JP2012176015A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To enhance amusingness of a game by making the presence or absence of continuation of a continuous performance hardly predictable.SOLUTION: In a variation cycle right before the last one among those performed a determined number of times, a shift to a ready-to-win performance is brought when the last variation cycle among those performed the determined number of times is not continued, and the continuous performance is executed after the establishment of a ready-to-win state and continued to the last variation cycle among those performed the determined number of times, when the variation cycle right before the last one among those performed the determined number of times is continued. Thus, in the variation cycle right before the last one among those performed the determined number of times, the possibility of the execution of the continuous performance can be left even when the ready-to-win state is established. Thereby, since the presence or absence of the termination of the continuous performance is not determined even when the ready-to-win state is established, a player can pay attention to the presence or absence of the termination of the continuous performance to the end. Such a situation as to be brought to the player's attention is set for the variation cycle right before the last one among those performed the determined number of times, in which the continuation of the next variation cycle brings about jackpot winning. This enables a further increase in the player's attention.

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine that executes a continuous effect as if multiple symbol variation games are being executed in one symbol variation game.

  Conventionally, in a pachinko gaming machine that is a type of gaming machine, a big hit lottery of whether or not a big hit is made when a game ball enters the start winning opening arranged on the game board, and the lottery results of the big hit lottery are It is derived by executing a symbol variation game in which the symbols of the columns are varied and displayed. In the symbol variation game, the player can recognize the big hit if the symbol that is finally stopped is a big hit symbol.

  In this type of symbol variation game, in order to improve the interest of the player, various effects are suggested that suggest the possibility of a “big hit” for the player. Such effects include a continuous notice effect (continuous effect) in which effects are performed as if a plurality of symbol variation games are executed in one symbol variation game (for example, Patent Document 1). In general, the continuous notice effect is set so that the greater the number of symbol variation games (also referred to as variation cycles) that are executed in a pseudo manner during one symbol variation game, the higher the jackpot expectation. Yes. Therefore, the player expects to win a “hit” that can win a large number of prize balls by continuously executing many fluctuation cycles even once.

JP 2008-104524 A

  By the way, when the reach effect is executed in the symbol variation game with the continuous notice effect, the reach effect is executed in the last change cycle in which the continuous notice effect ends in order to prevent the effect of the reach effect from being delayed. Is common.

  For this reason, when the same symbol is stopped and displayed in two of the three symbol columns (when a combination of reach symbols is displayed), the player is notified that the continuous notice effect is the symbol variable game (or variable cycle). It was judged before the symbols in all rows were stopped and displayed. Therefore, thereafter, the player may not be interested in whether or not the continuous notice effect continues. There was also a problem that the continuous notice effect became monotonous.

  The present invention has been made paying attention to such problems existing in the prior art. An object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine that can make it difficult to predict whether or not the continuous production will continue and improve the interest of the game.

  In order to achieve the above object, the invention according to claim 1 displays a symbol variation game in which a period from the start of variation of a plurality of types of symbols to the final stop of symbols of a plurality of columns is displayed on a display device. In a variation game, a continuous effect is executed that continuously executes a variation cycle, which is a single cycle from the start of symbol variation to the stop of variation of symbols in a plurality of columns. In a gaming machine in which the variation cycle can be executed continuously for a fixed number of times as a variation game, control of the symbol variation game with the continuous effect is executed, and the next variation cycle in the variation cycle of the symbol variation game is executed. When continuously executed, it is provided with a continuous production control means for controlling the production so as to be accompanied by a continuous production, and the continuous production control means starts a fluctuation cycle before the final number of times of determination. Then, when continuing the next fluctuation cycle, there are a case where the continuation effect is executed after the reach state is established, and a case where the symbol that does not become the reach state is variably stopped and the continuation effect is executed, When the fluctuation cycle immediately before the fixed number of times is started, if the reach state is established once and the variable cycle of the fixed number of times is not continued, the reach state is maintained and a shift is made to reach production, while the variable number of fixed times is changed. When the cycle is continued, the gist is to execute the continuation effect after the reach state is established and to continue to the variation cycle of the fixed number of times.

  According to a second aspect of the present invention, in the gaming machine according to the first aspect, the reach state is established when the continuous production control means starts a variation cycle of the fixed number of times in the symbol variation game with the continuous production. The gist is to confirm and stop the winning notification result for notifying the winning of the winning without making it.

  According to a third aspect of the present invention, in the gaming machine according to the first or second aspect, the continuous effect is not accompanied in a variation cycle before immediately before the fixed number of times in the symbol variation game with the continuous effect. The gist is that the game may be performed in the normal variation mode performed in the same mode as the variation mode of the symbol variation game.

  According to a fourth aspect of the present invention, in the gaming machine according to any one of the first to third aspects of the present invention, in the continuation effect, the continuation notification symbol is variably stopped in the final stop line. In a variation cycle before the fixed number of times in the symbol variation game with continuous effects, the variation cycle is different from the variation mode of the symbol variation game without continuous effects, and includes a plurality of columns including the final stop column. Before the symbols are changed in synchronism, in the first special variation mode in which the symbols of the other symbol sequences are stopped and after the plurality of columns other than the final stop sequence are stopped and the final stop sequence is varied. There is a case where it is performed in a second special variation mode in which the already stopped column can be re-varied, and when the continuous production control means starts the variation cycle in the first special variation mode, the next variation cycle is also performed. In the case of continuing, after the reach state is once established in the symbol sequence that has been stopped first and the symbol sequence that is changing in synchronization, the symbol sequence that is changing in synchronization is further changed after the reach state is established. While the continuation effect is executed, when the fluctuation cycle in the second special fluctuation mode is started, if the next fluctuation cycle is also continued, the reach state is once established in the symbol row to be stopped other than the final stop row. After that, the continuation effect is executed after any of the stopped symbol sequences are changed again in synchronization with the symbol sequence of the last stop sequence being changed.

  According to a fifth aspect of the present invention, in the gaming machine according to the third aspect of the present invention, in the variation cycle, a notice effect that suggests a possibility of winning may be performed prior to the continuous effect. When the control means continues the next fluctuation cycle in the fluctuation cycle in the normal fluctuation mode, the appearance mode of the continuation effect appears after the appearance mode of the continuation effect stops changing the symbol that does not establish the reach state. The gist of this is that it is easy to perform a notice effect that suggests that there is a high possibility of being a hit as compared with when the reach state is established.

  According to the present invention, it is difficult to predict whether or not the continuous production will continue, and the interest of the game can be improved.

The front view which shows the game board of a pachinko machine. The block diagram which shows the control structure of a pachinko gaming machine. (A)-(c) is explanatory drawing which shows a fluctuation pattern. (A)-(e) is explanatory drawing which shows the fluctuation | variation content specified with a fluctuation | variation pattern. (A)-(d) is explanatory drawing of a cycle pattern. (A), (b) is explanatory drawing explaining the fluctuation | variation aspect of a fluctuation cycle. (A), (b) is explanatory drawing explaining the fluctuation | variation aspect of a fluctuation cycle. (A), (b) Explanatory drawing explaining the fluctuation | variation aspect of a fluctuation cycle. Illustration of logo pattern. (A), (b) is explanatory drawing explaining the execution aspect of a continuous sign logo. (A)-(d) is explanatory drawing explaining a cycle notice effect. Explanatory drawing explaining the flow of a continuous production.

Hereinafter, an embodiment embodying the present invention will be described with reference to FIGS.
As shown in FIG. 1, an effect display device 11 as a display device having a liquid crystal display type image display unit GH is disposed almost at the center of a game board 10 of a pachinko gaming machine. The effect display device 11 includes a symbol variation game that is displayed by variably displaying a plurality of symbol columns (three columns in the present embodiment), and various display effects executed in association with the symbol variation game are displayed as images. The In the present embodiment, in the symbol variation game of the effect display device 11, a symbol combination including a plurality of columns (three columns in the present embodiment) is derived. The symbol variation game of the effect display device 11 is performed using decorative symbols (effect symbols, hereinafter referred to as “decorative symbols”) for diversifying display effects.

  In addition, a 7-segment special symbol display device 12 is disposed on the lower left side of the effect display device 11. In the special symbol display device 12, a symbol variation game is displayed in which a special symbol (hereinafter referred to as "special symbol") is varied and displayed. The special figure is a symbol for notification indicating the result of the internal lottery (big hit lottery) of whether or not the big hit. On the special symbol display device 12, a special symbol selected from a plurality of types of special symbols according to the lottery result of the big hit lottery is displayed in a fixed stop state when the symbol variation game ends. The multiple types of special symbols are classified into a jackpot symbol that is a symbol that can recognize a jackpot, and a missing symbol that is a symbol that can recognize a loss. When the big hit symbol is displayed as a fixed stop, the big hit game is given to the player.

  In addition, the effect display device 11 displays eight types of numbers [1] to [8] for each column as a decorative drawing. In addition, the decoration of each column in the effect display device 11 is displayed in a variable manner along a predetermined change direction (vertical scroll direction) when the symbol change game is started. The symbol variation (variable display) indicates a state in which the symbol or symbol string is operating while changing the display symbol type in the effect display device 11 and the special symbol display device 12.

  The effect display device 11 is configured with a display area larger than that of the special symbol display device 12, and the decorative drawing is displayed much larger than the special symbol. For this reason, the player can recognize a big hit or a loss from the decorative drawing displayed on the effect display device 11 with a fixed stop. And the display result according to the display result of the symbol variation game by a special figure is displayed on the production | presentation display apparatus 11. FIG. Specifically, when the big hit symbol is confirmed and stopped in the special symbol variation game, the big hit symbol is also confirmed and stopped on the effect display device 11. In the present embodiment, the jackpot symbol based on the decoration is a symbol combination ([222], [777], etc.) in which the symbols in all the rows are the same symbol. In this embodiment, the big hit symbol by the decorative drawing is a hit notification result for notifying the winning of the big hit (winning).

  In addition, in the case of the symbol variation game using the special symbol, when the deviation symbol is confirmed and stopped, the symbol is also confirmed and stopped on the effect display device 11. In the present embodiment, the out-of-decoration symbol is a symbol combination ([135], [246], etc.) in which the symbols in all the columns are different, or the symbol in one column is different from the symbols in the other two columns. Symbol combinations ([151], [767], etc.).

  Further, in the effect display device 11, in principle, the variation of the symbol sequence is stopped in the order of the left column → the right column → the middle column as viewed from the player side, and the decorative drawing is temporarily stopped for each symbol sequence by the variation stop. . In this embodiment, when the symbol variation game is played with specific variation contents, the right column (right symbol) may be stopped and displayed first. When the left column and the right column that are once stopped and displayed are the same symbol, the reach state can be recognized from the symbol combination ([↓] indicates that the symbol is changing, such as [1 ↓ 1]). A symbol combination that can recognize the reach state is a reach symbol combination. In the reach state, a decorative drawing of a specific column (in this embodiment, the left column and the right column) among the plurality of columns is stopped and displayed in the same pattern, and is a column other than the specific column, that is, a final stop column. This is a state where the decorative drawing in the middle row is variably displayed.

  The “variable display” is a state in which the type of the symbol displayed in the display area defined in the display device that displays the symbol is changing, while the “pause display” is the state within the display area. Is a state in which the symbol is displayed in a swinging fluctuation state (stationary state). The “definite stop display” is a state in which the symbols are fixed and stopped in the display area. In the effect display device 11 and the special symbol display device 12, the display effect relating to the symbol variation game and the symbol variation game is started at the same time and is simultaneously ended (that is, the special symbol and the decorative symbol are confirmed and stopped at the same time. ).

  On the lower right side of the special symbol display device 12, a special symbol hold display device 13 having a plurality (four in this embodiment) of special symbol hold light emitting units is disposed. The special symbol hold display device 13 notifies the player of the stored number of special reserved start balls stored in the machine (hereinafter referred to as “special figure hold memory number”). The special figure reserved memory number is incremented by “1” when a game ball wins (enters) a start winning port 15 as a starting port provided on the game board 10, while “ 1 "is subtracted. Therefore, when a game ball wins one of the start winning slots during the symbol variation game, the special figure holding memory number is further added and accumulated up to a predetermined upper limit number (“4” in the present embodiment). The special figure holding memory number indicates the number of times of execution of the symbol variation game that is pending execution.

  Below the effect display device 11, a start winning port 15 is provided as a starting means having a winning port 15 a as a game ball entrance. The start winning opening 15 is configured such that the winning opening 15a is always opened so that a game ball can always be allowed to enter. Behind the start winning opening 15, a start opening switch SW1 (shown in FIG. 2) for detecting a game ball that has entered is disposed. The start winning opening 15 can give a start condition for the symbol variation game and a payout condition for a game ball as a predetermined number of prize balls by detecting the entered game ball (entrance detection).

  Also, below the start winning opening 15, a large winning opening (special winning opening) 18 as a winning means provided with a large winning opening door 17 that opens and closes by the operation of an actuator (solenoid, motor, etc.) (not shown) is arranged. It is installed. A count switch (not shown) for detecting a winning game ball is disposed in the back of the big winning opening 18. The big winning opening 18 can give a payout condition of game balls as a predetermined number (for example, 15) of winning balls by detecting the winning game balls. The big winning opening 18 is opened by the opening operation of the big winning opening door 17 during the big hit game, and the winning of the game ball is allowed. For this reason, during the big hit game, the player can obtain a chance to win a prize ball.

Next, the control configuration of the pachinko gaming machine will be described with reference to FIG.
On the back side of the machine, a main control board 30 is mounted as a main control unit for controlling the entire pachinko gaming machine. The main control board 30 executes various processes for controlling the entire pachinko gaming machine and outputs various control commands (control commands) according to the process results. Further, a sub integrated control board 31 as a sub control unit is mounted on the rear side of the machine. The sub integrated control board 31 controls operations of various rendering devices based on control commands (control commands) output from the main control board 30. The effect control board 32 controls the display mode (display images such as symbols, backgrounds, characters, etc.) of the effect display device 11 based on control commands (control commands) output by the main control board 30 and the sub control board 31. .

