JP2012179480A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine that improves the interest of a player in a game while preventing reduction in operation rate of variable display.SOLUTION: When a ball enters a start pocket before the start of variation, this game machine determines in advance whether a variation pattern of decoration symbols leads to a variation pattern that generates a super ready-to-win state. Before starting the variable display of the decoration symbols that has been determined to lead to the super ready-to-win state, a continuous performance can be executed. In a lose variation pattern type determination table to be used when determining the variation pattern, a common determination value is assigned to variation pattern types including variation patterns leading to the super ready-to-win state, irrespective of the total number of reserves. In the lose variation pattern type determination table, different determination values are assigned to variation pattern types including variation patterns other than the super ready-to-win state according to the total number of reserves.

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine. More specifically, the present invention relates to a plurality of discriminating devices based on the establishment of a start condition that allows the start of variable display after a game medium passes through a predetermined start area. The present invention relates to a gaming machine that includes a variable display device that variably displays identification information of a type and derives and displays a display result, and shifts to a specific gaming state advantageous to a player when the specific display result is derived and displayed on the variable display device. .

  As a gaming machine, when a game medium such as a game ball is launched into a game area by a launching device, and the game medium wins a prize area such as a prize opening provided in the game area, a prize game medium such as a predetermined number of prize balls is obtained. Some are paid out to players. Furthermore, a variable display device is provided that can variably display identification information (also referred to as “variation”) when a game medium wins in a predetermined winning area (start condition is established), and the variable display device variably displays identification information. When the display result is a specific display result (big hit symbol), there is a configuration that can be controlled to a specific gaming state (big hit gaming state) advantageous to the player.

  As such a gaming machine, it is determined whether or not a big hit is made by using a big hit determination random number value stored in each storage area corresponding to the number of start winning memories (the number of reserved storage). Based on the fact that it is determined that the condition is to be satisfied, there has been proposed a technique for executing presentation of conditions (for example, missions) over a plurality of variable displays in a notice effect (for example, Patent Document 1). On the other hand, when a game ball starts and wins at a start winning opening provided in the game area, it is determined whether or not each random value is pre-read and a big hit is made before executing a variable display based on the start win. Some are configured to determine whether or not. In addition, there is a configuration in which each random number value is read in advance and the category of the variation pattern is determined before the variation display based on the start winning prize is executed.

JP 2005-31670 A

  In the above prior art, the variation pattern is determined at a certain rate, so if the variation pattern with a long variation time is determined in a concentrated manner, the start-up winnings in which the stored memory is accumulated and the variation is not displayed may occur. There is a risk that the operating rate of the fluctuation display will be reduced.

  The present invention has been made in view of the above circumstances, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of improving the interest of the game while preventing the operating rate of the variable display from being lowered.

