113. Details of this special game branching process will be described later. In step S115, a special figure variation control process for updating a special figure timer, which will be described later, is executed. Then, the special figure game process is terminated.

  From the above, the game control device 30 detects that a game ball has won a winning winning opening (Special Figure 1 starting opening 24, Special Figure 2 starting opening 25) provided in the game area where the game balls flow down. Provides detection means. Further, the game control device 30 stores the right to perform lottery by the lottery means (game control device 30) based on the detection of the game ball by the detection means (game control device 30) as a start memory with a predetermined number as an upper limit. Make a storage means. Further, the game control device 30 serves as a pre-determination unit that determines in advance the random number value stored in the start storage unit (game control unit 30) before the execution of the variable display game corresponding to the start storage. Further, the effect control device 40 serves as a start memory display means for displaying the start memory stored in the start memory means (game control device 30).

  FIG. 7 is a flowchart showing an example of the special figure game branching process (step S114 in FIG. 6). This special figure game branching process is a process for controlling the execution of the special figure fluctuation display game based on the start memory (start right), and is common to both the special figure 1 fluctuation display game and the special figure 2 fluctuation display game. It is processing.

  In step S121, it is determined whether or not the special figure game process number is “0”. If it is determined that the special figure game process number is “0”, the process proceeds to step S122. If it is determined that the special figure game process number is not “0”, the process proceeds to step S123. In step S122, a special figure routine process for performing lottery per special figure is executed. In the gaming machine 100, the variable display game based on the special figure 2 start right is executed in preference to the variable display game based on the special figure 1 start right. That is, in the special figure normal processing, first, it is determined whether or not there is a special figure 2 start memory. When it is determined that there is a special figure 2 start memory, a random number for determination per special figure related to this special figure 2 start memory is determined. A lottery will be performed per special figure 2. Then, the special figure game process number is changed to “1”, and the process returns to the original process (step S115 in FIG. 6). Also, if there is no special figure 2 start memory, it is determined whether or not there is a special figure 1 start memory. A lottery is performed per special figure 1 using random numbers. Then, the special figure game process number is changed to “2” and the process returns to the original process. If there is no special figure 1 start memory or special figure 2 start memory, a special waiting game command for instructing display control of the customer waiting demo image on the liquid crystal display device 50 is set in the effect control device 40, and the special drawing game is set. The process returns to the original process with the process number “0”.

  In step S123, it is determined whether or not the special figure game process number is “1”. When it is determined that the special figure game process number is “1”, the process proceeds to step S124, and when it is determined that the special figure game process number is not “1”, the process proceeds to step S125. In step S124, a special figure 2 fluctuation start process for setting information related to the special figure 2 fluctuation display game is executed. In this special figure 2 variation start process, for example, when the result of lottery per special figure 2 is a big hit, the big hit symbol (big hit type) is determined based on the random number for symbol determination stored in step S111 of FIG. Further, referring to a preset variation pattern determination table, the variation pattern (variation time) is determined based on the variation pattern determination random number stored in step S111 of FIG. After determining the jackpot symbol and the variation pattern, the variation control time related to the start memory is set in the special diagram timer, and the production control command (variation start command, variation pattern command, hold number command, etc.) to be transmitted to the production control device 40 Set. Then, the special figure game process number is changed to “3” and the process returns to the original process.

  In step S125, it is determined whether or not the special figure game process number is “2”. When it is determined that the special figure game process number is “2”, the process proceeds to step S126, and when it is determined that the special figure game process number is not “2”, the process proceeds to step S127. In step S126, a special figure 1 fluctuation start process for setting information related to the special figure 1 fluctuation display game is executed. In the special figure 1 variation start process, for example, when the lottery result per special figure 1 is a big hit, the big hit symbol (big hit type) is determined based on the random number for symbol determination stored in step S105 of FIG. Further, referring to a preset variation pattern determination table, the variation pattern (variation time) is determined based on the variation pattern determination random number stored in step S105 of FIG. After determining the jackpot symbol and the variation pattern, the variation control time related to the start memory is set in the special diagram timer, and the production control command (variation start command, variation pattern command, hold number command, etc.) to be transmitted to the production control device 40 Set. Then, the special figure game process number is changed to “3” and the process returns to the original process.

  In step S127, it is determined whether or not the special figure game process number is “3”. If it is determined that the special figure game process number is “3”, the process proceeds to step S128. If it is determined that the special figure game process number is not “3”, the process proceeds to step S129. In step S128, a special figure changing process for monitoring the fluctuation time of the special figure fluctuation display game is executed. When the special figure timer (fluctuation time) becomes 0, the time for stopping and displaying the result of the special figure fluctuation display game (stop symbol display time) is set in the special figure timer. Then, the special figure game process number is changed to “4” and the process returns to the original process. Until the special figure timer (fluctuation time) becomes 0, the process returns to the original process with the special figure game process number set to “3”.

  In step S129, it is determined whether or not the special figure game process number is “4”. When it is determined that the special figure game process number is “4”, the process proceeds to step S130, and when it is determined that the special figure game process number is not “4”, the process proceeds to step S131. In step S130, a special symbol display process is performed to control the variable display game after the symbol stops. When the special figure timer (stop symbol display time) becomes 0, it is determined whether the lottery result per special figure is a big hit or a small hit. When it is determined that the lottery result per special figure is a big hit or a small win, the time (big hit / small hit start time) to notify that the big hit or the small hit is started is set in the special figure timer, An effect control command (big hit / small hit start command) to be transmitted to the effect control device 40 is set. Then, the special figure game process number is changed to “5” and the process returns to the original process. On the other hand, if it is determined that the lottery result per special figure is a loss, the special figure game process number is changed to “0” and the process returns to the original process. Until the special figure timer (stop symbol display time) becomes 0, the special figure game process number remains “4” and the process returns to the original process.

  In step S131, it is determined whether or not the special figure game process number is “5”. When it is determined that the special figure game process number is “5”, the process proceeds to step S132, and when it is determined that the special figure game process number is not “5”, the process proceeds to step S133. In step S132, processing during fanfare / interval is performed to perform initialization when a big hit or a small hit occurs. When the special figure timer (big hit / small hit start time) becomes 0, the specified round number (for example, 15R or 2R) is set according to the type of big hit or small hit, and the big winning opening opening time (for example, 25 seconds) Or 1 second) is set in the special timer. Also, the number of rounds and the winning counter for the big prize opening are initialized, and an effect control command (such as a round start command) to be transmitted to the effect control device 40 is set. Then, the special figure game process number is changed to “6” and the process returns to the original process. Until the special figure timer (big hit / small hit start time) becomes 0, the special figure game process number remains “5” and the process returns to the original process.

  In step S133, it is determined whether or not the special figure game process number is “6”. If it is determined that the special figure game process number is “6”, the process proceeds to step S134. If it is determined that the special figure game process number is not “6”, the process proceeds to step S135. In step S134, the opening / closing door 26b or the movable member 61b is opened / closed to execute a process for opening the big prize opening for opening the first big prize opening 26 or the second big prize opening 61. When the prize winning counter of the big prize opening becomes 10 or more or the special figure timer (large prize opening time) becomes 0, the special prize timer closing time is set in the special figure timer. Then, the special figure game process number is changed to “7” and the process returns to the original process. The process returns to the original process while the special figure game process number is set to “6” until the prize counter of the big prize opening is 10 or more or the special figure timer (large prize opening opening time) becomes zero.

  In step S135, it is determined whether or not the special figure game process number is “7”. When it is determined that the special figure game process number is “7”, the process proceeds to step S136, and when it is determined that the special figure game process number is not “7”, the process proceeds to step S137. In step S136, after the first big prize opening 26 or the second big prize opening 61 is closed, a certain period of time is required to allow all the game balls remaining in the first big prize opening 26 or the second big prize opening 61 to flow down. The waiting ball winning ball remaining ball processing is executed. When the special figure timer (large winning opening closing time) becomes 0, it is determined whether the number of rounds has reached the specified number of rounds. When the specified number of rounds has been reached, a time for notifying that the big hit or the small hit has ended with the effect (a big hit end time) is set in the special-purpose timer, and an effect control command (the jackpot is transmitted to the effect control device 40) After the end command is set, the special game process number is changed to “8” and the process returns to the original process. On the other hand, if the specified number of rounds has not been reached, the special prize opening time is set in the special timer. Then, the number of rounds is incremented by 1 and updated, the prize counter of the big prize opening is initialized to 0, and an effect control command (such as a round start command) to be transmitted to the effect control device 40 is set. Change the number to “6” and return to the original process. Until the special figure timer (large winning opening closing time) reaches 0, the process returns to the original process with the special figure game process number set to “7”.

  In step S137, it is determined whether or not the special figure game process number is “8”. If it is determined that the special figure game process number is “8”, the process proceeds to step S138. If it is determined that the special figure game process number is not “8”, the process returns to the original process. In step S138, a jackpot end process is executed to change the probability state after the jackpot or jackpot ends according to the type of jackpot or jackpot. When the special figure timer (big hit end time) becomes 0, the probability state is set according to the big win lottery result or the small hit lottery result, and a fluctuation pattern determination table to be referred to after the next special figure fluctuation display game is set. Processing is performed and an effect control command (probability state command, transition destination mode command, etc.) to be transmitted to the effect control device 40 is set. Then, the special figure game process number is changed to “0” and the process returns to the original process. The special figure game branching process is executed as described above.

  As described above, the game control device 30 extracts the random number for determination per special figure of the variable display game based on the start winning in the special figure game process (step S19 in FIG. 5), and stores it in association with the start memory. To do. Further, the random number value for determination per special figure is compared with the big hit determination value or the small hit determination value stored in the ROM 31c to determine whether or not the big hit or small hit is appropriate (lottery per special figure). Then, based on the start right related to the special figure start memory, the special figure change display game is executed on the special figure 1 display 22A or the special figure 2 display 22B. When the lottery result per special figure is a big prize, the special result mode is displayed on the special figure 1 display 22A or the special figure 2 display 22B and a special gaming state is generated. When the lottery result per special figure is a small hit, the small hit result mode is displayed on the special figure 1 display 22A or the special figure 2 display 22B and a small hit state is generated. On the other hand, when the result of the special figure variation display game is a loss, the result form of the loss is displayed on the special figure 1 display 22A or the special figure 2 display 22B.

  In the special game state, for example, the opening / closing door 26b is opened by the first grand prize opening SOL26c, and the inflow of game balls to the first big prize opening 26 is made possible. Alternatively, the movable member 61 b is rotated by the second grand prize opening SOL 61 c to allow the game ball to flow into the second big prize opening 61. Then, a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls wins the first grand prize opening 26 or the second big prize opening 61, or a predetermined time from the opening of the first big prize opening 26 or the second big prize opening 61 Until one of the conditions (for example, 25 seconds or 1 second) elapses, one round (round game) is set, and this is continued for a predetermined number of rounds (for example, 15R or 2R) ( Cycle game). In the small hit state, for example, the movable member 61 b is rotated by the second big prize opening SOL 61 c to allow the game ball to flow into the second big prize opening 61. Then, control is performed so that a predetermined time (for example, 1 second) elapses from the opening of the second grand prize winning opening 61 as one round, and this is continued for a predetermined number of rounds (for example, 2R). In the special gaming state, which one of the first grand prize opening 26 or the second big prize opening 61 is to be opened is determined by, for example, the result mode of the special figure variation display game (the winning jackpot Type).

  In addition, the game control device 30 extracts a random number for determining the normal figure based on the passing of the game ball through the normal figure start gate 21 in the normal figure game process (step S20 in FIG. 5). The determination random number value is compared with the determination value per common figure stored in the ROM 31c, and the success / failure per common figure is determined (lottery per common figure). Then, based on the start right related to the general map start memory, the general map display 23 executes the general map change display game. When the lottery result for each figure is a win, a special result mode is displayed on the figure display 23, and the movable members 25b and 25b (ordinary electric accessories) are opened for a predetermined time by the ordinary electric SOL 25c. The inflow of game balls to the start port 25 is enabled. On the other hand, when the lottery result per common figure is a loss, the result form of the loss is displayed on the common figure display 23.

  In the special figure game process and the general figure game process described above, an effect control command for controlling the effect device (for example, the liquid crystal display device 50 or the like) is generated in accordance with the special image change display game or the normal view change display game. It is output to the production control device 40. Based on the effect control command from the game control device 30, the effect control device 40 displays, for example, a decoration special map variable display game corresponding to the special map variable display game on the liquid crystal display device 50, or corresponds to the start memory number. To display the decoration special figure start memory to be displayed. Also, processing for controlling sound output from the speaker 145, light emission of the decoration lamp / LED 161, processing for controlling the rotational driving of the lower peach motor 441a, processing for controlling the driving of the first upper peach solenoid, second upper A process for controlling the drive of the peach solenoid, a process for controlling the rotational drive of the first upper peach motor 433a, a process for controlling the rotational drive of the second upper peach motor 433b, and the like are performed.

  Further, for example, the production control device 40 draws whether or not to execute the hold prefetching notice or the pseudo continuous notice based on the continuous notice command set in step S106 or S112 in FIG. 6 and wins the lottery. Hold pre-reading notice and pseudo-continuous notice.

  Here, the hold pre-reading notice is executed in the special figure variation display game related to the start right held before the hold based on the result of the lottery per special figure based on the hold start right (start memory). It is a notice effect. In the pre-reading advance notice, there is a series of effects that are mutually related in the special-fluctuation display game related to the start right that is held at the time of winning the lottery (holding pre-read lottery) to determine whether or not to hold the pre-read advance notice. And executed. For example, when the number of holdings (starting memory number) at the time of winning the pre-reading notice lottery is 4, including the special map variation display game for four times of the holdings 1 to 4 or the running special map variation display game In addition, the pre-reading advance notice is executed in five special figure change display games. In addition, there is a case in which it is predicted that there is a high possibility of winning in the lottery per special drawing based on the start right by setting the display of the special display of the decoration as a holding pre-reading notice display different from normal. Here, the storage of the start right generated by the n-th winning is represented as n on hold. According to this reservation prefetch notice, it is possible to amplify a sense of expectation for a jackpot within the reservation in stages.

  In addition, the pseudo continuous notice means that, in the decorative special figure fluctuation display game related to one special figure fluctuation display game, after temporarily stopping the symbol fluctuation display, the symbol fluctuation display and stop are performed again. This is a notice effect that makes it appear that a special figure variation display game is being performed multiple times. In other words, a so-called pseudo-variable display in which a re-variable display is started at least once after a temporary stop in a result mode other than the special result mode in the decorative special map variable display game in the middle of the special map variable display game. It is a notice effect performed according to an aspect. In other words, in the middle of the special figure variation display game, the unit variation display that is stopped after the plurality of identification information is displayed in a variation for a predetermined time in the decoration special figure variation display game is performed two or more times, resulting in a result mode. This is a notice effect performed by a so-called pseudo-continuous variation display mode for deriving.

  Here, in the lottery for whether or not to hold the hold-ahead look-ahead notice or pseudo-continuous notice, the winning probability when the lottery result per special figure is a big win or a small hit is set higher than the winning probability when it is a loss. ing. Therefore, when the hold prefetch notice or the pseudo-continuous notice is executed, the player's sense of expectation for the big hit or the small hit increases. It should be noted that the lottery for determining whether to execute the hold prefetching notice or the pseudo continuous notice may be executed by the game control device 30 instead of the effect control device 40. In this case, information instructing execution of the hold prefetching notice or the pseudo continuous notice is transmitted to the effect control device 40 as a continuous notice command. Furthermore, the production control device 40 controls the stage mode production that clearly or unclearly informs the current probability state (winning probability state) based on the probability state command.

  From the above, it is a condition that the game control device 30 wins a game ball in the start winning opening (Special Figure 1 start opening 24, Special Figure 2 start opening 25) provided in the game area 1a where the game ball flows down. In addition, a lottery means for executing a lottery for determining whether or not the winning is achieved. In addition, it can be said that a lottery means for executing a lottery to determine whether or not a winning is made on condition that a winning of a game ball is detected by the detecting means (game control device 30). In addition, it can be said that a lottery means for determining whether or not a big hit with the operation of the condition device or a small win without the operation of the condition device is won based on the start right generated by the start winning.

  In addition, the game control device 30 controls the symbol variation process (special symbol variation display game) to be stopped and displayed after the symbol is variably displayed on the variable display device based on the lottery result by the lottery means (game control device 30). It serves as a control means. Further, the game control device 30 serves as a variation pattern setting means for setting a variation pattern (variation time) for causing the variation display game corresponding to the lottery result to be executed. In addition, the game control device 30, the effect control device 40, the liquid crystal display device 50, and the like constitute a variation display means for executing a special figure variation display game according to the set variation pattern. Further, the game control device 30 serves as a variation display instruction means for sequentially instructing execution of the special figure variation display game by the variation pattern related to the start memory. Here, the variation pattern related to the startup memory is a variation pattern determined based on a variation pattern determination random number stored in association with the startup memory.

  In addition, the game control device 30 waits for the symbol change display by the symbol control means after a predetermined period of time has elapsed from the end of the control of the symbol change process (special symbol change display game) by the symbol control means (game control device 30). It serves as a standby state setting means for setting a standby state (setting of a customer waiting demo command). In addition, when the game control device 30 wins the lottery result of the lottery means (game control device 30), the symbol control means (game control device 30) displays a predetermined winning symbol after variably displaying the symbols. A special game executing means for executing a special game in which the special electric combination provided in the game area 1a is displayed in a stopped state so that a game ball can be easily won. In addition, it can be said that when the lottery result is a big win or a small win, a profit granting means for giving a profit to the player by opening the big winning openings 26 and 61 in a predetermined manner is made. In addition, when the game control device 30 wins the lottery result of the lottery means (game control device 30), the number of executions of the round game is determined from the predetermined number of executions (the random number for symbol determination). (Based on) a round game execution frequency selection means to be selected.

  FIG. 8 is a state transition diagram for explaining the operating state of the gaming machine 100. In FIG. 8, a customer waiting state (standby state) ST1 is a state where the special figure variation display game is not executed and is left for a predetermined time, and is waiting for the start right to be generated based on the start winning. It is. At this time, a customer waiting demo image is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 50. In this customer waiting state ST1, when a game ball is won at the special figure 1 start port 24 or the special figure 2 start port 25 and a start right is generated, the state shifts to the variable state ST2.

  The fluctuation state ST2 is a state in which a special figure fluctuation display game is being executed. When the lottery per special figure is won in the fluctuation state ST2, a special result mode is derived in the special figure fluctuation display game, and the state shifts to the big hit state ST3. When the lottery is not selected per lottery in the variation state ST2, a result mode corresponding to the loss in the special diagram variation display game is derived. Thereafter, if there is a special figure start memory (special figure 1 start memories 1 to 4 or special figure 2 start memories 1 to 4), the next special figure variation display game is started. On the other hand, if there is no special figure start memory (both special figure 1 start memory and special figure 2 start memory are 0), it shifts to the customer waiting state ST1 with the elapse of a predetermined time.

  The jackpot state ST3 is a state in which a special gaming state in which the first grand prize winning opening 26 or the second big winning prize opening 61 is opened a predetermined number of times (a predetermined number of rounds) and a predetermined game value can be given to the player is generated. It is. When the big hit state ST3 is finished, if there is a special figure start memory, the next special figure fluctuation display game is started, and if there is no special figure start memory, it shifts to the customer waiting state ST1 as a predetermined time elapses.

  FIG. 9 is an explanatory diagram showing the jackpot type accompanied by the operation of the condition device in the gaming machine 100, and FIG. 10 is an explanatory diagram showing the breakdown of the jackpot winning. Here, the condition device is activated when a big hit occurs in the special figure fluctuation display game (stop display of the big hit symbol). When the conditional device is activated, for example, a big hit state occurs and the special electric accessory This means that a specific flag for continuously operating the open / close door (26a) or the movable member (61a) is set. That the condition device does not operate means that the above-mentioned flag is not set as in the case of winning a small lottery, for example. The “condition device” may be software means such as a flag that is turned on / off in software as described above, or may be hardware means such as a switch that is electrically turned on / off. In addition, the “condition device” is a term generally used in the field of pachinko gaming machines as a device whose operation is a necessary condition for continuous operation of the electric accessory, and the same applies to this specification. It is used as a term having a meaning.

  In FIG. 9, 2R normal win is the first winning probability (relatively low jackpot probability after the jackpot is ended) when the second jackpot 61 is opened for 1 second × 2R by the opening / closing operation of the movable member 61b when the jackpot occurs. For example, the jackpot is set to 1/316). The 2R probability change is a second winning probability (for example, the winning probability after the big hit is higher than the first winning probability (for example, The jackpot is set to about 10 times the first winning probability.

  The 15R normal win is a jackpot in which the first big winning opening 26 is opened for 25 seconds or 10 by the opening / closing operation of the opening / closing door 26b when the big hit occurs, and the jackpot probability after the jackpot ends is set to the first winning probability It is. The 15R probability change win is a jackpot in which the first big winning opening 26 is opened for 25 seconds or 10 by the opening / closing operation of the opening / closing door 26b when the big hit occurs, and the jackpot probability after the big hit ends is set to the second winning probability It is.

  The electric support (electric support state) is to increase the winning probability per general figure in the special figure fluctuation display game until the special figure fluctuation display game is consumed a predetermined number of times, and to change the fluctuation display time of the general figure fluctuation display game. By shortening, it is an electric-powered object support state in which the movable members 25b and 25b as normal electric-charged objects frequently open and close, and the game balls are easily awarded to the special figure 2 starting opening 25, which is also called time saving.

  Here, after the jackpot is over, the power support that is continued until the special figure variation display game is digested 100 times is distinguished from the power support 1, and the power support that is continued until the next jackpot is distinguished from the power support 2. Therefore, for example, NO. The game state after 2R normal hit of 2 is expressed as a normal state (electric support 1), and NO. The game state after hitting 2R probability change of 7 is expressed as a probability change state (electric support 2).

  In the gaming machine 100, the variation display time of the normal variation display game in a state without electric support (for example, a normal state) is set to a relatively long time (for example, 30 seconds). Then, the opening time of the special figure 2 starting port 25 when the normal figure is changed in the normal figure display game is set to a short time (for example, 0.3 seconds), and the special figure 2 for one normal figure is set. The number of opening of the start port 25 is also set small (for example, 1R). On the other hand, the fluctuation display time of the general-purpose fluctuation display game in the state with the electric support (for example, the normal state (electric support 1)) is shorter than the case without the electric support (for example, 2 to 5 seconds). ) Is set. Then, the opening time of the special figure 2 start opening 25 when the normal figure change display game is hit is set to a long time (for example, 1 second) as compared with the case without electric support, The number of times of opening of the special figure 2 starting port 25 with respect to the usual figure is also set larger than in the case of no electric support (for example, 3R).

  Thus, in the state with the electric support (so-called electric support), the number of times the special figure 2 start opening 25 is opened is increased more than the state without the electric support, and the game ball can easily win the special figure 2 start opening 25. Therefore, the special figure 2 start display memory is almost uninterrupted, and the special figure 2 variable display game is mainly executed until the state with the electric support is completed.

  In the present embodiment, the opening time of the big prize opening is shortened with a number of rounds less than 15R (for example, 1 second), and as an example per so-called short-time opening per 2R (per 2R normal per 2R probability variation). Although it is adopted, it may be possible to employ a short-time opening per opening where the opening round of the grand prize opening is other than 2R.

  The breakdown of the jackpot shown in FIG. 9 is as shown in FIGS. 10 (a) and 10 (b). As shown in FIGS. 10 (a) and 10 (b), when winning the jackpot in the special figure 2 variable display game, compared to when winning the big win in the special figure 1 variable display game, No. 2 is shown. 4 is set to a low ratio per 2R probability variation (no electric support). The ratio of 8 to 15R probability variation (with electric support until the next big hit) is set high. That is, in the jackpot symbol determination process executed in steps S124 and S126 of FIG. 7, the person who wins in the winning lottery based on the special figure 2 starting right is won more than in the winning lottery based on the special figure 1 starting right. The proportion of 15R jackpots is increasing. Since the special figure 2 variable display game is easy to be executed during the electric support, the No. with the largest profit given to the player is shown. Eight jackpots are likely to occur.

  Further, in the gaming machine 100, a small hit determination value different from the big hit determination value (a winning probability for the small hit is 1/220, for example) is compared with a special random number for determination per special figure. It is configured to generate hits. When the small hit occurs, as in the case of 2R, the second big prize opening 61 is opened for 1 second × 2R by the opening / closing operation of the movable member 61b, but the condition device is not operating at this time. Strictly speaking, the behavior at the time of occurrence of the small hit may not be the same as the behavior at the time of occurrence of 2R, and may be similar. Unlike the big win, there is no game state transition when the small win.

  As described above, in the gaming machine 100, the jackpot accompanied by the operation of the condition device is set to No. in FIG. No. 3 in FIG. The second hit and the fourth hit (per 2R) corresponding to 1, 2, 4, 5, and 7 are configured. Then, the profit granting means (game control device 30) included in the gaming machine 100 has a first prize opening in the first mode in which a game ball can be easily won when the first winning (per 15R) is won in the winning lottery ( The first profit granting means for giving the player the first profit by opening the first big prize opening 26), and the second winning in the winning lottery, the fourth winning (per 2R) A second that gives the player a second profit that is lower in value than the first profit by opening the grand prize opening (second big prize opening 61) in the second aspect having a shorter opening time than the first aspect. When a win is won in the lottery with the profit granting means, and the player wins the second winning opening (second winning opening 61) in the same or similar manner as in the second mode. Small profit granting means to give small profit , The has. It is also possible to distinguish a big hit with the operation of the condition device as a special result, and a small hit without the operation of the condition device as a specific result.

  Or, when 2R normal hit (No. 1, 2 in FIG. 9) and 2R probability change (No. 4, 5, 7 in FIG. 9) are distinguished, they are expressed as follows. That is, in the gaming machine 100, the jackpot accompanied by the operation of the condition device is set to No. No. 3 in FIG. No. 4 in FIG. 9 and the second hit corresponding to 4, 5, and 7 (per 2R probability variation). It is comprised with the 4th (2R normal hit) corresponding to 1 and 2. Then, the profit granting means (game control device 30) included in the gaming machine 100 has a first prize opening in the first mode in which a game ball can be easily won when the first winning (per 15R) is won in the winning lottery ( The first profit granting means for giving the player a first profit by opening the first grand prize opening 26), and the winning probability changing means when winning the second winning (per 2R probability variation) in the winning lottery (Game control device 30) changes to the second gaming state (probability change state), and opens the big prize opening (second big prize opening 61) in the second mode having a shorter opening time than the first mode. By the second profit granting means for giving the player a second profit having a value lower than the first profit, and the winning probability changing means when winning the fourth winning (per 2R normal) in the winning lottery First play By changing to the state (normal state) and opening the grand prize opening (second big prize opening 61) in the second mode having a shorter opening time than the first mode, the player can obtain the first profit from the first profit. The third profit granting means for granting a third profit with a low value and the winning probability change means when the small win (third win) is won in the winning lottery, and the game state is not changed by the winning probability changing means. And a small profit giving means for giving a small profit to the player by opening the large winning opening (second large winning opening 61) in the same or similar manner to the two modes.