Hereinafter, specific configurations of the main control board 30, the sub control board 31, and the effect control board 32 will be described.
The main control board 30 has a main control CPU 30a that executes control operations in a predetermined procedure, a main control ROM 30b that stores a control program for the main control CPU 30a, and a main control CPU that can write and read necessary data. A RAM 30c is provided. Various switches such as a start port switch SW1 are connected to the main control CPU 30a. A special symbol display device 12 is connected to the main control CPU 30a.

  Further, the main control CPU 30a updates a random number update process (random number generation) for updating values of various random numbers such as a jackpot determination random number, a jackpot design random number, a reach determination random number, and a variation pattern distribution random number at predetermined intervals. Process). The big hit determination random number is a random number used in the big hit lottery (big hit determination). The jackpot symbol random number is a random number used when determining the jackpot symbol. The reach determination random number is a random number used in the reach lottery (reach determination) to determine whether or not to form a reach in the case of not winning the big win in the big win lottery. The random number for distribution pattern distribution is a random number used to determine a variation pattern that specifies the variation content of the symbol variation game. Further, the main control CPU 30a has a timer function, and measures time at a predetermined timing (for example, timing at which a symbol variation game is started). The main control RAM 30c stores (sets) various pieces of information (random numbers, timer values, flags, etc.) that are appropriately rewritten during the operation of the pachinko gaming machine.

  The main control ROM 30b stores a main control program, a plurality of types of variation patterns, and the like. The variation pattern is a pattern that is the base of the production from the start of the variation of the symbol (special symbol and ornament) to the final display of the symbol (special symbol and ornament). The fluctuation content (production content) and the fluctuation time (production time) can be specified. Then, as shown in FIGS. 3 (a) to 3 (c), the variation patterns are for the big hit effect shown in FIG. 3 (a), for the outlier reach effect shown in FIG. 3 (b), and in FIG. It is categorized according to the contents of variation consisting of the offending effects shown.

  The jackpot effect is an effect in which the symbol variation game is developed so that, in principle, the reach effect is finally displayed, and finally the jackpot symbol is displayed in a fixed stop state. In the present embodiment, when the symbol variation game is played with specific variation contents, the big hit symbol may be finally displayed in a fixed stop without reaching reach. Further, the outlier reach effect is an effect that is developed so that the symbol variation game is finally subjected to the reach effect and finally the stop symbol is displayed in a fixed stop state. Further, the off-stage effect is an effect that is developed so that the symbol variation game finally displays the out-of-place symbol without stopping and reaching the reach effect. In the reach effect, in the symbol variation game of the effect display device 11, the reach is from the time when the reach is formed (temporarily stopped display) until the symbol combination (big hit symbol or off symbol) is finally derived (determined stop display). It is an effect performed in In the special symbol display device 12, when the symbol variation game is started, the symbol variation is continued until the variation time elapses without performing the reach effect. Also, as shown in FIG. 3, a plurality of random numbers for variation pattern distribution are distributed to each variation pattern in the main control ROM 30b.

  The main control ROM 30b stores a big hit determination value. The jackpot determination value is a determination value used in the jackpot lottery, and is determined from numerical values that can be taken by the jackpot determination random number. And in the pachinko gaming machine of this embodiment, since the probability of winning a big hit in the big win lottery is set to 165/65536, the probability of winning a big win is overwhelmingly harder to win than a loss. Yes. The reach control value is stored in the main control ROM 30b. The reach determination value is a determination value used in the reach lottery, and is determined from numerical values that can be taken by the reach determination random number.

Next, the sub general control board 31 will be described.
On the sub-integrated control board 31, an overall control CPU 31a capable of executing control operations in a predetermined procedure, an overall control ROM 31b for storing an overall control program for the overall control CPU 31a, and writing and reading of necessary data An overall control RAM 31c is provided. In addition to the overall control program, the overall control ROM 31b stores various tables that are referred to when determining various effects. The overall control CPU 31a is equipped with a timer function, and measures time at a predetermined timing (for example, timing at which a symbol variation game is started). The overall control RAM 31c stores (sets) various pieces of information (timer values, flags, etc.) that are appropriately rewritten during the operation of the pachinko gaming machine.

Next, the effect control board 32 will be described.
On the effect control board 32, an effect control CPU 32a capable of executing control operations in a predetermined procedure, an effect control ROM 32b for storing a control program for the effect control CPU 32a, and necessary data can be written and read out. An effect control RAM 32c is provided. The effect display device 11 is connected to the effect control CPU 32a. The effect control CPU 32a is equipped with a timer function, and measures time at a predetermined timing (for example, a timing at which a symbol variation game is started). The effect control ROM 32b stores various image data (image data such as symbols, backgrounds, characters, characters, etc.).

  Hereinafter, various processes such as a special symbol input process and a special symbol start process executed by the main control CPU 30a of the main control board 30 based on the main control program will be described. In the present embodiment, the main control CPU 30a executes various processes such as a special symbol input process and a special symbol start process every predetermined control cycle (for example, 4 ms).

First, the special symbol input process will be described.
When a game ball enters the start winning opening 15 and a detection signal output from the start opening switch SW1 that detects the game ball is input, the main control CPU 30a receives a special symbol for the special symbol stored in the main control RAM 30c. It is determined whether or not the number of reserved memories is less than the upper limit number (4 in this embodiment). When the determination result of the hold determination is affirmative, the main control CPU 30a adds 1 (+1) to the number of reserved memories for the special symbol, and rewrites the number of reserved memories for the special symbol. Further, the main control CPU 30a having affirmed the hold determination acquires the value of the big hit determination random number and the value of the big hit symbol random number from the main control RAM 30c, and associates the value with the number of reserved memories for the special symbol. The data is stored in a predetermined storage area of the main control RAM 30c. When the determination result of the hold determination is negative, the main control CPU 30a does not rewrite the reserved memory number for the special symbol exceeding the upper limit number, and does not acquire the value of each random number described above.

Next, the special symbol start process will be described.
First, the main control CPU 30a determines whether or not a big hit game is being played and whether or not a symbol variation game is being executed. When this determination result is affirmative, the main control CPU 30a ends the special symbol start process.

  On the other hand, if the determination result is negative (not in the symbol variation game and not in the big hit game), the main control CPU 30a reads the reserved memory number for the special symbol stored in the main control RAM 30c, It is determined whether or not the number of reserved memories is larger than “0 (zero)” (whether or not there is a starting reserved ball). When the number of reserved memories is “0”, the main control CPU 30a ends the special symbol start process. On the other hand, when the number of reserved memories is larger than “0”, the main control CPU 30a subtracts 1 from the number of reserved symbols for special symbols, and then the big hit determination random number stored in a predetermined storage area of the main control RAM 30c and Read the value of random number for jackpot symbol. Then, the main control CPU 30a compares the read jackpot determination random number value with the jackpot determination value, and performs a jackpot lottery (jackpot determination) as to whether or not it is a jackpot.

  When the big hit determination random number value matches the big hit determination value in the big hit lottery, the main control CPU 30a executes the big hit fluctuation process because the big hit is won. In the big hit variation processing, the main control CPU 30a determines a big hit symbol as a special symbol to be confirmed and stopped on the special symbol display device 12, and selects and decides a variation pattern from the variation patterns P1 to P4 for the big hit effect. . At that time, the main control CPU 30a obtains a variation pattern distribution random number and determines a variation pattern associated with the obtained variation pattern distribution random number. When determining the big hit symbol, the main control CPU 30a determines the big hit symbol corresponding to the big hit symbol random number obtained together with the big hit determination random number used in the big hit lottery.

  On the other hand, if the value of the big hit determination random number and the big hit determination value do not match in the big hit lottery, the main control CPU 30a executes the deviation variation process because the big hit is not won. In the deviation variation process, the main control CPU 30a determines a special symbol as a special symbol to be displayed on the special symbol display device 12 with a fixed stop.

  Further, the main control CPU 30a acquires a reach determination random number value from the main control RAM 30c, compares the acquired reach determination random number value with the reach determination value, and performs reach lottery (reach determination). When the reach determination random number value and the reach determination value coincide with each other, the main control CPU 30a determines the detachment with reach, and the variation pattern among the variation patterns P5 to P7 for the detachment reach effect including the reach effect. Select and confirm. At that time, the main control CPU 30a obtains a variation pattern distribution random number and determines a variation pattern associated with the obtained variation pattern distribution random number. On the other hand, if the value of the reach determination random number and the reach determination value do not match, the main control CPU 30a determines the detachment without reach and selects and determines the variation pattern P8 for detachment effect not including the reach effect. At that time, the main control CPU 30a obtains a variation pattern distribution random number and determines a variation pattern associated with the obtained variation pattern distribution random number. Note that the main control CPU 30a determines the off symbol as a special symbol without considering the lottery result of the reach lottery. For this reason, the presence / absence of the reach effect cannot be distinguished from the determined type of the missing symbol (special symbol).

  Then, the main control CPU 30a, which has determined the special symbol and the variation pattern in the special symbol start process, outputs a control command generated according to the determination items to the sub overall control board 31 (overall control CPU 31a) at a predetermined timing. Specifically, the main control CPU 30a first outputs a variation pattern designation command for instructing the variation pattern and instructing the start of the symbol variation game at the start of the symbol variation game. In this case, the main control CPU 30a controls the display content of the special symbol display device 12 so as to vary the special symbol. Further, the main control CPU 30a outputs a special symbol stop symbol designating command for designating a special symbol, after outputting the variation pattern designating command. Then, the main control CPU 30a generates a symbol stop command for instructing to stop the variation of the decorative drawing based on the variation time set in the instructed variation pattern, and causing the symbol combination to be confirmed and stopped. A stop command is output as the fluctuation time elapses. In this case, the main control CPU 30a controls the display content of the special symbol display device 12 so that the determined special figure is displayed in a fixed stop state based on the fluctuation time set in the instructed fluctuation pattern.

Next, the jackpot game process executed by the main control CPU 30a when the jackpot lottery is won will be described.
The jackpot game is started after the symbol change game is confirmed and stopped in the symbol change game based on the special figure, and the symbol change game ends. When the big hit game is started, an opening effect indicating the start of the big hit game is first performed. After the opening effect, the round game in which the special winning opening 18 is opened is performed a plurality of times with the predetermined number of rounds as the upper limit. One round game is until the grand prize opening 18 is opened and closed a predetermined number of times, and during one round game, the big prize opening 18 is until a predetermined number of game balls are won. Or until the specified time (round game time) elapses. In round games, round effects are performed. Then, an ending effect indicating the end of the jackpot game is performed, and the jackpot game is ended.

  In the big hit game process, the main control CPU 30a first outputs an opening command for instructing the start of the opening effect to the sub general control board 31 (the general control CPU 31a). Next, the main control CPU 30a controls each round game after the opening effect ends. That is, the main control CPU 30a outputs a round command instructing the start of a round game to the sub-general control board 31 (the overall control CPU 31a) at the start of each round game, and controls the opening and closing of the big prize opening 18. To do. Then, when the final round game is finished, the main control CPU 30a outputs an ending command for instructing the start of the ending effect to the sub-general control board 31 (general control CPU 31a). Thereafter, the main control CPU 30a ends the big hit game when the ending effect ends.

Next, various processes executed by the overall control CPU 31a of the sub overall control board 31 based on the sub control program will be described.
When the various control commands are input, the overall control CPU 31a executes a process according to the control command, and performs a process of outputting the control command to the effect control board 32 (effect control CPU 32a) based on the process. For example, when the CPU 31a for overall control inputs a change pattern designation command, it outputs it to the CPU 32a for effect control. When the general control CPU 31a inputs a special symbol stop symbol designation command and a variation pattern designation command, the overall control CPU 31a determines a symbol combination of decorations to be fixedly stopped and displayed in the symbol variation game of the effect display device 11 according to the commands. To do.

  Specifically, the central control CPU 31a designates a big hit by a decoration when the variation pattern for the big hit effect is designated, the stop symbol designation for the special illustration is the big hit symbol, and the designated special symbol is the big hit symbol. The decoration of each column is determined so that the symbols (design combinations) are displayed in a fixed stop state. In addition, the overall control CPU 31a designates the variation pattern for the offending effect, and when the stop symbol designation for the special symbol is the off symbol, the off symbol (the symbol combination) by the decorative drawing is displayed in a fixed stop manner. Determine the decoration of the column. At this time, the overall control CPU 31a determines a symbol that is not in the same pattern (not in the reach state) as a symbol combination in the specific column (left and right columns) as a symbol combination of the decorative drawing. On the other hand, the central control CPU 31a designates the variation pattern for the outlier reach effect, and when the stop symbol designation for the special figure is the off symbol, the off symbol (the symbol combination) based on the decorative drawing is confirmed and displayed. Next, determine the decoration of each column. At this time, the overall control CPU 31a determines a reach-removed symbol in which the symbols in the specific column (left and right columns) become the same symbol (becomes a reach state) as the symbol combination of the decorative symbols.

  Then, the overall control CPU 31a that has determined the decoration drawing outputs a stop symbol designating command for decoration drawing designating the decoration drawing of each row to the effect control board 32 (effect control CPU 32a). When the overall control CPU 31a receives a symbol stop command, the overall control CPU 31a outputs it to the effect control board 32 (effect control CPU 32a). When the control command output during the big hit game such as the opening command, round command, and ending command is input, the overall control CPU 31a outputs these commands to the effect control board 32 (effect control CPU 32a).