(1) In order to achieve the above object, the gaming machine according to the present invention has a predetermined start area (for example, the first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A and the second starting formed by the ordinary variable winning ball apparatus 6B). After a game medium (for example, a game ball) passes through a winning opening, etc., each is determined based on the establishment of a start condition that permits the start of variable display (for example, the determination of Yes in step S231). A variable display device (for example, the image display device 5) that variably displays a plurality of types of identification information that can be identified (for example, decorative symbols) and displays and displays the display result is provided. A gaming machine (for example, a pachinko gaming machine 1) that shifts to a specific gaming state (for example, a big hit gaming state) that is advantageous to the player when a combination decoration pattern or the like is derived and displayed. ) And a random number for determining a specific gaming state for determining whether or not to shift to the specific gaming state when a game medium passes through the starting area (for example, a random value MR1 for determining a special figure display result) Extraction means (for example, a game) that extracts variable display determination random numbers (for example, numerical data indicating random value MR3 for determining a variation pattern type) for determining a variable display pattern of identification information For example, the CPU 103 of the control microcomputer 100 executes the process of step S219) and the variable display for which the variable display start condition is not satisfied even though the game medium passes through the start area. The specific gaming state determination random number and the variable display determination random number extracted by the means are limited to a predetermined upper limit number (for example, “8” or the like). The specific gaming state determination is made based on the holding storage means (for example, the first special figure holding storage unit 151A, the second special figure holding storage unit 151B, etc.) to be stored as the retention memory and the variable display start condition is satisfied. Predetermining means (for example, a portion where the CPU 103 executes the processing of steps S240 and S241) that determines whether or not to shift to the specific gaming state using a random number for use before derivation and display of the display result; A determination result of the determining means, a reserved storage number stored in the reserved storage means when the variable display start condition is satisfied, a value of the variable display determining random number extracted by the extracting means, and a plurality of types Determination values corresponding to the variable display patterns (for example, in the big hit variation pattern type determination table 132A and the loss variation pattern type determination tables 132C and 132D). Variable display pattern determination means (for example, a portion where the CPU 103 executes the processing of steps S261 to S272), and the variable display pattern. Based on the determination result of the determining means, variable display executing means for executing variable display of the identification information (for example, the portion where the CPU 103 executes the special symbol changing process of step S112 or the effect control CPU 120 is changing the decorative symbol of step S162. Based on the value of the random number for determining the specific gaming state extracted by the extracting means when the game medium passes through the starting area before being determined by the variable display pattern determining means. Determining whether or not to shift to the specific gaming state, and by the extracting means The variable display pattern of the identification information is a specific variable of the plurality of types of variable display patterns based on the value of the random number for determining the variable display and the determination values corresponding to the plurality of types of variable display patterns. Start determination means (for example, a portion where the CPU 103 executes the processes of steps S351 to S356) for determining whether or not a display pattern (for example, a fluctuation pattern with super reach) is obtained, and the specific game state by the start determination means When it is determined to shift to the above, or when it is determined that the specific variable display pattern is to be obtained, a specific effect (for example, a mission notification effect) is set before the variable display start condition of the identification information as the determination target is satisfied. Etc.) can be executed by the specific effect executing means (for example, the effect control CPU 120 can execute the step S531). For example, a portion for executing the effect production execution process) and a notice effect execution means for executing the notice effect for the display result of the variable display for which the variable display start condition is satisfied (for example, the effect control CPU 120 executes the process of step S536). Based on the determination result of the prior determination means, for example, the notice effect determination means for determining the notice effect executed by the notice effect execution means (for example, the effect control CPU 120 uses the notice effect setting processing in step S515). Etc.), and at least a part of the determination value corresponding to the specific variable display pattern is the number of reserved memories stored by the reserved storage means when the variable display start condition is satisfied Regardless of whether or not the same judgment value is set (for example, as shown in FIGS. 10C, 10D, 24, etc.) A common determination value is assigned to the variation pattern type CA2-4 including the accompanying variation pattern regardless of whether it is for normal use or for shortening), and a non-specific variable display pattern different from the specific variable display pattern As the determination value corresponding to, a different determination value is set according to the number of reserved memories stored in the reserved storage means when the variable display start condition is satisfied (for example, FIGS. 10C and 10D and FIG. 10). 24. As shown in FIG. 24, etc., a variation pattern type including a variation pattern with non-reach and normal reach other than super reach is assigned a different decision value depending on whether it is for normal use or for shortening) The non-specific variable display pattern is a variable display pattern in which the reach state is not established, and the variable display of the identification information is opened compared with the specific variable display pattern. The variable display pattern for shortening the variable display time from the display result to the display of the display result (for example, the variation pattern PA1-2) is included, and the variable display pattern determining means satisfies the variable display start condition. When the number of reserved memories stored by the reserved storage means is greater than or equal to a predetermined number, the determination value corresponding to the variable display pattern for shortening is compared with the case where the number of reserved memories is less than the predetermined number. The start determination means determines a variable display pattern by using a determination value (for example, a determination value (MR3) in the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D shown in FIG. 10D) set in a large number. Determines whether the value of the random number for determining variable display extracted by the extracting means matches the same determination value, thereby determining the specific variable display pattern. (For example, if the CPU 103 determines that the random value MR3 is within the range of “230” to “251” in step S356, the CPU 103 determines that it is within the specific pattern common range, etc.) ) Based on the specific effect executed by the specific effect executing means, the notice effect determining means determines whether or not the notice effect executing means is to be executed by the notice effect executing means (for example, the effect control CPU 120 performs step S515). And determining the presence or absence of the notice effect based on the achievement conditions presented in the mission notification effect).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to adjust the variable display time by varying the determination ratio of the variable display pattern for shortening according to the number of reserved memories, and to reduce the operating rate of variable display as much as possible. Can be prevented.