  Further, the profit granting means (game control device 30) included in the gaming machine 100 is provided when the first profit is given by the first profit granting means or the second profit is given by the second profit granting means. There is an electric support control means for operating the movable members (25b, 25b) more frequently than in the normal state to generate an electric support state that makes it easy for the game ball to win a prize at the second starting port (Special Figure 2 starting port 25). ing. It should be noted that the game control device 30 changes the conversion control of the ordinary electric accessory (25b, 25b) within a predetermined period after the special game is over, thereby changing the start winning opening (Special Figure 2 start opening 25). It can also be said that it constitutes a specific game state generating means for generating a specific game state (electric support state) that facilitates winning.

  FIG. 11 is an explanatory diagram showing a gaming state that shifts after the winning is over. The circled numbers in FIG. 11 correspond to the numbers indicating the jackpot type in FIG. Note that FIG. 11 shows the case where the lottery per special figure is won in the normal state D, but the same is true when the lottery per special figure is won in the gaming states E to H. The transition of the gaming state triggered by winning the jackpot is controlled by the gaming control device 30. Specifically, it is performed within the special figure game process (step S19 in FIG. 5).

  In normal state D, no. When winning for 2R normal per 1 (no electric support), a state B per 2R occurs, and the second big prize opening 61 is opened for 1 second × 2R. And it shifts to the normal state D after the end of the jackpot. No. When winning 2R normal per 2 (with 100 electric support), a state B per 2R occurs, and the second big prize opening 61 is opened for 1 second × 2R. And it shifts to a normal state (electric support 1) F after the end of jackpot. When the special figure variation display game is digested 100 times, the normal state (electric support 1) F shifts to the normal state D.

  No. When the player wins the 3R 15R normal (with 100 electric support), a state C per 15R occurs, and the first big prize opening 26 is opened for 25 seconds or 10 wins × 15R. And it shifts to a normal state (electric support 1) F after the end of jackpot. When the special figure variation display game is digested 100 times, the normal state (electric support 1) F shifts to the normal state D. No. When winning per 2R probability change of 4 (without electric support), a state B per 2R occurs, and the second big prize opening 61 is opened for 1 second × 2R. And it shifts to the probable change state E after the end of the jackpot.

  No. When winning 5R with 2R probability change (with 100 electric supports), a state B per 2R occurs and the second big prize opening 61 is opened for 1 second × 2R. Then, after the jackpot ends, the state shifts to a probable change state (electric support 1) G. When the special figure variation display game is digested 100 times, the probability variation state (electric support 1) G shifts to the probability variation state E. No. When winning 6 per 15R probability change (with 100 electric supports), state C per 15R occurs, and the first big prize opening 26 is opened for 25 seconds or 10 wins × 15R. Then, after the jackpot ends, the state shifts to a probable change state (electric support 1) G. When the special figure variation display game is digested 100 times, the probability variation state (electric support 1) G shifts to the probability variation state E.

  No. When winning the 7R 2R probability change (with electric support until the next big hit), a state B per 2R occurs, and the second big prize opening 61 is opened for 1 second × 2R. Then, after the jackpot ends, the state shifts to the probability variation state (electric support 2) H. This state H is continued until the next jackpot occurs. No. When winning the 15R probability change of 8 (with electric support until the next big hit), a state C per 15R occurs, and the first big prize opening 26 is opened for 25 seconds or 10 wins × 15R. Then, after the jackpot ends, the state shifts to the probability variation state (electric support 2) H. This state H is continued until the next jackpot occurs.

  In addition, when a small win is won in the normal state D, a small hit state A is generated, and the second big prize winning opening 61 is opened for 1 second × 2R as in the state 2B per 2R. And it returns to the normal state D after the end of the small hit. In addition, when winning a small winning lottery in any of the gaming states E to H different from the normal state D, the original gaming state is returned after the small winning is completed. That is, for example, in the case where the winning lottery is won in the probability changing state E, the probability changing state E is continued even after the end of the small hitting.

  In this way, the gaming machine 100 has a first gaming state (normal state) in which the jackpot winning probability is set relatively low, and a second gaming state (in which the jackpot winning probability is set higher than the first gaming state ( Probability state setting means (game control device 30) that can be changed on the condition that the jackpot has been won. In addition, on the condition that the game control device 30 wins the lottery result of the lottery means (game control device 30), the winning probability that the lottery result of the lottery means is the first winning probability and the first winning probability It can be said that the winning probability changing means is set to any one of the second winning probability which is a winning probability higher than the winning probability. The winning probability changing means (game control device 30) determines that the lottery result of the lottery means is that of the condition device on condition that the lottery result of the lottery means (game control device 30) is a win involving the operation of the condition device. The winning probability for winning with the operation is set to either a first winning probability or a second winning probability that is a winning probability higher than the first winning probability.

  Then, the first special game in which the 15R normal hit and the 15R probability change are executed for a predetermined period is generated, and the 2R probability change and the 2R normal change are less profits to be given to the player than the first special game state. 2 special games and 4th special games are generated. Further, the 15R normal hit and 15R probability change are hits accompanied by the operation of the condition device, and the first special game is executed and the first winning probability or the first winning probability is changed by the winning probability changing means after the first special game is finished. 2 Makes the first win with a winning probability set. In addition, the 2R probability variation is a win involving the operation of the condition device, and the second special game which is less profit to be given to the player than the first special game is executed and won after the end of the second special game. The second winning in which the second winning probability is set by the probability changing means is made. The small hit is a hit that is not accompanied by the operation of the condition device, and is a third hit that executes a third special game that is the same as or similar to the second special game. In addition, the 2R normal hit is a hit with the operation of the condition device, and the fourth special game that is the same as or similar to the second special game is executed, and after the fourth special game is finished, the winning probability changing means performs the second special game. 1st win probability is set for the fourth win.

  As described above, any of the normal state D, the probability variation state E, the normal state (electric support 1) F, the probability variation state (electric support 1) G, and the probability variation state (electric support 2) H after the big hit or small hit ends. Will stay in. And in order to make a player recognize whether it is staying in a normal state (D, F) or a probability variation state (E, G, H), the gaming machine 100 is configured to be able to execute a stage mode effect. Yes. For example, a stage corresponding to the normal state and a stage corresponding to the probability variation state are provided, and the player can recognize the game state in which the user stays by the background display in the liquid crystal display device 50. Since the presence / absence of the electric support is obvious from the behavior of the special figure 2 starting port 25, if the player is notified of the normal state or the probability variation state, the player can distinguish the above-described gaming states D to H.

  Also, in this stage mode production, it is not clearly informed whether the normal state (D, F) or the probability variation state (E, G, H) is staying, that is, one stage is put into a plurality of gaming states. By making it correspond, it is also possible to notify unclearly that there is a possibility of staying in any gaming state. For example, the transition destination state indicated by the dotted line in FIG. 11, that is, the normal state D after the end of the small hit, the normal state D after the end of the 2R normal hit (no electric support), the probability change after the end of the per 2R probability change (no electric support) The state E cannot be determined from the behavior of the second big prize opening 61 when the hit occurs and the behavior of the special figure 2 starting port 25 after the hit. Therefore, after these hits are completed, the same stage mode effect (unclear stage 1, FIG. 12 (b)) is executed, so that it is not clearly informed which game state the player is in (unclearly) Notification). Thereby, since it is not completely denied that the 2R probability change was made, the player can be expected to be in the probability change state E.

  Further, for example, the state of the transition destination indicated by a thick line in FIG. The probability variation state (electric support 1) G cannot be determined from the behavior of the second big prize winning opening 61 at the time of hitting and the behavior of the special figure 2 starting opening 25 after the winning. Therefore, after these hits are completed, the same stage mode effect (unclear stage 2, FIG. 12 (c)) is executed, so that it is not clearly notified which game state the user is in. . As a result, since it is not completely denied that the 2R probability change has occurred, it is possible to make the player expect that the player may have shifted to the probability change state (electric support 1) G. It should be noted that after the special figure variation display game has been digested 100 times, the process may shift to the above-described ambiguity stage 1 so as not to completely deny that the game is still in a probable variation state.

  On the other hand, the state of the transition destination indicated by a thin line in FIG. 11, that is, after the end of the 2R probability change (with electric support until the next big hit), the probability change state (electric support 2) H, after the end of 15R probability change (with 100 electric support) Probability change state (electric support 1) G and the probability change state E after the completion of this electric support, and the probability change state (electric support 2) H after the end of 15R probability change (with electric support until the next big hit), clearly state those states The stage mode effect to be notified (probability change confirmation stage, FIG. 12D) is executed. Further, in the normal state (electric support 1) F after 15R normal hit (with electric support 100 times) and the normal state D after completion of this electric support, stage mode effects (normally confirmed) are clearly notified of those states. The stage, FIG. 12 (a)) is executed.

  As described above, the gaming machine 100 includes game state notification means (game control device 30 and effect control device 40) that can definitely notify whether the player is in the first game state or the second game state. Yes. This gaming state notification means can unambiguously notify that there is a possibility of staying in either the first gaming state (normal state) or the second gaming state (probability changing state) (gaming state) Is not clearly notified). In addition, the game control device 30 and the production control device 40 have a clear notification state (probability change confirmation stage, normal determination stage) that clearly notifies the state of the winning probability, and an unclear notification state in which the state of the winning probability is unclearly notified. It can also be said that it constitutes a notification state setting means for setting any one of (unclear stages 1 and 2). In addition, the notification state setting means (game control device 30 and effect control device 40) includes a second special game (special game based on 2R probability variation), a third special game (special game based on small hit), and a fourth special game. After the completion of (a special game based on 2R normal hit), an unclear notification state is set.

  In the unclear notification state, a notification game for determining whether or not to enter the clear notification state based on establishment of a predetermined condition is performed. The predetermined condition for starting the notification game is, for example, that the start memory becomes a predetermined number (such as an upper limit value), or that the special figure variation display game is executed a predetermined number of times in an unclear notification state. In addition, based on the reception of a specific command (a control command related to the generation of the start memory or a command related to the start of variation) from the game control device 30, a result of performing a lottery on whether or not to play the notification game in the effect control device 40 It is determined that the notification game is performed. Other conditions may be used.

  This notification game is as shown in FIG. 13, and based on the establishment of a predetermined condition for starting the notification game, as shown in FIG. 13A, a presentation display 51 for presenting notification conditions on the liquid crystal display device 50. ("Take two prizes from here!") Is displayed. Then, when the notification condition is satisfied as shown in FIG. 13B (two wins are made at the special figure 2 starting opening 25), the display indicates that the notification condition is satisfied as shown in FIG. 13C. A condition establishment display 52 (“mission clear”) is made. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 13 (d), the winning probability is informed and a clear informing state is set.

  FIG. 14 shows a notification condition setting monitoring process performed by the effect control device 40 in order to play such a notification game. In step S140, it is determined whether the notification game is being executed. And when it determines with the alerting | reporting game being performed, it transfers to step S145. If it is determined that the notification game is not being executed, the process proceeds to step S141. In step S141, it is determined whether it is an unclear notification state. And when it is not an unclear alerting | reporting state, alerting | reporting condition setting processing is complete | finished. Moreover, when it is an unclear notification state, it transfers to step S142.

  In step S142, it is determined whether a predetermined condition for starting the above-described notification game is satisfied. If the predetermined condition for starting the notification game is not satisfied, the notification condition setting monitoring process is terminated. If the predetermined condition for starting the notification game is established, the process proceeds to step S143.

  In step S143, processing for selecting a notification condition comprising a combination of a predetermined monitoring period and a specific result that is the number of game balls to be awarded to the special figure 2 starting port 25 in the monitoring period in order to establish the notification condition is performed. . A plurality of notification conditions are stored in the ROM 41c, and one notification condition is selected by a random number or the like. That is, the production control device 40 serves as a condition storage unit that stores a plurality of notification conditions including a combination of a monitoring period and a specific result, and from the plurality of notification conditions stored in the notification condition storage unit, one notification condition A condition selection means for selecting. In step S143, a process for setting the selected notification condition is performed, thereby starting a monitoring period. That is, the production control device 40 serves as a monitoring period setting unit that sets a predetermined monitoring period based on the establishment of the predetermined condition in the obscured notification state.

  You may make it perform selection in consideration of the present winning probability in selection of this alerting | reporting condition. For example, when the winning probability is a second winning probability that is higher than the first winning probability, a condition that can be easily achieved is selected. Thereby, the expectation to the next jackpot can be enhanced in a state in which it is clearly informed that the player is in the second winning state, and the interest of the game can be improved. Further, when the winning probability is the first winning probability, a condition that is difficult to achieve is selected. Thereby, the expectation to be in the second winning state in the unclear notification state can be maintained, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  In step S144, a process for displaying the set notification condition on the liquid crystal display device 50 is performed. By this process, the presentation display 51 for presenting the notification condition is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 50. In the presentation display 51, the number of game balls to be won is displayed in the special figure 2 starting port 25 in order to satisfy the notification condition selected by the condition selection means. In other words, the effect control device 40 serves as condition presenting means for notifying the player of the notification condition selected by the condition selection means (effect control device 40).

  In step S145, it is determined whether or not there is a winning in the special figure 2 starting port 25. In this determination, the determination is performed based on a command transmitted from the game control device 30 when the special figure 2 start memory is generated. If there is a winning at the special figure 2 starting port 25, the process proceeds to step S146 and then proceeds to step S147. On the other hand, if there is no winning in the special figure 2 starting port 25, the process proceeds to step S147. It should be noted that for the winning in the special figure 2 starting port 25 (overflow winning) generated when the special figure 2 starting memory is the upper limit number, it may be determined that there is a winning in the special figure 2 starting port 25. It may be determined that it is not. However, if it is determined that there is a winning at the special figure 2 starting port 25, a command related to the special figure 2 start memory is not transmitted from the game control device 30, so that, for example, a separate command is output from the game control device 30. Thus, the effect control device 40 can detect a winning in the special figure 2 start opening 25 that does not generate the special figure 2 start memory.

  In step S146, a process for incrementing the notification game counter for counting game balls that have won the special figure 2 start opening 25 during the monitoring period is performed. That is, the production control device 40 serves as a counting means for counting the number of game balls won in the start winning opening (Special Figure 2 starting opening) during the monitoring period. In step S147, it is determined whether or not the value of the notification game counter is a specific result. Then, when the value of the notification game counter is not the specific result, that is, when the notification condition is not satisfied, the process proceeds to step S148. When the value of the notification game counter is a specific result, that is, when the notification condition is satisfied, the process proceeds to step S149.

  In step S148, it is determined whether the monitoring period has ended. If the monitoring period has not ended, the notification condition setting process ends, and if the monitoring period has ended, the process proceeds to step S150. In step S150, the notification game is ended, and the notification condition setting monitoring process is ended. In this case, the unclear notification state is continued.

  In step S149, a clear notification state is set. In other words, the effect control device 40 serves as a notification state changing means for changing to the clear notification state when the counting result by the counting means (effect control device 40) is a specific result. Thereafter, the process proceeds to step S150 to end the notification game, and then the notification condition setting monitoring process is ended.

  It should be noted that the execution mode of the notification game is not limited to that shown in FIG. For example, as shown in FIG. 15, the number of game balls to be awarded to the special figure 2 starting port 25 in order to satisfy the monitoring period (here, 10 minutes) in the presentation display 51 and the notification condition selected by the condition selection means. (30 here) may be indicated.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 16, a prefetch display 53 for displaying prefetch information on the start memory related to establishment of the notification condition in the notification game may be performed. That is, when the counting result obtained by counting the number of game balls won in the start winning opening in the monitoring period (the effect control device 40) is a specific result, the lottery result based on the winning in the starting winning opening in the monitoring period is displayed. You may make it alert | report beforehand.

  Further, in the notification game of the present embodiment, the notification condition is established if the number of game balls specified in the monitoring period is won or not. For example, in the notification game shown in FIG. The notification condition is established if two or more balls are won. However, the notification condition may be established only when a specified number of game balls are won in the special figure 2 starting port 25. That is, in FIG. 13, the notification condition may be satisfied only when two are won, and the notification condition may not be satisfied when three or more are won.

  Further, although the control relating to the notification game is performed by the effect control device 40, it may be performed by the game control device 30. In addition, two types of special figure fluctuation display games, a special figure 1 fluctuation display game and a special figure 2 fluctuation display game, are executed. However, only the same kind of special figure variation display game may be executed.

  From the above, the variable display device (Special Figure 1 Display 22A, Special Figure 2 Display 22B and Liquid Crystal Display Device 50) capable of displaying the variation of the symbols, and the start provided in the game area 1a where the game ball flows down A lottery means (game control device 30) for performing a lottery for determining whether or not the game ball has won a prize opening (Special Figure 1 start opening 24, Special Figure 2 start opening 25), and lottery The symbol control means (game control device 30) for controlling the symbol variation process to stop display after the symbols are variably displayed on the variable display device based on the lottery result by the means, and the lottery result of the lottery means After the symbols are variably displayed by the symbol control means, a predetermined winning symbol is stopped and displayed, and a special electric accessory (opening / closing door 26b, movable member 61b) provided in the game area 1a can be easily won by a game ball. State In a gaming machine equipped with special game execution means (game control device 30) for executing another game, the winning probability that the lottery result of the lottery means is won on condition that the lottery result of the lottery means is win. The winning probability changing means (game control device 30) that is set to either the first winning probability or the second winning probability that is higher than the first winning probability, and the state of the winning probability are clearly notified. Notification state setting means (game control device 30 and effect control device 40) for setting any one of a clear notification state and an unclear notification state for indistinctly notifying the state of the winning probability is provided. The means counts a monitoring period setting means (production control device 40) for setting a predetermined monitoring period based on the establishment of a predetermined condition in the unclear notification state, and the number of game balls won in the start winning opening during the monitoring period. Total And means (effect control device 40), and that in case the counting result by the regimen number means was identified result, and informing the state changing means for changing the clarity broadcast state (effect control device 40), the.

  Here, the variable display device may be a device that only displays a symbol, or a device that displays an effect in addition to the display of the symbol (for example, the liquid crystal display device 50). Further, “when the counting result by the counting means is the specific result” includes a case where the counting result matches a specific number or a case where the counting result is a specific number or more. “Clearly informing the state of the winning probability” means whether the player has a state of the first winning probability (low probability) or a state of the second winning probability (high probability). Can be recognized, and it is not necessary to notify in detail up to the value of the winning probability. In addition, even if it is not character information, it is determined whether the state is the state of the first winning probability (low probability) or the state of the second winning probability (high probability) by the background image or sound. As long as the person can recognize it. Further, “notifying the state of the winning probability indefinitely” includes not notifying information on the winning probability at all, or performing notification notifying the winning probability but not clearly.

  Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest of the production related to the notification of the winning probability. In other words, since it is determined whether or not the winning probability is notified depending on the number of game balls winning in the starting winning opening, the player's game result is reflected in the notification, and the winning probability is notified. You can improve the interest of the production. In addition, by providing a link between the notification of the winning probability and winning at the starting prize opening, it is possible to increase the player's interest in winning at the starting prize opening compared to conventional gaming machines, and enhance the interest of the game. be able to.

  Also, one notification condition is selected from the condition storage means (production control device 40) that stores a plurality of notification conditions composed of combinations of the monitoring period and the specific result, and the plurality of notification conditions stored in the notification condition storage means. Condition selection means (effect control device 40) for performing the above and condition presenting means (effect control device 40) for notifying the player of the notification condition selected by the condition selection means.

  Here, “notifying the player of the notification condition” means, for example, displaying on a variable display device. Further, notification may be performed by voice or light emission from a lamp.

  Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest of the production related to the notification of the winning probability. That is, by changing the notification conditions in various ways, it is possible to change the effect related to the notification of the winning probability, and to improve the interest. In addition, by notifying the player of the notification condition, the player can have a goal of clearing the notified notification condition, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  The start winning opening is a first start winning opening (Special Figure 1 starting opening 24) and a first state in which a game ball is difficult or impossible to win based on the establishment of a predetermined condition and a game ball that can win a game ball. And a second start winning opening (special drawing 2 start opening 25) provided with an ordinary electric accessory (movable member 25b) that can be converted into two states, and the counting means (the effect control device 40) has a monitoring period. Thus, the number of game balls won in the second start winning opening is counted.

  Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest of the production related to the notification of the winning probability. In other words, it is determined whether or not the winning probability is notified depending on the number of game balls won in the starting winning opening, but changes depending on the effect related to the notification of the winning probability by changing the winning probability to the starting winning opening. Can improve the interest.

  In addition, the winning probability changing means (game control device 30) determines that the lottery result of the lottery means is that of the condition device on condition that the lottery result of the lottery means (game control device 30) is a win involving the operation of the condition device. The winning probability for winning with the operation is set to either the first winning probability or the second winning probability that is higher than the first winning probability, and the lottery result by the lottery means First hit (15R per normal) where the first special game is executed and the first winning probability or the second winning probability is set by the winning probability changing means after the end of the first special game. And 15R probability variation), and is associated with the operation of the condition device, and executes the second special game that is less profitable to the player than the first special game, and is won after the end of the second special game. A second special game in which the second winning probability is set by the rate changing means (per 2R probability variation) and a win not involving the operation of the condition device, and a third special game that is the same as or similar to the second special game is executed. The third hit (small hit) is included, and the notification state setting means (the game control device 30 and the effect control device 40) is set to the unclear notification state after the end of the second special game and the third special game. Will be.

  Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest of the production related to the notification of the winning probability. In other words, since the special game becomes indefinite notification state after the same or similar, it becomes difficult to guess the winning probability from the execution mode of the special game, and the expectation for the effect related to the notification of the winning probability is increased, and the game Can improve the interests.

  In addition, the lottery result by the lottery means (game control device 30) is a win involving the operation of the condition device, and executes a fourth special game that is the same as or similar to the second special game, and the fourth special game. Including a fourth hit (2R normal hit) in which the first winning probability is set by the winning probability changing means (game control device 30) after the end of the notification state setting means (game control device 30, effect control device 40), After the second special game, the third special game, and the fourth special game are finished, the unclear notification state is set.

  Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest of the production related to the notification of the winning probability. That is, it becomes more difficult to guess the winning probability from the execution mode of the special game, and the expectation for the effect related to the notification of the winning probability can be increased, and the interest of the game can be improved. In addition, since the indistinct notification state is likely to occur, the chance that the player expects for the second winning probability (high probability state) increases, and the player's interest can be enhanced.

  In addition, the condition presenting means (production control device 40) should win the second start winning opening (Special Figure 2 starting opening 25) in order to satisfy the notification condition selected by the condition selecting means (production control device 40). The number of game balls is displayed on the variable display device (liquid crystal display device 50). Therefore, the player can clearly recognize the notification condition.

  Next, a first modification of the gaming machine of the first embodiment described above will be described. In addition, basically, it has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the first embodiment described above, and hereinafter, the same reference numerals are given to portions having the same configuration, description thereof is omitted, and mainly different. The part will be described. In the gaming machine according to this modification, as the counting result by the counting means (the effect control device 40) increases, the game machine is sequentially changed to a state with a low estimation difficulty level.

  In the unclear notification states 1 and 2, three states of A mode, B mode, and C mode are prepared in order from the state with the highest difficulty of estimation as a plurality of states having different difficulty of estimation. The plurality of states having different estimation difficulty levels are, for example, a plurality of states in which the content of the suggestion about the winning probability and the frequency of the suggestion are different and the difficulty in estimating the winning probability is different. In other words, when comparing two states, one of the states with a low difficulty of guessing can easily guess the winning probability from the contents of the suggestion compared to the other state, or the number of suggestion is higher than the other state and is easily won You can guess the probability.

  In the notification game in this modification, the present display 51 displays the relationship between the number of winning prizes and the mode to be shifted as the presentation display 51. In the example shown in FIG. 17, if the number of winnings is 0 to 40 in a predetermined monitoring period, the mode A is shifted to. If the number of winnings is 41 to 80, the mode B is shifted. If the number of winnings is 81 to 100, the mode is set to shift to the C mode. In addition, if it is 101 or more, it will transfer to a clear alerting | reporting state. In addition, the current number of winnings is displayed in a graph (shaded portion) so that the mode to be shifted can be easily recognized.

  In the gaming machine of this modification, the notification condition monitoring process shown in FIG. 18 is performed instead of the notification condition monitoring process shown in FIG. In this notification condition monitoring process, when a specific result is not obtained (step S147; N), and when the monitoring period is ended (step S148; Y), a mode is selected based on the notification game counter value (step S160). To do. In the process of selecting a mode based on the counter value (step S160), one of A mode, B mode, and C mode having different estimation difficulty levels is selected and set based on the number of winnings.

  From the above, the unclear notification state includes a plurality of states with different estimation probabilities of the winning probabilities, and the notification state changing means (the effect control device 40) counts the means (effect control) before the specific result is obtained. As the counting result by the apparatus 40) increases, the state is changed to a state with a low estimation difficulty.

  Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest of the production related to the notification of the winning probability. In other words, the game result before the specific result (before the notification condition is established) can be associated with the estimation of the winning probability, and the interest of the game before the specific result can be improved.

  Next, a second modification of the gaming machine of the first embodiment described above will be described. In addition, basically, it has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the first embodiment described above, and hereinafter, the same reference numerals are given to portions having the same configuration, description thereof is omitted, and mainly different. The part will be described. In the gaming machine of this modification, winning of the game ball at the start winning opening (Special Figure 1 starting opening 24, Special Figure 2 starting opening 25) and the operation of the effect button 157 constituting the operating means are within a predetermined period. If this occurs, the state is changed to the clear notification state.

  In the notification game in this modification, the presentation display 51 is displayed as “Press the button at the same time as the electric chew winning!”. Further, the determination as to whether or not the specific result in the notification condition setting monitoring process shown in FIG. 14 (step S147) is determined as to whether or not the operation button 157 has been operated at a predetermined timing. If the operation of 157 is performed, the process proceeds to step S149, and if the operation button 157 is not operated at a predetermined timing, the process proceeds to step S148.

  From the above, it is provided with operation means (effect button 157) that can be operated by the player, and the notification state change means (game control device 30, effect control device 40) is a start winning opening (see Fig. 1 start opening 24, When the winning of the game ball to the special figure 2 starting port 25) and the operation of the operation means occur within a predetermined period, the state is changed to the clear notification state.