Next, various processes executed by the effect control CPU 32a of the effect control board 32 based on the display control program will be described.
When the change control designation command is input, the effect control CPU 32a selects the image display data based on the change contents instructed by the command. The effect control CPU 32a controls the display content of the effect display device 11 so as to display an image of the symbol variation game based on the image display data. Then, when the effect control CPU 32a inputs a symbol stop command during the symbol variation game, the effect display device 11 confirms and stops the decoration diagram instructed by the stop symbol designation command for decoration when the symbol variation game ends. To finish the symbol variation game.

  In addition, in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment, in a single symbol variation game, it is possible to execute a continuous effect in which a variation cycle in which one cycle from the start of symbol variation to a temporary stop of the symbol is performed multiple times is performed continuously. It is configured. Note that the continuous effect is expressed as an effect only by the effect display device 11 in one symbol variation game performed by the effect display device 11 and the special symbol display device 12. One symbol variation game is started by the start of variation of symbols (special symbols and decorations), and is terminated when the symbol is confirmed and stopped after the variation of symbols is stopped. This one-time symbol variation game is executed in correspondence with one starting and holding ball. In other words, a single symbol variation game with a continuous effect is expressed in a pseudo manner as if a symbol variation game is performed continuously several times in the internal control. Is to be made. For this reason, the symbol variation game with a continuous effect is also called a symbol variation game with a pseudo-ream. Then, in the one symbol variation game with continuous effects of this embodiment, whether or not the big hit symbol (big hit display result) is displayed by the variation cycle number indicating the number of executions of the variable cycle constituting the game. It is configured to change the possibilities. That is, in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment, when the big hit lottery is won, the symbol variation game is easily performed with a continuous production in which the number of executions of the variable cycle is larger than when the big hit lottery is not won. It has become. For this reason, the player changes the sense of expectation for the big hit depending on how many times the variation cycle continues when the symbol variation game is played with a continuous effect during the variation of the symbol (decoration diagram). In the present embodiment, the number of variable cycles constituting the continuous performance is set to any one of “2 times”, “3 times”, and “4 times (maximum number of times)”, and the maximum number of times is 4 times. Is equal to the upper limit of the number of reserved memories for special symbols.

Hereinafter, a configuration and processing for executing a continuous effect will be described in detail.
Whether or not the continuous effect is executed and the number of variable cycles (the number of variable cycles) when the continuous effect is executed are specified from the change pattern. For example, as shown in FIG. 3, the variation content specified from the variation patterns P2 to P4 among the variation patterns P1 to P4 for the big hit effect includes a continuous effect. Then, the fluctuation pattern P2 specifies that the fluctuation cycle number is two. The variation pattern P3 specifies that the number of variation cycles is three. Moreover, the fluctuation pattern P4 specifies that the number of fluctuation cycles is four. In the symbol variation game based on the variation patterns P2 to P4 for the big hit effect, the variation contents of the last (last) variation cycle can be specified based on the variation patterns P2 to P4.

  Specifically, in the symbol variation game based on the variation patterns P2 and P3 for the big hit effect, the big hit symbol is determined and displayed through the reach effect in the final (two or three) variation cycles. Yes. In the symbol variation game based on the variation pattern P4 for the big hit effect, the big hit symbol is suddenly stopped in place of the reach effect in the last (four times) fluctuation cycle. After that, the big hit symbol is displayed to be confirmed and stopped. The variation (symbol variation game) based on the hit effect in the present embodiment is a specific variation content for deriving the jackpot symbol without forming a reach state. In addition, the effect time of the change cycle other than the last in the symbol change game based on the change patterns P2 to P4 for the big hit effect is the same as the effect time specified by the change pattern P8 for the offending effect. On the other hand, the effect time of the last change cycle in the symbol change game based on the variation patterns P2 and P3 for the big hit effect is longer than the effect time specified by the change pattern P8 for the off-stage effect. Further, the effect time of the last variation cycle in the symbol variation game based on the variation pattern P4 for the big hit effect is shorter than the effect time specified by the variation pattern P8 for the outlier effect. That is, the final variation cycle presentation time in the symbol variation game based on the big hit effect variation pattern P4 is greater than the final variation cycle presentation time in the symbol variation game based on the big hit presentation variation pattern P2, P3. It will be a short time.

  Similarly, the variation content specified from the variation patterns P6 and P7 among the variation patterns P5 to P7 for the outlier reach effect includes a continuous effect. And the fluctuation pattern P6 specifies that the number of fluctuation cycles is two. Moreover, the fluctuation pattern P7 specifies that the number of fluctuation cycles is three. In the present embodiment, a variation pattern for specifying that the number of variation cycles is four is not provided as the variation pattern for the outlier reach effect. For this reason, in the present embodiment, the fact that the number of fluctuation cycles is four can be specified only by the fluctuation pattern for the big hit effect. As a result, in this embodiment, depending on the variation (symbol variation game) in which the continuous effect with four variation cycles is executed, the big hit determination (derivation of the big hit symbol) is notified. For this reason, the number of change cycles in the present embodiment is the fixed number of times. Note that the symbol variation game based on the variation patterns P6 and P7 for the outlier reach effect is configured so that the variation contents of the last variation cycle can be specified based on the variation patterns P6 and P7.

  Specifically, in the symbol variation game based on the variation patterns P6 and P7 for the outlier reach effect, the reach out symbol (out of symbol symbol) is displayed in a final stop manner through the reach effect in the final variation cycle. . In the symbol variation game based on the variation patterns P6 and P7 for the outlier reach effect, the effect time in the variation cycle other than the last round is the same as the effect time specified by the variation pattern P8 for the outlier effect. On the other hand, in the symbol variation game based on the variation patterns P6 and P7 for the outlier reach effect, the effect time of the last variation cycle is longer than the effect time specified by the variation pattern P8 for the outlier effect. . That is, the final variation cycle presentation time in the symbol variation game based on the variation pattern P4 for jackpot presentation is more than the presentation time of the last variation cycle in the symbol variation game based on the variation patterns P6 and P7 for outlier reach presentation. It will be a short time.

  Further, the variation pattern P8 for the offending effect does not include the continuous effect in the variation content. That is, in the present embodiment, when a continuous effect is executed, a symbol variation game based on a variation pattern that specifies a loss reach effect and a jackpot effect is being performed. Then, in the symbol variation game in which the continuous effect is executed, at least a reach effect is performed even if it is off.

  Note that the variation patterns P5 to P7 for reach production differ from the variation patterns P1 to P3 for jackpot presentation, and the same variation content can be specified with the same number of variation cycles, while the derived decorations. The pattern is different depending on whether the symbol is a big hit symbol or a reach-removed symbol. The big hit effect variation pattern P4 has a specific variation content that can be specified only in the case of the big hit.

  As shown in FIG. 3, each variation pattern is assigned a variation pattern distribution random number to each variation pattern that can be selected based on the lottery results of the big hit lottery or the reach lottery. When the big hit lottery is won, that is, for the fluctuation patterns P1 to P4 for the big hit effect, the larger the number of fluctuation cycles, the larger the number of fluctuations, except for the fluctuation pattern P4 specified as the number of fluctuation cycles. Pattern distribution random numbers are distributed. In addition, when the winning lottery is not won and the reach lottery is won, that is, for the fluctuation patterns P5 to P7 for outlier reach production, the smaller the fluctuation cycle number, the larger the number of fluctuation pattern distribution random numbers. Yes.

  For this reason, in the symbol variation game with two variation cycles and three variation cycles, the total calculated present rate is the sum of the appearance rate (selection rate) in the case of big hit and the appearance rate (selection rate) in the case of a big hit On the other hand, the ratio of the appearance rate (selection rate) in the case of big hit becomes high when the number of fluctuation cycles is three. Similarly, in a symbol variation game with one variation cycle and two variation cycles, the total calculated present rate is the sum of the appearance rate (selection rate) in the case of big win and the appearance rate (selection rate) in the case of a big hit On the other hand, the ratio of the appearance rate (selection rate) in the case of big hit becomes high when the number of fluctuation cycles is two.

  Further, the smallest number of variation pattern distribution random numbers among the variation patterns for the big hit effect is distributed to the variation pattern P4 for the big hit effect. On the other hand, the variation pattern specifying the variation cycle number of 4 is provided only in the variation pattern for the big hit effect. For this reason, the variation pattern specifying the variation cycle number of 4 can appear (selectable) only in the case of a big hit, and cannot appear (cannot be selected) in the case of a loss. That is, in the symbol variation game with four variation cycles, the appearance rate in the case of a big hit is 100% with respect to the total calculated present rate.

  Therefore, in the present embodiment, regarding the variation pattern including the continuous effect in the variation content, the larger the variation cycle number, the higher the big hit expectation (possibility of big hit), and the variation cycle number is “1”, “1”. The variation pattern of “3 times” than “2 times”, “2 times”, and “4 times” than “3 times” is set so that the big hit expectation is higher. Furthermore, the expected degree of jackpot when the number of fluctuation cycles is “4” is 100%.

  Here, the variation content of the symbol variation game executed based on the variation pattern in the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. Note that the variation content described below is the variation content of the symbol variation game executed on the effect display device 11.

  FIG. 4A shows the variation contents of the symbol variation game based on the variation pattern P8 for the offending effect. In the symbol variation game based on the variation pattern P8, after the symbol variation game is started, the variation of the symbol sequence stops changing in the order of the left column, the right column, and the middle column every time a predetermined time elapses. Is displayed. Hereinafter, the variation content based on the variation pattern P8 for the offending effect is referred to as normal variation.

  FIG. 4B shows the variation contents of the symbol variation game based on the variation patterns P1 and P5 for the big hit effect or the outreach reach effect. In the symbol variation game based on the variation patterns P1 and P5, after the start of the symbol variation game, the specific column (left and right columns) stops variably and a reach state is formed after the elapse of a predetermined time, and then a reach effect is performed and a big hit symbol or The lost symbol that reaches the reach state is derived (determined stop display). In this case, the fluctuation state is stopped in the order of the left column and the right column, and a reach state is formed.

  FIG. 4C shows the variation contents of the symbol variation game based on the variation patterns P2 and P6 for the big hit effect or the outreach reach effect, in which the variation contents include a continuous effect having two variation cycles. In the symbol variation game based on the variation patterns P2 and P6, normal variation is performed as the first variation cycle after the symbol variation game is started. Thereafter, in the symbol variation game based on the variation patterns P2 and P6, after the start of the second variation cycle, which is the final round, the specific column (left and right columns) stops variably and a reach state is formed after a predetermined time has elapsed. After the reach effect, the big hit symbol or the reach off symbol is derived (determined stop display). In this case, there are a case where the reach state is formed by changing and stopping in the order of the left column and the right column, and a case where the reach state is formed by changing and stopping in the order of the right column and the left column.

  FIG. 4D shows the variation content of the symbol variation game based on the variation patterns P3 and P7 for the big hit effect or the outreach reach effect including the continuous effect of the variation cycle number of 3 in the variation content. In the symbol variation game based on the variation patterns P3 and P7, normal variation is performed as the first and second variation cycles after the symbol variation game is started. Thereafter, in the symbol variation game based on the variation patterns P3 and P7, after the start of the third variation cycle, which is the final round, the specific column (left and right columns) stops variably and a reach state is formed after a predetermined time has elapsed. After the reach effect, the big hit symbol or the reach off symbol is derived (determined stop display). In this case, the fluctuation state is stopped in the order of the left column and the right column, and a reach state is formed.

  FIG. 4 (e) shows the variation content of the symbol variation game based on the variation pattern P4 for the big hit effect, including the continuous content of the variation cycle number of 4 in the variation content. In the symbol variation game based on the variation pattern P4, after the symbol variation game is started, normal variation is performed as the first, second, and third variation cycles. After that, in the symbol variation game based on the variation pattern P4, after the start of the fourth variation cycle, which is the last round, the big hit symbol is confirmed and stopped after an abrupt effect in which the big hit symbol is suddenly stopped after a predetermined time. It has come to be. In this case, not all the specific columns (left and right columns) are variably stopped, but all the columns including the specific columns are variably stopped and the big hit symbol is variably stopped. For this reason, in the present embodiment, the fourth fluctuation cycle becomes the fluctuation cycle of the final number of times that the jackpot is determined, while the third fluctuation cycle immediately before the final number of times becomes the fluctuation cycle immediately before the final number of determinations. On the other hand, the second and first fluctuation cycles are the fluctuation cycles before immediately before the fixed number of times.

  In the present embodiment, whether or not to execute a continuous effect for notifying that the next variation cycle is performed from the middle of the variation in the variation cycle other than the last time among the variation cycles constituting the continuous performance. It is designed to be accompanied by various scolding effects. For this reason, in the normal variation performed in the variation cycle other than the final cycle among the variation cycles constituting the continuous performance, the variation content based on the variation pattern P8 is the same up to the middle of the variation, but the variation due to various squeak effects from the middle The content will be transferred. In addition, various roaring effects are also used when the reach state is formed in the last variation cycle among the variation cycles constituting the continuous effect, or when the reach state is formed in a symbol variation game that does not include the continuous effect in the variation content. It is a production that appears. In addition, in the last variation cycle of the variation cycle that constitutes the continuous production, and in the symbol variation game that does not include the continuous production in the variation content, after being played with the normal variation first, after various scoring production etc., reach state It will move to.

  Then, in the pachinko gaming machine of this embodiment, as a continuation effect informing that the next change cycle is performed, the middle row that is the final stop row in each row of the symbol change game by the decorative drawing is displayed in FIG. ) Etc., the continuation symbol (dedicated symbol) as the continuation notification symbol in which the [continuous] character is drawn is suspended. The continuation symbol makes it possible to stop the change only in the scene of the continuous effect, while making it impossible to stop the change in the scene other than the continuous effect. Then, in the various roaring effects, an effect is performed in which whether or not the continuation symbol fluctuates and stops in the middle row is performed.