Note that the gaming machine described in (1) further includes a player who sets a condition different from the specific display result as an achievement condition for controlling to the specific game state over a plurality of variable displays of the identification information. The condition presenting means (for example, the CPU 120 for effect control, for example, performing the mission notification effect as shown in FIGS. 41 (B) to (G), (H1), (H2), (I2), etc.) The condition presentation unit presents the achievement condition based on the fact that the start determination unit determines that the specific variable display pattern is obtained. After the start, the conditions to be presented are increased until the display result by the specific variable display pattern is derived and displayed. After executing the process of S733, the process of step S797 is executed by determining Yes in step S795, and the mission notification image MH2 shown in FIG. 41D and the mission notification image MH3 shown in FIG. It may be configured to display on the display screen of the device 5).
In such a configuration, the achievement condition for controlling to the specific gaming state is presented before the variable display corresponding to the passage of the game medium in the starting area, and further, the condition to be presented is increased, The expectation that variable display by a specific variable display pattern is executed can be enhanced, and the interest of the game can be improved.

(2) Further, in order to achieve the above object, the gaming machine according to the present invention provides a predetermined start area provided in the game area (for example, the first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A and the normal variable winning ball). After the game medium (for example, a game ball) passes through the second start winning opening formed by the device 6B), a start condition permitting the start of variable display is satisfied (for example, Yes is determined in step S231). Etc.) and variable display means (for example, the image display device 5) for variably displaying a plurality of types of identification information (for example, decorative symbols and the like) that can be identified and deriving and displaying the display results. When a specific display result (for example, a decisive decorative symbol of a jackpot combination) is derived and displayed as the display result of the identification information, a specific gaming state (for example, a big winning game letter advantageous to the player) For example, pachinko gaming machine 1), and when a game medium passes through the starting area, a specific game state determination is made to determine whether or not to control to the specific game state. Numerical values (for example, numerical data indicating a random value MR1 for determining a special figure display result) and a reach determination numerical value (for example, reach determination) for determining whether or not the variable display state of the identification information is to be a reach state For example) and a variable display determination value for determining a variable display pattern of the identification information (for example, numerical data indicating the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type). Extraction means (for example, a portion where the CPU 103 of the game control microcomputer 100 executes the process of step S219) and the game medium pass through the start area For the variable display for which the start condition is not satisfied, the specific gaming state determination numerical value, the reach determination numerical value, and the variable display determination numerical value extracted by the extraction means are set to a predetermined upper limit number ( For example, hold storage means (for example, the first special figure hold storage unit 151A as shown in FIG. 42B) that can be stored as hold storage within the range of “8” and the like, and variable display that satisfies the start condition Predetermining means (for example, the CPU 103 executes the processing of steps S240 and S241) that determines whether to control the specific gaming state before the derivation display of the display result using the specific gaming state determination numerical value corresponding to Portion), the reach determination numerical value corresponding to the variable display for which the start condition is satisfied, and the variable display state of the identification information based on the determination result of the prior determination means Whether the variable information display state of the identification information is set to the reach state by using a reach determination table (for example, the reach determination table 140) to which the reach determination value is assigned with respect to the determination result as to whether or not to set the reach state. Reach determination means for determining whether or not (for example, the part where the CPU 103 executes the process of step S268A), based on the determination results of the prior determination means and the reach determination means, Variable display pattern determination for determining the variable display pattern of the identification information using a variable display determination table (for example, the loss variation pattern type determination table 141) in which pattern determination values are assigned to the types of variable display patterns. Means (for example, the CPU 103 performs steps S261 to S265, S269A, S270 to S272) And the reach determination numerical value extracted by the extraction means when the game medium passes through the start area before the start condition is satisfied, and the reach determination table The start reach determination means (for example, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the variable display state of the identification information becomes the reach state regardless of the number of reserved storages in the hold storage means based on the assignment of the reach determination value (for example, the CPU 103 performs