  Accordingly, the skill of the player is reflected in the notification of the winning probability, and the interest of the effect related to the notification of the winning probability can be improved.

  The “operating means” may be anything that presses a button or detects an operation by a player such as a touch panel, a trackball, or a cross key.

  Next, a third modified example of the gaming machine of the first embodiment described above will be described. In addition, basically, it has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the first embodiment described above, and hereinafter, the same reference numerals are given to portions having the same configuration, description thereof is omitted, and mainly different. The part will be described. In the gaming machine of the present modification, when all the counting results by the counting means for each of the plurality of open periods are specific results, the clear notification state is changed.

  In the notification game of this modification, as shown in FIG. 19, a monitoring period is set over a plurality of opening periods (t1 to t2, t3 to t4, t5 to t6) of the movable member 25b that constitutes an ordinary electric accessory. . Further, in each opening period, the number of game balls to be won is set in the special figure 2 start opening 25 and a corresponding presentation display is made. That is, the presentation display 51 displays “put 2!” In the first release period, “insert 0!” In the second release period, and “insert 1!” In the third release period. The And when all the conditions shown in each open period are satisfy | filled, it changes to a clear alerting | reporting state. In addition, the example shown in FIG. 19 shows the notification game in a state where there is electric support, and conditions are set for each of the opening periods of the movable member 25b (ordinary electric accessory) with respect to the hit of one common map variable display game. Showed the case.

  In the gaming machine of this modification, the notification condition monitoring process shown in FIG. 20 is performed instead of the notification condition monitoring process shown in FIG. In this notification condition monitoring process, since a specific notification condition over a plurality of open periods may be set as the notification condition, when the counting result by the counting means is not a specific result (step S147; N), Instead of determining whether the monitoring period has ended (step S148), it is determined whether the opening period has ended (step S170). As a result, when the specific result is not obtained in the release period in the middle when the specific notification condition is set, the notification game ends at that point, and it is clear that the notification condition is not satisfied. It is possible to prevent the notification game from continuing until later. In addition, in order to detect a game ball that has won the special figure 2 start opening just before the end of the release period, it may be determined that the release period has not ended for a predetermined time from the end of the release period.

  Further, when the counting result by the counting means becomes the specific result (step S147; Y), it is determined whether or not all the monitoring target release periods have ended (step S171). As described above, when the specific notification condition is set, if the specific result is not obtained in the release period in the middle, the notification game is ended, and therefore, when the release period of all the monitoring targets is ended (step S171; Y) This is a case where a specific result is obtained in all open periods. Therefore, when all the monitoring target release periods have ended (step S171; Y), the process proceeds to step S149. If all the release periods to be monitored have not ended (step S171; N), the process proceeds to step S172 to clear the notification game counter after the end of the release period, and the process returns to step S143.

  With such a process, the notification condition includes a specific notification condition that includes a combination of a monitoring period including a plurality of opening periods in which the ordinary electric accessory is in the second state and a specific result set for each opening period. When the specific notification condition is selected by the condition selection unit, the counting unit counts the number of game balls won for each opening period, and the notification state changing unit specifies all the counting results by the counting unit for each opening period. If it is a result, it will be changed to a clear notification state, so that it is possible to improve the interest of the production related to the notification of the winning probability. In other words, it is possible to maintain a state of high interest for a long time by increasing the time for performing an effect related to the notification of the winning probability. In addition, it becomes difficult to establish the notification condition, and the game in the unclear notification state can be continued to maintain a sense of expectation for the second winning probability (high probability state) for a long time. In addition, by making it difficult to establish the notification condition, a sense of achievement when it is established increases, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  From the above, the notification condition is specified by a combination of a monitoring period including a plurality of opening periods in which the ordinary electric accessory (movable member 25b) is in the second state and a specific result set for each opening period. When the specific notification condition is selected by the condition selection means (effect control device 40) including the notification condition, the counting means (effect control device 40) counts the number of game balls won for each open period, and notifies the user. The state change means (the effect control device 40) changes to the clear notification state when the counting results by the counting means for each open period are all the specific results.

  Next, a fourth modified example of the gaming machine of the first embodiment described above will be described. In addition, basically, it has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the first embodiment described above, and hereinafter, the same reference numerals are given to portions having the same configuration, description thereof is omitted, and mainly different. The part will be described. In the gaming machine of this modification, when the lottery result by the lottery means (game control device 30) is won, it is changed to the clear notification state.

  In the notification game of this modified example, after the special figure variation display game is started as shown in FIG. 21A, as shown in FIG. 21B, the presentation display 51 (“put two in the electric chew!”) Is made. Up to this point, it is the same as the notification game described above. Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 21 (c), a condition establishment display 52 (“mission clear”), which is a display indicating that the notification condition is satisfied even though the notification condition is not satisfied, is made. The winning probability is notified as shown in FIG. Then, as shown in FIG. 21E, a special result mode (“7, 7, 7”) is displayed and a special gaming state is set.

  In the gaming machine of this modification, the notification condition monitoring process shown in FIG. 22 is performed instead of the notification condition monitoring process shown in FIG. In the notification condition monitoring process, the predetermined condition for starting the notification game in determining whether the notification game start condition is satisfied (step S142) includes a case where the lottery result by the lottery means is a big hit. The fact that the lottery result is a big hit is determined by, for example, a command transmitted from the game control device 30 at the start of variation of the special figure variation display game.

  Further, in the determination of whether or not the result is a specific result (step S180), if it is not the specific result (step S147; N), it is determined whether or not the lottery result is a big hit (step S180). In the determination of whether or not the lottery result is a jackpot (step S180), when the lottery result is a jackpot (step S180; Y), processing for setting the clear notification state (step S149) is performed. If the lottery result is not a big hit (step S180; N), it is determined whether or not the monitoring period has ended (step S148).

  By such processing, when the lottery result by the lottery means (game control device 30) is won in the unclear notification state, the monitoring period setting means (effect control device 40) sets the monitoring period and presents the condition. After the notification condition is notified to the player by the means (the effect control device 40), the notification state changing means (the effect control device 40) is changed to the clear notification state, so the winning probability in the unclear notification state is unknown. Can be prevented.

  From the above, when the lottery result by the lottery means (game control device 30) is won in the unclear notification state, the monitoring period setting means (effect control device 40) sets the monitoring period and the condition presenting means. After the notification condition is notified to the player by the (effect control device 40), the notification state changing means (effect control device 40) changes to the clear notification state.

  Note that, in the notification game of this modification, the display from FIG. 21C is also performed when the notification conditions are actually satisfied. In addition, as a notification condition in the case where the lottery result is a big hit, for example, a condition that is easily established by winning 0 or 1 at the start of the special figure 2 may be selected.

  In addition, the configuration of each modification described above and the configuration of the first embodiment can be applied in combination in a single gaming machine. Furthermore, the configurations of the respective modifications can be applied in combination in a single gaming machine.

[Second Embodiment]
Next, the gaming machine of the second embodiment will be described. In addition, basically, it has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the first embodiment described above, and hereinafter, the same reference numerals are given to portions having the same configuration, description thereof is omitted, and mainly different. The part will be described. In the gaming machine of the present embodiment, various settings are made based on the number of game balls won in the special prize opening in the special gaming state, and in particular, the second grand prize winning prize 61 is won in 2R big hit or small hit. Various settings are made based on the number of game balls played.

  The effect control device 40 performs a winning number counting process shown in FIG. 23 for counting the number of game balls won in the second big winning opening 61 with 2R big hit or small hit. In step S190, it is determined whether 2R big hit or small hit. If it is not 2R big hit or small hit, the winning number counting process is terminated. If it is 2R big hit or small hit, the process moves to step S191. In step S191, it is determined whether or not the count information output from the game control device 30 to the effect control device 40 is received every time a game ball wins the second big winning opening 61. If this count information has not been received, the winning number counting process is terminated. If count information has been received, the process proceeds to step S192 to perform a process of incrementing the big prize opening counter by 1, and the winning number counting process is terminated. In other words, the production control device 40 serves as a counting means for counting the number of game balls won in the special winning opening (second large winning opening 61) during the special game.

  In addition, the effect control device 40 performs notification state setting processing shown in FIG. 24 at the end of the special game state. In step S200, the value of the special winning prize counter is acquired, and the process proceeds to step S201. In step S201, it is determined whether the number of winnings is a predetermined number or more (whether the result is a specific result) based on the value of the acquired big winning opening counter. If the number of winnings is not equal to or greater than the predetermined number, the notification state setting process is terminated. In this case, an unclear notification state or an unclear notification state is set depending on the type of jackpot. If the number of winnings is greater than or equal to the predetermined number, the process proceeds to step S202, where the clear notification state is set, and the notification state setting process is terminated.

  The game control device 30 counts the number of wins to the second big winning opening 61 in the 2R jackpot or the jackpot, and outputs a winning number command including information on the number of game balls won at the end of the jackpot. May be output. Then, the effect control device 40 performs the notification state setting process shown in FIG. 24 based on the received winning number command. In this case, the game control device 30 serves as a counting means for counting the number of game balls won in the special winning opening (second large winning opening 61) during the special game. Moreover, although the process which sets an alerting | reporting state based on the winning to the 2nd big winning opening 61 in 2R jackpot or small hit, the process which sets an alerting state based on the winning to the 1st big winning opening 26 in 15R jackpot May be performed.

  From the above, the variable display device (Special Figure 1 Display 22A, Special Figure 2 Display 22B and Liquid Crystal Display Device 50) capable of displaying the variation of the symbols, and the start provided in the game area 1a where the game ball flows down A lottery means (game control device 30) for performing a lottery for determining whether or not the game ball has won a prize opening (Special Figure 1 start opening 24, Special Figure 2 start opening 25), and lottery The symbol control means (game control device 30) for controlling the symbol variation process to stop display after the symbols are variably displayed on the variable display device based on the lottery result by the means, and the lottery result of the lottery means After the symbols are variably displayed by the symbol control means, a predetermined winning symbol is stopped and displayed, and the special electric accessory (opening / closing door 26b, movable member 61b) provided in the game area 1a is operated to win a prize winning opening ( 1st Grand Prize 6. In a gaming machine provided with special game execution means (game control device 30) for executing a special game that makes it easy to win game balls in the second grand prize winning opening 61), the lottery result of the lottery means On the condition that it is a winning, the winning probability that the lottery result of the lottery means is winning is set to either the first winning probability or the second winning probability that is a winning probability higher than the first winning probability. An informing state in which one of a winning probability changing means (game control device 30), a clear informing state in which the state of the winning probability is clearly informed, and an indistinct informing state in which the state of the winning probability is indefinitely informed And setting means (game control device 30 and effect control device 40), and the notification state setting means is a game that won a big prize opening (first big prize opening 26, second big prize opening 61) during the special game. Counting means for counting the number of spheres (production control device 0), and when the counting result by the counting means is a specific result, it is clearly notified after the special game ends, and when the counting result by the counting means is not the specific result, it is unclear after the special game ends. The notification state is set.

  Here, the variable display device may be a device that only displays a symbol, or a device that displays an effect in addition to the display of the symbol (for example, the liquid crystal display device 50). Further, “when the counting result by the counting means is the specific result” includes a case where the counting result matches a specific number or a case where the counting result is a specific number or more. “Clearly informing the state of the winning probability” means whether the player has a state of the first winning probability (low probability) or a state of the second winning probability (high probability). Can be recognized, and it is not necessary to notify in detail up to the value of the winning probability. In addition, even if it is not character information, it is determined whether the state is the state of the first winning probability (low probability) or the state of the second winning probability (high probability) by the background image or sound. As long as the person can recognize it. Further, “notifying the state of the winning probability indefinitely” includes not notifying information on the winning probability at all, or performing notification notifying the winning probability but not clearly.

  Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest of the production related to the notification of the winning probability. That is, since it is determined whether or not the winning probability is notified depending on the number of game balls to win the big winning opening, the player's game result is reflected in the notification, and the winning probability is notified. You can improve the interest of the production. In addition, by making a link between the notification of the winning probability and winning a prize at the big prize opening, it is possible to increase the player's interest in winning the big prize opening compared to conventional gaming machines and to increase the interest of the game. be able to. Also, since the player tries to put in a lot of balls when the special electric accessory is released for the purpose of informing the winning probability, not only when the special electric accessory is open, but also before and after that, Launching can increase the operating rate of the gaming machine.

  In addition, the winning probability changing means (game control device 30) determines that the lottery result of the lottery means is that of the condition device on condition that the lottery result of the lottery means (game control device 30) is a win involving the operation of the condition device. The winning probability for winning with the operation is set to either the first winning probability or the second winning probability that is higher than the first winning probability, and the lottery result by the lottery means First hit (15R per normal) where the first special game is executed and the first winning probability or the second winning probability is set by the winning probability changing means after the end of the first special game. And 15R probability variation), and is associated with the operation of the condition device, and executes the second special game that is less profitable to the player than the first special game, and is won after the end of the second special game. A second special game in which the second winning probability is set by the rate changing means (per 2R probability variation) and a win not involving the operation of the condition device, and a third special game that is the same as or similar to the second special game is executed. The third hit (small hit) is included, and the notification state setting means (game control device 30 and effect control device 40) counts the means (effect control device 40) after the end of the second special game and the third special game. ) Is a clear notification state when the counting result is a specific result, and an unclear notification state when the counting result by the counting means is not a specific result.

  Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest of the production related to the notification of the winning probability. In other words, since the special game becomes indefinite notification state after the same or similar, it becomes difficult to guess the winning probability from the execution mode of the special game, and the expectation for the effect related to the notification of the winning probability is increased, and the game Can improve the interests.

  In addition, by associating the second special game and the third special game with less profit to be given to the player than the first special game and the notification of the winning probability, the interest in the second special game and the third special game is enhanced, It is possible to improve the interest of the production related to the notification. Also, since the player tries to put in a lot of balls when the special electric accessory is released for the purpose of informing the winning probability, not only when the special electric accessory is open, but also before and after that, Launching can increase the operating rate of the gaming machine. In particular, if the time for the special electric accessory to be released in the second special game and the third special game is extremely short, it may be possible to give up the prize and stop firing the game ball (so-called “stopping”). By associating with the notification of the probability, the stoppage can be prevented and the operating rate of the gaming machine can be prevented from decreasing.

  In addition, the lottery result by the lottery means (game control device 30) is an operation involving the operation of the condition device, and executes a fourth special game that is the same as or similar to the second special game, and Including the fourth win (2R normal hit) in which the first win probability is set by the winning probability changing means (game control device 30) after the end, the notification state setting means (game control device 30, effect control device 40) After the completion of the 2 special game, the 3rd special game, and the 4th special game, if the counting result by the counting means (production control device 40) is a specific result, the clear notification state is set, and the counting result by the counting means is the specific result. If it is not, an unclear notification state is set.

  Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest of the production related to the notification of the winning probability. That is, it becomes more difficult to guess the winning probability from the execution mode of the special game, and the expectation for the effect related to the notification of the winning probability can be increased, and the interest of the game can be improved. In addition, since the indistinct notification state is likely to occur, the chance that the player expects for the second winning probability (high probability state) increases, and the player's interest can be enhanced.

  Next, a first modification of the gaming machine of the second embodiment described above will be described. Basically, it has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the above-described second embodiment, and hereinafter, the parts having the same configuration are denoted by the same reference numerals, description thereof is omitted, and mainly different. The part will be described. In the gaming machine of this modification, based on the number of game balls won in the big prize opening, as a notification state of the winning probability after the end of the special game, one state is selected from a plurality of states having different estimation difficulty levels I have to.

  In the unclear notification states 1 and 2, five states of A stage, B stage, C stage, D stage, and E stage are prepared in order from the state with the highest difficulty of estimation as a plurality of states having different estimation difficulty levels. ing. The plurality of states having different estimation difficulty levels are, for example, a plurality of states in which the content of the suggestion about the winning probability and the frequency of the suggestion are different and the difficulty in estimating the winning probability is different. In other words, when comparing two states, one of the states with a low difficulty of guessing can easily guess the winning probability from the contents of the suggestion compared to the other state, or the number of suggestion is higher than the other state and is easily won You can guess the probability.

  In the gaming machine of this modification, based on the number of game balls won in the 2nd big winning opening 61 in 2R big win or small win, as shown in FIG. Select one of the E stages from the stage. In special games with 2R jackpots and jackpots, the operation of opening the second grand prize winning opening 61 for one second is only repeated twice, and it is difficult to win many game balls. When a prize can be won, it becomes a state with a low estimation difficulty. That is, it can be said that as the counting result by the counting means (the effect control device 40) increases, the state is sequentially changed to a state with a low estimation difficulty.

  In order to select such a notification state (stage), in the notification state setting process shown in FIG. 24, instead of steps S201 and S202, the number of winning a prize (large winning mouth) according to the table shown in FIG. A process for setting a state corresponding to the counter value) is performed.

  From the above, the unclear notification state includes a plurality of states having different degrees of difficulty in estimating the winning probability, and the notification state setting means (game control device 30 and effect control device 40) includes counting means (effect control device). With the increase in the counting result of 40), the state is sequentially changed to a state with a low estimation difficulty level.

  Next, a second modification of the gaming machine of the second embodiment described above will be described. Basically, it has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the above-described second embodiment, and hereinafter, the parts having the same configuration are denoted by the same reference numerals, description thereof is omitted, and mainly different. The part will be described. In the gaming machine of this modification, the notification mode of the period of the electric support state is set based on the number of game balls won in the special winning opening. Here, in the gaming machine of the present modification, as electric support 1, electric support 1-1 (electric support period 20) in which the number of special-figure display games for continuing the electric support after the jackpot ends is 20 times, 50 times. It is assumed that there is an electric support 1-2 that is, and an electric support 1-3 that is 100 times, and one of them is selected based on a random number for symbol determination. It should be noted that when a big hit occurs, the player does not know which of these three states has been selected.

  26 and 27 show display examples in the gaming machine of this modification. In the example shown in FIG. 26, the case where 2R jackpot with electric support 1-1 (electric support period 20 times) is won is shown. When the 2R jackpot is won, a special result is displayed as shown in FIG. 26A, and then a special game is started. In this special game, as shown in FIG. 26 (b), a short time remaining number display 54 indicating the remaining number of special figure variable display games that can be executed in the electric support state after the big hit is displayed. As shown in FIG. 28, the number of hourly times displayed, which is a value displayed in the remaining hourly number of times display 54, is increased by 10 for every winning in the second big winning opening 61. That is, in the state shown in FIG. 26 (b), the first game ball has won a prize in the second big prize opening 61.

  The number of times displayed is reduced by 10 for each winning prize at the second big winning opening 61, but it is not more than the number determined based on the design determining random number. In this example, when the second game ball is won in the second major winning opening 61, the short time display count displayed on the remaining short time display 54 is 20. However, when the third game ball is won in the second grand prize winning opening 61, as shown in FIG. 26 (c), the number of short-time display times displayed on the short-time number display 54 remains 20 times. In addition, a maximum number display 55 for notifying that there is no further increase is displayed.

  In the case of 2R big hit and no power support or small hit, the short time display count displayed on the remaining short time display 54 remains zero. In addition, in the case of 2R big hit and electric support 2, the number is sequentially increased according to the number of winning prizes in the second big winning opening 61, but in electric support 1, 100 is the maximum number, so 11 or more When winning in the two major winning openings 61, “until next jackpot” may be displayed as the number of times displayed.

  In FIG. 27, the example of a display in the electric support state after the end of jackpot is shown. In addition, in the example shown in FIG. 27, the electric support state after winning 2R jackpot with electric support 1-3 (electric support period 100 times) is shown. In this example, in the special game, only two game balls are won in the second big prize opening 61 and are displayed on the remaining short time display 54 at the end of the big hit as shown in FIG. The number of short time displays is 20 times.

  The short time display number displayed on the short time number display 54 is subtracted at the start of the special figure fluctuation display game, and as shown in FIG. Then, the number of short time display is 0. However, in actuality, since it is in the electric support state until the special figure variation display game of 100 times is executed, it is displayed on the short time display 54 during the stop display time in the 20th special figure variation display game after the big hit. The short-time display count is changed to 80, which is the actual remaining count. Since the player does not know the number of special figure fluctuation display games that can be executed in the electric support state, after the player thinks that the electric support state ends in the 20th special figure fluctuation display game in this way, By notifying the number of times, it is possible to give the player a sense of gain and improve the interest of the game.

  The effect control device 40 performs a time-short display count setting process for setting the time-short display count displayed on the time-short count display 54 shown in FIG. 29 during the special game. In step S210, it is determined whether the special game is based on 2R big hit or small hit. Then, if the special game is not based on the 2R big hit or the small hit, the short time display count setting process is terminated. If the special game is based on 2R big hit or small hit, the process proceeds to step S211. In step S211, it is determined whether or not the count information output from the game control device 30 to the effect control device 40 is received every time a game ball wins the second big winning opening 61. If this count information has not been received, the time-short display count setting process is terminated. If count information has been received, the process proceeds to step S212 to perform a process of incrementing the big prize counter by 1 and then proceeds to step S213. In other words, the production control device 40 serves as a counting means for counting the number of game balls won in the special winning opening (second large winning opening 61) during the special game.

  In step S213, the number of hourly display times is acquired from the value of the big prize opening counter and according to the table shown in FIG. 28, and the process proceeds to step S214. In step S214, it is determined whether or not the acquired short-time display count is greater than the actual power support period. If the obtained time-short display count is not greater than the actual power support period, the process proceeds to step S213 to perform a process of increasing the time-short display count by 10, and the time-short display count setting process is terminated. In addition, if the acquired short time display count is larger than the actual power support period, the short time display count setting process is terminated. In this case, if the maximum number display 55 (see FIG. 26C) is not displayed, processing for displaying the maximum number display 55 is performed.

  In addition, the effect control device 40 performs a time-short display count control process shown in FIG. 30 in order to control the display in the electric support state after the end of the jackpot. In step S220, it is determined whether or not the electric support state is in effect, and if the electric support state is not in effect, the short time display count control process is terminated. Moreover, if it is in the electric support state, the process proceeds to step S221. In step S221, it is determined whether or not it is the start timing of the special figure change display game. If it is the start timing, the process shifts to step S222 to perform a process of reducing the number of time display times by 1, and the process shifts to step S223.

  In step S223, it is determined whether the short time display count is 0. If not, the short time display count control process is terminated. If it is 0, the process proceeds to step S224. In step S224, it is determined whether or not the electric support state is ended in the special figure fluctuation display game being executed. Then, when the power support state ends in the special figure variation display game being executed, the time-short display count control process is ended. On the other hand, if the power support state is not ended in the running special figure variation display game, the process proceeds to step S225. In step S225, processing for updating the number of time reductions is performed at the end of the special figure variation display game being executed, and the actual remaining number of times is set as the time reduction display number by this processing. That is, the effect control device 40 serves as a period notifying means for notifying the player of the period for which the specific gaming state (electric support state) is set.

  From the above, the start winning opening (Special Figure 2 starting opening 25) is changed into a first state in which the game ball is difficult or impossible to win and a second state in which the game ball can win based on the establishment of a predetermined condition. An ordinary electric accessory (movable member 25b) that can be changed in state and a specification that facilitates winning at the start winning opening by changing the conversion control of the ordinary electric accessory for a predetermined period after the end of the special game. Specific game state generation means (game control device 30) for generating a game state (electric support state), and period notification means (effect control device 40) for notifying the player of a period for setting the specific game state. The notification means sets the notification mode based on the counting result by the counting means (the effect control device 40).

  Here, “based on the establishment of the predetermined condition” means that, for example, it is determined to be released in a game for determining whether or not to release the ordinary electric accessory. Moreover, the notification of a period is, for example, displaying on a variable display device. Further, notification may be performed by voice or light emission from a lamp.

  Therefore, the notification mode of the determined period can also be related to winning in the big prize opening, and the player's interest in winning the big prize opening can be increased compared with conventional gaming machines, Can enhance the interest of

  When the time display number displayed on the time display 54 is different from the actual number as shown in FIG. 27, the notification game as shown in the first embodiment is performed and the notification condition is satisfied. The actual remaining number of times may be displayed. That is, the period notifying means (effect control device 40) includes a monitoring period setting means (effect control device 40) for setting a predetermined monitoring period based on establishment of a predetermined condition in the specific gaming state, and a start winning opening ( A counting means (effect control device 40) for counting the number of game balls won in the special figure 1 starting port 24 and the special figure 2 starting port 25), and a plurality of notification conditions comprising a combination of the monitoring period and the specific result are stored. Selected from the condition storage means (effect control device 40), the plurality of notification conditions stored in the notification condition storage means, the condition selection means (effect control device 40) for selecting one notification condition, and the condition selection means. Condition presenting means (effect control device 40) for notifying the player of the notified condition, and when the counting result by the counting means is a specific result, the lottery means (game control device 30) Selection notification manner changing means for notifying a period of a specific game state to the player that based on a result may be provided with (effect control device 40).

  Next, a third modification of the gaming machine of the second embodiment described above will be described. Basically, it has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the above-described second embodiment, and hereinafter, the parts having the same configuration are denoted by the same reference numerals, description thereof is omitted, and mainly different. The part will be described. In the gaming machine of this modification, the period of the electric support state is set based on the number of game balls won in the big winning opening. Here, in the gaming machine of this modification, for the electric support 1, the number of special figure variation display games that continue the electric support after the end of the jackpot is determined to be indefinite.

  The game control device 30 performs the time reduction setting process shown in FIG. 31 at the end of the special game. In step S230, it is determined whether the special game is based on a jackpot that is 2R and becomes electric support 1. If the special game is not based on the jackpot that becomes 2R and becomes electric support 1, the time-saving count setting process is terminated. If the special game is based on the jackpot that is 2R and the electric support 1, the process proceeds to step S231. In step S231, for example, according to a table as shown in FIG. 28, a process for setting a power support period from the number of winning prizes is performed, and the time-saving count setting process is ended. In other words, in the present modification, the game control device 30 serves as a counting means for counting the number of game balls won in the special winning opening (second large winning opening 61) during the special game.

  From the above, the specific gaming state generating means sets the period for setting the specific gaming state based on the counting result by the counting means (game control device 30).

  Here, the “predetermined period” is, for example, the number of lotteries performed by the lottery means, that is, the number of games for determining a hit / miss.

  Therefore, it is possible to relate the determination of the period for entering the specific gaming state and the winning to the big winning opening, and it is possible to increase the player's interest in winning the big winning opening compared to the conventional gaming machine. , Can enhance the interest of the game. In addition, since the player tries to put in a large number of balls when the special electric accessory is opened for the purpose of extending the period for which the player is in a specific gaming state, not only when the special electric accessory is open, Game balls are fired before and after, and the operating rate of the gaming machine can be increased. Furthermore, since winning at the grand prize opening is related to the notification of the winning probability, the interest of the game can be further enhanced. In particular, if the time for the special electric accessory to be released is extremely short in a special game, it may be possible to give up the prize and stop firing the game ball (so-called “stopping”). It is possible to prevent stoppage by associating with the period, and to prevent the operating rate of the gaming machine from decreasing.