  Moreover, in this embodiment, the continuous effect that the said continuous symbol fluctuates and stops in a middle row is performed in the variable cycle before the last time among the variable cycles constituting the continuous effect. And when these continuation symbols are fluctuated and stopped in the middle row and the continuation effect is performed, in the other columns (left and right columns), the same symbol fluctuates and stops when different symbols fluctuate. There is a time. In the following, when the continuation symbol fluctuates and stops in the middle row and the continuation effect is performed, the symbol combination in the case where a different symbol fluctuates in the other columns (left and right columns) is referred to as a chance continuation eye. Also, in the following, when the continuation symbol is variably stopped in the middle row and the continuation effect is performed, the symbol combination in the case where the same symbol is variably stopped in the other columns (left and right columns) is referred to as a hearing continuation eye. .

  And, when the continuous production is performed, the chance continuation eye can appear from either the state where the reach state cannot be formed once (usually, it can become a deviated pattern) or the state where the reach state is once formed. . Moreover, when a continuous effect is performed, the hearing continuation eye may appear once from the state where the reach state is formed. For this reason, the state where the reach state is not formed or the state where the reach state is formed can be a sign of the appearance of the chance continuation eye. In addition, the reach state can be a sign of the appearance of the continuation of hearing. In addition, in such a scene where the chance continuation eyes and the hearing continuation eyes are fluctuated and stopped, the decorative drawing of each row is temporarily stopped.

  As described above, in the symbol variation game in which the variation content according to the present embodiment includes a continuous effect, a reach state can be formed even in a variation cycle in the middle other than the final round. On the other hand, in the symbol variation game in which the variation contents include a continuous effect, a reach effect can be formed that leads to the final derivation of the decoration drawing after the reach state is formed only in the last variation cycle. And in the symbol variation game where the variation contents include continuous effects, the reach state is formed in the final variation cycle except when the variation cycle number is 4, and finally the decoration drawing is derived. It will lead to.

  In the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment, in the symbol variation game in which the variation content includes a continuous effect, when the number of variation cycles is two and three, the variation time in the variation cycle before the final round (normal variation) Are all set at the same time. As a result, the player cannot determine the number of variable cycles based on the length of the variable cycle. On the other hand, in the symbol variation game in which the variation contents include continuous production, when the number of variation cycles is four, the variation time in the last variation cycle (impact production) is the variation time in the variation cycle before the last ( It is set shorter than normal fluctuation. Thereby, in the scene after the notification of the big hit confirmation, the effect result based on the notification can be derived as soon as possible without unnecessarily increasing the fluctuation time. In addition, in a symbol variation game in which variation contents include a continuous effect, a variation cycle that is normally varied, a variation cycle that is a reach effect that leads to the derivation of a decorative drawing after a reach state is formed, and an abrupt effect. Fluctuation cycle, each consisting of one fluctuation cycle.

Next, a process for executing a continuous effect will be described.
As described above, the main control CPU 30a determines a variation pattern in the process related to the execution of the symbol variation game, and outputs a variation pattern designation command for designating the determined variation pattern. Further, when the CPU 31a for overall control inputs a variation pattern designation command for designating the variation patterns P2 to P4, P6, and P7 that include the continuous effect in the variation content, the overall control execution process related to the continuous effect is executed.

  In the continuous effect execution process, when specifying that the continuous effect is executed from the instructed variation pattern, the overall control CPU 31a identifies the number of variation cycles, selects the variation content in each variation cycle, and determines it. . In this case, the overall control CPU 31a is as shown in FIGS. 5A to 5D among the cycle patterns CP21 to CP26, CP31 to CP36, and CP41 to CP46, which can specify the variation contents of each variation cycle. In addition, one of selectable cycle patterns is selected according to the variation pattern (number of variation cycles). Then, the overall control CPU 31a determines the variation contents in each variation cycle by selecting the cycle pattern.

  Here, specific fluctuation contents of the cycle patterns CP21 to CP26, CP31 to CP36, and CP41 to CP46 are shown in FIGS. 6A, 6B, 7A, 7B, and 8A. , (B) will be described together with the operation of the decorative drawing in the effect display device 11 (image display unit GH).

  The cycle patterns CP21 to CP23, CP31 to CP33, and CP41 to CP43 specify the variation content that becomes the chance continuation by “separation → continuation” in the first variation cycle. Then, as shown in FIG. 6 (a), in the image display unit GH, after different symbols stop changing in a specific column (left and right columns), the continuation symbol appears in the middle column, and changes display according to the appearance. A normal turning effect is performed in which whether or not the continuation symbol stops changing in a middle row with a slow fluctuation that is slower than the above. In this case, the state where the left column and the right column are variably stopped and the middle column of the final stop column is variably displayed.

  As a result, when the continuation symbol is variably stopped in the middle row (continuation), the image display unit GH performs a continuation effect in which the chance continuation ([1, continuation, 3]) is variably stopped. Thereafter, in the image display unit GH, the next (second) fluctuation cycle is performed. On the other hand, when the continuation symbol does not stop variably in the middle row (displacement), in the image display unit GH, the continuation symbol further varies by one symbol and the detachment symbol ([143]) is normally variably stopped. In this case, since it is determined that the game is a symbol variation game based on the variation pattern P8 for deviation effect, if the symbol variation game of this time is terminated and there is a symbol variation game held on the image display unit GH. The next symbol variation game will be played.

  In addition, the cycle patterns CP24 to CP26, CP34 to CP36, and CP44 to CP46 specify the content of fluctuation that is the first continuation of hearing in the first fluctuation cycle. Then, as shown in FIG. 6B, in the image display unit GH, the same symbol stops changing in a specific column (left and right columns), and once the reach state is formed, the continuation symbol appears in the middle column. Normal production is performed. In this case, it is a reach state in which the variation is stopped in the order of the left column and the right column, and the middle column of the final stop column is variably displayed.

  As a result, when the continuation symbol fluctuates and stops in the middle row (continuation), the image display unit GH performs a continuous effect in which the continuation of hearing ([1 · continuous · 1]) is suspended. Thereafter, in the image display unit GH, the next (second) fluctuation cycle is performed. On the other hand, when the continuation symbol does not stop in the middle row and maintains the reach state as it is (reach), in the image display unit GH, the continuation symbol further varies by one symbol and the middle row variation display is maintained. A reach logo effect (reach establishment effect) in which “reach” is displayed as an image is performed. In the present embodiment, the appearance of the reach logo effect will notify that the reach effect that will eventually lead to the derivation of the decorative drawing will be performed without continuing the fluctuation cycle. For this reason, when the reach state is formed, there is a possibility that the fluctuation cycle continues until the reach logo effect appears. In this case, since it is determined that the game is a symbol variation game based on the variation patterns P1 and P5 for the big hit effect or the outreach reach effect, the image display unit GH performs the corresponding reach effect and the corresponding decorative pattern symbol. A combination will be derived.

  In the first variation cycle based on these cycle patterns (before the final determination number), in principle, the same as in the symbol variation game in which the continuous effect is performed so that the variation is stopped in the order of the left column, the right column, and the middle column. The content of the change performed in the normal change mode is specified.

  In addition, the cycle patterns CP21, CP24, CP31, CP34, CP41, CP44 specify the content of fluctuation that becomes “left stop → pseudo-turning” in the second fluctuation cycle. In addition, since the cycle pattern CP21, CP24 is the second time, the variation content of “left stop → pseudo ringing → listening” is specified. On the other hand, the cycle patterns CP31, CP34, CP41, and CP44 are the third or fourth round, so the variation content that is the chance continuation is specified by “Left Stop → Pseudo Roll → Continue”. Then, as illustrated in FIG. 7A, in the image display unit GH, the decorative drawing stops changing in the left column among the specific columns (left and right columns), and the right column and the final stop in the specific columns (left and right columns). The middle row of the row is displayed in a variably synchronized manner at the same speed, and a pseudo turn effect is performed to determine whether or not a reach state is to be formed. In the simulated turning effect, the transition to the reach effect is notified if the reach state is formed, while the transition to the next fluctuation cycle is notified if the reach state is not formed. In this case, the right row has the same symbol as the left column, while the right column and the middle column are different symbols. In this case, the left column is in a state in which the fluctuation is stopped, and the right column and the middle column are in a variable display.

  As a result, when the reach state is maintained as it is (reach), a reach logo effect is performed on the image display unit GH. In this case, since it is determined that the game is a symbol variation game based on the variation patterns P2, P6 (cycle patterns CP21, CP24) for the big hit effect or the outlier reach effect, the corresponding reach effect is performed in the image display unit GH. And the design combination of the corresponding decoration drawing is derived | led-out. On the other hand, when the reach state is not maintained as it is (continuation), in the image display unit GH, after the symbols in each column form a reach state ([121]), the right column and the middle column are further synchronized. Then, the continuation effect is performed in which the chance continuation ([1 · continuous · 2]) fluctuates and stops after each symbol fluctuates. In this case, the continuation symbol is variably displayed in the middle column and [2] is variably displayed in the right column. Thereafter, the next (third) variation cycle is performed in the image display unit GH.

  In addition, the cycle patterns CP22, CP25, CP32, CP35, CP42, and CP45 specify the variation content that becomes “right stop → pseudo-turning” in the second variation cycle. Further, since the cycle pattern CP22, CP25 is the second time, the variation content “right stop → simultaneous listening → listening” is specified. On the other hand, the cycle patterns CP32, CP35, CP42, and CP45 have the third or fourth round, and therefore, the variation content that is the chance continuation is specified by “right stop → simultaneous turning → continuation”. Then, as shown in FIG. 7B, in the image display unit GH, the decorative drawing fluctuates in the right column of the specific column (left and right columns), and the left column and the final stop in the specific column (left and right columns). The middle row of the row is displayed in a variably synchronized manner at the same speed, and a pseudo turn effect is performed to determine whether or not a reach state is to be formed. In this case, the left row has the same symbol as the right column, while the left column and the middle column are different symbols. In this case, the right column is in a state where the fluctuation is stopped and the left column and the middle column are in a variable display.

  As a result, when the reach state is maintained as it is (reach), a reach logo effect is performed on the image display unit GH. In this case, since it is determined that the game is a symbol variation game based on the variation patterns P2 and P6 (cycle patterns CP22 and CP25) for the big hit effect or the outlier reach effect, the corresponding reach effect is performed in the image display unit GH. And the design combination of the corresponding decoration drawing is derived | led-out. On the other hand, when the reach state is not maintained as it is (continuation), in the image display unit GH, after the symbols in each column form a reach state ([121]), the left column and the middle column are further synchronized. Each time, it fluctuates by one symbol, and the chance continuation ([2 · continuous · 1]) is suspended. In this case, [2] is displayed in the left column and the continuation symbol is displayed in a variable manner in the middle column. Thereafter, the next (third) variation cycle is performed in the image display unit GH.

  In the second fluctuation cycle (before the fixed number of times) based on these cycle patterns, different from the normal fluctuation mode, a plurality of columns (left column or right column) including the final stop column (middle column) are synchronized. Prior to the change, the change contents to be performed in the first special change mode in which the change of the symbols in the other symbol rows (left column or right column) is stopped are specified.

  In addition, the cycle patterns CP23, CP26, CP33, CP36, CP43, CP46 specify the fluctuation content that becomes “listening → listening” in the second fluctuation cycle. Further, since the cycle pattern CP23, CP26 is the second time, the variation content “listening → listening → listening” is specified. On the other hand, since the cycle pattern CP33, CP36, CP43, CP46 is the third or fourth time, the variation content that becomes the continuation of hearing is specified by “listening → listening → continuation”. Then, as shown in FIG. 8A, in the image display unit GH, after the reach state is formed, a listening effect is made to vibrate whether or not to maintain the reach state by vibrating the right column as the reach state hearing pattern. Is done. In the listening effect, if the reach state is formed, the transition to the reach effect is notified, while if the reach state is not formed, the transition to the next fluctuation cycle is notified. In this case, it is a reach state in which the variation is stopped in the order of the left column and the right column, and the middle column of the final stop column is variably displayed.

  As a result, when the reach state is maintained as it is (reach), a reach logo effect is performed on the image display unit GH. In this case, since it is determined that the game is a symbol variation game based on the variation patterns P2, P6 (cycle patterns CP23, CP26) for the big hit effect or the outreach reach effect, the corresponding reach effect is performed in the image display unit GH. And the design combination of the corresponding decoration drawing is derived | led-out. On the other hand, when the reach state is not maintained as it is (continuation), in the image display unit GH, the right row and the middle row are synchronized with each other by one symbol, and the chance continuation ([1, continuation, 2]) is suspended. Continued production is performed. In this case, the continuation symbol is variably displayed in the middle column and [2] is variably displayed in the right column. Thereafter, the next (third) variation cycle is performed in the image display unit GH.

  In the second fluctuation cycle (before the fixed number of times) based on these cycle patterns, it is different from the normal fluctuation mode, and a plurality of columns (left column and right column) other than the final stop column (middle column) are varied. After the stop and the last stop column are displayed in a variable manner, the contents of the change performed in the second special variation mode that can re-variate the right column that has already been subjected to the variable stop are specified.

  Further, since the final pattern is the third time in the cycle patterns CP31 to CP36, the variation content that becomes “listening” in the third variation cycle is specified. In addition, since the cycle pattern CP41 to CP46 has the final number of four times, the variation content that becomes the continuation of hearing is specified by “listening → continuation”. Then, as in the case shown in FIG. 6B, in the image display unit GH, the same symbol is suspended in a specific column (left and right columns), and once the reach state is formed, the continuation symbol is displayed in the middle column. Will appear, and a normal hitting effect will be performed.