step S354, And the variable display extracted by the extraction means when the game medium passes through the start area when the start reach determination means determines that the reach state is reached. Based on the numerical value for determination and the assignment of the pattern determination value in the variable display determination table, the identification information Start variable display determination means (for example, the CPU 103 performs the process of step S372) for determining whether or not the variable display pattern becomes a specific variable display pattern (for example, a variation pattern with super reach) among a plurality of types of variable display patterns. And a condition that is different from the specific display result is presented to the player over a plurality of variable displays of the identification information (for example, FIG. 41B). ) To (G), (H1), (H2), condition execution means (for example, executing a mission notification effect as shown in (I2)) (for example, the effect control CPU 120 executes the mission effect execution process of step S531). And the variable display determination table stores the reserved storage for the specific variable display pattern. While a common determination value is assigned regardless of the number of reserved storages in the means, different pattern determination values are assigned to variable display patterns other than the specific variable display pattern depending on the number of reserved storages in the storage means. (For example, as shown in FIGS. 43 (A) and 43 (B) and the like, different decision values are assigned to the variation pattern types including non-reach other than super reach and variation patterns with normal reach depending on the total number of reserved memories. The condition presentation means starts the presentation of the achievement condition based on the fact that the start variable display determination means determines that the specific variable display pattern is obtained, and then Until the display result with the variable display pattern is derived and displayed (for example, the CP for effect control) After 120 executes the process of step S733, the process of step S797 is executed according to the determination of Yes in step S795, and the mission notification image MH2 shown in FIG. 41 (D) or the mission notification image MH3 shown in FIG. 41 (F). Or the like may be displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5.
According to such a configuration, the reach determination numerical value extracted by the extraction means when the game medium passes through the start area and the variable display of the identification information before the start condition allowing the start of variable display is established. Based on the reach determination value assignment in the reach determination table to which the reach determination value is assigned with respect to the determination result as to whether or not the state is the reach state, the identification information It is determined whether or not the variable display state becomes a reach state. When it is determined that the reach state is reached, the variable display determination numerical value extracted by the extraction unit and the pattern determination in the variable display determination table in which pattern determination values are assigned to a plurality of types of variable display patterns. Based on the value assignment, it is determined whether or not the variable display pattern of the identification information becomes a specific variable display pattern among a plurality of types of variable display patterns regardless of the number of reserved storages in the storage unit. At this time, the achievement condition for controlling to the specific gaming state is presented over a plurality of variable displays of the identification information based on the determination that the specific variable display pattern is obtained. Then, after the presentation of the achievement condition is started, the condition to be presented is increased until the display result by the specific variable display pattern is derived and displayed. Thereby, the achievement condition for controlling to the specific gaming state is presented before the variable display corresponding to the passage of the game medium in the starting area, and the specific condition is further increased by increasing the presented condition. The expectation that the variable display by the pattern is executed can be enhanced and the interest of the game can be improved. When it is determined that the reach state is reached, the variable display pattern of the identification information is determined using the variable display determination numerical value and the variable display determination table. Here, in the variable display determination table, different determination values are assigned to variable display patterns other than a specific variable display pattern according to the number of reserved storages in the storage unit. As a result, by changing the determination ratio of the variable display pattern according to the number of reserved storage and enabling the adjustment of the variable display time, it is possible to prevent the situation in which the variable display operation rate is lowered as much as possible.

(3) In the gaming machine of the above (1) or (2), the condition presenting means increases the condition to be presented when the start condition is satisfied (for example, the effect control CPU 120 executes the mission effect in step S531). By executing the process of step S797 in the process, the display of the mission notification image MH2 and the mission notification image MH3 may be started at the start of the decorative symbol variation).
In such a configuration, the condition to be presented is increased when the start condition is satisfied. Accordingly, it is possible to increase the interest level of the production operation in which the achievement condition increases every time the variable display is started, and to improve the interest of the game.