  Next, a fourth modification of the gaming machine of the second embodiment described above will be described. Basically, it has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the above-described second embodiment, and hereinafter, the parts having the same configuration are denoted by the same reference numerals, description thereof is omitted, and mainly different. The part will be described. The gaming machine of this modification includes an informing device 500 for informing the winning probability by a game ball that has won a prize winning opening.

  As shown in FIG. 33 (a), the notification device 500 includes a notification unit 510 and guidance means 520 that guides the game ball that has won the second big prize opening 61 to the notification unit 510. Here, in FIG. 33 and the like, the second big prize opening 61 and the movable member (special electric accessory) 61b have the same shape as the first big prize opening 26 and the open / close door (special electric accessory) 26b. 500 may be anything that accepts a game ball from a big prize opening that is opened in the case of a big hit that triggers the transition to the unclear notification state, and the shape of the big prize opening or the movable member may be anything. Therefore, the game balls from the second grand prize opening 61 are accepted, but the game balls from the first big prize opening may be accepted, or the game balls may be accepted from both.

  The guiding means 520 is a cylindrical flow path having an inner diameter that allows the game balls that have won the second big prize opening 61 and passed through the second big prize opening sensor 61a to flow down in a line, The connection part 521 which is an end part is connected to one end of the notification part 510.

  The notification unit 510 includes a rotating body 530 that can rotate around a rotating shaft 531 along the front-rear direction of the game board 1, and a storage unit (not shown) that stores the rotating body 530. The rotating body 530 has a circular front surface about the rotation axis 531, and a concave portion 532 formed so as to be able to receive one game ball from the outer peripheral side of the rotating body 530 is provided on the front surface in the circumferential direction. A plurality are formed along. One of the recesses 532 has a high probability notification area 532a for notifying that the winning probability becomes the second winning probability due to the inflow of the game ball, and the other recesses 532 do not notify the winning probability even if the game ball flows in. A non-notification area 532b is formed. Note that the letter “V” is displayed in the high-probability notification area 532a so that the player can recognize it.

  A storage unit (not shown) that stores the rotating body 530 includes a peripheral wall that surrounds the outer periphery of the rotating body 530 and a front cover that covers the front surface of the rotating body 530. The peripheral wall is formed so as to be close to the outer periphery of the rotator 530 and has a function of holding the game ball flowing into the recess 532 of the rotator 530 in the recess 532. In addition, a communication portion to which a connection portion 521 that is a downstream end portion of the guiding means 520 is connected is formed on the peripheral wall, and a game ball can be introduced into the concave portion 532 of the rotating body 530 from this communication portion. Yes. In addition, a discharge portion that guides the game ball to the outside of the gaming machine 100 is formed on the peripheral wall at a position below the rotating body 530. The game ball that has flowed into the recess of the rotating body 530 flows downward from the recess 532 at the position where the discharge portion is formed, flows into the discharge portion, and is discharged to the outside of the gaming machine 100. In addition, the distance along the circumferential direction of the rotator 530 between the communication part and the discharge part is closer to the interval between the recesses 532 of the rotator 530, and the game balls are held in the plurality of recesses 532 of the rotator 530. be able to. The front cover that covers the front surface of the rotating body 530 is made of a transparent material so that the player can visually recognize the rotating body 530. The front cover is disposed at a position close to the front end of the game ball held in the recess 532 of the rotating body 530, and prevents the game ball held in the recess 532 from falling forward. Yes.

  The notification device 500 includes a drive unit (not shown) for rotating the rotating body 530 and a rotating body sensor (not shown) for detecting the rotation phase of the rotating body 530. In addition, the presentation control device 40 controls the notification device 500 such as the driving unit and the rotating body 530. That is, the effect control device 40 serves as an inflow control means for controlling the inflow of game balls into the high probability notification area 532a.

  Next, notification of the winning probability by the notification device 500 will be described. The initial position of the rotator 530 is the position shown in FIG. In this initial position, the concave portion 532 is not located at a position facing the communicating portion 511 to which the connecting portion 521 of the guiding means 520 is connected, and the high probability notification region 532a is located above the communicating portion 511. It has become. By setting it as such an initial position, even if there is one game ball won in the second big prize opening 61, it can be caused to flow into either the high probability notification area 532a or the non-notification area 532b. It should be noted that at least at the start of the special game, it may be in the initial position, and it may be always rotated except for the special game.

  As shown in FIG. 32 (b), when the movable member 61b operates in the special game, the second big prize opening 61 is opened and the game ball B can flow in. Then, as shown in FIG. 32 (c), the game ball B that has flowed into the second big prize opening 61 is detected by the second big prize opening sensor 61 a, then flows into the guiding means 520 and enters the connection portion 521. It reaches. When a game ball is detected by the second big prize opening sensor 61a, a detection signal is input to the game control device 30 and information indicating that the game ball is detected from the game control device 30 is sent to the effect control device 40. Is output. The effect control device 40 rotates the rotating body 530 based on this information.

  The examples shown in FIGS. 32 and 33 show the operation of the notification device 500 when it is selected to enter the unclear notification state in which the winning probability is not notified after the end of the jackpot. The rotation mode of the rotating body 530 at this time is as follows. First, the non-notification area 532b positioned below the communication portion 511 at the initial position shown in FIG. 32B faces the communication portion 511 as shown in FIG. Rotate like so. In the following description, the rotation direction at this time is defined as the forward direction, and the rotation direction opposite to the forward direction is defined as the reverse direction. Thereafter, the rotation direction is reversed, and the non-notification area 532b facing the communication portion 511 is rotated so as to face the discharge portion located below the rotating body 530 as shown in FIG. Then, the rotation direction is set as the positive direction again so that the non-notification area 532b facing the discharge portion faces the communication portion 511 as shown in FIG.

  By repeating this operation, as shown in FIG. 33 (a), the game ball B reaching the connection portion 521 flows into the non-notification area 532b via the communication portion 511, and as shown in FIG. 33 (b). It is discharged to the discharge part. In the state shown in FIG. 33 (b), the high-probability notification area 532a is located at a position shifted from the communication portion 511 (on the positive direction side in the rotation direction of the rotating body 530) and is in the connection portion 521. The sphere B cannot flow in. In addition, as shown in FIG. 33 (c), the game ball B waiting at the connection portion 521 also flows into the non-notification area 532b and is discharged to the discharge portion.

  When notifying that it is the second winning probability, the high probability notification area 532a is made to face the communication unit 511 and the game ball is received in the high probability notification area 532a. Thereafter, as described above, the rotating body 530 may be rotated in the opposite direction and discharged to the discharge portion. However, in order to clearly show the player that the game ball has flowed into the high probability notification area 532a, It is desirable to rotate in the positive direction and then discharge it to the discharge part after receiving it. Even when the second winning probability is notified, the game ball is allowed to flow into the non-notification area 532b for a predetermined period from the start of the special game, and then the game ball is allowed to flow into the high probability notification area 532a. good. In this way, it is possible to maintain a sense of expectation for the second winning probability during the special game, and to improve the interest of the game.

  Note that a sensor that detects that a game ball has flowed into the recess 532 may be provided so that it can be detected that the game ball has flowed into the recess 532. Such a sensor may be provided in each recess 532 of the rotating body 530, or may be provided only in the most important high-probability notification area 532a. In addition, a sensor may be provided in the connection portion 521 where the game ball stands by or the communication portion 511 through which the game ball passes to detect that the game ball has flowed into the recess 532.

  In addition, when the game ball flows into the non-notification area 532b, the winning probability is not notified. However, the non-notification area 532b may be notified of the first probability state by the inflow of game balls. Moreover, although the rotary body 530 is arranged substantially vertically, it may be arranged in a state inclined forward. Further, the rotating body 530 may be arranged horizontally. In this case, a discharge hole is provided at a position serving as a discharge portion and below the concave portion 532 so that the game ball is discharged.

  In addition, the notification device 500 may notify the winning probability by a configuration other than the rotating body 530, and may have a configuration that distributes the game balls to the high probability notification region and the other regions. Moreover, the arrangement | positioning position of the alerting | reporting apparatus 500 should just be a position which a player can visually recognize. Furthermore, although the game ball won in the big prize opening is configured to naturally flow down and be guided to the notification unit 510, a means for transferring the game ball to the guide means 520 may be provided. Further, if a lifting means for lifting the game ball as a means for transferring the game ball provided in the guiding means 520 is provided, the arrangement position of the notification device 500 is not limited to the position below the big prize opening and is arbitrary. It is provided in the position.

  From the above, the notification device 500 that notifies the winning probability by the game ball that won the winning prize opening (the first winning prize opening 26, the second winning prize opening 61) is provided. An informing unit 510 having a high probability informing area 532a for informing that the winning probability is the second winning probability, a guiding means 520 for guiding the game ball won in the big winning opening to the informing unit 510, and a high probability informing area Inflow control means (production control device 40) for controlling the inflow of game balls to 532a.

  Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest of the production related to the notification of the winning probability. In other words, an unprecedented effect that the winning probability is notified using the game ball won in the grand prize opening is possible, and the interest can be improved.

  Next, a fifth modification of the gaming machine of the second embodiment described above will be described. In addition, basically, it has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the fourth modified example of the second embodiment described above, hereinafter, the same reference numerals are given to portions having the same configuration, and the description is omitted. Then, mainly different parts will be described. The gaming machine of the present modification includes an opening / closing member 540 that serves as a flow path selecting unit in the guiding unit 520.

  The guiding means 520 of the present modification communicates with the first flow path 522 for guiding the game ball to the notification section 510 and a position upstream of the connection section 521 in the first flow path 522, and the game ball is connected to the gaming machine. 100 and a second flow path 523 for guiding to the outside. In addition, an opening / closing member 540 is provided at a communicating portion between the first flow path 522 and the second flow path 523 and serves as a flow path selection unit that distributes the flowing game balls to either the first flow path 522 or the second flow path 523. .

  The opening / closing member 540 is a plate-like member that can rotate about a portion that is a communication portion of the first flow path 522 and the second flow path 523 and that is the lower end of the upstream end portion of the second flow path 523. . The opening / closing member 540 is driven by driving means (not shown), and as shown in FIG. 34 (a), a closed position along the side wall of the first flow path 522 and closing the second flow path 523, As shown in FIG. 34 (b), it can be rotated between an open position where it rotates into the first flow path 522 and opens the second flow path 523. When in the open position, the plate surface of the opening / closing member 540 on the second flow path 523 side is located on the same plane as the bottom surface of the second flow path 523, so that the game ball can be smoothly flown through the second flow path. It can be guided to the road 523. Accordingly, as shown in FIG. 34 (a), when the opening / closing member 540 is in the closed position, the game ball that has flowed into the second grand prize winning opening 61 flows down the first flow path 522, as shown in FIG. 34 (b). As described above, when the opening / closing member 540 is in the open position, the game ball that has flowed into the second grand prize winning opening 61 flows down to the second flow path 523. The driving means for driving the opening / closing member 540 is controlled by the effect control device 40.

  In the notification device 500 including such an opening / closing member 540, at the start of a special game, the opening / closing member 540 is set to the closed position, and the game ball that has flowed into the second grand prize winning opening 61 is caused to flow down to the first flow path 522. Then, after the same number of game balls as the number of the concave portions 532 of the rotating body 530 flow into the second grand prize winning opening 61, the opening / closing member 540 is converted to the open state and flows down to the second flow path 523. That is, the same number of game balls as the number of recesses 532 of the rotating body 530 flow into the first flow path 522. The number of inflows into the second grand prize opening 61 is counted by the effect control apparatus 40 based on the information transmitted from the game control apparatus 30 when the game ball is detected by the second big prize opening sensor 61a. Further, the rotating body 530 stores the game balls in the first flow path 522 as an initial position until the opening / closing member 540 is in the open state, and the opening / closing member 540 is converted to the open state. The winning probability is notified by the rotator 530 later.

  In the notification of the winning probability by the rotator 530, the rotator 530 is rotated in the forward direction from the initial position, and the game balls flow into the non-notification areas 532b as shown in FIG. Notification is performed depending on whether or not the last game ball stored flows into the high-probability notification area 532a. When it is selected that an unclear notification state in which the winning probability is not notified after the end of the jackpot is selected, the rotation direction of the rotating body 530 is reversed before the high probability notification area 532a faces the communication unit 511. Then, as shown in FIG. 35 (b), after the game balls in the non-notification area 532b are discharged such that the non-notification area 532b on the positive direction side of the high probability notification area 532a faces the discharge portion, the forward direction is again The game ball is received in the non-notification area 532b.

  Further, when notifying that the second winning probability is reached, the rotating body 530 is rotated in the forward direction after the rotating body 530 is rotated in the forward direction and the game ball is allowed to flow into each non-notification area 532b. A game ball is caused to flow into the probability notification area 532a. As shown in FIG. 35 (b), the non-notification area 532b located on the forward direction side of the high probability notification area 532a faces the discharge portion, and after the game balls in the non-notification area 532b are discharged, the rotating body 530 is reversed. It is also possible to produce an effect that the game ball flows into the high probability notification area 532a by rotating in the direction.

  Although the opening / closing member 540 is opened after the same number of game balls as the number of recesses 532 of the rotating body 530 flow into the second grand prize opening 61, a predetermined time has elapsed since the big prize opening was opened. The opening / closing member 540 may be opened later. Further, the manner of notifying the winning probability by the rotator 530 can be executed in addition to using the same number of game balls as the number of recesses 532 of the rotator 530. Since the number of game balls that have flowed into the first flow path 522 can be counted, in this case, the notification mode of the winning probability by the rotating body 530 is determined based on the counting result. That is, the production control device 40 includes notification mode determination means for determining the notification mode of the winning probability based on the number of game balls won in the big winning opening (the first big winning port 26, the second big winning port 61). You may be king.

  From the above, the guiding means 520 includes the first flow path 522 for guiding the game ball to the notification unit 510, the second flow path 523 for guiding the game ball to the outside of the gaming machine 100, and the big prize opening (first There is provided a channel selection means (opening / closing member 540) for causing a game ball that has won a prize winning opening 26 and a second winning prize opening 61) to flow down to either the first channel 522 or the second channel 523. It will be. Therefore, the number of game balls flowing into the notification unit 510 can be set to an appropriate number.

  Next, a sixth modification of the gaming machine of the second embodiment described above will be described. Basically, it has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the fifth modified example of the second embodiment described above, and hereinafter, the same reference numerals are given to the parts having the same configuration and the description is omitted. Then, mainly different parts will be described. In the gaming machine of this modification, the operation of the movable member (opening / closing door 26b, movable member 61b) is associated with the operation of the opening / closing member 540 forming the flow path selecting means.

  In the special game of this modified example, as shown in FIG. 36, the movable member 61b that forms the special electric accessory in the round game (t11 to t14) is moved between the start of the round game and a predetermined specific winning period (t11 to t12). ) After the open state, the temporarily closed state (t12 to t13) is set to the open state again (t13 to t14). Then, the opening / closing member 540 that constitutes the flow path selection means guides the game ball that has won the second grand prize opening 61 during the specific winning period to the first flow path 522, and at the second large period other than the specific winning period. Control is performed so that the game ball won in the winning opening 61 is guided to the second flow path 523. It should be noted that the special electric combination of the big prize opening where the winning game ball will be guided to the notification device 500 may be operated as described above, and the special electric combination as the target is the first big prize opening 26. The opening / closing door 26b and the movable member 61b of the second grand prize winning opening 61 may be used.

  By doing this, the number of inflows of game balls to the notification unit 510 can be made to an appropriate number, and the game balls are launched before the movable member 61b forming the special electric accessory is opened, The operating rate of gaming machines can be increased.

  From the above, the special electric accessory (opening / closing door 26b, movable member 61b) is in a closed state in which it is impossible to win a game ball in the big prize opening (first big prize opening 26, second big prize opening 61). The game can be converted into an open state in which a game ball can be won, and the special game execution means (game control device 30) can receive a predetermined number of game balls as a special game or after a predetermined period has passed. A round game that is ended when one of the conditions is established is executed a plurality of times, and in the round game, the special electric accessory is opened for a predetermined specific winning period from the start of the round game and then temporarily closed. The flow path selecting means (opening / closing member 540) guides the game ball that has won the big prize opening to the first flow path 522 during the specific winning period, and controls it to be in the open state again. The game ball that won a prize at the second prize passage is placed in the second flow path 52. The fact that so as to induce in.

  In the second embodiment described above and each modification of the second embodiment, the jackpot type accompanied by the operation of the condition device and the breakdown of the jackpot winning combination may be set as shown in FIG. The jackpot shown in FIG. 37 is the same 2R, but the opening time is different. However, the difference in opening time is a short time, making it difficult for the player to recognize which jackpot is. In addition, an unclear notification state is set after the jackpot shown here. Also, a longer opening time is more easily selected when the second winning probability (high probability) is reached after the jackpot ends than when the first winning probability (normal probability) is reached after the jackpot ends. That is, more game balls win in the second big winning opening 61 when the second winning probability (high probability) is reached after the jackpot ends than when the first winning probability (normal probability) is reached after the jackpot ends. The possibility to do is high. Thereby, in the above-mentioned 2nd Embodiment and each modification of this 2nd Embodiment, when many game balls have won in the 2nd big winning opening 61, it is easy to acquire the privilege given to a player. .

  By doing so, in the second embodiment and the first modification of the second embodiment, the second winning probability (high) after the jackpot is reached, compared to the case where the first winning probability (ordinary probability) is reached after the jackpot ends. In the case of (probability), it is easier to clearly notify or guess the winning probability.

  Further, in the second modification of the second embodiment, when the jackpot is ended when the second winning probability (high probability) is reached after the jackpot ends, rather than when the first winning probability (normal probability) is set after the jackpot ends. In this case, the value of the short-time display tends to be high. In addition, the actual remaining number of times can be easily displayed from the beginning. In the case of the second modification, for each jackpot shown in FIG. 37, the power support period after the jackpot is selected from 20, 50, or 100 times.

  Further, in the third modification of the second embodiment, the electric supporter is more likely to have the second winning probability (high probability) after the jackpot than the first winning probability (ordinary probability) after the jackpot ends. The period tends to be long, which is advantageous to the player. In the case of the third modification, the electric support period is set from the number of winning prizes in the case of the big win shown in FIG.

  Further, in the fourth to sixth modifications of the second embodiment, the case where the second winning probability (high probability) is reached after the jackpot ends is greater than the case where the first winning probability (normal probability) is reached after the jackpot ends, A variety of notification modes by the notification device 500 can be provided, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  In the second embodiment, the configuration of each modification described above and the configuration of the second embodiment can be applied in combination in a single gaming machine. Furthermore, the configurations of the modified examples can be used together in one gaming machine, and can be applied in combination. Furthermore, the configurations of the first embodiment and the modifications of the first embodiment can be applied in combination.

[Third Embodiment]
Next, the gaming machine of the third embodiment will be described. In addition, basically, it has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the first embodiment described above, and hereinafter, the same reference numerals are given to portions having the same configuration, description thereof is omitted, and mainly different. The part will be described. The gaming machine of this embodiment is configured such that the number of rounds in the special game is greater when the second winning probability is higher than when the first winning probability is reached after the end of the jackpot.

  In the gaming machine of the present embodiment, the jackpot type accompanied by the operation of the condition device and the breakdown when winning the jackpot are set as shown in FIG. In the special figure 1 variable display game, two types are set, that is, per 10R probability variation and per 10R time reduction. The 10R probability change win is a jackpot in which the first big winning opening 26 is opened for 25 seconds or 10 pieces × 10R by the opening / closing operation of the opening / closing door 26b when the big hit occurs, and the jackpot probability after the big hit ends is set to the second winning probability It is. In addition, the power support state is continued until the next jackpot after the jackpot ends. 10R hour short win is a big hit where the first big winning opening 26 is opened for 25 seconds or 10 pieces × 10R by opening / closing operation of the door 26b when a big hit occurs, and the jackpot probability after the big hit ends is set to the first winning probability It is. Moreover, the electric support state is continued until the special figure variation display game is executed 100 times after the jackpot.

  In the special figure 2 variable display game, five types are set per 2R probability change, per 3R probability change, per 15R probability change, per 2R time reduction, and per 3R time reduction. The 15R probability change win is a jackpot in which the first big winning opening 26 is opened for 25 seconds or 10 by the opening / closing operation of the opening / closing door 26b when the big hit occurs, and the jackpot probability after the big hit ends is set to the second winning probability It is. In addition, the power support state is continued until the next jackpot after the jackpot ends. In 2R probability variation and 3R probability variation, when the big hit occurs, the second big prize opening 61 is opened for 0.5 seconds or 10 pieces × 2R or 3R by the opening / closing operation of the movable member 61b, and the big hit probability after the big hit ends is the second. It is a jackpot set to the winning probability. In addition, the power support state is continued until the next jackpot after the jackpot ends. For 2R short-time hit and 3R short-time hit, the second big winning opening 61 is opened for 0.5 seconds or 10 pieces × 2R or 3R by opening / closing operation of the movable member 61b when the big hit occurs, and the first big hit probability after the big hit ends is the first. It is a jackpot set to the winning probability. Moreover, the electric support state is continued until the special figure variation display game is executed 100 times after the jackpot.

  Which jackpot is selected from these jackpots is selected by the game control device 30 on the basis of a symbol for determining symbols as in the gaming machine of the first embodiment. That is, when the game control device 30 wins the lottery result of the lottery means (game control device 30), the number of executions of the round game is determined from the predetermined number of executions (the random number for symbol determination). (Based on) a round game execution frequency selection means to be selected.

  Here, in the selection ratio per 2R probability change, per 2R probability change, per 2R short time per 3R short time per selectable rate in the special figure 2 variable display game, the per-variable time selection is 3R more than the short time per time. The selection probability is high. That is, the number of rounds is larger when the second winning probability is set than when the first winning probability is set. Therefore, it is possible to perform an unprecedented effect that the winning probability can be estimated from the number of rounds, and the interest can be improved.

  Further, in the gaming machine of the present embodiment, a notification probability that is a probability of a clear notification state after the end of the special game is selected based on the number of game balls won in the special winning opening in the special game, and according to the selected notification probability. Then, after the special game is finished, it is selected whether or not to make a clear notification state.

  In order to perform such control, the production control device 40 performs a process for counting the number of game balls won in the first big prize opening 26 or the second big prize opening 61 in the special game. This process can be performed by the winning number counting process shown in FIG. 23 in the gaming machine of the second embodiment. However, it is not determined whether or not the 2R big hit or the small win in step S190. In other words, the production control device 40 serves as a counting means for counting the number of game balls won in the special winning opening during the special game.

  And in the production | presentation control apparatus 40, the process which determines whether it is set as a clear alerting | reporting state is performed. This process can be performed by the notification state setting process shown in FIG. 24 in the gaming machine of the second embodiment. However, in place of step S201 and step S202, a process of setting a notification probability according to the number of winning prizes (large winning prize counter value) is performed according to a table as shown in FIG. Then, it is determined whether or not a clear notification state is set according to the set notification probability. In the table shown in FIG. 39, when the number of winnings is 20 or more (specific result), the clear notification state is always set. Therefore, the effect control device 40 serves as a notification probability selection unit that selects a notification probability that is a probability of a clear notification state after the end of the special game based on the counting result by the counting unit (the effect control device 40).

  With the above configuration, the number of rounds in a special game is higher when the second winning probability (high probability) is reached after the jackpot ends than when the first winning probability (ordinary probability) is reached after the jackpot ends. There are many, and more game balls will win the big prize opening. For this reason, there is a higher possibility that a clear notification state occurs when the second winning probability (high probability) is reached after the jackpot ends than when the first winning probability (normal probability) is reached after the jackpot ends. In this way, when it is in the second winning state, there is a high possibility that it will be clearly notified that it is the second winning probability, so the expectation for the next jackpot can be raised and the interest of the game is improved can do. In addition, since it is highly likely that the first winning probability is in the indistinct notification state, it is possible to maintain a sense of expectation that the second winning state is in the indistinct notification state, and to enhance the interest of the game. Can be improved.

  From the above, the variable display device (Special Figure 1 Display 22A, Special Figure 2 Display 22B and Liquid Crystal Display Device 50) capable of displaying the variation of the symbols, and the start provided in the game area 1a where the game ball flows down A lottery means (game control device 30) for performing a lottery for determining whether or not the game ball has won a prize opening (Special Figure 1 start opening 24, Special Figure 2 start opening 25), and lottery The symbol control means (game control device 30) for controlling the symbol variation process to stop display after the symbols are variably displayed on the variable display device based on the lottery result by the means, and the lottery result of the lottery means After the symbols are variably displayed by the symbol control means, a predetermined winning symbol is stopped and displayed, and the special electric accessory (opening / closing door 26b, movable member 61b) provided in the game area 1a is operated to win a prize winning opening ( 1st Grand Prize 6. In a gaming machine provided with special game execution means (game control device 30) for executing a special game that makes it easy to win game balls in the second grand prize winning opening 61), the lottery result of the lottery means On the condition that it is a winning, the winning probability that the lottery result of the lottery means is winning is set to either the first winning probability or the second winning probability that is a winning probability higher than the first winning probability. An informing state in which one of a winning probability changing means (game control device 30), a clear informing state in which the state of the winning probability is clearly informed, and an indistinct informing state in which the state of the winning probability is indefinitely informed Setting means (game control device 30 and effect control device 40), and the special game execution means is either a lapse of a predetermined period or a predetermined number of game balls as a special game. Special electric accessory until the conditions of When a round game that makes it easy to win a game ball is executed a plurality of times, and the lottery result of the lottery means is winning, the number of round games to be executed is selected from a plurality of predetermined execution times A round game execution number selection means (game control device 30), and the round game execution number selection means sets the second winning probability rather than the winning probability changing means sets the first winning probability, The number of executions to be selected is large.

  Here, the variable display device may be a device that only displays a symbol, or a device that displays an effect in addition to the display of the symbol (for example, the liquid crystal display device 50). “Clearly informing the state of the winning probability” means whether the player has a state of the first winning probability (low probability) or a state of the second winning probability (high probability). Can be recognized, and it is not necessary to notify in detail up to the value of the winning probability. In addition, even if it is not character information, it is determined whether the state is the state of the first winning probability (low probability) or the state of the second winning probability (high probability) by the background image or sound. As long as the person can recognize it. Further, “notifying the state of the winning probability indefinitely” includes not notifying information on the winning probability at all, or performing notification notifying the winning probability but not clearly.

  Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest of the production related to the notification of the winning probability. That is, it is possible to produce an unprecedented effect that the winning probability can be estimated from the number of round games executed, and the interest can be improved.

  Further, the notification state setting means (game control device 30, effect control device 40) includes a counting means (effect control device 40) for counting the number of game balls won in the special winning opening during the special game, and the counting means. In accordance with the notification probability selected by the notification probability selection means, the notification probability selection means (effect control device 40) for selecting a notification probability that is a probability of a clear notification state after the end of the special game based on the counting result Whether or not to make a clear notification state after the end of the special game is selected.

  Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest of the production related to the notification of the winning probability. That is, the game result of the player is reflected in the notification, and it is possible to improve the interest of the production related to the notification of the winning probability.

  In addition, if the selected winning probability is the second winning probability, the number of round games executed is large, and the number of game balls to be won in the big prize opening is also large, so it is easy to be clearly informed and improve the interest of the game. Can do. Also, if the selected winning probability is the first winning probability and the number of round game executions is small and the number of game balls to be won in the big winning opening is small, it is easy to be in an indistinct notification state, During a certain period, the player can have a sense of expectation for the second winning probability, so that it is possible to prevent the interest of the game from deteriorating.

  Further, the notification state setting means (game control device 30, effect control device 40) is set to a clear notification state after the end of the special game when the counting result by the counting means (effect control device 40) is a specific result. It becomes that.

  Here, “when the counting result by the counting means is the specific result” includes a case where the counting result matches a specific number or a case where the counting result is a specific number or more.

  Therefore, the result of the player's game is reflected in the notification, and it is possible to improve the interest of the production related to the notification of the winning probability.

  It should be noted that the configuration shown in the third embodiment and the configurations of the first and second embodiments and the modified examples of each embodiment can be applied in combination in a single gaming machine.

[Fourth Embodiment]
Next, the gaming machine of the fourth embodiment will be described. In addition, basically, it has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the first embodiment described above, and hereinafter, the same reference numerals are given to portions having the same configuration, description thereof is omitted, and mainly different. The part will be described. The gaming machine according to the present embodiment notifies the current winning probability based on the predetermined notification time.

  The predetermined notification time is a time indicated by a circle in FIG. The notification time varies depending on the day of the week. Thus, in order to notify the winning probability at the notification time, the effect control device 40 is provided with a time measuring means for measuring the time. In addition to the time, the production control device 40 includes calendar management means for managing at least the day of the week. Note that it is desirable that the notification time shown in FIG. 40 can be changed at the game store.

  And the production | presentation control apparatus 40 performs the probability state alerting | reporting process shown in FIG. 41 as a process for alert | reporting a winning probability when it becomes preset alerting | reporting time. In step S240, it is determined whether it is a notification time. The determination as to whether or not it is the notification time is performed, for example, by acquiring the current time and day of the week managed by the time measuring means and the calendar management means and referring to a table having information as shown in FIG. . If it is not the notification time, the probability state notification process is terminated. If it is the notification time, the process proceeds to step S241.

  In step S241, a process of notifying the winning probability is performed as the probability state notification process. The notification of the winning probability performed by this processing is, for example, as shown in FIG. 42, and if the winning probability is in the second probability state, the liquid crystal display device 50 displays “probable change” as shown in FIG. "Is displayed. If the winning probability is in the first probability state, the character information of the liquid crystal display device 50 “normal” is displayed as shown in FIG. That is, the effect control device 40 serves as a winning probability notifying means for notifying the current winning probability based on a predetermined notification time.

  Note that the manner of notifying the winning probability is not limited to that shown in FIG. 42, and any manner may be used as long as the winning probability is notified to the player. For example, a specific character may be displayed in the second probability state. Further, the winning probability may be notified by voice or lamp light emission. Furthermore, in addition to information that clearly notifies the winning probability, information indicating the winning probability may be displayed. Further, the calendar management means may manage the date, and the notification time may be changed according to the date or month. Moreover, when the notification state of the winning probability is a clear notification state, the winning probability may not be notified at the notification time.

  From the above, the variable display device (Special Figure 1 Display 22A, Special Figure 2 Display 22B and Liquid Crystal Display Device 50) capable of displaying the variation of the symbols, and the start provided in the game area 1a where the game ball flows down A lottery means (game control device 30) for performing a lottery for determining whether or not the game ball has won a prize opening (Special Figure 1 start opening 24, Special Figure 2 start opening 25), and lottery The symbol control means (game control device 30) for controlling the symbol variation process to stop display after the symbols are variably displayed on the variable display device based on the lottery result by the means, and the lottery result of the lottery means After the symbols are variably displayed by the symbol control means, a predetermined winning symbol is stopped and displayed, and a special electric accessory (opening / closing door 26b, movable member 61b) provided in the game area 1a can be easily won by a game ball. State In a gaming machine equipped with special game execution means (game control device 30) for executing another game, the winning probability that the lottery result of the lottery means is won on condition that the lottery result of the lottery means is win. The winning probability changing means (game control device 30) set to either the first winning probability or the second winning probability that is higher than the first winning probability, and the lottery result of the lottery means are winning. On the condition, the notification state setting means (game control device 30) for setting either the clear notification state for clearly informing the state of the winning probability or the unclear notification state for indistinctly notifying the state of the winning probability And an effect control device 40) and a time measuring means (effect control device 40) for measuring time, and when the notification state setting means is in an unclear notification state, the time measured by the time measurement means is At the time of notification Based on it becomes possible to become comprise a winning probability informing means for informing the current odds (effect control device 40).

  Here, the variable display device may be a device that only displays a symbol, or a device that displays an effect in addition to the display of the symbol (for example, the liquid crystal display device 50). “Clearly informing the state of the winning probability” means whether the player has a state of the first winning probability (low probability) or a state of the second winning probability (high probability). Can be recognized, and it is not necessary to notify in detail up to the value of the winning probability. In addition, even if it is not character information, it is determined whether the state is the state of the first winning probability (low probability) or the state of the second winning probability (high probability) by the background image or sound. As long as the person can recognize it. Further, “notifying the state of the winning probability indefinitely” includes not notifying information on the winning probability at all, or performing notification notifying the winning probability but not clearly.

  Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest of the production related to the notification of the winning probability. In other words, since it is a condition that the notification time, which is a different condition from the progress of the game, is set, it is possible to perform an unexpected notification that is not possible in the past and improve the interest of the production related to the notification of the winning probability be able to.

  The time means (effect control device 40) includes at least a calendar management means (effect control device 40) for managing the day of the week, and the notification time can be set differently depending on the day of the week. The winning probability notification means (effect control device) 40) means that the current winning probability is notified based on the fact that the time measured by the time measuring means becomes a predetermined notification time on the day of the week managed by the calendar managing means.

  Therefore, it is possible to match the player's tendency to visit the store and the business form of the game store, and to perform appropriate notification.

  In addition, after performing the notification of the winning probability, it may be changed from the unclear notification state to the clear notification state. That is, the notification state setting means (game control device 30 and effect control device 40) may be in a clear notification state after notifying the winning probability by the winning probability notification means (effect control device 40). In this way, the winning probability can be clearly notified.

  Next, a first modification of the gaming machine of the fourth embodiment described above will be described. Basically, it has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the above-described fourth embodiment, and hereinafter, the parts having the same configuration are denoted by the same reference numerals, description thereof is omitted, and mainly different. The part will be described. The gaming machine of this modification is configured to notify the winning probability only when the special figure variation display game is being executed at the notification time.

  In the gaming machine of this modification, the probability state notification process shown in FIG. 43 is performed instead of the probability state notification process shown in FIG. In this probability state notification process, when it is the notification time (step S240; Y), it is determined whether or not the special figure variation display game is being executed (step S250). In addition, since the effect control device 40 is configured to play the decoration special map variation display game in relation to the special map variation display game, various information (commands) related to the special map variation display game are received from the game control device 30. It is possible to determine whether or not the special figure variation display game is being executed. In addition, the time when the special figure variation display game is being executed includes the time during which the result mode is displayed in addition to the period during which the symbols are varied.

  When the special figure fluctuation display game is not being executed (step S250; N) in the determination as to whether or not the special figure fluctuation display game is being executed (step S250), the probability state notification process is terminated. When the special figure variation display game is being executed (step S250; Y), a process of notifying the winning probability (step S241) is performed, and the probability state notifying process is terminated.

  From the above, the winning probability notification means (production control device 40) is controlled when the symbol variation process (special symbol variation display game) is controlled by the symbol control means (game control device 30) at the notification time. This means that the winning probability is notified.

  Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest of the production related to the notification of the winning probability. In other words, since the winning probability is notified when the game is being executed, the privilege of notifying only the player who is playing the game can be given, and the effect of the production related to the notification of the winning probability can be given. Can be improved. In addition, even for a gaming machine that is not in operation without a player, the player can play a game when it is close to the notification time, so that the operating rate of the gaming machine can be increased.

  Next, a second modification of the gaming machine of the fourth embodiment described above will be described. In addition, basically, it has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the first modified example of the above-described fourth embodiment, and hereinafter, the same reference numerals are given to portions having the same configuration, and the description is omitted. Then, mainly different parts will be described. The gaming machine of this modification is configured not to notify the winning probability when the customer is waiting at the notification time.

  In the gaming machine of this modification, the probability state notification process shown in FIG. 44 is performed instead of the probability state notification process shown in FIG. In this probability state notification process, when it is the notification time (step S240; Y) and the special figure variation display game is not being executed (step S250; N), it is determined whether or not the customer waiting state is set. (Step S260) is performed.

  The customer waiting state is a state in which a transition is made when there is no start memory for a predetermined period after the special figure variation display game ends, and is a standby state in which the special figure variation display game is awaited. This customer waiting state is started when a predetermined time elapses after receiving a customer waiting demo command from the game control device 30. For example, a customer waiting demo image is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 50.

  If it is not in the customer waiting state (step S260; N) in the determination of whether or not the customer is waiting (step S260), a process of notifying the winning probability (step S241) is performed, and the probability state notifying process is terminated. . In this case, there is no start memory, but a predetermined period has not elapsed since the end of the special figure variation display game. Moreover, when it is a customer waiting state (step S260; Y), a probability state alerting | reporting process is complete | finished. That is, in this case, the winning probability is not notified.

  From the above, after a predetermined period has elapsed from the end of the control of the symbol variation process by the symbol control means (game control device 30), a standby state setting means for setting a standby state for waiting for symbol variation display by the symbol control means ( The game control device 30) is provided, and the winning probability notifying means is configured not to notify the winning probability when the notification time is in a standby state.

  Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest of the production related to the notification of the winning probability. In other words, since notification is not performed when no game is being performed, a privilege that notification is given only to the player who is playing the game can be given, and the interest of the presentation related to notification of the winning probability is improved. can do. In addition, even for a gaming machine that is not in operation without a player, the player can play a game when it is close to the notification time, so that the operating rate of the gaming machine can be increased. Further, even when the winning rate at the start winning opening (Special Figure 1 starting opening 24, Special Figure 2 starting opening 25) is poor and the symbol changing process is not continuously performed, the control of the symbol changing process is completed. Since the notification is made during the predetermined period from the beginning, it is possible to eliminate unfairness among the players who are playing the game.

  Next, a third modification of the gaming machine of the fourth embodiment described above will be described. Basically, it has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the above-described fourth embodiment, and hereinafter, the parts having the same configuration are denoted by the same reference numerals, description thereof is omitted, and mainly different. The part will be described. The gaming machine according to the present modification is configured not to notify the winning probability when it is a big hit (during a special game) at the notification time.

  In the gaming machine of this modification, the probability state notification process shown in FIG. 45 is performed instead of the probability state notification process shown in FIG. In this probability state notification process, when it is the notification time (step S240; Y), it is determined whether or not a big hit is being made (step S270). If it is not a big hit (step S270; N) in the determination of whether or not the big hit (step S270), a process of notifying the winning probability (step S241) is performed, and the probability state notification process is terminated. If it is a big hit (step S270; Y), the probability state notification process is terminated. That is, in this case, the winning probability is not notified.

  From the above, the winning probability notification means does not notify the winning probability when the special game is being played at the notification time.

  Therefore, it is possible to prevent the notification of the winning probability from interfering with the special game. Further, since the first winning probability is during the special game, unnecessary notification of the winning probability can be prevented. If the special game is in progress at the notification time, the winning probability may be notified after the special game ends.

  Next, a fourth modification of the gaming machine of the fourth embodiment described above will be described. Basically, it has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the above-described fourth embodiment, and hereinafter, the parts having the same configuration are denoted by the same reference numerals, description thereof is omitted, and mainly different. The part will be described. The gaming machine of the present modification notifies the winning probability when there is an operation on the effect button 157 that constitutes the operating means.

  In the gaming machine of this modification, when the predetermined time before the notification time comes, a display for notifying the timing of the notification time as shown in FIG. 46 is made. When it is 10 seconds before the notification time, a character display of “10” is displayed as shown in FIG. 46 (a), and then a character display is displayed so as to count down every second as shown in FIG. 46 (b). Is displayed. Then, as shown in FIG. 46 (c), when the character display of “0” is displayed at the notification time, when the player presses the effect button 157, the winning probability is notified. Yes.

  In the production control device 40, the probability state notification process shown in FIG. 47 is performed instead of the probability state notification process shown in FIG. In step S280, it is determined whether it is a predetermined time before the notification time. If it is not a predetermined time before the notification time, the process proceeds to step S282. If it is a predetermined time before the notification time, the process proceeds to step S281. In step S281, for example, a timing notification process is performed to perform display for notifying the timing of the notification time as shown in FIG. 46, and the process proceeds to step S282. That is, the production control device 40 serves as a timing notification means for notifying a timing at which the notification time is reached from a predetermined time before the notification time.

  In step S282, it is determined whether or not it is a predetermined period for accepting the operation of the effect button 157. The predetermined period for receiving the operation of the effect button 157 is, for example, the time before and after the timing notified by the timing notification means (the timing for displaying “0” in FIG. 46). If it is not a predetermined period in which the operation of the effect button 157 is accepted, the probability state notification process is terminated. If it is a predetermined period in which the operation of the effect button 157 is accepted, the process proceeds to step S283.

  In step S283, it is determined whether or not there is an operation on the effect button 157. If there is no operation, the probability state notification process is terminated. If there is an operation, a process of notifying the winning probability (step S241) is performed, and the probability state notification process is terminated.

  It should be noted that a display for notifying the timing may be started when the notification time is reached, and the winning probability may be notified after a predetermined time of the notification time. In addition, since the operation of the effect button 157 is required to notify the winning probability, the winning probability can be notified only when the special figure variation display game is being executed (when the player is playing a game). You may make it.

  As described above, the operation means (effect button 157) that can be operated by the player is provided, and the winning probability notification means (effect control device 40) notifies the timing of the notification time from a predetermined time before the notification time. Timing notification means (production control device 40) is provided, and the winning probability is notified when the operation means is operated within a predetermined period near the notification time.

  Here, the “operation means” may be anything that presses a button, or detects an operation by a player such as a touch panel, a trackball, or a cross key. Also, “notify timing” is, for example, performing display that counts down from 10 seconds before the notification time.

  Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest of the production related to the notification of the winning probability. That is, an element of a game in which the player participates can be given to the notification of the winning probability, and the interest can be improved. In addition, a player who does not want to know the winning probability does not have to operate the operation means, and can make a notification in accordance with the player's intention.

  Next, a fifth modification of the gaming machine of the fourth embodiment described above will be described. Basically, it has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the above-described fourth embodiment, and hereinafter, the parts having the same configuration are denoted by the same reference numerals, description thereof is omitted, and mainly different. The part will be described. The gaming machine of this modification is configured to notify the winning probability when the special figure variation display game is continuously executed in a predetermined period before the notification time.

  In the gaming machine of this modification, the probability state notification process shown in FIG. 48 is performed instead of the probability state notification process shown in FIG. In this probability state notification process, when it is the notification time (step S240; Y), it is determined whether or not the special figure variation display game is continuously executed from 5 minutes ago (step S290).

  In addition, since the effect control device 40 is configured to play the decoration special map variation display game in relation to the special map variation display game, various information (commands) related to the special map variation display game are received from the game control device 30. It is possible to determine whether or not the special figure variation display game is being executed. In addition, the time when the special figure variation display game is being executed includes the time during which the result mode is displayed in addition to the period during which the symbols are varied. Therefore, it is also possible to monitor the execution state of the special figure variation display game in a predetermined period (for example, 5 minutes) before the notification time by the effect control device 40.

  In the determination of whether or not the special figure fluctuation display game is continuously executed from 5 minutes ago (step S290), when the special figure fluctuation display game is not continuously executed from 5 minutes ago (step S290; N) ) Ends the probability state notification process. That is, in this case, the winning probability is not notified. Further, when the special figure variation display game is continuously executed from 5 minutes ago (step S290; Y), a process of notifying the winning probability (step S241) is performed, and the probability state notifying process is ended.

  From the above, the winning probability notifying means (production control device 40) is continuously controlled by the symbol control means (game control device 30) during the predetermined period before the notification time. In this case, the winning probability is notified.

  Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest of the production related to the notification of the winning probability. That is, it is possible to give a privilege that notification is given only to a player who continues to play a game, and it is possible to improve the interest of the production related to notification of the winning probability. In addition, even for gaming machines that are not in operation without a player, the player will start playing the game at the start of the predetermined period before the notification time starts. Can do.

  Next, a sixth modification of the gaming machine of the fourth embodiment described above will be described. Basically, it has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the above-described fourth embodiment, and hereinafter, the parts having the same configuration are denoted by the same reference numerals, description thereof is omitted, and mainly different. The part will be described. The gaming machine according to this modification is configured to provide a notice for notifying the notice time on and after the next day.

  Notification of the notification time on the next day and after is performed by displaying character information as shown in FIG. 49 on the liquid crystal display device 50. The notification time may be any time, but for example, it is performed before a predetermined time of closing. In order to perform such advance notice, the effect control device 40 determines whether it is time to make advance notice. Then, when it is time to perform the notification, the notification time stored in the table having information as shown in FIG. 40 is acquired based on the day of the week (for example, the next day) that is the target of the notification, As shown in 49, a process of displaying on the liquid crystal display device 50 is performed.

  From the above, the winning probability notification means (effect control device 40) includes the notice notification means (effect control device 40) for notifying the notification time on and after the next day. Therefore, the effect of attracting customers can be exhibited not only on the current day but also on and after the next day.

  Next, a seventh modification of the gaming machine of the fourth embodiment described above will be described. Basically, it has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the above-described fourth embodiment, and hereinafter, the parts having the same configuration are denoted by the same reference numerals, description thereof is omitted, and mainly different. The part will be described. The gaming machine of this modification includes a notification device 700 that notifies the winning probability.

  The notification device 700 is arranged at a position in front of the liquid crystal display device 50 in the game board 1. Then, the first upper peach motor 433a and the second upper peach motor 433b (see FIG. 2), which constitute the operating means, are retracted from the front of the liquid crystal display device 50 as shown in FIG. As shown in FIG. 50B, the liquid crystal display device 50 can be moved between overlapping positions overlapping the front. The production control device 40 controls the first upper peach motor 433a and the second upper peach motor 433b that constitute the operating means.

  In addition, a winning probability display unit 710 that displays a winning probability is provided in the approximate center of the notification device 700. The winning probability display unit 710 includes a light emitting unit (not shown), a first display unit 711 disposed in front of the light emitting unit, and a second display unit 712 disposed in front of the first display unit 711. . The light emitting unit can emit light in the first emission color and emit light in the second emission color different from the first emission color. The first display unit 711 is arranged so as to cover the light emitting unit. Further, the second display unit 712 is composed of a pair of left and right members simulating a peach shape. As shown in FIG. 50A, the second display unit 712 covers the first display unit 711 and is shown in FIG. 50B. Thus, it can be converted into an open state in which the first display unit 711 is visible by rotating left and right.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 50B, the second display portion 712 is opened to make the first display portion 711 visible, and light emission in the first emission color is performed in this state, whereby the first display is performed. In the part 711, the characters “probability change” are made visible. In addition, as shown in FIG. 50C, by performing light emission in the second emission color in a state where the second display portion 712 is in the closed state, it is possible to visually recognize “normal” characters on the second display portion 712. It is supposed to be.

  The effect control device 40 notifies the winning probability by the notification device 700 by a process of notifying the winning probability (step S241, for example, see FIG. 41). When the notification time is reached, the notification device 700 is first moved from the retracted position shown in FIG. 50A to the overlapping position shown in FIG. And when notifying that it is the 2nd winning probability, as shown in Drawing 50 (b), the 2nd display part 712 is made into an opened state, and the 1st display part 711 is made into a state which can be visually recognized, and in this state, a light emission part Is emitted in the first emission color, and the characters “probability change” are visible on the first display portion 711. When notifying that it is the first winning probability, as shown in FIG. 50 (c), the second display unit 712 is in a closed state, the light emitting unit emits light in the second emission color, and the second display is performed. In the part 712, the characters “normal” are made visible.

  From the above, the notification device 700 that notifies the winning probability is provided, and the notification device 700 displays the winning probability display unit 710 that displays the winning probability and the notification device 700 from the front of the variable display device (liquid crystal display device 50). An operating means (first upper peach motor 433a, second upper peach motor 433b, effect control device 40) operable between the retracted retracted position and an overlapping position overlapping the front of the variable display device. The winning probability notifying means (production control device 40) is configured to notify the operation device by the operation means based on the fact that the time counted by the clocking means (effect control device 40) in the unclear notification state becomes a predetermined notification time. 700 is moved from the retracted position to the overlapping position, and the winning probability is displayed on the winning probability display portion 710.

  Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest of the production related to the notification of the winning probability. That is, it is possible to provide a novel notification mode that is not available in the past, and it is possible to improve the interest of the production related to the notification of the winning probability.

  In the fourth embodiment, the configuration of each modification described above and the configuration of the fourth embodiment can be combined and applied in one gaming machine. Furthermore, the configurations of the modified examples can be applied in combination in a single gaming machine. Furthermore, the configuration shown in the fourth embodiment and the modifications of the fourth embodiment, the configuration described above, and the configurations of the first to third embodiments and the modifications of the embodiments are one game. It is possible to apply in combination in the machine.

[Fifth Embodiment]
Next, a gaming machine of the fifth embodiment will be described. In addition, basically, it has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the first embodiment described above, and hereinafter, the same reference numerals are given to portions having the same configuration, description thereof is omitted, and mainly different. The part will be described. The gaming machine according to the present embodiment performs various processes when a continuous winning in which a plurality of gaming balls wins at the start opening occurs within a predetermined time.

  As shown in FIG. 51, continuous winning means that a winning (t20) at a starting winning opening (which can be either the special drawing 1 starting opening 24 or the special drawing 2 starting opening 25) is generated and then within a continuous winning effective time ( That is, a winning (t21) to the start winning opening (which can be either the special figure 1 starting opening 24 or the special figure 2 starting opening 25) occurs again from t20 to t22).

  The monitoring of the occurrence of this continuous winning is performed by, for example, the production control device 40. Here, the winning at the start port is determined based on a command transmitted from the game control device 30 when the special figure start memory is generated. It should be noted that the winning at the starting opening (overflow winning) that occurs when the special figure starting memory is the upper limit number may be determined as having been awarded to the special drawing starting opening or not. good. However, when it is determined that there is a winning at the special figure starting port, a command related to the special figure starting memory is not transmitted from the game control device 30, so that, for example, a separate command is output from the game control device 30, It is made possible for the effect control device 40 to detect a winning at a special figure start port that does not generate a special figure start memory. When a winning at the start port is detected, information (flag) indicating that a consecutive winning has occurred is set within the consecutive winning effective time. In addition, if it is not within the continuous winning effective time, processing for setting the continuous winning effective time is performed.

  Further, the production control device 40 performs a continuous winning display process shown in FIG. 52 for performing a corresponding display based on the occurrence of such a continuous winning. In step S300, it is determined whether continuous winning has occurred. If no consecutive winning has occurred, the continuous winning display process is terminated. If a continuous winning has occurred, the process proceeds to step S301.

  In step S301, a process of notifying the player that a continuous winning has occurred is performed. With this process, in the decorative special figure start memory display in the liquid crystal display device 50, the display about the start memory related to the continuous winning is a specific display different from the display about the other start memories. For example, as shown in FIG. 53, this specific display integrally displays a decorative special figure start memory display for the start memory related to the continuous winning, and also displays “continuous” character information. That is, when the production control device 40 detects the occurrence of a continuous winning that detects a plurality of game balls by the detecting means within a predetermined time, it forms continuous winning notifying means for notifying the occurrence of the continuous winning.

  In addition, you may make it select the color of the specific display which alert | reports a continuous winning according to the order of the winning in a continuous winning. For example, as shown in FIG. 54, when the consecutive winning is established by winning again at the special figure 1 starting port 24 during the continuous winning period after winning the special figure 1 starting port 24, the specific display color is blue. To. By doing in this way, the winning order in the continuous winning can also be notified.

  From the above, the variable display device (Special Figure 1 Display 22A, Special Figure 2 Display 22B and Liquid Crystal Display Device 50) capable of displaying the variation of the symbols, and the start provided in the game area 1a where the game ball flows down Detection means (game control device 30) for detecting that a game ball has won a prize opening (Special Figure 1 start opening 24, Special Figure 2 start opening 25), and that the detection means has detected that the game ball has been won. A lottery means (game control device 30) that executes a lottery to determine whether or not the winning condition is satisfied, and a symbol change process in which the variable display device variably displays the symbol based on the lottery result by the lottery means and then stops the display. When the symbol control means (game control device 30) to be controlled and the lottery result of the lottery means are winning, the symbol control means causes the symbols to be variably displayed and then the predetermined winning symbols are stopped and displayed, and the game area 1a Set in In a gaming machine provided with special game execution means (game control device 30) for executing a special game that makes it easy to win a game ball using the special electric accessory (open / close door 26b, movable member 61b) When the occurrence of the consecutive winning that detects the plurality of game balls is detected by the detecting means within the time, the continuous winning notifying means (the effect control device 40) for notifying the occurrence of the consecutive winning is provided.

  Here, the variable display device may be a device that only displays a symbol, or a device that displays an effect in addition to the display of a symbol (for example, a liquid crystal display device). Further, “notifying the occurrence of continuous winnings” means displaying a specific image, notifying by sound, lamp, or the like.

  Therefore, the interest of the game can be improved by winning at the start winning opening. That is, it is possible to notify the player that a winning has been continuously generated, and to give the player a privilege for winning continuously, thereby improving the interest. In addition, by notifying the consecutive winnings, it is possible to give an impression that the winning frequency at the starting winning opening is high, so that the player can increase the willingness to continue the game with the gaming machine. The operating rate can be increased.