  As a result, when the continuation symbol fluctuates and stops in the middle row (continuation), the image display unit GH performs a continuous effect in which the continuation of hearing ([1 · continuous · 1]) is suspended. Thereafter, in the image display unit GH, the next (fourth) fluctuation cycle is performed. At this point of time, it is determined that the game is a symbol variation game based on the variation pattern P4 for the big hit effect (big hit decision). On the other hand, when the continuation symbol does not stop changing in the middle row (reach), the image display unit GH further changes the continuation symbol by one symbol and maintains the middle row variation display as it is, and “reach” is displayed as an image. Reach logo production (reach establishment production) is performed. In the present embodiment, the appearance of the reach logo effect will notify that the reach effect that will eventually lead to the derivation of the decorative drawing will be performed without continuing the fluctuation cycle. In this case, since it is determined that the game is a symbol variation game based on the variation patterns P3 and P7 for the big hit effect or the outlier reach effect, the image display unit GH performs the corresponding reach effect and the corresponding decorative pattern symbol. A combination will be derived.

  Further, since the final pattern is the fourth time in the cycle patterns CP41 to CP46, the variation content that becomes the “striking effect” in the fourth variation cycle is specified. Then, as shown in FIG. 8B, in the image display unit GH, after the continuation of hearing ([1 · continuous · 1]) is stopped in the immediately preceding third change cycle, the change display of all columns is performed. Is started, and all the columns including the specific column are stopped and fluctuated at the same time, and a winning effect for deriving the jackpot symbol ([111]) is performed. Thereafter, in the image display unit GH, an effect related to the big hit game (opening effect or the like) is performed.

  And in this embodiment, as shown to Fig.5 (a)-(d), the random number for cycle pattern distribution is distributed for every selectable cycle pattern. Then, the overall control CPU 31a selects (lots) a cycle pattern using a cycle pattern distribution random number. The overall control CPU 31a executes a random number update process (random number generation process) for updating the cycle pattern distribution random number value at predetermined intervals. The cycle pattern distribution random numbers are updated at predetermined intervals and stored in the overall control RAM 31c.

  Specifically, the overall control CPU 31a specifies two times as shown in FIGS. 5A and 5B when the fluctuation cycle number specifies two, that is, when the fluctuation patterns P2 and P6 are designated. Any one of cycle patterns CP21 to CP26 capable of specifying the fluctuation contents of the fluctuation cycle is selected. In this case, the reach effect (variation content) after the formation of the reach state in the second variation cycle that is the final time is specified by the designated variation pattern. Then, the central control CPU 31a selects a cycle pattern in a random number distribution manner based on FIG. 5A in the case of the variation pattern P2 (big hit) for the big hit effect. On the other hand, the CPU 31a for overall control selects a cycle pattern in a random number distribution manner based on FIG.

  When the number of fluctuation cycles is specified as three, that is, when the fluctuation patterns P3 and P7 are instructed, the overall control CPU 31a displays the fluctuation contents of the three fluctuation cycles as shown in FIG. One of the cycle patterns CP31 to CP36 that can be specified is selected. In this case, the reach effect (variation content) after the formation of the reach state in the third variation cycle that is the final time is specified by the instructed variation pattern. The overall control CPU 31a distributes random numbers based on FIG. 5C regardless of the variation pattern P3 (big hit) for the big hit effect and the variation pattern P7 (loss) for the loss reach production. The cycle pattern is selected in a manner.

  Further, when the number of fluctuation cycles is specified as four, that is, when the fluctuation pattern P4 is instructed, the overall control CPU 31a specifies the fluctuation contents of the four fluctuation cycles as shown in FIG. One of the cycle patterns CP41 to CP46 that can be selected is selected. In this case, the variation content in the fourth variation cycle, which is the final round in this case, is identified as an abrupt effect. In this case, the overall control CPU 31a selects a cycle pattern in a random number distribution manner based on FIG.

  For this reason, in this embodiment, in the symbol variation game in which the variation content includes a continuous effect, the big hit expectation increases when the first variation cycle is “Ballet → Continue”, and the second variation cycle is “listening”. ”Is configured to increase the expectation level for jackpots. In the present embodiment, in the symbol variation game in which the variation content includes a continuous effect, the first variation cycle is “Bracket → Continue” or the second variation cycle is via “listening”. However, it is configured so that the number of fluctuation cycles can be expected.

  That is, in this embodiment, if the number of cycles is two, the case of a big hit with respect to the total calculated current rate obtained by adding up the appearance rate (selection rate) in the case of a big hit and the appearance rate (selection rate) in the case of a big hit The ratio of the appearance rate (selection rate) of the above becomes high when the first fluctuation cycle is “listening → continuation”. If the number of fluctuating cycles is two, the appearance rate (selection) in the case of jackpot against the total calculated current rate, which is the sum of the appearance rate (selection rate) in the case of big hit and the appearance rate (selection rate) in the case of big hit Rate) is high when the second fluctuation cycle is “listening → hearing” and the first fluctuation cycle is “listening → continuation” and the second fluctuation cycle is “listening → hearing”. Become. Also, if the number of fluctuation cycles is 3, for the cycle pattern that specifies the same contents in the first and second times (variation contents up to various roaring effects) when the number of fluctuation cycles is 2 and the big hit The distribution pattern of the random numbers for cycle pattern distribution is the same. In addition, if the number of fluctuation cycles is four, for the cycle pattern that specifies the same content in the first and second times (variation contents up to various roaring effects) when the number of fluctuation cycles is different from two times The distribution pattern of the random numbers for cycle pattern distribution is the same.

  Further, the overall control CPU 31a determines a symbol combination of decorations to be stopped (changed once) in a change cycle other than the last time. At this time, the overall control CPU 31a determines either the chance continuation eye or the hearing continuation eye based on the variation content specified from the cycle pattern, and also determines the decoration of each row constituting these. Then, the overall control CPU 31a determines that the specific row (left and right rows) is a different decorative pattern if the chance is to continue, while the specific row (left and right rows) is the same symbol if the hearing is to continue. Decide to make a decoration. In addition, with respect to the middle row, the decoration drawing as the continuation symbol is determined.

  In addition, in the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment, when the next variation cycle is continued in the symbol variation game in which the variation content includes the continuous representation, the continuous predictive logo production in which “not yet” is displayed is performed. There is. The continuous sign logo production is performed prior to the continuous production, and is performed at a timing accompanying the formation of the reach state, and at a timing before the timing of the reach logo production. In addition, the continuous sign logo production is performed only when the next fluctuation cycle is continued. For this reason, the continuous sign logo effect in the present embodiment is a continuous sign effect that predicts the appearance of the continuous effect.

  Then, the overall control CPU 31a selects (lots) and determines the execution mode (whether or not to perform the continuous sign logo effect) in each fluctuation cycle. The overall control CPU 31a determines the execution mode of the continuous sign logo effect after selecting the cycle pattern and determining the variation content of each variation cycle. In this case, the overall control CPU 31a, as shown in FIG. 9, among the logo patterns RP21, RP22, RP31 to RP34, and RP41 to RP48 that can specify the execution mode of the continuous predictive logo effect in each fluctuation cycle, Select one of the selectable logo patterns according to the number of variable cycles. Then, the overall control CPU 31a determines the execution mode of the continuous sign logo effect in each change cycle by selecting the logo pattern. In the present embodiment, the overall control CPU 31a for lottering the execution mode (whether or not) of the continuous sign logo effect functions as the sign lottery means.

  Here, the logo patterns RP21, RP22, RP31 to RP34, and RP41 to RP48 will be described with reference to FIG. In FIG. 9, the case where the continuous sign logo effect is performed is indicated by “◯”, and the case where the continuous sign logo effect is not performed is indicated by “x”.

  Logo patterns RP21 and RP22 specify the execution mode of the continuous sign logo effect when the number of fluctuation cycles is two. In this case, the continuous sign logo production can be performed in the first fluctuation cycle. Then, the logo pattern RP21 specifies that the continuous sign logo production is not performed in the first fluctuation cycle. Further, the logo pattern RP22 specifies that a continuous sign logo production is performed in the first fluctuation cycle.

  Further, the logo patterns RP31 to RP34 specify the execution mode of the continuous sign logo effect when the number of fluctuation cycles is three. In this case, the continuous sign logo production can be performed in the first and second fluctuation cycles. Then, the logo pattern RP31 specifies that the continuous sign logo effect is not performed in the first and second fluctuation cycles. Further, the logo patterns RP32 and RP33 specify that the continuous predictive logo effect is performed in either the first or second fluctuation cycle. Further, the logo pattern RP34 specifies that the continuous sign logo effect is performed in the first and second fluctuation cycles.

  Logo patterns RP41 to RP48 specify the execution mode of the continuous sign logo effect when the number of fluctuation cycles is four. In this case, the continuous sign logo effect can be performed in the first, second, and third fluctuation cycles. Then, the logo pattern RP41 specifies that the continuous sign logo effect is not performed in the first, second, and third fluctuation cycles. Further, the logo patterns RP42 to RP44 specify that the continuous sign logo effect is performed in any of the first, second, and third fluctuation cycles. Further, the logo patterns RP45 to RP47 specify that the continuous sign logo effect is performed in any two fluctuation cycles of the first time, the second time, and the third time. Further, the logo pattern RP48 specifies that the continuous sign logo effect is performed in the first, second, and third fluctuation cycles.

  And in this embodiment, the random number for logo pattern distribution is distributed for every logo pattern which can be selected according to the number of fluctuation cycles. Then, the overall control CPU 31a selects (lots) a logo pattern using a logo pattern distribution random number. The overall control CPU 31a executes a random number update process (random number generation process) for updating the logo pattern distribution random number every predetermined cycle. The logo pattern distribution random numbers are updated at predetermined intervals and stored in the overall control RAM 31c.

  Then, in the pachinko gaming machine of the present embodiment, when comparing the case of the big hit, the random number for distributing the logo pattern so that the continuous sign logo production is easily performed in the case of the big win regardless of the number of fluctuation cycles. Is distributed. Furthermore, when the number of fluctuation cycles is 3, the random number for distributing the logo pattern is distributed so that the logo pattern RP34 <RP33 <RP32 <RP31 can be easily selected in the order, regardless of whether it is a big hit or not. Yes. When the number of fluctuation cycles is 4, the logo pattern RP48 <RP47 <RP46 <RP45 <RP44 <RP43 <RP42 <RP42 <RP41 so that the logo can be easily selected in the order, regardless of whether it is a big hit or not. Pattern distribution random numbers are distributed. In other words, in the present embodiment, when the number of consecutive predictive logo effects is easily increased and the number of consecutive predictive logo effects is the same, the number of consecutive predictive logo effects is likely to be increased in the case of a big hit. It is structured so that the continuous sign logo production is easily performed in the fluctuation cycle.

Next, a specific execution mode of the continuous sign logo effect will be described based on FIGS. 10A and 10B together with the operation of the decorative drawing in the effect display device 11 (image display unit GH).
FIG. 10A shows a case where the reach state is formed during the fluctuation cycle and the normal listening effect and the listening effect are performed. Then, as shown in FIG. 10 (a), when these turning effects are performed, after the reach state is formed in the image display unit GH, the continuous sign logo effects are performed with the start of these turning effects. In this case, the timing of the continuous sign logo production is after the formation of the reach state shown in FIGS. 6 (a) and 8 (a).

  Further, FIG. 10B shows a case where a simulated turn effect is performed during the fluctuation cycle and a reach state is formed. And as shown in FIG.10 (b), when these turning effects are performed, in the image display part GH, a continuous sign logo effect is performed in connection with a reach state being formed in the middle of a pseudo-turning effect. In this case, the timing of the continuous sign logo production is the time when the reach state shown in FIGS. 7A and 7B is formed.

  In the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment, in a symbol variation game in which the variation content includes a continuous effect, a cycle notice effect (notice effect) may be performed at the start of each variation cycle. The cycle notice effect is performed prior to the continuation effect, and is performed at the timing associated with the start of the variable cycle. It should be noted that the cycle notice effect is not performed in the fourth fluctuation cycle in which the big hit confirmation is notified. Furthermore, the cycle notice effect is performed in such a manner that an image suggesting a big hit expectation degree (possibility of a big hit) is displayed on the image display unit GH, and the degree of the big hit expectation degree is suggested (notified) depending on the type of the image. Performed as a production. The cycle notice effect includes a notice content of “None” for displaying no image, a notice content for displaying a character of “Low”, a notice content of displaying a character of “Medium”, 4 types of notice contents for displaying an image of the character “ In the notice content of the cycle notice effect, a high jackpot expectation is suggested (notified) in the order of “none” <“low” <“medium” <“high”. It should be noted that the cycle notice effect is configured so that it can be performed even in a symbol variation game when the variation content does not include a continuous effect.

  Then, the overall control CPU 31a selects (lottery) and determines the notice content of the cycle notice effect in each change cycle. The overall control CPU 31a determines the notice content of the cycle notice effect based on the variation pattern regardless of the cycle pattern. The overall control CPU 31a first determines the content of the notice in the last fluctuation cycle, and then determines the content of the notice in the fluctuation cycle other than the last time when determining the notice content of the cycle notice effect. Note that the overall control CPU 31a determines the notice content in the third variation cycle because the third variation cycle is a substantial final round of the cycle notice effect in a scene where the number of variation cycles is four.

Next, the process in which the overall control CPU 31a determines the notice content of the cycle notice effect will be described with reference to FIGS. 11 (a) to 11 (d).
The overall control CPU 31a, regardless of whether or not the variation content includes a continuous effect, based on the result of the notice content lottery for the game start effect performed in conjunction with the start of the symbol variation game, To decide.

  The overall control CPU 31a in the present embodiment performs a lottery for a preliminary announcement content regarding the game start effect every time the symbol variation game is started, regardless of whether the variation content includes a continuous effect. Since the game start effect is performed with the start of the symbol variation game, it can be performed even when the variation content includes a continuous effect. That is, in this embodiment, the game start effect that can be performed regardless of the content of the change is added to the element that determines the cycle notice effect. Then, the game start effect is performed in such a manner that the screen color of the display screen of the image display unit GH is changed, and is also performed as an effect of suggesting (notifying) whether or not the big hit expectation is high or low depending on the type of the screen color. Then, at the start of the game, the “None” notice content that does not change the screen color, the notice content that changes to the “white” screen color, the notice content that changes to the “red” screen color, "4 types of notice contents to be changed to the screen color" are set. Then, in the notice content of the effect at the start of the game, a high jackpot expectation is suggested (notified) in the order of “none” <“white” <“red” <“gold”.