(4) In any of the above gaming machines (1) to (3), after the presentation of the achievement condition is started by the condition presentation unit, the display result by the specific variable display pattern is derived and displayed Each time the start condition is satisfied, reach display control means for setting the variable display state of the identification information to the reach state (for example, the portion for performing the process of step S551 after the effect control CPU 120 executes the process of step S762, etc. ).
In such a configuration, after the presentation of the achievement condition is started, the variable information display state of the identification information is set to the reach state every time the start condition is satisfied until the display result by the specific variable display pattern is derived and displayed. . Thereby, it becomes reachable in each variable display, so that the player's sense of expectation for the achievement of the achievement condition can be increased, and the interest of the game can be improved.

(5) The gaming machine of any one of (1) to (4) is presented with a non-specific effect that does not match the presented condition after the presentation of the achievement condition is started by the condition presentation means. An effect change control means (for example, the effect control CPU 120 for determining the effect in step S780 determines that the effect is changed to a specific effect that matches the condition (for example, executing a change effect as shown in FIG. 41 (H2)). After executing the process, a part for executing the process of step S536 may be provided.
In such a configuration, a non-specific effect that does not match the presented condition is changed to a specific effect that matches the presented condition. Thereby, until the display result is derived and displayed in each variable display, the player's expectation that the achievement condition is satisfied can be maintained, and the interest of the game can be improved.

It is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in this embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows the various control boards etc. which were mounted in the pachinko game machine. It is explanatory drawing which shows various chance eyes. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is explanatory drawing which illustrates the random number value counted by the side of a main board | substrate. It is a figure which illustrates a fluctuation pattern. It is a figure which illustrates a variation pattern classification. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a special figure display result determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a big hit classification determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a variation pattern classification determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a fluctuation pattern determination table. It is a block diagram which shows the structural example of the data holding area for game control. It is explanatory drawing which illustrates the random number value counted by the side of an effect control board. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a mission alerting | reporting start determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example etc. of a mission alerting | reporting pattern determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a change production determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example etc. of an effect control pattern. FIG. 38 is a block diagram illustrating a configuration example of an effect control data holding area. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the timer interruption process for game control. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a start winning determination process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a start winning determination process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a specific pattern determination process at the time of winning. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of a specific pattern common range. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of a specific pattern common range. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a fluctuation pattern setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol stop process. It is the flowchart etc. which show an example of a big hit end process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of production control main processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a start winning time command process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of production control process processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a decoration design fluctuation | variation setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a mission alerting | reporting start setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a mission alerting | reporting setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a final stop symbol determination process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the production setting process during variable display. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a process during decoration design change. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a mission effect execution process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a process at the time of the decoration symbol change completion. It is a figure which shows the example of production | presentation operation | movement etc. in a mission alerting | reporting effect. It is a figure which shows the various structural examples in another example. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the reach determination table in another example. It is a flowchart which shows a part of special pattern determination process at the time of winning in another example. It is explanatory drawing which shows the reach common range in another example. It is a flowchart which shows the fluctuation pattern setting process in another example. It is the flowchart etc. which show a part of command process at the time of start winning in another example.

  Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. FIG. 1 is a front view of a pachinko gaming machine according to the present embodiment and shows an arrangement layout of main members. The pachinko gaming machine (gaming machine) 1 is roughly composed of a gaming board (gauge board) 2 constituting a gaming board surface and a gaming machine frame (base frame) 3 for supporting and fixing the gaming board 2. The game board 2 is formed with a substantially circular game area surrounded by guide rails. In this game area, a game ball as a game medium is launched from a predetermined hitting ball launching device and driven.