  Further, based on the detection of the game ball by the detection means (game control device 30), the start storage means (game control device) that stores the right to perform the lottery by the lottery means (game control device 30) as a start memory up to a predetermined number 30) and start memory display means (effect control device 40) for displaying the start memory stored in the start memory means, and the continuous winning notification means (effect control device 40) has detected the occurrence of the continuous winning. In this case, the display about the start memory related to the continuous winning by the start memory display means (production control device 40) is a specific display different from the display about the other start memories.

  Therefore, the interest of the game can be improved by winning at the start winning opening. That is, it is possible to reliably notify the player that a winning has been continuously generated, and to give a privilege to the player that the winning has been made continuously, thereby improving the interest. In addition, by notifying the consecutive winnings, it is possible to give an impression that the winning frequency at the starting winning opening is high, so that the player can increase the willingness to continue the game with the gaming machine. The operating rate can be increased.

  Next, a first modification of the gaming machine of the fifth embodiment described above will be described. Basically, it has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the above-described fifth embodiment, and hereinafter, the same reference numerals are given to portions having the same configuration, the description thereof is omitted, and mainly different. The part will be described. The gaming machine of this modification is configured to notify the winning probability based on the occurrence of consecutive winnings.

In the gaming machine of the present modification, the probabilistic state notification process shown in FIG. In this probability state notification process, first, a process of notifying the winning probability (step S311) when a continuous winning has occurred (step S300; Y) and in an unclear notification state (step S310; Y). Do. In the process of notifying the winning probability (step S311), a process of notifying the current winning probability in the manner described in the fourth embodiment, for example, is performed. That is, the effect control device 40 serves as a winning probability notification means for notifying the current winning probability based on detecting the occurrence of continuous winnings.

  From the above, on the condition that the lottery result of the lottery means (game control device 30) is a win, the win probability that the lottery result of the lottery means is a win based on the first win probability and the first win probability. The winning probability changing means (game control device 30) set to one of the second winning probabilities, which is a higher winning probability, the clear notification state for clearly informing the state of the winning probability, and the state of the winning probability are unclear An indistinct notification state for informing the user, a notification state setting means (game control device 30 and an effect control device 40) for setting any one of them, and a continuous winning notification means (effect control device 40) in the indistinct notification state. Winning probability notification means (production control device 40) for notifying the current winning probability based on the detection of the occurrence of.

  Here, “clearly informing the state of the winning probability” means whether the state is the state having the first winning probability (low probability) or the state having the second winning probability (high probability). As long as the person can recognize, it is not necessary to notify in detail up to the numerical value of the winning probability. In addition, even if it is not character information, it is determined whether the state is the state of the first winning probability (low probability) or the state of the second winning probability (high probability) by the background image or sound. As long as the person can recognize it. Further, “notifying the state of the winning probability indefinitely” includes not notifying information on the winning probability at all, or performing notification notifying the winning probability but not clearly.

  Therefore, the interest of the game can be improved by winning at the start winning opening. That is, it is possible to give the player a privilege for winning continuously and to improve the interest.

  In addition to notifying the winning probability as a privilege for winning consecutively, the start-up memory related to continuous winning may be continuously produced. Moreover, you may make it alert | report in advance the result of the start memory | storage concerning a continuous winning a prize as a reservation pre-reading notice.

  Next, a second modification of the gaming machine of the fifth embodiment described above will be described. In addition, basically, it has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the first modified example of the fifth embodiment described above, and hereinafter, the same reference numerals are given to portions having the same configuration, and the description is omitted. Then, mainly different parts will be described. The gaming machine of this modification is configured to notify the possibility of occurrence of a continuous winning.

  In the gaming machine of this modification, the configuration around the window portion 10a in which the liquid crystal display device 50 is arranged behind the center case 200 is configured as shown in FIGS. As shown in FIG. 56, the center portion of the center case 200 is a concave chamber 201 that is open on the front side and recessed rearward. A window portion 10a is formed in the innermost portion of the concave chamber 201, and the rear thereof. A liquid crystal display device 50 is provided. In the left side surface portion 232 of the center case 200, a first inflow port 251 of the first guide channel 250 that receives a game ball flowing down the adjacent game area 1 a and guides it into the center case 200, and a second guide channel 260. The second inlet 261 is provided. In the center case 200, the first rolling part 270, the first rolling part 270, and the second rolling part 260 roll the game balls guided in the center case 200 by the first guide channel 250 and the second guide channel 260. A second rolling part 280 and a third rolling part 290 are provided.

  The first guide channel 250 is a cylindrical channel through which a game ball can flow, and includes a first inflow port 251 that forms an inflow port on the left side surface 232 of the center case 200, and extends along the left side surface 232 from here. The liquid crystal display device 50 is formed so as to extend rearward and along the upper and right sides of the liquid crystal display device 50 facing the window portion 10a. The downstream end 252 of the first guide channel 250 is on the right end side of the liquid crystal display device 50 facing the window 10a, and the downstream end 252 has a plate-like first roll extending in the left-right direction. The left end of the moving part 270 is connected. Further, in the vicinity of the first inlet 251 in the first guide channel 250, first inflow detection means 253 for detecting a game ball flowing into the first guide channel 250 is provided. The game ball detection signal from the first inflow detection means 253 is input to the effect control device 40.

  The first rolling part 270 is an inclined surface whose upper surface is lowered leftward and forward. In addition, a blocking wall 271 for preventing the rolling game ball from flowing down to the right is erected substantially vertically at the right end portion of the first rolling portion 270. Most of the game balls that have flowed into the first rolling portion 270 flow downward from the left end of the first rolling portion 270, collide with the blocking wall 271, and flow downward.

  The second guide channel 260 is a cylindrical channel through which a game ball can flow, and includes a second inflow port 261 that forms an inflow port on the left side surface part 232 of the center case 200, and extends from here to the left side surface part 232. And is formed to extend rearward. The downstream end 262 of the second guide channel 260 is on the left end side of the liquid crystal display device 50 facing the window portion 10a, and the downstream end 262 has a guide path 264 to the second rolling unit 280. Connected. Further, in the vicinity of the second inlet 261 in the second guide channel 260, a second inflow detection means 263 for detecting a game ball flowing into the second guide channel 260 is provided. The game ball detection signal from the second inflow detection means 263 is input to the effect control device 40.

  The second rolling part 280 is provided in the third rolling part 290 that is the bottom surface of the concave chamber 201 so as to be positioned below the first rolling part 270. The distance between the rolling parts is wider than the diameter of the game ball. The second rolling part 280 has a circular dish shape, and is called a so-called croon. The upper surface is an inclined surface that goes down toward the center, and a game ball is placed in the lower part of the third rolling part. A communication hole 281 that flows down to 290 is formed. The game ball that has flowed into the second rolling part 280 via the guide path 264 gradually flows down to the center while circling, and then flows down from the communication hole 281 to the third rolling part 290. In addition, a guide portion 282 that guides the game ball flowing down from the first rolling portion 270 forward is formed at the center of the second rolling portion 280.

  The third rolling part 290 is a portion that forms the bottom surface of the concave chamber 201 and is a surface that is inclined forward, so that the inflowing game ball flows down to the game area 1 a below the center case 200. It has become.

  By having such a configuration, the game ball that has flowed down from the first rolling part 270 to the guiding part 282 of the second rolling part 280 as shown in FIG. It jumps upward due to the inclination and flows directly into the starting port 24 of FIG. Also, as shown in FIG. 56, the game ball that has flowed down from the first rolling part 270 to the guiding part 282 of the second rolling part 280 is positioned in front of the guiding part 282 in the second rolling part 280. When two hit the ball, the two game balls directly flow into the special figure 1 starting port 24 and a continuous winning is generated. In this way, the rolling mode of the game ball becomes diverse, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  And in the production | presentation control apparatus 40, when possibility that a continuous winning will generate | occur | produce with the game ball which flows down from a rolling part is high, predetermined alerting | reporting will be performed. In order to perform such notification, chance state notification processing shown in FIG. 58 is performed. In step S320, it is determined whether the input timings of the detection signals from the first inflow detection means 253 and the second inflow detection means 263 are likely to cause continuous winnings. If the input timings of the detection signals from the first inflow detection means 253 and the second inflow detection means 263 are likely to cause continuous winnings, the process proceeds to step S321.

  Here, there is a possibility that a continuous winning may occur, for example, when the game ball detected by the first inflow detection means 253 flows down from the first rolling part 270 to the second rolling part 280. This is a case where a game ball is detected by the first inflow detection means 253 and the second inflow detection means 263 at the timing at which the game ball detected by the inflow detection means 263 can collide, that is, as shown in FIG. This is a case where there is a possibility of becoming an aspect. In addition, after the game ball is detected by the first inflow detection unit 253, when the game ball is detected again by the first inflow detection unit 253 within the continuous winning validity period, or the game ball is detected by the second inflow detection unit 263. Thereafter, the game ball is detected again by the second inflow detection means 263 within the continuous winning validity period.

  In step S321, it is determined whether it is an obscured notification state, and if it is not an obscured notification state, the chance state notification process is terminated. In step S332, a process of notifying that there is a continuous winning chance state is performed. By this processing, for example, the character information “chance” is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 50 as shown in FIG.

  That is, when the production control device 40 detects the occurrence of continuous inflow in which a plurality of game balls are detected by the inflow detection means (first inflow detection means 253, second inflow detection means 263) within a predetermined time, Continuous inflow notifying means for notifying the occurrence of inflow is provided. In addition, when the production control device 40 detects the game ball by the first inflow detection unit 253 and the second inflow detection unit 263 at a predetermined timing, a detection timing notification that notifies that the predetermined timing has been reached. Make a means.

  In view of the above, it is provided above the start winning opening (Special Figure 1 starting opening 24, Special Figure 2 starting opening 25) so that the game ball can roll and flow down toward the start winning opening. A moving part (first rolling part 270, second rolling part 280) and a guiding channel (first guiding channel 250, which receives the game balls in the game area 1a where the game balls flow down and guides them to the rolling parts. A second guidance channel 260) and inflow detection means (first inflow detection means 253, second inflow detection means 263) for detecting a game ball flowing into the guidance channel, and a continuous winning notification means (effect control). The device 40) includes continuous inflow notification means (effect control device 40) for notifying the occurrence of continuous inflow when the occurrence of continuous inflow is detected by the inflow detection means within a predetermined time. It is characterized by that.

  Here, “notifying of the occurrence of continuous inflow” refers to display of a specific image, notification by sound, lamp, or the like.

  Therefore, the interest when continuously flowing into the guide channel can be improved, and the interest when winning continuously can be improved. In other words, if it continuously flows into the guide channel, there is a high possibility of winning continuously from the rolling part to the start winning opening, and the interest was increased from the previous stage where consecutive winnings were generated, and winning continuously. The interest in the case can be enhanced. In addition, by notifying the continuous inflow, it is possible to give an impression that the frequency of winning the starting prize opening through the rolling portion is high, so that the player is more motivated to continue the game with the gaming machine. Yes, the operating rate of the gaming machine can be increased.

  In addition, the rolling part is provided with a first rolling part 270 and a lower part than the first rolling part 270, and a second rolling part capable of inflow of game balls from the first rolling part 270. 280, and a game ball that has flowed down from the first rolling part 270 to the second rolling part 280 collides with a game ball that rolls on the second rolling part 280, and both of the game balls start a prize. It is possible to flow down toward the mouth (Special Figure 1 Start Port 24, Special Figure 2 Start Port 25), and the guide flow path includes a first guide flow path 250 for guiding the game ball to the first rolling part 270, and a first flow path. A second guide channel 260 for guiding the game ball to the second rolling part 280, and the inflow detection means includes a first inflow detection means 253 for detecting the game ball flowing into the first guide channel 250, and a first A second inflow detecting means 263 for detecting a game ball that has flowed into the two guide flow paths 260, and a continuous inflow notifying means (effect control device 40). Is a detection timing notification means (effect control device 40) for notifying that the predetermined timing has been reached when the detection of the game ball by the first inflow detection means 253 and the second inflow detection means 263 is at a predetermined timing. ), And the detection timing notification means detects the second inflow when the game ball detected by the first inflow detection means 253 flows from the first rolling part 270 to the second rolling part 280 as a predetermined timing. This means that notification is made when a game ball is detected by the first inflow detection means 253 and the second inflow detection means 263 at a timing when the game ball detected by the means 263 can collide.

  Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest when flowing into the two induction channels at a predetermined timing, and it is possible to improve the interest when winning continuously. In other words, if it flows into the two guide channels at a predetermined timing, there is a high possibility that a continuous winning from the rolling part to the start winning opening will be made, and the interest will be enhanced from the previous stage where consecutive winnings occur. If you win a prize, you can enhance the interest. In addition, by notifying the continuous inflow, it is possible to give an impression that the frequency of winning the starting prize opening through the rolling portion is high, so that the player is more motivated to continue the game with the gaming machine. Yes, the operating rate of the gaming machine can be increased.

  In addition, the rolling parts (first rolling part 270, second rolling part 280) are positioned in front of or below the variable display device (liquid crystal display device 50), and the first guide channel 250 is provided in the variable display device. A game ball flowing down the game area 1a adjacent to one side is received, the game ball is guided to the end of the first rolling unit 270 located on the other side of the variable display device, and the second guide channel 260 is guided. Accepts the game ball flowing down the game area 1a adjacent to one side of the variable display device, and guides the game ball to the end located on one side of the variable display device in the second rolling unit 280. It becomes that.

  Therefore, the display on the variable display device and the rolling of the game ball on the rolling unit can be seen simultaneously. Moreover, the interest at the time of flowing into the two induction channels at a predetermined timing can be improved, and the interest when winning continuously can be improved. In other words, the length of the path can be greatly different between the two guide passages, and two game balls that have flowed into the guide passage at a predetermined timing that is not at the same time collide with each other at the rolling part and enter the starting prize opening. It can be a highly interesting rolling aspect of flowing down.

  In the fifth embodiment, the configuration of each modification described above and the configuration of the fifth embodiment can be applied in combination in a single gaming machine. Furthermore, the configurations of the modified examples can be applied in combination in a single gaming machine. Furthermore, the configuration shown in the fifth embodiment and the modifications of the fifth embodiment, the configuration described above, and the configurations of the first to fourth embodiments and the modifications of the embodiments are one game. It is possible to apply in combination in the machine.

  Next, the gaming machine of the sixth embodiment described above will be described. In addition, basically, it has the same configuration as the gaming machine of the first embodiment described above, and hereinafter, the same reference numerals are given to portions having the same configuration, description thereof is omitted, and mainly different. The part will be described. The gaming machine of the present embodiment can change a variation pattern table for determining the execution mode of the special figure variation display game with a big hit or a small win.

  60 and 62 are explanatory diagrams illustrating an example of a variation pattern determination table according to the sixth embodiment. FIG. 61 is an explanatory diagram illustrating an example of a variation display game according to the variation pattern determination table illustrated in FIG. . The variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 60 is referred to in the special diagram variation start process (step S124 or S126 in FIG. 7), and is extracted and stored in step S111 in FIG. : 1 to 100) are used to determine which fluctuation pattern (fluctuation time) corresponds.

  In the variation pattern determination table 1 shown in FIG. 60A, when the variation pattern determination random number is 1 to 30, a variation pattern with a variation time of 10 seconds is selected (selection rate 30%), and the variation pattern determination random number is selected. Is a variation pattern with a variation time of 15 seconds (selection rate 10%), and when the variation pattern determination random number is 41 to 50, a variation pattern with a variation time of 30 seconds is selected. (Selectivity 10%). Although not shown, when the variation pattern determining random number is 51 to 51, a variation pattern having a variation time longer than 30 seconds is selected. Hereinafter, the effect mode in which the variation pattern is determined in accordance with the variation pattern determination table 1 shown in FIG.

  Here, the variation pattern having a variation time of 10 seconds is, for example, a pattern in which three symbols are stopped and displayed one by one at a predetermined time interval on the liquid crystal display device 50, so-called no reach / losing, normal reach / losing. Or, it is either normal reach / win (see FIGS. 61A and 62). The fluctuation pattern with a fluctuating time of 15 seconds is, for example, that the two symbols on the left and right are stopped and displayed one by one at predetermined time intervals in the liquid crystal display device 50, and a reach pattern occurs. This is a pattern that is stopped and displayed, and is either so-called long reach / losing or long reach / winning. In the liquid crystal display device 50, for example, the left and right symbols are stopped and displayed one by one at a predetermined time interval and a reach pattern occurs, and the middle symbol fluctuates longer than in the long reach. This is a pattern that is stopped and displayed (often accompanied by a flashy effect display), and is either so-called super reach / losing or super reach / win.

  In the variation pattern determination table 2 shown in FIG. 60B, when the variation pattern determination random number is 1 to 90, a variation pattern with a variation time of 3 seconds is selected (selection rate 90%), and the variation pattern determination random number is selected. Is a variation pattern with a variation time of 15 seconds (selectivity 1%), and when the variation pattern determination random number is 92, a variation pattern with a variation time of 30 seconds is selected (selectivity 1%). ). Although not shown in the figure, when the random number for determining the variation pattern is 93 to, a variation pattern having a variation time longer than 30 seconds is selected. Hereinafter, the effect mode in which the variation pattern is determined in accordance with the variation pattern determination table 2 shown in FIG. Here, the variation pattern with a variation time of 3 seconds is a pattern in which, for example, after the three symbols have changed for a predetermined time on the liquid crystal display device 50, the three symbols are simultaneously stopped and displayed regardless of the lottery result per special figure. Yes (see FIG. 61 (b)). The fluctuation pattern with a fluctuation time of 15 seconds and 30 seconds is the same as in the normal mode. In the beckoning cat mode, the reach development rate is lower than in the normal mode, and a short variation pattern is selected with a high probability, so that the variation display game is digested in a short time. In addition, after the probable big hit, the beckoning cat mode is always entered.

  In the variation pattern determination table 3 shown in FIG. 60C, when the variation pattern determination random number is 1 to 90, a variation pattern with a variation time of 10 seconds is selected (selection rate 90%), and the variation pattern determination random number is selected. Is a variation pattern with a variation time of 15 seconds (selectivity 1%), and when the variation pattern determination random number is 92, a variation pattern with a variation time of 30 seconds is selected (selectivity 1%). ). Although not shown in the figure, when the random number for determining the variation pattern is 93 to, a variation pattern having a variation time longer than 30 seconds is selected. Hereinafter, the effect mode in which the variation pattern is determined according to the variation pattern determination table 3 shown in FIG. Here, the variation patterns with the variation times of 10 seconds, 15 seconds, and 30 seconds are all the same as in the normal mode. In this Ebsan mode, since the reach development rate is lower than in the normal mode, the variable display game is indifferently digested.

  Note that the variation pattern determination tables 1 to 3 shown in FIG. 60 are referred to when a lottery per special figure is lost, and another variation pattern is determined when a big or small win is won in the lottery per special drawing. Make sure the table is referenced. FIG. 62 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a variation pattern determination table that is referred to when a lottery per special drawing is won in the normal mode. 62, the fluctuation pattern determination table for the special figure is longer than the fluctuation pattern determination table 1 (FIG. 60 (a)) that is referred to when the special figure is not selected. The proportion that becomes larger. In other words, it can be said that the table has a high reach rate and reach development rate. In this way, when a lottery per special drawing is won, a variation display game with a long variation pattern is likely to occur, and the player's expectation increases when the variation display game with a long variation pattern is executed Like to do. Similarly, the variation pattern determination table referred to when the lottery per special figure is won in the beckoning cat mode or the Ebetsu mode is also set so that the ratio of the long fluctuation pattern is larger than that at the time of special figure loss. As shown in FIG. 60, in the beckoning cat mode and the Ebezsan mode, there is a low possibility of a long fluctuation pattern when a special figure is lost. A feeling increases further.

  FIG. 63 is a flowchart showing an example of a change pattern determination table changing process executed when a big win or a small win is won in the lottery per special drawing. This process is performed in the jackpot end process (step S138 in FIG. 7). In step S401 in FIG. 63, it is determined whether or not the hit is a big hit. Then, when it is determined that the jackpot is big, the big hit table changing process is executed (step S402), and when it is judged that the jackpot is not big, the small hit table changing process is executed (step S403).

  The big hit table changing process of step S402 is executed according to the flowchart shown in FIG. That is, in step S411 of FIG. 64, it is determined whether or not the jackpot is a hit with electric support (No. 2, 3, 5 to 8 in FIG. 9). If it is determined that the electric support is provided, the process proceeds to step S413. If it is determined that the electric support is not provided (No. 1, 4 in FIG. 9), the process proceeds to step S412. In step S412, it is determined whether the jackpot is a probable hit. Then, if it is determined that the probability change is (No. 4 in FIG. 9), the process proceeds to step S413, and if it is determined not to be a probability change (No. 1 in FIG. 9), the process proceeds to step S414. In step S413, the variation pattern determination table 2 is set. In step S414, a table determination random number is extracted. In step S415, a variation pattern determination table set based on the extracted table determination random number is determined. The process branches according to the determination result, and the variation pattern determination table 2 is set in step S416, or the variation pattern determination table 3 is set in step S417.

  Therefore, when a big win is won in the lottery per special figure, the beckoning cat mode is surely given if there is an electric support or a probable change, and if it is a normal win (no electric support), the beckoning cat mode or the Ebetsu mode is selected by lottery.

  The small hitting table changing process in step S403 of FIG. 63 is executed according to the flowchart shown in FIG. That is, in step S421 in FIG. 65, a table determination random number is extracted. In step S422, a variation pattern determination table to be set is determined based on the extracted table determination random number. The process branches according to the determination result, and the variation pattern determination table 1 is set in step S423, the variation pattern determination table 2 is set in step S424, or the variation pattern determination table 3 is set in step S425. To do. In other words, when a small win is won in the lottery per special drawing, a normal mode, a beckoning cat mode, or an Ebezsan mode is selected by lottery. Note that when the player wins a small win in the state with the electric support (the beckoning cat mode), the beckoning cat mode may be continued without a lottery.

  When the variation pattern determination table after the big hit or the small hit is set by the variation pattern determination table changing process of FIGS. The command is set as an effect control command. The effect control device 40 executes an effect display for notifying the effect mode of the transition destination based on the transition destination mode command.

  FIG. 66 is a screen display showing an example of mode transition when a small hit occurs in the normal mode. There is a possibility that the beckoning cat mode may shift when a big win or a small win is won in the lottery per special drawing. FIG. 66 shows a case where a small win is won, but the same screen display is made when a win is made per 2R. In the normal mode, the special figure variation display game is executed according to the variation pattern determined with reference to the hit variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. At this time, if the winning per lottery is won per 2R or small hits, as shown in FIG. Then, as shown in FIG. 66 (b), the “small” symbol indicating that it is per 2R or small hit is stopped on the middle symbol, and per 2R or small hit is determined. The player cannot recognize which of the winners has been won from the result mode of the special figure variation display game.

  In FIG. 66 (c), it is notified that the middle symbol has changed from “small” to “beckoning cat” symbol and the rushing cat mode is entered. After the next special figure variation display game, the variation pattern is determined with reference to the variation pattern determination table 2. As shown in FIG. 66 (d), in the beckoning cat mode, the image of the beckoning cat occupies most of the display area, and the special figure variation display game is displayed small in the upper left corner. Since the variation pattern is determined with reference to the variation pattern determination table 2, the result mode is stopped and displayed after a short variation display of 3 seconds in most special figure variation display games. In addition, when the first hit is per 2R probability change (with electric support), electric support is given, and when the first hit is per 2R probability change (without electric support) or small hit, no electric support is given.

As described above, the variation pattern setting means (game control device 30) provided in the gaming machine 100 is a variation pattern determination table (any one of the variation pattern determination tables 1, 2 and 3) in which a plurality of variation patterns are set. , The variation pattern corresponding to the variation pattern determination random value acquired in connection with the establishment of the predetermined condition (for example, start winning) is determined from the plurality of variation patterns. Then, based on the fact that the small profit is given to the player by the small profit granting means (game control device 30) (occurrence of small hit), the variation pattern determination table to be referred to is changed.

  According to the gaming machine 100 according to the sixth embodiment, not only the variation pattern determination table is changed when the jackpot end or the electric support end is triggered, but the variation pattern determination table is changed when the small hit is triggered. It is possible to provide a variable display game that is rich in changes during normal games.

  In particular, the variation pattern setting means (game control device 30) determines the variation pattern determination table to be referred to as the second game based on the fact that the small profit is given to the player by the small profit granting means (occurrence of a small hit). It can be changed to the second variation pattern determination table (variation pattern determination table 2) that is the same as the first variation pattern determination table referred to in the state (probability variation state). That is, it is possible to shift to the beckoning cat mode that shifts when a probability hit occurs, even when a small hit occurs. Here, the “second variation pattern determination table that is the same as the first variation pattern determination table” is not limited to the completely same case, but the variation time and the selectivity are partially different. Also included is a table where the special figure variation display game cannot be distinguished from the experience.

  In a variation display game in a conventional gaming machine, the variation time in the probability variation state is set shorter than the variation time in the normal state, and different effect display is performed. However, since the probability change state is not frequently changed, the player rarely sees the change display game that is being changed. Moreover, since the jackpot probability is set to be high in the probability variation state, the next jackpot may occur immediately and the normal state may be entered. That is, the player can rarely enjoy the fluctuation display game that is being changed. On the other hand, according to the gaming machine 100 according to the sixth embodiment, when the small hit occurs, the player may shift to the beckoning cat mode. It is possible to enjoy a variation display game with a variation pattern during probability variation (a production mode during probability variation). In addition, by making it possible to shift to the beckoning cat mode when a small hit occurs, it is possible to cause the player to expect that the probability state after the small hit is in a probabilistic state.

  FIG. 67 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a symbol sequence in the special figure variation display game. In the normal mode or the Ebetsu-san mode, as shown in FIG. 67 (a), a special figure variation display game with seven types of identification symbols “1” to “7” is executed. On the other hand, in the beckoning cat mode, as shown in FIG. 67 (b), a special figure variation display game with three types of identification symbols “1” to “3” is executed.

  As described above, the variation pattern setting means (game control device 30) included in the gaming machine 100 determines the variation pattern to be referenced based on the fact that the small profit is given to the player by the small profit granting means (occurrence of a small hit). When the table is changed to the second variation pattern determination table (the beckoning cat mode referring to the variation pattern determination table 2), the variation display means (the effect control device 40 and the liquid crystal display device 50) varies in the variation display game. The number of symbols in the symbol row to be reduced is reduced (in FIG. 67, 7 types → 3 types). This not only changes to the same variation pattern determination table as the probability variation state when a small hit occurs, but also reduces the number of symbols in the symbol sequence to be variably displayed, making it easier for the player to expect the probability variation state. .