  Then, the overall control CPU 31a selects (lotteries) and determines the notice content of the game start effect based on the variation pattern. In this selection, a random number lottery is executed by assigning random numbers so that the probability of determining each notice content becomes a predetermined probability. In the pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment, random numbers are distributed in such a manner that the jackpot expectation increases in the order of “none” <“white” <“red” <“gold”.

  Then, the overall control CPU 31a selects (lottery) the effect contents of the cycle notice effect in the last change cycle, as shown in FIG. ,decide. In the present embodiment, the first cycle distribution random numbers are assigned to each notice content based on the notice content of the game start effect. Then, the overall control CPU 31a selects (lottery) the notice content in the last variation cycle using the first cycle distribution random number. The overall control CPU 31a executes a random number update process (random number generation process) for updating the value of the first cycle start distribution random number every predetermined cycle. The first cycle distribution random numbers are updated at predetermined intervals and stored in the overall control RAM 31c.

  And in the pachinko machine of this embodiment, the higher the big hit expectation level of the notice content at the start of the game, the higher the big hit expectation level is, suggesting (notifying) that the big hit expectation level is higher. The random numbers for the first cycle distribution are distributed so that it can be easily performed. That is, in the present embodiment, if the notice content of the game start effect is “none”, the first cycle distribution random number is set so that the notice content of the cycle notice effect is easily performed in the order of “medium” <“low”. Is distributed. Also, in this embodiment, if the notice content of the game start effect is “white”, the notice content of the cycle start effect is easy to be performed in the order of “medium” <“low” and the notice content of the game start effect is Random numbers for first cycle distribution are distributed so that “medium” can be performed more easily than “none”. Also, in this embodiment, if the notice content of the game start effect is “red”, the notice content of the cycle notice effect can be easily performed in the order of “high” <“low” <“medium” and the effect at the start of the game. The random numbers for the first cycle distribution are distributed so that “low” and “medium” are less likely to be performed than in the case where the notice content of “None” and “White”. Further, in this embodiment, if the notice content of the game start effect is “gold”, the notice content of the cycle notice effect can be easily performed in the order of “low” <“medium” <“high” and the effect at the start of the game. The first cycle distribution random numbers are distributed so that the advance notice content is more likely to be “high” than in other cases. In the last fluctuation cycle, the first cycle distribution random numbers are distributed so that “None” cannot be performed.

  Then, the CPU 31a for overall control determines the notice content of the third variable cycle if the number of variable cycles is three or four by determining the notice contents of the cycle notice effect of the last variable cycle. On the other hand, if the number of fluctuation cycles is two, the notice content of the second fluctuation cycle is determined. For this reason, if the number of change cycles is 3 or 4, the overall control CPU 31a next determines the notice content of the cycle notice effect of the second change cycle.

  In this case, the overall control CPU 31a selects (lottery) the effect contents of the cycle notice effect in the second change cycle, as shown in FIG. 11B, based on the notice contents of the final change cycle. ) And decide. The overall control CPU 31a does not perform such processing if the number of fluctuation cycles is two.

  In the present embodiment, the second cycle distribution random numbers are assigned to each notice content based on the notice content of the last fluctuation cycle. Then, the overall control CPU 31a selects (lottery) the notice content in the second variation cycle using the second cycle distribution random number. The overall control CPU 31a executes a random number update process (random number generation process) for updating the value of the second cycle distribution random number every predetermined period. The second cycle distribution random number is updated at predetermined intervals and stored in the overall control RAM 31c.

  And in the pachinko machine of this embodiment, the random numbers for the second cycle distribution are distributed so that the notice content having a higher jackpot expectation than the notice content of the cycle notice effect of the last variable cycle cannot be performed. ing. Further, in the present embodiment, the higher the expected value of the jackpot of the notice content of the cycle notice effect of the last fluctuation cycle, the higher the expected value of the jackpot is indicated (notified). The second cycle distribution random numbers are distributed so as to facilitate the process. That is, in the present embodiment, if the last notice content is “low”, the second cycle distribution random numbers are distributed so that only “low” is given as the notice content of the cycle notice effect. Also, in this embodiment, if the final notice content is “medium”, “low” and “medium” can be performed as the notice content of the cycle notice effect, and “middle” <“low” is performed in this order. Random numbers for second cycle distribution are distributed so that they can be easily assigned. In the present embodiment, if the final notice content is “high”, “low”, “medium”, and “high” may be performed as the notice content of the cycle notice effect, and “low” <“ The random numbers for the second cycle distribution are distributed so as to be easily performed in the order of “medium” <“high”. In addition, in the present embodiment, “None” cannot be determined as the final notice content in the present embodiment. Therefore, when the last notice content is “None”, only “None” is used for the second cycle distribution. Random numbers are distributed.

  Next, as shown in FIGS. 11 (c) and 11 (d), the overall control CPU 31a determines the first fluctuation cycle for the first time as shown in FIGS. Select (lottery) the notice content of the cycle notice effect and decide. In this case, the overall control CPU 31a determines based on the notice content of the second variable cycle previously determined if the number of variable cycles is 3 or 4, while if the number of variable cycles is 2, It is decided based on the notice content of the last fluctuation cycle decided in. The overall control CPU 31a determines the notice content of the first fluctuation cycle based on FIG. 11C if the cycle pattern specifies “separation → continuation” in the first fluctuation cycle. On the other hand, if it is a cycle pattern for specifying “listening → continuation” in the first fluctuation cycle, the overall control CPU 31a determines the notice content of the first fluctuation cycle based on FIG.

  In the present embodiment, the third cycle distribution random numbers are distributed for each notice content based on the notice contents of the second change cycle according to the contents of change specified in the first change cycle. Then, the overall control CPU 31a selects (lottery) the notice content in the first variation cycle using the third cycle distribution random number. The overall control CPU 31a executes a random number update process (random number generation process) for updating the value of the third cycle distribution random number every predetermined period. The third cycle distribution random numbers are updated at predetermined intervals and stored in the overall control RAM 31c.

  And in the pachinko machine of this embodiment, the random number for the third cycle distribution is distributed so that the notice content having a higher jackpot expectation than the notice content of the cycle notice effect of the second variable cycle cannot be performed. ing. Further, in the present embodiment, the higher the expected value of the jackpot of the notice content of the cycle notice effect of the last fluctuation cycle, the higher the expected value of the jackpot, the higher the expected value of the jackpot expectation (notification). The random numbers for the third cycle distribution are distributed so that it can be easily performed. Further, in the present embodiment, when the first fluctuation cycle is “listening → continuation”, the third cycle distribution random number is used so that it is easy to give a notice content having a higher jackpot expectation than “ballet → continuation”. Is distributed. For this reason, in the present embodiment, the manner in which the notice content is determined differs depending on the appearance mode of the continuation effect in the first fluctuation cycle (“Ballet → Continue” or “Listen → Continue”).

  That is, in the present embodiment, if the first time is “Ballet → Continue”, “None” and “Low” can be performed as the notice contents of the cycle notice effect, and “None” <“Low”. For the sake of simplicity, the third cycle distribution random numbers are distributed. In this embodiment, when the first notification is “Ballet → Continue” and the second notification content is other than “None” and “Low” (“Medium” or “High”), the second notification content is Random numbers for the third cycle distribution are distributed so that “low” can be easily performed as the notice content of the cycle notice effect rather than “low”. Note that in the present embodiment, “None” cannot be determined as the second notice content, so that the second notice content is “None” only for “None” for the third cycle distribution. Random numbers are distributed.

  On the other hand, in the present embodiment, if the first time is “listening → continuation” and the second notice content is “low”, the third cycle so that only “low” is given as the notice content of the cycle notice effect. Random numbers for distribution are distributed. In the present embodiment, if the first time is “listening → continuation” and the second notice content is “medium”, “low” and “medium” can be performed as the notice contents of the cycle notice effect. , Random numbers for the third cycle distribution are distributed so as to be easily performed in the order of “medium” <“low”. In the present embodiment, if the first time is “listening → continuation” and the second notice content is “high”, the notice contents of the cycle notice effect are “low”, “medium”, and “high”. And the random numbers for the third cycle distribution are distributed so that it can be easily performed in the order of “low” <“medium” <“high”. Note that in the present embodiment, “None” cannot be determined as the second notice content, so that the second notice content is “None” only for “None” for the third cycle distribution. Random numbers are distributed.

  Then, the overall control CPU 31a, which has determined the variation content of each variation cycle (the execution mode of the continuous predictor logo effect and the notification content of the cycle notification effect) in the continuous performance execution process, generates a control command generated according to the determined items at a predetermined timing. Is output to the effect control board 32 (effect control CPU 32a). Specifically, the overall control CPU 31a outputs a control command for designating a variation content of a variation cycle and a symbol combination of a decorative drawing to be varied and stopped in the variation cycle at the start of each variation cycle. Further, in the case where the continuous predictor logo effect is performed in the fluctuation cycle, the overall control CPU 31a outputs a control command for specifying the continuous predictor logo effect at the start of the target change cycle. If the overall control CPU 31a determines a cycle pattern of “separation → continuation” that does not form a reach state during the first variation cycle, the overall control CPU 31a performs a continuous sign logo production for the first variation cycle. Control not to let it go. In this case, the overall control CPU 31a does not output a control command for designating the continuous predictor logo effect regardless of the execution mode of the continuous predictor logo effect in the first fluctuation cycle. Further, the overall control CPU 31a outputs a control command for designating the notice content of the cycle notice effect in the change cycle at the start of each change cycle.

  Then, the effect control CPU 32a of the effect control board 32, when starting the symbol variation game including the continuous effect in the variation content, for each variation cycle, based on the instructed variation content and the symbol combination of the decoration to stop variation, The display content of the effect display device 11 is controlled to execute each fluctuation cycle. In addition, when starting the symbol variation game in which the variation content includes the continuous performance, the production control CPU 32a produces the continuous sign logo production for the fluctuation cycle instructed to perform the continuous sign logo production. The display content of the display device 11 is controlled. In addition, when starting the symbol variation game in which the variation contents include the continuous effect, the effect control CPU 32a displays the effect so that the cycle notice effect is executed for each change cycle based on the notice content of the designated cycle notice effect. The display content of the device 11 is controlled. When all the fluctuation cycles other than the last time are executed, the effect control CPU 32a controls the display content of the effect display device 11 to execute the last time fluctuation cycle based on the instructed fluctuation pattern. Thereby, the symbol combination of the decoration drawing instruct | indicated by the symbol designation | designated command for decoration drawings is fixed-stop-displayed on the effect display apparatus 11 (image display part GH). Note that the overall control CPU 31a in the present embodiment outputs a control command for designating the notice content of the notice effect at the start of the game when the symbol variation game is started. Then, when starting the symbol variation game, the effect control CPU 32a controls the display contents of the effect display device 11 to execute the game start notice effect based on the instructed contents of the instructed game start notice effect. .

  In the present embodiment, the overall control CPU 31a and the effect control CPU 32a that execute the control of the symbol variation game with a continuous effect and perform the control to accompany the continuous effect when the next change cycle is continuously executed. It functions as a continuous production control means.

  Next, a specific continuous production flow (production execution mode) will be described in detail with reference to FIG. In addition, about the concrete execution aspect of the production | presentation in the production | presentation display apparatus 11 (image display part GH), Fig.6 (a), (b), Fig.7 (a), (b), and Fig.8 (a), This will be described with reference to (b).

  When a symbol variation game including a continuous effect is performed in the variation content (time A0), the first variation cycle (“the first variation cycle”) is performed as an effect. At the start of the first fluctuation cycle, there may be a game start notice effect or a cycle notice effect. In the first fluctuation cycle, an effect due to normal fluctuation is performed, and in the middle (time point A1), the specific column (left and right columns) stops varying. In this case, in the image display unit GH, as shown in FIGS. 6A and 6B, the specific column (left and right columns) is variably stopped in a “separated” state or a reach state.

  Subsequently, when the reach state is formed at time A1 (“listening”), a normal ringing effect is performed from the middle. If the result of the normal listening effect from “listening” is not a continuous effect, the reach effect is performed as it is. In this case, in the image display unit GH, as shown in FIG. 6B, a reach logo effect is performed. Then, the player can grasp that the game is a symbol variation game that does not include continuous effects in the variation content. On the other hand, when the normal production effect from “listening” is a continuous production (“continuation”), after the continuous production is performed from the middle of the reach production (time point A2) after the reach state is formed, 2 A second fluctuation cycle (“second fluctuation cycle”) is performed (time point A3). In this case, in the image display unit GH, as shown in FIG. 6B, an effect is produced in which the hearing continuation eyes are fluctuated and stopped. In this case, a continuous sign logo effect may be performed at time A1. Then, the player can grasp that the game is a symbol variation game in which the variation content includes a continuous effect. Moreover, since the first fluctuation cycle is the hearing continuation, the player can have an expectation that the jackpot or the fluctuation cycle will continue three or four times.

  On the other hand, when the reach state is not formed at the time point A1 (“ballet”), the normal turning effect is performed from the middle. If the result of the normal roll-off effect from “Barake” is not a continuation effect (time point A2), an outlier effect (“out”) is performed as it is. In this case, in the image display unit GH, as shown in FIG. 6 (a), an effect is normally performed in which the out-of-order symbols are displayed in a fixed stop state. Then, the player can grasp that the variation content is a symbol variation game that does not include a continuous effect, and that it is an outlier effect. On the other hand, if the normal production effect from “Barake” is a continuous production (“continuation”), after the continuous production is performed from the middle (time point A2), the second fluctuation cycle (“fluctuation cycle”). Second time ") is performed (time point A3). In this case, in the image display unit GH, as shown in FIG. 6A, an effect is provided in which the chance continuation eye is fluctuated and stopped. Then, the player can grasp that the game is a symbol variation game in which the variation content includes a continuous effect.