  A first special symbol display device 4A and a second special symbol display device 4B are provided at predetermined positions of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, on the right side of the game area). Each of the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B is composed of, for example, 7-segment or dot matrix LEDs (light emitting diodes). Special symbols (also referred to as “special graphics”), which are a plurality of types of identification information (special identification information) that can be displayed, are variably displayed (variable display). For example, each of the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B variably displays a plurality of types of special symbols composed of numbers indicating "0" to "9", symbols indicating "-", and the like. To do. The special symbols displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B are composed of numbers indicating "0" to "9", symbols indicating "-", and the like. There is no limitation, and for example, a plurality of types of lighting patterns in which the combination of the LED to be turned on and the LED to be turned off in the 7-segment LED may be set in advance as a plurality of types of special symbols. A plurality of special symbols are assigned symbol numbers corresponding thereto. As an example, symbol numbers “0” to “9” are assigned to numbers indicating “0” to “9”, and symbol numbers “10” are assigned to symbols indicating “−”. Just do it. Hereinafter, the special symbol variably displayed by the first special symbol display device 4A is also referred to as "first special symbol", and the special symbol variably displayed by the second special symbol display device 4B is also referred to as "second special symbol". .

  Both the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B are formed, for example, in a square shape. Note that the type of the first special figure and the type of the second special figure may be the same (for example, a number indicating “0” to “9” and a symbol indicating “−”), and the type may be different. May be different. Further, each of the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B may be configured to variably display numbers (or two-digit symbols) indicating, for example, “00” to “99”. .

  An image display device 5 is provided near the center of the game area on the game board 2. The image display device 5 is composed of, for example, an LCD (liquid crystal display device) or the like, and forms a display area for displaying various effect images. In the display area of the image display device 5, the first special symbol variable display by the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol variable display by the second special symbol display device 4B in the special symbol game respectively correspond to the variable display. For example, in a decorative symbol display area serving as a variable display section divided into a plurality of parts such as three, decorative symbols which are a plurality of types of identification information (decorative identification information) each identifiable are variably displayed. This variable display of decorative designs is also included in the variable display game.

  As an example, “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R are arranged in the display area of the image display device 5. In response to the start of either the first special symbol change by the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol change by the second special symbol display device 4B in the special game, ”,“ Middle ”, and“ right ”decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, the variation of decorative symbols (for example, vertical scroll display) is started. Thereafter, when the fixed special symbol is stopped and displayed as a variable display result in the special symbol game, the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the image display device 5 are displayed. Then, the finalized decorative symbol (final stop symbol) that is the variable display result of the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed. The “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas are movable within the display area of the image display device 5 so that the decorative symbols can be displayed in a reduced or enlarged manner. May be. As described above, in the display area of the image display device 5, the special game using the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A or the special special game using the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B. In synchronization with the figure game, a variable display of a plurality of types of decorative patterns that can be identified is performed, and a fixed decorative pattern that is a variable display result is derived and displayed. Deriving and displaying the display result means that identification information such as a decorative symbol is stopped and displayed (also referred to as a complete stop display or a final stop display) and the variable display is ended.

  In the image display device 5, as the display areas to be the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, three areas may be provided so that they can be bonded or separated, or can be bonded and separated. . The display operation in the image display device 5 is controlled by the effect control CPU 120 mounted on the effect control board 12 shown in FIG. When the first special symbol display device 4A is executing variable display of the first special diagram, the effect control CPU 120 causes the image display device 5 to perform effect display along with the variable display, and the second special symbol is displayed. When the variable display of the second special figure is executed on the display device 4B, the effect display is executed on the image display device 5 along with the variable display, so that the progress of the game can be easily grasped.

  The decorative symbols variably displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R include, for example, eight types of symbols (alphanumeric characters “1” to “8” or Chinese characters). Numbers “1” to “8”, English letters “A” to “H”, eight character images related to a predetermined motif, a combination of numbers, characters or symbols and character images, etc. For example, it may be a decoration image showing a person, an animal, an object other than these, a symbol such as a character, or any other figure. In addition to these eight types of decorative symbols, a blank symbol (a symbol that does not constitute a jackpot combination) may be included. A corresponding symbol number is assigned to each of the decorative symbols. For example, symbol numbers “1” to “8” are assigned to alphanumeric characters indicating “1” to “8”, respectively. Note that the number of decorative symbols is not limited to eight, and may be any number as long as an appropriate number of combinations such as a jackpot combination or a combination that is lost can be configured (for example, seven types or nine types).