  FIG. 68 is a flowchart showing an example of the change pattern determination table changing process at the time of starting winning. This process is executed in, for example, step S105 or step S111 in FIG. That is, in the sixth embodiment, the variation pattern determination table is changed at the time of starting winning. In step S441 in FIG. 68, it is determined whether or not a lottery per special figure related to the start memory generated by the start winning is won. If it is determined that the lottery per special figure is won, the process proceeds to step S442, and if it is determined that the lottery per special figure is not won, the process is terminated. In step S442, it is determined whether the hit is per 2R or small hit. If it is determined that 2R or small hit, the process proceeds to step S443. If it is determined that 2R or small hit (that is, per 15R), the process is terminated. In step S443, the variation pattern determination table 2 is set. In place of the variation pattern determination table 2 shown in FIG. 60, a variation pattern determination table with a short variation time (for example, a table in which the variation time is 3 seconds regardless of the random value) is provided. Also good.

  In the variation display game related to the start memory (hold) before the winning, the variation pattern is determined with reference to the variation pattern determination table 2, so that the variation pattern of 3 seconds is easily selected, and the time is short. The result mode will be displayed. In other words, the pre-reading advance notice is performed by executing the variable display game for the amount that is on hold in a short time. At the end of 2R hit or small hit, the change pattern determination table changing process is executed again in the big hit end process (see FIG. 63).

  As described above, when the lottery result is per second (per 2R) or small hit, the variation pattern setting means (game control device 30) included in the gaming machine 100 can select a variation pattern determination table to be referred to at that time. Change to a third variation pattern determination table (for example, variation pattern setting table 2) having a relatively short variation time. As a result, a low-value hit per 2R or small hit per 15R is generated in a short time without accompanying a long-time effect, and a transition is quickly made to an effect mode that expects a probable change state thereafter. It is possible to effectively reduce the player's disappointment with respect to not being around 15R.

[Modification of Sixth Embodiment]
In the modification, the small hitting table changing process in step S403 in FIG. 63 is executed according to the flowchart shown in FIG. That is, in step S431 in FIG. 69, it is determined whether or not a button operation (operation of the effect button 157) has been performed by the player based on an input from the effect button sensor 157a. If it is determined that there is a button operation, the process proceeds to step S432, and if it is determined that there is no button operation, the process proceeds to step S435. In step S432, it is determined whether the operation is a selection operation in the beckoning cat mode or an Ebetsu mode. Specifically, the effect mode selected on the liquid crystal display device 50 when the effect button 157 is operated is determined as the effect mode selected as the transition destination. If it is determined that the operation is the beckoning cat mode selection operation, the variation pattern determination table 2 is set in step S433. If it is determined that the operation is the Ebezsan mode selection operation, the variation pattern determination table 3 is set in step S434. To do. In other words, when a special winning lottery is won, a beckoning cat mode or an Ebetsu mode is set by a mode selection operation by the player. On the other hand, in step S435, the small hitting table changing process 1 similar to that in FIG.

  FIG. 70 is a screen display showing another example of mode transition when a small hit occurs in the normal mode. In the normal mode, the special figure variation display game is executed according to the variation pattern determined with reference to the hit variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. At this time, if a special winning lottery is won, a reach of “7” is formed by the left and right symbols as shown in FIG. Then, as shown in FIG. 70 (b), the “small” symbol indicating that the medium symbol is a small hit is stopped and displayed, and the small hit is determined.

  As shown in FIG. 70 (c), the mode selection screen is displayed at the end of the small hit, and the button operation is prompted to select the transition destination production mode within a predetermined time. On this mode selection screen, for example, cursors indicating the respective transition destinations are alternately selected and displayed at predetermined time intervals. In FIG. 70 (c), the cursor for shifting to the Ebesan mode is shaded and selected. Then, when the player depresses the effect button 157 in a state where the desired transfer destination mode is selected, the effect mode is determined as the transfer destination mode. When the beckoning cat mode is selected, as shown in FIG. 70 (d), the image of the beckoning cat occupies most of the display area, and the special figure variation display game is displayed small in the upper left corner. Since the variation pattern is determined with reference to the variation pattern determination table 2, the result mode is stopped and displayed after a short variation display of 3 seconds in most special figure variation display games. On the other hand, when the Ebetsu mode is selected, as shown in FIG. 70 (e), the image of Ebisu occupies most of the display area, and the special figure variation display game is displayed in a small size in the upper left corner. Since the variation pattern is determined with reference to the variation pattern determination table 3, the result mode is stopped and displayed through a normal variation display of 10 seconds without developing more than the long reach in most special figure variation display games. It will be. In addition, in the mode selection screen at the end of the small hit shown in FIG. 70 (c), if there is no button operation within a predetermined time, it is determined that there is no button operation, and a normal mode, a beckoning cat mode or an Ebsan mode is selected by lottery. . Or you may make it transfer to the mode (for example, normal mode) set beforehand.

  As described above, the gaming machine 100 includes an operation unit (effect button 157) for allowing the player to select a variation pattern determination table to be referred to on the front side of the gaming machine, and the variation pattern setting means (game control device 30) includes When the small profit is given to the player by the small profit granting means (when the small hit occurs), the variation pattern determination table to be referred to is set based on the input from the operation unit.

  Conventionally, there is a gaming machine that changes the effect mode on the effect display by causing the player to operate the effect button, but the actual change pattern (change time) is not changed. On the other hand, in the gaming machine 100 according to the modified example, at the end of the small hit, the player is made to select the transition destination production mode, and for the variation pattern determination to be referred to in the subsequent special figure variation display game according to the selection operation. Since the tail is actually changed, the player can change the production mode (fluctuation pattern determination table) by his / her own intention, and can create a new game characteristic that has never existed before.

[Seventh Embodiment]
In the seventh embodiment, when a lottery with special support is won in the lottery per special figure, the variation pattern is determined with a variation time shorter than the variation pattern determination table 2 (beckoning cat mode) in the sixth embodiment. The table can be changed. The basic configuration of the gaming machine according to the seventh embodiment is the same as that of the gaming machine 100 according to the sixth embodiment.

  FIG. 71 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a variation pattern determination table according to the seventh embodiment. The variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 71 is referred to in the special diagram variation start process (step S124 or S126 in FIG. 7), and the variation pattern determination random number (random number value) extracted and stored in step S111 in FIG. : 1 to 100) are used to determine which fluctuation pattern (fluctuation time) corresponds. 71. The variation pattern determination tables 1 to 3 shown in FIGS. 71A to 71C are the same as the variation pattern determination table (see FIG. 60) described in the sixth embodiment, and the variations shown in FIG. The pattern determination table 4 is a variation pattern determination table unique to the seventh embodiment.

  In the variation pattern determination table 4 shown in FIG. 71D, when the variation pattern determination random number is 1 to 90, a variation pattern with a variation time of 1 second is selected (selection rate 90%), and the variation pattern determination random number is selected. Is a variation pattern with a variation time of 15 seconds (selectivity 1%), and when the variation pattern determination random number is 92, a variation pattern with a variation time of 30 seconds is selected (selectivity 1%). ). Although not shown in the figure, when the random number for determining the variation pattern is 93 to, a variation pattern having a variation time longer than 30 seconds is selected. Hereinafter, the effect mode in which the variation pattern is determined according to the variation pattern determination table 4 shown in FIG. Here, the variation pattern with a variation time of 1 second is a pattern in which, for example, after the three symbols fluctuate for a predetermined time on the liquid crystal display device 50, the three symbols are stopped and displayed at the same time regardless of the lottery result per special diagram. is there. The fluctuation pattern with a fluctuation time of 15 seconds and 30 seconds is the same as in the normal mode. In the ultra-short mode, the reach development rate is lower than in the normal mode, and even shorter variation patterns than the beckoning cat mode are selected with a high probability, so the variation display game is indefinitely very short. It will be digested. In addition, after winning a jackpot with electric support other than in the super-short mode, or after winning a 15R jackpot in the super-short mode, the mode is shifted to the super-short mode.

  As in the sixth embodiment, the variation pattern determination tables 1 to 4 shown in FIG. 71 are referred to when the lottery per special drawing is lost, and the big win or the small win is won in the lottery per special drawing. In this case, another variation pattern determination table is referred to.

  The variation pattern determination table changing process in the seventh embodiment is performed according to the flowchart shown in FIG. 62 as in the sixth embodiment. However, the big hit table changing process in step S402 in FIG. 62 is executed according to the flowchart in FIG. 72, and the small hitting table changing process in step S403 is executed in accordance with the flowchart in FIG.

  FIG. 72 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the jackpot table changing process according to the seventh embodiment. In step S501 of FIG. 72, it is determined whether or not the current performance mode that has been a big hit in the lottery per special drawing is the super-short time mode. If it is determined that the mode is the super-short-time mode, the process proceeds to step S502. If it is determined that the mode is not the super-short-time mode (any one of the normal mode, the beckoning cat mode, and the Ebez-san mode), the process proceeds to step S506. In step S502, it is determined whether or not the jackpot is a hit with electric support (No. 2, 3, 5 to 8 in FIG. 9). If it is determined that the electric support is provided, the process proceeds to step S503. If it is determined that the electric support is not provided (No. 1, 4 in FIG. 9), the process proceeds to step S507. In step S503, it is determined whether or not the jackpot is per 2R (Nos. 2, 5, and 7 in FIG. 9). If it is determined that it is per 2R, the process proceeds to step S504, and if it is determined that it is not per 2R (No. 3, 6, 8 in FIG. 9), the process proceeds to step S505. In step S504, the variation pattern determination table 2 is set. In step S505, the variation pattern determination table 4 is set. That is, if the player wins with 2R electric support in the super-short mode, the beckoning cat mode, which is the normal time-short mode, is selected.

  In step S506, it is determined whether or not there is a power support. Then, if it is determined that the electric support is provided (No. 2, 3, 5 to 8 in FIG. 9), the process proceeds to step S505 to set the variation pattern determination table 4, and the electric support is not provided (FIG. 9). 9 No. 1, 4), the process proceeds to step S507. In step S507, it is determined whether or not the jackpot is a probable hit. Then, if it is determined that the probability change is (No. 4 in FIG. 9), the process proceeds to step S508, and if it is determined not to be a probability change (No. 1 in FIG. 9), the process proceeds to step S509. In step S508, the variation pattern determination table 2 is set. In step S509, a table determination random number is extracted. In step S510, a variation pattern determination table set based on the extracted table determination random number is determined. The process branches according to the determination result, and the variation pattern determination table 2 is set in step S511, or the variation pattern determination table 3 is set in step S512. In other words, in modes other than the super-short-time mode, if you win with a power support, you will be in a super-short-time mode, if you win a positive change (no power support), you will be a beckoning cat mode, and you won a normal (no power support) In some cases, the lucky cat mode or the Ebetsu mode is selected by lottery.

  FIG. 73 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the small hitting table changing process according to the seventh embodiment. In step S521 of FIG. 73, it is determined whether or not the current performance mode that has been a small hit in the special drawing lottery is the super-short time mode. If it is determined that the mode is the super-short time mode, the process proceeds to step S527 and the variation pattern determination table 2 is set. The process proceeds to step S522. In step S522, a table determination random number is extracted. In step S523, the set variation pattern determination table is determined based on the extracted table determination random number. The process branches according to the determination result, and the variation pattern determination table 1 is set in step S524, the variation pattern determination table 2 is set in step S525, or the variation pattern determination table 3 is set in step S526. To do. In other words, when the player wins a small hit in the super-short time mode, the beckoning cat mode, which is the normal short time mode, is set. On the other hand, when a win is made in a mode other than the super-short-time mode, a normal mode, a beckoning cat mode, or an Ebezsan mode is selected by lottery. In addition, when a small win is won in the beckoning cat mode, the beckoning cat mode may be continued without lottery.

  Thus, the variation pattern setting means (game control device 30) included in the gaming machine 100 according to the seventh embodiment refers to the variation pattern determination table in which a plurality of variation patterns are set, and the predetermined condition is satisfied ( The variation pattern corresponding to the random number value for variation pattern determination acquired in association with the start prize is determined from a plurality of variation patterns. For determining a variation pattern to be referred to when a lottery result is a first hit (per 15R) or a second hit (per 2R) in a mode other than the super-short-time mode and an electric support state is generated by the electric support control means. The table is changed to a first variation pattern determination table (variation pattern determination table 4) in which the first variation pattern (for example, variation time 1 second) is selected with high probability. In addition, when the lottery result becomes the second hit or small hit in the electric support state (super time mode) in which the first variation pattern determination table is referenced, and the electric support state is continued by the electric support control means, As the reference variation pattern determination table, a second variation pattern determination table (variation pattern determination table 2) in which a second variation pattern longer than the first variation pattern (for example, variation time 3 seconds) is selected with high probability. Change to That is, when 2R or small hits occur in the super-short time mode, the variation pattern determination table in which the variation time is set longer than the variation pattern determination table referred to in the super-short time mode is referred to. It has become.

  Further, the change display instructing means (game control device 30) provided in the gaming machine 100 changes the change display game (special figure 2 change display game) according to the change pattern related to the second start memory to the change pattern related to the first start memory. It is instructed to run preferentially over the variable display game (special figure 1 variable display game), and the lottery means that the lottery based on the second starting right is the first winning (15R) than the lottery based on the first starting right. It is configured so that the percentage of winning will be larger.

  According to the gaming machine 100 according to the seventh embodiment, since the variation pattern determination table is changed in response to the hit with the electric support, the variation display game rich in variation can be provided even during the normal game. In the ultra-short time mode, it is difficult to maintain the special figure 2 starting memory, and the special figure 1 fluctuation display game and the special figure 2 fluctuation display game are executed evenly. It is a game that is rich in change without being biased to win. In addition, even if the game is continued with patience during the toilet break, the special figure 2 variable display game cannot always be maintained, so that the player can easily stop the game. Furthermore, in the super-short time mode, when the winning value is lower than 15R, such as 2R or small hit, it shifts to the normal time-short mode (beckoning cat mode), so the special figure 2 starting memory is maintained. This makes it easier to win per 15R. Therefore, it is possible to effectively reduce the player's disappointment that the player did not hit 15R.

  In the above description, in the super-short-time mode, the variation pattern related to the special figure 1 start memory and the variation pattern related to the special figure 2 start memory are referred to the same variation pattern determination table 4. The decision table can be set separately. For example, the fluctuation pattern related to the special figure 2 start memory is determined with reference to the fluctuation pattern determination table 4, and the fluctuation pattern related to the special figure 1 start memory is determined with reference to the fluctuation pattern determination table 2. To do.

  That is, in the variation pattern setting means (game control device 30) provided in the gaming machine 100, the lottery result becomes the first hit (per 15R) or the second hit (per 2R), and the electric support state is generated by the electric support control means. The variation pattern determination table to be referred to for determining the variation pattern related to the second startup memory is changed to the first variation pattern determination table (variation pattern determination table 4) and The variation pattern determination table referred to for determining such a variation pattern is changed to a second variation pattern determination table (variation pattern determination table 2). Then, in the electric support state (super short mode) in which the first variation pattern determination table is referenced, the lottery result is the second hit or the small hit, and the electric support state is continued by the electric support control means. 2. Change the variation pattern determination table to be referred to in order to determine the variation pattern related to the start-up memory to the second variation pattern determination table. As a result, it is possible to prevent the situation that the variable display game is not executed on the liquid crystal display device 50 because the special figure 2 start memory as well as the special figure 2 start memory is digested at an early stage.

  In addition, according to the flowchart of FIG. 72, when the winning is made per 15R in the super-short time mode (“NO” in step S503), the super-short time mode is continued. When it becomes, you may make it transfer to normal time-saving mode (beckoning cat mode). Also, for example, regardless of whether or not it is in the super-short-time mode, when the special figure 1 fluctuation display game or the special figure 2 fluctuation display game is won per 15R probability change (with electric support until the next jackpot) (for example, “777” is the result) (Displayed as a mode) may be a normal time-saving mode.

  FIG. 74 is a flowchart showing an example of the change pattern determination table changing process at the time of starting winning. This process is executed in, for example, step S105 or step S111 in FIG. That is, in the seventh embodiment, the variation pattern determination table is changed at the time of start winning. In step S531 of FIG. 74, it is determined whether or not the lottery per special figure related to the start memory generated by the start winning is won. When it is determined that the lottery per special drawing is won, the process proceeds to step S532, and when it is determined that the lottery per special drawing is not won, the processing is terminated. In step S532, it is determined whether or not the current performance mode that has been won (including the small win) in the lottery per special drawing is the super-short time mode. If it is determined that the mode is the super-short time mode, the process proceeds to step S533, and if it is determined that the mode is not the super-short time mode (any one of the normal mode, the beckoning cat mode, and the Ebez-san mode), the process ends. In step S533, the variation pattern determination table 2 is set. In place of the variation pattern determination table 2 shown in FIG. 71, a variation pattern determination table having a short variation time (for example, a table in which the variation time is 3 seconds regardless of the random value) is provided. Also good.

  In the variation display game related to the start memory (hold) before the winning, the variation pattern is determined with reference to the variation pattern determination table 2, so that the variation pattern of 3 seconds is easily selected, and 1 second. The fluctuation time is obviously longer than that of the fluctuation display game executed so far according to the fluctuation pattern. In other words, the pre-reading advance notice is performed by setting the variable display game for the amount held for a short time to a time longer than that. At the end of winning, the variation pattern determining table changing process is executed again in the jackpot ending process (see FIGS. 63, 72, and 73).

  As described above, the lottery means (game control device 30) included in the gaming machine 100 executes a lottery at the time of starting winning (pre-reading), and the variation pattern setting means (game control device 30) is the first variation pattern determination table. When the lottery result is per 1st (per 15R), 2nd (per 2R) or small hits in the power support state (super-short time mode referring to the variation pattern determination table 4), At that time, the variation pattern determination table to be referred to is changed to the second variation pattern determination table (variation pattern determination table 2). As a result, the fluctuation time of the fluctuation display game is obviously extended, so that it is possible to notify the player that the lottery per special figure has been won as a pre-reading notice. Further, since the possibility that the special figure 2 start memory can be increased before the hit occurs is increased, it is advantageous for the player.

  FIG. 75 is a flowchart illustrating another example of the change pattern determination table changing process. This process is executed by, for example, a special figure routine process (step S122 in FIG. 7). That is, in the seventh embodiment, the variation pattern determination table is changed when a considerable number of variation display games are executed in the super-short time mode. In step S541 in FIG. 75, it is determined whether or not the current effect mode is the super-short time mode. If it is determined that the mode is the super-short time mode, the process proceeds to step S542. If it is determined that the mode is not the super-short time mode (any one of the normal mode, the beckoning cat mode, and the Ebez-san mode), the process ends. In step S542, it is determined whether the number of games executed in the super-short time mode has exceeded 50 games. If it is determined that the number of games executed in the super-short time mode exceeds 50 games, the process proceeds to step S543. If it is determined that the number of games does not exceed 50 games, the process ends. In step S543, the variation pattern determination table 2 is set.

  In this way, the variation pattern setting means (game control device 30) provided in the gaming machine 100 is in a power support state in which the first variation pattern determination table is referred to (super-short mode in which the variation pattern determination table 4 is referenced). , The reference variation pattern determination table is changed to the second variation pattern determination table based on the execution of a predetermined number (for example, 50 games) of the variation display game (see variation pattern determination table 2). To shift to beckoning cat mode). As a result, even if it is not won per 2R or small hit in the super-short time mode, the mode is switched to the normal electric support state (beckoning cat mode). FIG. 1 start memory or special figure 2 start memory is digested early, and the player's anxiety and distrust about the situation that the variable display game is not executed on the liquid crystal display device 50 occurs, and a sense of security is given. be able to.

  Further, in the seventh embodiment, in the super-short time mode, the special figure 2 start-up memory is easily increased by opening the movable members 25b, 25b for a long time when winning is made per normal figure. That is, the electric support control means (game control device 30) provided in the gaming machine 100 refers to the second variation pattern determination table in the electric support state (super-short mode) in which the first variation pattern determination table is referenced. The opening time of the movable members (25b, 25b) is made longer than the electric support state (beckoning cat mode). As a result, despite the fact that it is advantageous for the player in the electric support state, the special figure 1 start memory or the special figure 2 start memory is digested early, and the variable display game is not executed on the liquid crystal display device 50. The player's anxiety and distrust of the situation can be eliminated and a sense of security can be given.

  As described above, when the variable display game is digested in the super-short time mode in the gaming machine 100 according to the seventh embodiment, a situation may occur if the variable display game is not executed on the liquid crystal display device 50. Therefore, when such a situation occurs, a premium apology image is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 50 also as an apology. FIG. 76 is a timing chart when a premium apology image is displayed. As shown in FIG. 76, the special figure fluctuation display game is executed in accordance with the special figure 1 start prize or the special figure 2 start prize (timing t1). When the special figure variation display game is finished, if there is neither special figure 1 start memory nor special figure 2 start memory, a premium apology image is displayed on the liquid crystal display device 50 (timing t2). Thereafter, the premium apology image is not displayed with the special figure 1 start prize or the special figure 2 start prize, and the special figure variation display game is executed (timing t3). FIG. 77 is an example of a screen showing an example of a premium apology image. In the example of the screen shown in FIG. 77, “high probability confirmed!” Is highlighted in the text display of “may be high probability?” “High possibility of high probability” “high probability confirmed!”. By this display, the player can know that the current probability state is the probability variation state. As the premium apology image, various forms such as a step-by-step notification of a text display “high probability state at a rate of XX%” every time the special figure variation display game is interrupted are conceivable.

In this way, the gaming machine 100 can be used when a situation occurs in which the variation display game is not executed by the variation display means in the power support state (super low speed mode) in which the first variation pattern determination table is referenced. Informing means (game control device 30, effect control device 40, liquid crystal display device 50) for notifying information that is advantageous to the user (for example, information on the probability state) is provided.
Thereby, it is possible to prevent the player from feeling dissatisfied with the fact that the special figure variation display game is not executed even for a short time.

[Eighth Embodiment]
In FIG. 11, the transition destination state indicated by the dotted line, that is, the normal state D after the end of the small hit, the normal state D after the end of the 2R normal hit (no electric support), the probability change state E after the end of the 2R probability change (no electric support) Then, it becomes the unclear stage 1 (refer FIG.12 (b)). Further, the transition destination state indicated by a thick line in FIG. 11, that is, the normal state (electric support 1) F after the end of 2R normal hit (with electric support 100 times), the probability change after the end of 2R probability change (with electric support 100 times) ends. In the state (electric support 1) G, the stage is unclear (see FIG. 12C). In the eighth embodiment, a specific variation pattern determination table for notifying a game state (probability state) is referred to in a specific variation display game with a predetermined number of games in the unclear stages 1 and 2. The basic configuration of the gaming machine according to the eighth embodiment is the same as that of the gaming machine 100 according to the sixth embodiment or the seventh embodiment.

  FIG. 78 is an explanatory diagram showing an outline of a variation pattern determination table referred to in the eighth embodiment. In order to simplify the explanation, a case will be described in which a winning per 2R probability change (with electric support 100 times) is won in a lottery per special drawing and stays in the probability change state (electric support 1) G after the jackpot ends. As shown in FIG. 78, immediately after 2R probability variation (with 100 electric supports), the stage mode effect results in an unclear stage 2 (unclear notification state). Then, when 100 games are digested in the indistinct stage 2, the electric support is ended, and the state is shifted to the probability change state E to become the indistinct stage 1.

  In the 200 games after the end of the 2R probability variation (with 100 electric supports), the variation pattern is determined with reference to the normal variation pattern determination table. Here, the normal variation pattern determination table is a variation pattern determination table set according to the flowchart shown in FIG. For example, when the jackpot table changing process in step S402 of FIG. 63 is executed according to FIG. 64, the fluctuation pattern determination table 2 is set after 2R probability change (with 100 electric support) (beckoning cat) mode). In other words, the background is the indistinct stage 2, and the special figure variation display game is executed in the foreground in the beckoning cat mode. Further, after 100 games have been digested in the indistinct stage 2, the background shifts to the indistinct stage 1, but the variation pattern determination table 2 is continuously referred to.

  As described above, the variation pattern determination table referred to in the subsequent ambiguity stage 1 or ambiguity stage 2 is determined depending on the type of big hit or small hit. In the eighth embodiment, for example, at 10 game intervals. A specific variation pattern determination table for notifying the gaming state (probability state) is referred to. At this time, the effect control device 40 suggests a gaming state that provides a hint as to whether the user stays in the probability variation state or the normal state according to the variation pattern determined with reference to the specific variation pattern determination table. Production is performed. In order to perform an effect suggesting this gaming state, a relatively long variation pattern (for example, a variation time longer than the main variation time (3 seconds) of the variation pattern determination table 2) is set in the specific variation pattern determination table. Yes.

  FIG. 79 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a variation pattern determination process according to the eighth embodiment. This variation pattern determination process is performed, for example, in a special figure variation start process (step S124 or S126 in FIG. 7). In step S611 of FIG. 79, it is determined whether or not the current stage is an unclear stage (unclear notification state). If it is determined that the stage is unclear, the process proceeds to step S612. If it is determined that the stage is not unclear (in the case of a definite stage (clear notification state)), the process proceeds to step S614. In step S612, it is determined whether or not the special figure variation display game is a predetermined number of games (for example, 10 games, 20 games, 30 games,...) In the unclear stage. If it is determined that the game is a predetermined number of games in the ambiguity stage, the process proceeds to step S613. If it is determined that the game is not a predetermined number of games, the process proceeds to step S614.

  In step S613, the variation pattern is determined with reference to the variation pattern determination table (specific variation pattern determination table) when the probability state is notified. In step S614, the variation pattern is determined with reference to the variation pattern determination table (for example, variation pattern determination table 2 in the beckoning cat mode) set in the variation pattern determination table change processing in the jackpot end process. The variation pattern determined in step S613 or step S614 is transmitted to the effect control device 40 as a variation pattern command.

  FIG. 80 is a screen display showing an example of a mountain climbing effect for notifying the gaming state. As shown in FIG. 80, the effect for notifying the game state is, for example, an effect of definitely notifying the game state while gradually suggesting the game state every time the number of games increases. In FIG. 80, for example, every time the number of games in the variable display game increases, climbing the mountain aiming at the top of the mountain and finally reaching the top of the mountain is shown a mountain climbing effect that becomes a confirmation notification of the probability variation state.