  Note that the timing at which the second variation cycle is performed from the time point A3 takes into account the inter-game interval time between the symbol variation games, and is therefore the timing after the end of the off-line effect by the inter-game interval time. .

  For this reason, in the first fluctuation cycle in the present embodiment, there are a scene where the continuous effect is performed after the reach state is formed and a scene where the continuous effect is performed without forming the reach state.

  Subsequently, at a time point A3, a second variation cycle is performed as an effect. At the start of the second fluctuation cycle, a cycle notice effect may be performed. Then, in the second fluctuation cycle, an effect due to normal fluctuation is performed, and in the middle (time point A4), a pseudo-sound effect or a listening effect is performed. In this case, in the image display unit GH, as shown in FIG. 7A, FIG. 7B, or FIG.

  Subsequently, at time A4, if the reach state is formed as a result of the simulated production effect ("listening") and does not become a continuous effect (time A5b), the reach effect is performed as it is. In this case, in the image display unit GH, a reach logo effect is performed as shown in FIGS. Then, the player can grasp that the variation cycle number is a symbol variation game with two times. On the other hand, if the reach state is not formed ("continuation") as a result of the pseudo-rolling effect ("continuation") and the continuous effect is achieved (time point A5b), after the continuous effect is performed, the third variation cycle ("the third variation cycle") ”) Is performed (time A6). In this case, in the image display unit GH, as shown in FIGS. 7A and 7B, there is an effect that the chance continuation eye is fluctuated and stopped. In this case, a continuous sign logo effect may be performed at time A5b. Then, the player can grasp that the variation content includes a continuous effect in the variation content and the variation cycle number is three or more.

  On the other hand, when the reach state is maintained as a result of the listening effect at time point A4 ("listening") and the continuous effect is not achieved (time point A5a), the reach effect is performed as it is. In this case, in the image display unit GH, a reach logo effect is performed as shown in FIG. Then, the player can grasp that the variation cycle number is a symbol variation game with two times. On the other hand, as a result of the listening effect, when the reach state is not maintained (“continuation”) and the continuous effect is obtained (time A5a), after the continuous effect is performed, the third fluctuation cycle (“the third fluctuation cycle” ”) Is performed (time A6). In this case, in the image display unit GH, as shown in FIG. 8A, an effect that the chance continuation is fluctuated and stopped is performed. In this case, a continuous sign logo effect may be performed at time A5a. Then, the player can grasp that the variation content includes a continuous effect in the variation content and the variation cycle number is three or more. Moreover, since the second fluctuation cycle is a listening effect, the player can have an expectation that the big hit and the fluctuation cycle will continue for the fourth time.

  Since the time point A5a from the listening effect forms the reach state prior to the simulated sound effect, the timing ahead of the time point A5b from the time point A5b from the simulated sound effect is formed. Become.

  For this reason, in the second variation cycle in the present embodiment, a scene where a continuation effect is performed after the reach state is formed, and a continuation effect is performed without actually forming a reach state, assuming that the reach state is formed. There is a scene.

  Subsequently, at the time point A6, the third variation cycle is performed as an effect. At the start of the third variable cycle, a cycle notice effect may be performed. In the third fluctuation cycle, an effect due to normal fluctuation is performed, and the specific column (left and right columns) stops varying in the middle (time point A7). In this case, in the image display unit GH, as shown in FIG. 6B, the specific columns (left and right columns) are variably stopped in the reach state.

  Subsequently, when the reach state is formed at time A7 ("listening"), a normal ringing effect is performed from the middle. If the result of the normal listening effect from “listening” is not a continuous effect, the reach effect is performed as it is. In this case, in the image display unit GH, as shown in FIG. 6B, a reach logo effect is performed. Then, the player can grasp that the symbol variation game has three variation cycles. On the other hand, when the normal production effect from “listening” is a continuation production (“continuation”), after the continuation production is performed from the middle of the reach production (time point A8) after the reach state is formed, 4 A second fluctuation cycle (“fourth fluctuation cycle”) is performed (time point A9). In this case, in the image display unit GH, as shown in FIG. 6B, an effect is produced in which the hearing continuation eyes are fluctuated and stopped. In this case, a continuous sign logo effect may be performed at time A6. Then, the player can grasp that the game is a symbol variation game with four variation cycles and the jackpot is confirmed.

  For this reason, in the third fluctuation cycle in the present embodiment, there is only a scene where the continuous effect is performed after the reach state is formed. In the third fluctuation cycle, there are only scenes where the continuation of the hearing is fluctuated and stopped in the scene where the continuation effect is performed. In the third fluctuation cycle, since whether or not the continuation symbol fluctuates from the state in which the reach state has already been formed is asked, whether to continue the reach production or the fourth fluctuation cycle as it is as the subsequent development. Either. In particular, in the third fluctuation cycle, even if the reach state is formed, there remains a chance to continue to the fourth fluctuation cycle in which the big hit is determined. Moreover, the number of fluctuating cycles is three, because the highest jackpot expectation is set with the exception of four fluctuating cycles, so the expectation for jackpots is raised even if continuous performance is not performed from the reach state. Will be maintained. As a result, it is possible to pay attention to whether or not a continuous effect is performed in the third fluctuation cycle. And as a scene that such a player pays attention to, if the next fluctuation cycle is continued, the third fluctuation cycle (immediately before the decision number) will be set immediately before the big hit decision situation. In this way, the player's attention can be further collected. Accordingly, when the third fluctuation cycle is started, the player pays attention to the contents of the fluctuation while having high expectation for the big hit.

  Subsequently, at the time A9, the fourth variation cycle is performed as an effect. At the start of the fourth variable cycle, the cycle notice effect is not performed. Then, in the fourth fluctuation cycle, a hit effect is performed, and the big hit symbol is confirmed and stopped (time point A10). In this case, in the image display unit GH, as shown in FIG. 8B, all the columns including the specific column (left and right columns) are simultaneously stopped with the same symbol. Then, the player can grasp the jackpot decision.

As described above in detail, the present embodiment has the following effects.
(1) In the third cycle (immediately before the fixed number of times), if the fourth (fixed number of times) variable cycle is not continued, the shift is made to reach production, while the third (the final number of fixed times) variable cycle is In the case of being continued, after the reach state is established, the continuation effect is executed to continue to the fourth (determined number of times) fluctuation cycle. As a result, in the third cycle (immediately before the fixed number of times), even if the reach state is established, there is a possibility that the continuous effect is executed. For this reason, even if the reach state is established, it is not determined whether or not the continuous production has ended. Therefore, it is possible to make the player pay attention to whether or not the continuous production has been completed to the end. By setting such a scene to attract attention to the third fluctuation cycle (immediately before the fixed number of times), which will be won by the big hit (winning) if the next fluctuation cycle continues, the player's attention is drawn. It can be further increased. As a result, it is difficult to predict whether or not the continuous performance will continue, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  (2) In the fourth fluctuation cycle (the number of times of determination), the big hit symbol of the decorative drawing (the hit notification result for notifying the winning of the winning combination) is confirmed and stopped and displayed without establishing the reach state shown in FIG. The configuration. In this case, the winning of the big hit (winning) is notified at the time when the fourth fluctuation cycle (the number of times of determination) is performed. For this reason, in such a scene, it is possible to realize only the result for the notification already made without establishing the reach state. As a result, it is possible to realize the effects by making the most of the specification that sets the fourth (determined number of times) variation cycle, thereby improving the fun of the game.

  (3) In the fluctuation cycle of the first time (before immediately before the fixed number of times), the normal fluctuation mode shown in FIGS. 6A and 6B may be executed. In this case, when the next fluctuation cycle is continued, when the continuation effect is executed with the symbols that do not reach the reach state being stopped variably, and once the reach state is established, the continuation effect is executed. There was a time when it was configured. As a result, in the first fluctuation cycle (before the final decision number), whether or not the continuous production has ended is not decided until the end of the fluctuation cycle. It can be noted whether or not. As a result, it is difficult to predict whether or not the continuous performance will continue, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  (4) In the second fluctuation cycle (before the final decision number), the first special fluctuation mode shown in FIGS. 7A and 7B and the second special fluctuation mode shown in FIG. 8A are executed. It was set as the structure which may be made to be. And when continuing the next fluctuation cycle, if it is a 1st special fluctuation mode, it will be in the specific column (symbol row) stopped previously, and the specific column (symbol row) which is changing synchronously Once the reach state is established, one of the changing specific columns and the middle row (symbol row) are further changed, and then the continuous effect is executed. Further, when the next fluctuation cycle is continued, if the second special fluctuation mode, the reach state is once established in a specific column other than the middle column (a symbol column to be stopped other than the final stop column), The stopped right column (any symbol row) is changed again in synchronization with the changing middle row (final stop row), and then the continuous effect is executed. As a result, in the second variation cycle (before the final decision number), whether or not the continuous production has ended is not decided until the end of the fluctuation cycle, so the player finishes the continuous production until the end. It can be noted whether or not. Furthermore, the variation of the production | presentation in the middle of a fluctuation | variation cycle can be increased according to a condition. As a result, it is possible not only to make it difficult to predict whether or not the continuous production will continue, but also to increase the variation of the production in the middle, thereby improving the interest of the game.

  (5) In the fluctuation cycle at the first time (normal fluctuation mode), the cycle warning effect (notification effect) is performed prior to the continuation effect, and the cycle warning effect according to the change content (appearance mode of the continuation effect) at that time. It was set as the structure which changes the determination aspect of (notice production). As a result, in the first cycle (normal variation mode), when the cycle notice effect (notice effect) is performed, the appearance mode of the continuous effect and the possibility of big hit (winning) are predicted from the suggested content. Can do. As a result, it is possible to improve the fun of the game by incorporating elements that can predict the future even if it is difficult to predict whether or not the continuous performance will continue.

  (6) In the symbol variation game with continuous effects, the first variation cycle is performed in the normal variation manner, and the second variation cycle (after the second time immediately before the fixed number of times) is performed in the first special variation manner. And the second special variation mode. Further, with regard to the cycle notice effect (notice effect), the cycle notice effect (notice effect) specified based on the appearance mode of the continuous effect is performed in the first variation cycle. Further, regarding the cycle notice effect (notice effect), after specifying the contents of the cycle notice effect (notice effect) to be performed in the last variable cycle if the second (after the second) fluctuation cycle, the notice is given. The cycle notice effect (notice effect) is performed with the content specified based on the content. Since the first variation cycle is a scene in which a continuous production is introduced, a cycle notice production (notification production) is performed with the content specified based on the appearance mode of the continuous production that is also the introduction mode. . On the other hand, in the second fluctuation cycle (after the second time immediately before the fixed number of times), it is a scene in the middle of the continuous production, so the cycle notice effect to be performed in the last fluctuation cycle that is the end point The cycle notice effect (notice effect) is performed with the content specified based on the content of the (notice effect). For this reason, it is possible to create a flow due to the cycle notice effect (notice effect) during the introduction of the continuous effect and between the end points. As a result, it is possible to improve the interest of the game by creating the continuity of the variable cycle also by the cycle notice effect (notice effect).

  (7) In the second cycle (the first special variation mode and the second special variation mode), the reach production is performed or the next variation cycle is continued without continuing the next variation cycle. . As a result, in the second fluctuation cycle (the first special fluctuation mode and the second special fluctuation mode), after the continuous production is finished and the reach production is executed, the continuous production is actually continued. Can surprise the player. Even if reach is established, it is not determined whether or not the continuous production has ended. Therefore, it is possible to make the player pay attention to whether or not the continuous production has been completed to the end. As a result, it is difficult to predict whether or not the continuous performance will continue, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  (8) After the reach state is established, when the reach effect is performed as it is and the continuous effect is not performed, the reach logo effect (reach establishment effect) is performed. As a result, the player can grasp whether or not the next fluctuation cycle is continued. In other words, it is possible to prevent the period during which the next fluctuation cycle can be expected from being extended from extending.

  (9) In the present embodiment, in the case of the third fluctuation cycle in particular, the scene is set to a scene where expectation can be expected for the big hit even if the continuous effect is not performed. For this reason, it is informed that the next fluctuation cycle will not continue due to the reach logo effect, but the player can enjoy the reach effect by giving expectation to the big hit by the reach effect. Therefore, even if it is difficult to predict whether or not the continuous performance will continue, the interest in other scenes will not be reduced. Furthermore, it can contribute to the improvement of interest in such other scenes.

  (10) When the next fluctuation cycle is not continued, reach logo production (reach establishment production) is performed. When the next fluctuation cycle is continued, continuous logo production (continuation indication) is substituted for reach logo production (reach establishment production). The production can be performed). Thereby, at the time of appearance of a continuous sign logo effect (continuous sign effect), the player can watch the progress of the effect with peace of mind. Then, the player's interest can be directed to the next fluctuation cycle that has not yet been performed. For this reason, it is possible to improve the interest of the game by expanding the scene that gives the player interest to the future scene as well as the stage of the performance.

  (11) Regarding the continuous sign logo effect (continuous sign effect), the execution mode is determined by lottery. Thereby, the scene where a continuous sign logo production (continuation sign production) appears and the scene which does not appear can be mixed. For this reason, even if it is configured such that a continuous sign logo effect (continuous sign effect) can be executed, it is difficult to predict whether or not the continuous effect will continue, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  (12) With regard to the continuous sign logo effect (continuous sign effect), when the symbol variation game is a big hit (hit), it is easier to play than a shift. Thereby, the appearance aspect of a continuous effect and the possibility of a big hit (hit) can be predicted from the execution aspect of a continuous sign logo effect (continuous sign effect). As a result, it is possible to improve the fun of the game by incorporating elements that can predict the future even if it is difficult to predict whether or not the continuous performance will continue.