  As shown in FIG. 80, the entire picture of the mountain to be climbed is displayed in the tenth game. FIG. 80 (a) shows that the first half is a gradual mountain and the second half is a steep mountain, so the possibility of reaching the top is low, that is, the current gaming state is likely to be a normal state. ing. On the other hand, in FIG. 80 (b), since the first half is a steep mountain and the second half is a moderately inclined mountain, it is highly likely that the mountain reaches the top if climbing the first half, that is, the current gaming state is a probable state. This indicates a high possibility. In the 30th game, the effect of climbing the third station is displayed, and in the 70th game, the effect of climbing the seventh station is displayed. The climber's facial expression (for example, a generous expression or exhausted expression) indicates the possibility of climbing. And if it can climb at the 100th game, a certain change state will be decided. In addition, you may make it alert | report a game state definitely before 100 games.

  FIG. 81 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the probability state notification process according to the eighth embodiment. This probability state notification process is performed, for example, in a special figure change start process (step S124 or S126 in FIG. 7). In step S621 in FIG. 81, it is determined whether or not the current stage is an unclear stage. If it is determined that the stage is unclear, the process proceeds to step S622. If it is determined that the stage is not unclear (in the case of a definite stage), the process ends. In step S622, it is determined whether or not the special figure variation display game is a specific variation display game of a predetermined number of games (for example, the 10th game, the 20th game, the 30th game,...) In the unclear stage. To do. And when it determines with it being a specific fluctuation display game, it transfers to step S623, and when it determines with it not being a specific fluctuation display game, a process is complete | finished.

  In step S623, it is determined whether to notify the probability state. And when it determines with alerting | reporting a probability state, it transfers to step S624 and sets a fixed alert command, and when it determines with not reporting a probability state, it transfers to step S625 and sets an unclear alert command. The confirmation notification command set in step S624 or the unclear notification command set in step S625 is transmitted to the effect control device 40 as a variation pattern command. When the confirmation notification command is transmitted to the effect control device 40, an effect of definite notification of the gaming state is performed in the liquid crystal display device 50, and when the unclear notification command is transmitted, the gaming state is unclear in the liquid crystal display device 50. An effect to notify is performed.

  FIG. 82 is a screen display showing an example of a mountain climbing effect when notifying the normal state. FIG. 82 shows the mountain climbing effect executed in the 30th game of the indistinct stage. In this mountain climbing effect, the state shifts from the state of climbing the third station shown in FIG. 82 (a) to the state where the climber shown in FIG. 82 (b) slides on the slope. Then, when the game state is confirmed and notified, it is definitely notified that the climber is staying in the normal state by the effect that the climber falls as shown in FIG. 82 (c). After it is determined that the user is staying in the normal state, the background shifts from the unclear stage 1 or the unclear stage 2 to the normal determination stage (see FIG. 12A). On the other hand, when the game state is not clearly notified, an effect is provided in which the climber steps on and climbs as shown in FIG. 82 (d).

  FIG. 83 is a screen display showing an example of a mountain climbing effect when notifying the probability variation state. FIG. 83 shows the mountain climbing effect executed in the 30th game of the indistinct stage. In this mountain climbing effect, the state shifts from the state where the third station shown in FIG. 83 (a) is climbed to the state where the climber shown in FIG. 83 (b) flies by rocket injection. When the game state is confirmed and notified, it is definitely notified that the climber is staying in the promiscuous state by an effect that the climber flies to the summit at a stretch and landing as shown in FIG. 83 (c). After it is determined that the user is staying in the probability variation state, the background is shifted from the unclear stage 1 or the unclear stage 2 to the probability variation determination stage (see FIG. 12D). On the other hand, when the gaming state is not clearly notified, an effect is produced in which the rocket injection ends unsuccessfully and climbing continues as shown in FIG. 83 (d).

  Note that, as shown in FIGS. 82 and 83, when the effect of notifying the game state is performed, the special figure variation display game is displayed small on the upper right of the screen. In this special figure variation display game, three symbols on the left and right are stopped and displayed at the same time, regardless of whether or not a lottery result or reach per special figure is reached.

  Thus, whether the gaming machine 100 according to the eighth embodiment stays in the first gaming state (normal state, first winning probability) or the second gaming state (probability change state, second winning probability). The game state notifying means (game control device 30 and effect control device 40) capable of notifying the player is provided, and this game state notifying means has a second hit (per 2R probability variation), a fourth hit (per 2R normal) or a small amount. When any of the winning (third winning) occurs, it is possible to inform unclearly by the unclear stage that there is a possibility of staying in either the first gaming state or the second gaming state (gaming state) Is not clearly notified and is set to an unclear notification state). Then, the variation pattern setting means (game control device 30) included in the gaming machine 100 determines a specific variation pattern for notifying the gaming state (probability state) for each predetermined number of games (for example, 10 games) in the indistinct stage. The variation pattern is determined by referring to the table for use.

  Further, the variation display means (the effect control device 40 and the liquid crystal display device 50) of the gaming machine 100 performs an effect of simultaneously stopping the variation display of a plurality of identification symbols in the variation display game with the predetermined number of games in the indefinite stage. Specifically, even if it is a reach, the reach action is not developed.

  According to the gaming machine 100 according to the eighth embodiment, the variation pattern (variation time) of the variation display game in the indistinct stage is diversified, and the notification effect that suggests the gaming state (probability state) is executed for each predetermined game. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the variable display game from becoming monotonous. Therefore, the interest of the variable display game is further improved. In addition, it is possible to notify the player mainly on whether or not the state is a probability variation state rather than showing reach.

  In the eighth embodiment, there may be a case where a lottery per special figure is won in a special figure fluctuation display game that produces an effect for notifying the gaming state. In this case, in the special figure variation display game, the winning result mode (special result mode or small hitting result mode) is derived, and the staying game state is notified by the effect. FIG. 84 is a screen display showing an example of a mountain climbing effect when a gaming state is notified when a lottery per special drawing is won. FIG. 84 shows the mountain climbing effect that is executed when the lottery per special figure is won in the 30th game of the indistinct stage. In this mountain climbing effect, the mountain climbing state shown in FIG. 84 (a) shifts to the state where the mountain climber shown in FIG. 84 (b) flies by rocket injection. If the current gaming state is a probable change state, as shown in FIG. 84 (c), a climber performs an effect of flying to the summit at a stretch and landing, and a hit result mode (for example, a special figure variation display game) , “555”). On the other hand, if the current game state is the normal state, as shown in FIG. 84 (d), the rocket injection is unsuccessfully finished and the climbing is finished without climbing, and the hit result in the special figure variation display game is performed. An aspect (eg, “555”) is derived.

  As described above, the variable display means (the effect control device 40 and the liquid crystal display device 50) included in the gaming machine 100 stays at present when the winning game is won by a big win or a small win with a predetermined number of games in an unclear stage. The production is performed according to the gaming state. Thereby, even if it is an indistinct stage, if a lottery per special figure is won in a specific game, the player is informed of the game state he / she has stayed in, so the fun of the game is improved.

  According to the flowchart of FIG. 81, it is determined whether or not to notify the gaming state by lottery, but it is requested that the directing button 157 be repeatedly hit with a predetermined number of games on the unclear stage, and the number of consecutive hits is equal to or more than the predetermined number. When it becomes, you may make it alert | report a game state. For example, in the specific variation pattern determination table, a variation pattern (for example, a variation time of 60 seconds) that takes into account the time for the player to operate the effect button 157 is set. Then, when this variation pattern is determined in the variation pattern determination process, an effect of causing the player to repeatedly press the effect button 157 is executed.

  FIG. 85 is a screen display showing an example of a mountain climbing effect when notifying the game state according to the player's operation. FIG. 85 shows the mountain climbing effect executed in the 30th game of the indistinct stage. In this mountain climbing effect, the contents for requesting the player to repeatedly strike the effect button in the state where the third climb shown in FIG. 85A is climbed are displayed. When the effect button 157 is operated by the player, a command indicating that the effect button 157 has been operated is transmitted to the effect control device 40. As shown in FIG. 85 (b), the effect button 157 is displayed. The rocket jets according to the number of operations and the climber gradually flies. If the number of consecutive hits is equal to or greater than the predetermined number, the current staying state (for example, staying in a probable state) by the effect that the climber flies to the summit at a stretch and landings as shown in FIG. 85 (c). Is definitely notified. On the other hand, if the number of consecutive hits does not reach the predetermined number, as shown in FIG. 85 (d), an effect is produced in which the rocket injection ends unsuccessfully and climbing continues.

  It should be noted that when the number of times of directing the effect button 157 reaches or exceeds a predetermined number, the confirmation notification may be performed without fail, or it may be determined whether or not the confirmation notification is made by lottery. Further, when the staying game state is the normal state, the climbing effect may be continued up to a predetermined number of games without immediately performing the confirmation notification by the climber's fall effect.

  As described above, the variable display means (the effect control device 40 and the liquid crystal display device 50) provided in the gaming machine 100 has a predetermined number of games on the obscured stage, and the player operates the operation unit (the effect button 157). On the condition of the above, an effect to notify the current gaming state is performed. Since it is determined whether or not to notify the game state based on the actual operation of the effect button 157 by the player, it becomes a significant effect for the player, and the interest of the game is further improved.

  In the above description, the mountain climbing effect is performed only for one game corresponding to the predetermined number of games (for example, the 10th game, the 20th game,...) In the indistinct stage. You may make it perform. FIG. 86 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the probability state continuous notification process. This process is executed in, for example, step S105 or step S111 in FIG. That is, in the eighth embodiment, the variation pattern determination table is changed at the time of start winning.

  In step S631 of FIG. 86, it is determined whether or not the current stage is an unclear stage. If it is determined that the stage is unclear, the process proceeds to step S632, and if it is determined that the stage is not unclear (in the case of a definite stage), the process ends. In step S632, it is determined whether or not the special figure variation display game is a specific variation display game of a predetermined number of games (for example, the 10th game, the 20th game,...) In the unclear stage. And when it determines with it being a specific fluctuation display game, it transfers to step S633, and when it determines with it not being a specific fluctuation display game, a process is complete | finished. In step S633, it is determined whether or not the lottery per special figure related to the start memory before the start memory is won. If it is determined that the lottery per special figure is not won in the start-up memory, the process proceeds to step S635. If it is determined that the lottery per special figure is won in the start-up memory, the process ends.

  In step S635, a variation pattern determination table (specific variation pattern determination table) at the time of notification of the probability state is set. In step S636, a probability state continuous notification command is set. The effect control device 40 executes the effect of notifying the probability state over a plurality of games related to the current start memory in accordance with the probability state continuous notification command. For example, when the start right by the start winning corresponding to the 30th game special figure variation display game is stored as the start memory 3 (hold 3), the specific variation pattern determination table is referred to for 28 to 30 games. Become. For example, in the 28th game, the effect shown in FIG. 83 (a) is performed, in the 29th game, the effect shown in FIG. 83 (b) is performed, and in the 30th game, the effect shown in FIG. 83 (c) or FIG. 83 (d). An effect is shown. When the lottery per special drawing is won in the 30th game, for example, the effect shown in FIG. 84 is executed over three games.

  As described above, the variation pattern setting means (game control device 30) included in the gaming machine 100 has a first lottery result related to the start memory at the time when there is a start winning corresponding to the predetermined number of games in the unclear stage (first win ( When it is not per 15R), per second (per 2R probability change), or small hit, at that time, the variation pattern determination table to be referred to is changed to the specific variation pattern determination table. Thereby, since the effect for notifying the current gaming state can be executed over a plurality of games, the interest of the game is improved.

  Note that the notification game start condition shown in the first embodiment is the specific variation display game of the predetermined number of games (for example, the 10th game, the 20th game, the 30th game,...) In the unclear stage. As a result, the notification game shown in the first embodiment may be performed. In the first embodiment, the process related to the notification game and the process related to the setting of the unclear notification state are performed by the effect control device 40, but these may be performed by the game control device 30. In addition, the configurations of the second to fifth embodiments may be combined.

[Ninth Embodiment]
In the ninth embodiment, the variation pattern determination table to be referred to in the variation pattern determination process is changed in accordance with the usual figure start memory number. That is, a plurality of variation pattern determination tables corresponding to each mode shown in FIG. 60 and FIG. FIG. 87 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a variation pattern determination table according to the ninth embodiment. FIG. 87 shows the variation pattern determination table 2 for the beckoning cat mode in FIGS. The variation pattern determination table 2-1 shown in FIG. 87 (a) is a table that is referred to when the number of stored normal charts is 3 or 4, and is the same as the variation pattern determination table 2 in FIGS. is there. That is, in the fluctuation pattern determination table 2-1, the reach development rate is lower than that in the normal mode, and a short fluctuation pattern is selected with high probability.

  The variation pattern determination table 2-2 shown in FIG. 87 (b) is a table that is referred to when the usual figure start memory number is 1 or 2. In the variation pattern determination table 2-2, a variation pattern having a variation time of 10 seconds is selected when the variation pattern determination random number is 1 to 30 (selectivity 30%), and the variation pattern determination random number is 31 to 40. Sometimes a variation pattern with a variation time of 15 seconds is selected (selectivity 10%), and when a variation pattern determination random number is 41 to 50, a variation pattern with a variation time of 30 seconds is selected (selectivity 10%). . Although not shown, when the variation pattern determining random number is 51 to 51, a variation pattern having a variation time longer than 30 seconds is selected. That is, in the variation pattern determination table 2-2, a longer variation pattern is selected with a higher probability than the variation pattern determination table 2-1. The variation pattern determination table 2-3 shown in FIG. 87 (c) is a table that is referred to when the usual start memory number is zero. In the variation pattern determination table 2-3, when the variation pattern determination random number is 1 to 50, a variation pattern with a variation time of 30 seconds is selected (selection rate 50%), and the variation pattern determination random number is 51 to 60. Sometimes a variation pattern with a variation time of 40 seconds is selected (selectivity 10%), and when a variation pattern determination random number is 61 to 70, a variation pattern with a variation time of 50 seconds is selected (selectivity 10%). . Although not shown, when the random number for determining the variation pattern is 71 to 1, a variation pattern having a variation time longer than 50 seconds is selected. That is, in the variation pattern determination table 2-3, a longer variation pattern is selected with higher probability than the variation pattern determination table 2-2.

  FIG. 88 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a variation pattern determination process according to the ninth embodiment. This variation pattern determination process is performed, for example, in a special figure variation start process (step S124 or S126 in FIG. 7). In step S701 in FIG. 88, it is determined whether or not the usual figure start storage number is zero. If it is determined that the normal start memory number is 0, the process proceeds to step S702, and the variation pattern is determined with reference to the variation pattern determination table 2-3. When the normal figure start memory number is 0, the special figure 2 start memory is not suspended and is only digested. When the special figure 2 fluctuation display game is executed with a short fluctuation pattern, the special figure 1 fluctuation is immediately changed. The display game is executed. If you do so, the lottery per Special Figure 2 is more likely to give the player a greater profit, but you will not be able to benefit from it. When the number of memories is 0, the special figure 2 variation display game is executed with a relatively long variation pattern.

  If it is determined in step S701 that the normal chart start memory number is not 0, the process proceeds to step S703 to determine whether the normal chart start memory number is 1 or 2. If it is determined that the normal start memory number is 1 or 2, the process proceeds to step S704, and the variation pattern is determined with reference to the variation pattern determination table 2-2. When the normal figure start memory number is 1 or 2, the special figure 2 start memory is suspended and digested, but when the special figure 2 fluctuation display game is executed with a short fluctuation pattern, the special figure 1 fluctuation memory is executed. There is a risk that the variable display game will be executed. If you do so, the lottery per Special Figure 2 is more likely to give the player a greater profit, but you will not be able to benefit from it. When the memory number is 1 or 2, the special figure 2 variation display game is executed with a variation pattern (variation time 10 seconds) which is similar to the normal time.

  If it is determined in step S703 that the usual figure start memory number is not 1 or 2, the process proceeds to step S705, and the variation pattern is determined with reference to the variation pattern determination table 2-1. That is, when the normal figure start memory number is 3 or 4, it can be said that the special figure 2 start memory is likely to occur one after another, so that the special figure 2 variable display game is digested in a short time.

  As described above, the variation pattern setting means (game control device 30) included in the gaming machine 100 according to the ninth embodiment refers to the variation pattern determination table in which a plurality of variation patterns are set, and a predetermined condition is satisfied ( A variation pattern corresponding to the variation pattern determination random value acquired in association with the start prize is determined from the plurality of variation patterns. Then, the second variation pattern (variation pattern of the special diagram 2 variation display game) is set based on the third number of start memories (the number of ordinary diagram start memories) held in the third holding means (ordinary diagram start memory). To set a variation pattern determination table.

  According to the gaming machine 100 according to the ninth embodiment, since the variation pattern (variation time) of the variation display game in the electric support state is diversified and is changed according to the usual figure start memory number, the variation display game is monotonous. Can be prevented. Therefore, the interest of the variable display game is further improved. For example, a variation pattern determination table (for example, variation pattern determination table 2-3 or 2-2) is set so that a long variation time can be easily selected when the number of normal chart start memories is small. Since the time becomes longer, a normal start prize is generated during that time, and the normal start memory is likely to increase. As a result, the movable members 25b and 25b are opened in accordance with the usual figure, and the game ball wins the special figure 2 start opening 25, so that the special figure 2 start memory can be maintained.

  FIG. 89 is a flowchart illustrating another example of the variation pattern determination process according to the ninth embodiment. This variation pattern determination process is performed, for example, in a special figure variation start process (step S124 or S126 in FIG. 7). In step S711 in FIG. 89, it is determined whether or not it is the first game after the big hit. Then, if it is determined that the game is the first game after the end of the jackpot, the process proceeds to step S712. If it is determined that the game is not the one game after the end of the jackpot, the process proceeds to step S714. In step S712, it is determined whether or not the jackpot is with electric support. And when it determines with it being a big hit with electric support, it transfers to step S713, and when it determines with not being a big hit with electric support, it transfers to step S714. In step S713, the fluctuation pattern is determined with reference to the fluctuation pattern determination table 2-3. In step S714, a variation pattern is determined according to the flowchart shown in FIG. That is, in the first rotation after the end of the jackpot with electric support, the special figure fluctuation display game is executed for a long time so that the normal figure start memory and the special figure start memory are secured during that time.

  In this way, the variation pattern setting means (game control device 30) included in the gaming machine 100 is a variation in which a relatively long variation time is easily selected when the electric support state occurs after the end of the special gaming state. The variation pattern is set with reference to the pattern setting table. As a result, even if there is no special figure start memory at the end of the special game state, the normal figure start memory is likely to occur in the first special figure variation display game at the time of entering the electric support state. As a result, special figure 2 start-up memory is also likely to occur, so that a state advantageous to the player can be maintained.

  Moreover, you may make it generate an electric support state from the special game state which generate | occur | produced by the hit with electric support. That is, the electric support control means (game control device 30) included in the gaming machine 100 generates an electric support state during the special game state. Thus, since the special figure 2 start memory is surely generated during the special game state, it is possible to avoid a disadvantageous situation for the player that the special figure 1 variable display game is executed immediately after the special game state ends. Can do.

  FIG. 90 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the universal variation pattern determination process according to the ninth embodiment. This normal pattern variation pattern determination process is performed, for example, in a general game process (S20 in FIG. 5). In step S721 of FIG. 90, it is determined whether or not the special figure 2 start memory number is 0-2. When it is determined that the special figure 2 starting storage number is 0 to 2, the process proceeds to step S722, and the normal figure fluctuation pattern 1 (for example, fluctuation time 1 second) is selected. When the special figure 2 start memory number is 0 to 2, when the special figure 2 fluctuation display game is executed with a short fluctuation pattern, the special figure 1 fluctuation display game is immediately executed. In that case, the lottery per Special Figure 2 is more likely to give the player a greater profit, but will not be able to receive the benefit. The display game is executed in a very short time so that the special figure 2 start memory is easily maintained.

  If it is determined in step S721 that the special figure 2 start memory number is not 0 to 2, the process proceeds to step S723 to determine whether or not the special figure 2 start memory number is three. Then, if it is determined that the special figure 2 start memory number is 3, the process proceeds to step S724, and the normal figure fluctuation pattern 2 (for example, the fluctuation time of 5 seconds) is selected. On the other hand, if it is determined in step S723 that the special figure 2 starting storage number is not 3, the process proceeds to step S724, and the normal figure fluctuation pattern 3 (for example, fluctuation time 10 seconds) is selected. When the special figure 2 start memory number is 3 or 4, even if the special figure 2 fluctuation display game is executed with a short fluctuation pattern, the special figure 2 start will be started if the per figure is derived with the same fluctuation time Since it is difficult to lose the memory, an appropriate fluctuation time is selected so that such a state is maintained.

  Thus, the electric support control means (game control device 30) included in the gaming machine 100 is based on the second start memory number (Special Figure 2 start memory number) held in the second reservation means. 25b, 25b) is adjusted for a predetermined period of time. Thus, it is possible to prevent the special figure 2 start memory from being lost while maintaining the number of normal start memories, so that it is possible to maintain a state advantageous to the player. In addition, instead of adjusting the fluctuation time of the normal map display game, the period of opening the movable members 25b, 25b is adjusted by increasing / decreasing the number of times and the time of opening each general map. You may do it.

  As mentioned above, although the invention made by this inventor was concretely demonstrated based on embodiment, this invention is not limited to the said embodiment, It can change in the range which does not deviate from the summary. For example, in the sixth to ninth embodiments, the fluctuation pattern of the special figure 2 fluctuation display game is determined with reference to the same fluctuation pattern determination table regardless of the number of special figure memories at the start of fluctuation. For example, different variation pattern determination tables may be referred to according to the number of special figure memories at the start of variation. FIG. 91 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a variation pattern determination table that is referred to in accordance with the number of special figure starting memories in the normal mode. As shown in FIGS. 91 (a) and 91 (b), when the special figure start memory number is 3 or 4, the ratio of the short fluctuation pattern is larger than when the special figure start memory number is 0 to 2. It has become. According to such a table, when the special figure start memory number is small, the variable display game can be lengthened so that the variable display game is not interrupted, and a new special figure start memory can be easily generated. When there are many, it is possible to digest the variable display game in a short time with emphasis on the progress of the game. The configurations of the sixth to ninth embodiments can be combined with the configurations of the first to fifth embodiments.

  The gaming machine as described above is a win on condition that the game ball has won a winning display port provided in the game area where the game ball flows down and a variable display device capable of displaying the variation of the symbols. A lottery means for executing the lottery, a symbol control means for controlling a symbol change process for stopping the display after the symbols are variably displayed on the variable display device based on a lottery result by the lottery means, and a lottery of the lottery means When the result is the winning, the symbol control means displays the symbol variably, stops the predetermined winning symbol, operates the special electric accessory, and wins the game ball to the big prize opening In a gaming machine provided with special game execution means for executing a special game that makes it easy to perform, a first state in which a game ball is difficult or impossible to win based on establishment of a predetermined condition as the start winning opening A normal winning combination that can be converted into a second state in which a game ball can be won, and a start winning opening by changing the conversion control of the ordinary electric combination for a predetermined period after the special game is over Specific game state generation means for generating a specific game state that facilitates winning a prize, and period notification means for notifying a player of the predetermined period of time for entering the specific game state, wherein the lottery means includes the start prize The predetermined period for setting the specific gaming state is determined on the condition that the game ball is won in the mouth, and the period notification means has a period less than the predetermined period for setting the specific gaming state at the end of the special game. When the notification is possible and a period shorter than the predetermined period is notified, the remaining period until the predetermined period is notified when the notified period elapses.

  Here, the variable display device may be a device that only displays a symbol, or a device that displays an effect in addition to the display of a symbol (for example, a liquid crystal display device).

  Therefore, it is possible to give the player a sense of gain and improve the interest of the game.

  Further, the period of the specific game state that is notified at the end of the special game is determined by the number of balls that have won the big prize opening during the special game.

  Therefore, the notification mode of the determined period can also be related to winning in the big prize opening, and the player's interest in winning the big prize opening can be increased compared with conventional gaming machines, Can enhance the interest of

  In addition, when the period of the specific game state that is notified at the end of the special game determined by the number of balls that have won the big prize opening during the special game is the predetermined period, It is notified that there will be no further increase.

  Therefore, it can be notified that the notified period will not increase any more.

  The symbol control means refers to a variation pattern determination table in which a plurality of variation patterns are set, and determines a plurality of variation patterns corresponding to variation pattern determination random values acquired in association with the establishment of a predetermined condition. A variation pattern setting means for determining from among the variation patterns, wherein the variation pattern determination table includes a second variation pattern determination table including a variation pattern having the shortest variation time, and during the specific gaming state, Based on the second variation pattern determination table, the variation pattern is set.

  Therefore, the variable display game is digested in a short time.

  Note that the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to the pachinko gaming machine as shown in the above-described embodiment as a gaming machine, for example, other pachinko gaming machines, arrange ball gaming machines, sparrow ball gaming machines, etc. It can be applied to all gaming machines that use this game ball.

  In addition, it should be considered that the embodiment disclosed this time is illustrative and not restrictive in all respects. 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.

1a game area 22A special figure 1 display (variable display device)
22B Special figure 2 display (variable display device)
24 Special Figure 1 Starting Port (Starting Opening Port, 1st Starting Winning Port)
25 Special Figure 2 Starting Port (Starting Port, 2nd Starting Port)
26 First Grand Prize Exit (Greatest Prize Exit)
26b Open / close door (special electric accessory)
30 game control device 30 (lottery means, symbol control means, special game execution means, winning probability change means, notification state setting means, round game execution frequency selection means)
40 Production control device 40 (notification state setting means, counting means, notification probability selection means)
50 Liquid crystal display devices (variable display devices)
61 2nd Grand Prize (Large Prize)
61b Movable member (special electric accessory)

Claims (1)

A variable display device capable of variable display of symbols;
Lottery means for performing a lottery for determining whether or not the game ball has won, on condition that the game ball has won a winning prize opening provided in a game area where the game ball flows down;
A symbol control means for controlling a symbol variation process to stop display after the symbol is variably displayed on the variable display device based on a lottery result by the lottery means;
When the lottery result of the lottery means is the winning, the symbol control means causes the symbol to be variably displayed and then a predetermined winning symbol is stopped and displayed, and a special electric accessory is activated to enter the big prize opening. In a gaming machine comprising special game execution means for executing a special game that makes it easy to win a game ball of
As the starting winning opening, based on the establishment of a predetermined condition, a normal electric accessory capable of changing the state between a first state in which a game ball is difficult or impossible to win and a second state in which a game ball can be won,
Specific game state generating means for generating a specific game state that makes it easy to win a start winning opening by changing the conversion control of the ordinary electric accessory up to a predetermined period after the end of the special game;
A period informing means for informing the player of the predetermined period of the specific gaming state,
The lottery means
The predetermined period for determining the specific gaming state is determined on the condition that a game ball has won the start winning opening,
The period notification means includes
At the end of the special game, it is possible to report a period less than the predetermined period to be in the specific gaming state, and when the period less than the predetermined period is notified, the predetermined period A game machine characterized by notifying the remaining period until.

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