In addition, you may change the said embodiment as follows.
-The above-mentioned embodiment is good also as composition which makes reach logo production even when continuation of a change cycle does not continue, once forming a reach state. As a result, in the variable cycle, after the continuous effect is finished and the reach effect is assumed to be executed, the continuous effect can actually be continued and the player can be surprised. Moreover, even if the reach logo effect appears, it is not determined whether or not the continuous effect has ended, so the player can be made to notice whether or not the continuous effect has been completed to the end. As a result, it is difficult to predict whether or not the continuous performance will continue, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  -In the said embodiment, regarding the continuous sign logo production, the execution aspect can also be determined irrespective of whether it is a big hit. Moreover, regarding the continuous sign logo production, the execution mode can be determined according to the type of the cycle pattern. According to this, the possibility of a big hit can be predicted from the execution mode of the continuous predictive logo effect.

  -In the said embodiment, it can also be set as the structure always performed when continuing a fluctuation cycle regarding a continuous sign logo production. That is, the continuous sign logo effect can be set as a part of the continuous effect without the lottery process. In this case, it is preferable to adjust the appearance timing of the continuous predictor logo effect in accordance with the continuous effect.

  In the above embodiment, regarding the appearance of the continuous sign logo effect, the fluctuation cycle to be performed can be fixed, for example, it can be fixed only for the first time, the first time and the second time, or only the third time.

  -In the said embodiment, it is not necessary to set a continuous sign logo production. On the other hand, in the continuous sign logo production, it is possible to set a plurality of types of production contents and predict the jackpot expectation degree or the continuation of the fluctuation cycle from the contents, or the execution mode of the production may be changed.

  In the above embodiment, the reach logo effect need not be set. On the other hand, in the reach logo production, it is possible to set a plurality of types of production contents and predict the jackpot expectation degree, the continuation of the fluctuation cycle, etc. from the contents, or change the execution mode of the production.

  -In the said embodiment, a continuous sign logo production and a reach logo production can also be defined in the production of the same division. In this case, the execution timing may be set to be the same, and it may be configured to determine whether to perform a continuous sign logo effect or a reach logo effect by distribution (lottery).

  In the above embodiment, when the number of change cycles is two, it is possible to make it possible to execute a symbol change game that does not form a reach state and does not shift to reach production. In this case, it is only necessary to set a variation pattern for the offending effect that specifies the variation content with two variation cycles. Further, the second fluctuation cycle in this case is a fluctuation content that is performed with normal fluctuations and undergoes various roaring effects, and fluctuates and stops the off-line symbols.

  In the above embodiment, the cycle notice effect can be determined by lottery for each variable cycle, or can be determined only based on the final notice contents. Further, regarding the cycle notice effect, the notice contents for each variation cycle may be set in advance as a pattern, and all the variation cycles may be determined together by determining the pattern. In addition, regarding the cycle notice effect, the distribution mode of each cycle distribution random number may be changed as long as the big hit expectation can be predicted. In addition, the final notice content need not be based on the notice content of the game start effect, and may be determined based on the type of the variation pattern. Further, the game start effect can be determined in consideration of the cycle pattern. In addition, regarding the cycle notice effect, the first, second, and third cycle distribution random numbers can be set to one type of random numbers.

  In the above embodiment, the cycle notice effect need not be set. On the other hand, in the cycle notice effect, the execution mode of the effect may be changed. For example, the cycle notice effect may be realized as a step-type effect that has a plurality of stages and increases the degree of expectation of jackpot as the stages progress. In this case, the number of steps to advance the stage for each fluctuation cycle is the notice content. In addition, for each step, multiple types of notice contents can be set, and in the notice contents, notice contents (premium notice) can be set as a position to notify the big hit confirmation by appearing. it can. And in the structure which determines the notice content of the other fluctuation cycle based on the notice content of the last fluctuation cycle like the said embodiment, it can also comprise so that the said premium notice can appear in the middle fluctuation cycle. . In this case, if the last fluctuation cycle is not the premium notice, the big hit decision is notified in the middle fluctuation cycle, but the expectation degree of the notice content may be demoted (rank drop) in the last time.

  -In the above embodiment, as the fluctuation contents of the fluctuation cycle of the listening effect (second special variation mode), the left column is subjected to the ringing effect, and the left column is changed again in synchronization with the middle column. You can also. In addition, as the fluctuation contents of the fluctuation cycle of the listening effect (second special fluctuation mode), after the left column or the right column is changed again (slip fluctuation), the continuation symbol is changed and stopped in the middle row. You can also. Further, as the variation contents of the variation cycle, it is only necessary to set a plurality of types of variation modes, and the specific movement can be changed. For example, in the variation cycle, the specific column (left and right columns) can be stopped at the same time, and then the listening effect can be performed. Also, in the fluctuation cycle, a specific column (left and right columns) is displayed at the same time, the left column (right column) is stopped and the middle column and the right column (left column) are changed in synchronization. It can also be directed. In this case, the reach state may already be formed in the specific row, or the reach state may not be formed.

  In the above embodiment, as the continuation effect, the continuation symbol may not be variably stopped in the middle row but may be variably stopped in advance. Further, as the continuation effect, the continuation symbol may be variably stopped in any one of the columns instead of the final stop column. Moreover, as a continuation effect, it is good also as an effect which does not use the symbol combination of the decorative drawing of each row | line | column, and you may change if it is an effect which a player can grasp | ascertain the continuation of a change cycle. For example, the continuation effect may be an effect of displaying “another time” on the screen.

  -In the above embodiment, the fluctuation content of the fluctuation cycle prior to immediately before the fixed number of times only needs to have the fluctuation contents that cause the continuous production to be performed from the state that does not form the reach state, and all of them are configured with normal fluctuations. You can also. And it can also be set as the structure which cannot form a reach state in these fluctuation cycles. Further, all the fluctuation contents of the fluctuation cycle before immediately before the fixed number of times can be configured in the first special fluctuation mode or the second special fluctuation mode. In this case, the first variation cycle can be performed in the first special variation mode or the second special variation mode, and the second variation cycle can be performed in the normal variation mode. In addition, in the fluctuation contents of the fluctuation cycle, the order in which the fluctuation of each column is stopped can be changed to a dedicated stop order.

  In the above embodiment, the fluctuation content of the fluctuation cycle of the fixed number of times may not be an award effect, and may be set to the fluctuation content that can appear in the fluctuation cycle other than the fixed number of fluctuation cycles.

  In the above embodiment, the cycle pattern that can be selected when the number of variable cycles is four can be shared with the case where the number of variable cycles is three. Regarding the fourth time, the contents of the effect can be specified from the variation pattern, so that it can be configured in this way.

In the above embodiment, various effects such as a continuous effect may be executed by an effect device (for example, a light-emitting lamp or a speaker) provided separately from the effect display device 11.
In the above embodiment, the effect display device 11 is a liquid crystal display type, but may be a dot matrix type, an organic EL type, a plasma display type, or a combination of these.

  In the above embodiment, a sub control board such as a display control board for controlling the effect display device 11 and a sound control board for controlling the speaker may be provided, or the functions of the sub general control board 31 and the effect control board 32 are integrated. The present invention may be embodied in a pachinko gaming machine equipped with a single control board.

  In the above embodiment, the upper limit of the number of fluctuation cycles can be set to 5 times or more. In addition, regarding the fixed number of fluctuation cycles, three or more times can be set as the fixed number. In addition, the number of confirmed variable cycle numbers is sometimes three times or sometimes four times depending on the game situation (for each effect mode in which the background image of the image display unit GH is different). It can also be configured. In this case, according to the situation of the game, in one situation, a variation pattern having a variation cycle number of 3 or more only in the case of a big hit can be selected. This can be realized by adopting a configuration capable of selecting.

In the above embodiment, the number and type of variation patterns may be arbitrarily changed.
In the above embodiment, the reach determination value and the reach probability may be changed according to the gaming state (presence / absence of probability change state, number of reserved memories, etc.).

-In the said embodiment, the execution timing of a continuous effect and the timing of various roaring effects can also be adjusted and changed according to an effect.
-Although the said embodiment was embodied in the pachinko machine using one special figure, the pachinko machine which draws the aspect of a big hit using two special symbols which consist of a 1st special symbol and a 2nd special symbol It may be embodied in.

  In the above embodiment, the stop symbol designation command for special symbol may be a command indicating a symbol (special symbol) to be confirmed and stopped on the special symbol display device 12 in the symbol variation game, or a content that can identify the type of jackpot Any command can be used. Further, the jackpot lottery result and the type of jackpot can be configured to be specified from the variation pattern. In this case, the variation pattern designation command may also indicate the lottery result or type of jackpot.

Next, a technical idea that can be grasped from the above embodiment and another example will be added below.
(A) The continuous production control means causes the first variation cycle to be performed in the normal variation mode with respect to the symbol variation game with the continuous production, while the second and subsequent variation cycles before immediately before the fixed number of times. Is performed in either the first special variation mode or the second special variation mode, and the advance notice is related to the notice effect with the content specified based on the appearance form of the continuous effect in the first change cycle. In addition to specifying the content of the notice effect to be performed in the last change cycle if it is the second and subsequent fluctuation cycles, the notice effect is specified based on the content of the notice effect. The gaming machine according to claim 5, wherein:

  (B) The variation cycle of the first special variation mode and the second special variation mode is performed when the reach effect is performed without continuing the next variation cycle or when the next variation cycle is also continued, and the continuous cycle 5. The production control means starts the fluctuation cycle in the first special fluctuation mode and the second special fluctuation mode, and maintains the reach state and shifts to the reach production when the next fluctuation cycle is not continued. The gaming machine described in 1.

  (C) In the fluctuation cycle, when the reach state is once established, the reach establishment effect for notifying the establishment of the reach state is performed when the next fluctuation cycle is not continued, while the next fluctuation cycle is continued. The game machine according to any one of claims 1 to 5, and technical ideas (a) and (b), wherein a continuation indication effect that predicts the appearance of the continuation effect may be performed instead of the reach establishment effect.

(D) The gaming machine according to the technical idea (c) including a sign lottery means for lottering whether to perform the continuation sign effect when the next fluctuation cycle is continued.
(E) The game machine according to the technical idea (d), wherein the sign lottery means can easily derive a lottery result for performing the continuation sign effect as compared to a case where the symbol variation game is a win.

  (F) In the fluctuation cycle, once the reach state is established, a reach establishment effect is provided to notify the establishment of the reach state regardless of the continuation of the fluctuation cycle. If the second special variation mode is established, the reach establishment effect can be performed regardless of the continuation of the next variation cycle, and the technical ideas (a) and (b). The gaming machine described in 1.

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Claims (5)

A symbol variation game is displayed on the display device from the start of variation of multiple types of symbols to the final stop of symbols in multiple columns on the display device, and from the variation start of symbols to the variation stop of symbols in multiple columns in the symbol variation game. A continuous effect is executed in which a single variable cycle is continuously executed a plurality of times, and when the winning is won, the variable cycle can be executed a fixed number of times as a symbol variable game with the continuous effect. In gaming machines,
Continuous effect control means for executing control of the symbol variation game accompanied by the continuous effect, and controlling the game to be accompanied by a continuous effect when the next variation cycle is continuously executed during the variation cycle of the symbol variation game. Prepared,
The continuous production control means includes
When the fluctuation cycle before the number of times before the fixed number is started, when the next fluctuation cycle is continued, when the continuation effect is executed with the symbols that are not in the reach state being changed and stopped, the reach state is established. There are times when the continuation effect is executed after
When the fluctuation cycle immediately before the fixed number of times is started, if the reach state is established once and the variable cycle of the fixed number of times is not continued, the reach state is maintained and a shift is made to reach production, while the variable number of fixed times is changed. When a cycle is also continued, the continuation effect is executed after the reach state is established, and the game machine is continued to the variation cycle of the fixed number of times.   The said continuous production | presentation control means determines and stops the hit alerting | reporting result which alert | reports the winning of a winning, without establishing a reach state, if the variation cycle of the fixed number of times in the symbol variation game with the said continuous rendering is started. The gaming machine according to 1.   The variation cycle before the fixed number of times in the symbol variation game with the continuous effect may be performed in a normal variation mode performed in the same manner as the variation mode of the symbol variation game without the continuous effect. The gaming machine according to claim 1 or claim 2. In the continuation effect, the continuation notification symbol is variably stopped in the final stop row,
In a variation cycle before immediately before the fixed number of times in the symbol variation game with the continuous effect, the variation cycle is different from the variation aspect of the symbol variation game without the continuous effect, and a plurality of columns including the final stop column are included. In the case of the first special variation mode in which symbols of other symbol sequences are stopped prior to changing in synchronization, and after changing the final stop sequence by stopping a plurality of columns other than the final stop sequence May be performed in a second special variation mode that can re-variate the column being stopped,
When the continuous production control means starts the variation cycle in the first special variation mode, when the next variation cycle is also continued, the symbol sequence stopped first and the symbol sequence changing in synchronization Once the reach state is established, the continuation effect is executed after the symbol sequence that is changing in synchronization is further changed, and the change cycle in the second special change mode is started. In the case of continuing the variation cycle, the symbol sequence to be stopped other than the final stop sequence, once the reach state is established, the symbol sequence of the final stop sequence in which any one of the stopped sequence sequences is changing The gaming machine according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the continuation effect is executed after being changed again in synchronization with the computer. In the fluctuation cycle, there is a case where a notice effect suggesting the possibility of winning is made prior to the continuous effect,
In the case where the continuous production control means continues the next fluctuation cycle in the fluctuation cycle in the normal fluctuation mode, the continuation production is performed after the appearance mode of the continuous production has stopped changing the symbol that does not establish the reach state. The gaming machine according to claim 3, wherein a notice effect that suggests that there is a high possibility that the appearance mode is a hit as compared with when the reach state is established.

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