  During the change of the decorative symbol, in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of the “left”, “middle”, and “right”, for example, from the smallest to the largest symbol number, sequentially from the top to the bottom. When the scrolling display is performed and the decorative symbol having the largest symbol number (for example, “8”) is displayed, the decorative symbol having the smallest symbol number (for example, “1”) is subsequently displayed. Alternatively, in at least one of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R (for example, the “left” decorative symbol display area 5L), the symbols are scrolled from the largest symbol number to the smallest symbol symbol. When the decorative design having the smallest number is displayed, the decorative design having the largest design number may be displayed.

  In the display area of the image display device 5, a start winning storage display area 5H is arranged. In the start winning memory display area 5H, a hold memory display for displaying the variable display hold number (special figure hold memory number) in an identifiable manner is performed. Here, the suspension of the variable display occurs when a game ball enters (starts winning) the first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A and the second starting winning opening formed by the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B. To do. That is, the start condition (also referred to as “execution condition”) for executing a variable display game such as a special figure game or a variable display of decorative symbols has been established, but a variable display game based on the previously established start condition is being executed. When the start condition for starting the variable display game is not satisfied due to the fact that the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the big hit gaming state, the variable display corresponding to the established start condition is suspended. Done.

  As an example, the start winning storage display area 5H is provided with a plurality of display parts whose display colors are changed from left to right in order from the variable display game in which the start condition is established based on the occurrence of the start winning. Yes. When the starting condition (first starting condition) of the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A is established based on the game ball entering the first starting winning opening, the One of the display parts that are displayed (transparent color) (for example, the leftmost display part among the non-displayed display parts) is changed to blue display. Further, when a special ball game start condition (second start condition) using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B is established based on the game ball entering the second start winning opening, it is normally not One of the displayed display parts is changed to a red display. Thereafter, when one of the start condition (first start condition) of the special figure game using the first special figure and the start condition (second start condition) of the special figure game using the second special figure is established, for example, The display at the leftmost display part is removed and the display at each display part is moved leftward one by one. At this time, one of the display parts that have changed to blue display or red display (for example, the display part at the right end of the display part whose display color has changed) returns to non-display. Here, when the hold memory display is performed, the special figure hold memory number based on the establishment of the variable display game start condition can be specified, but the start condition is the first start condition or the second start condition. If it cannot be specified, the display mode of the special figure reserved memory number may be changed to a predetermined display form, for example, by changing the number of display parts corresponding to the special figure reserved memory number to gray.

  In the start winning memory display area 5H, a number indicating the special figure reserved memory number may be displayed so that the player or the like can recognize the special figure reserved memory number. In addition to the start winning memory display area 5H or in place of the start winning memory display area 5H, a display for displaying the number of special figure reserved memories may be provided. In the example shown in FIG. 1, together with the start winning memory display area 5H, the first hold for displaying the special figure hold memory number in an identifiable manner on the upper part of the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B. A display 25A and a second hold display 25B are provided. The first hold indicator 25A displays the first hold memory number as the effective start winning ball number that has entered the first start winning port formed by the normal winning ball device 6A so as to be specified. The second hold indicator 25B displays the second hold memory number as the effective start winning ball number that has entered the second start winning port formed by the normal variable winning ball device 6B in an identifiable manner. Each of the first hold indicator 25A and the second hold indicator 25B has, for example, a number (for example, four) of LEDs corresponding to an upper limit value (for example, “4”) in each of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number. It is comprised including.

  Below the image display device 5, an ordinary winning ball device 6A and an ordinary variable winning ball device 6B are provided. The normal winning ball device 6A forms a first start winning opening that is always kept in a certain open state by a predetermined ball receiving member, for example. The normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B has an electric motor having a pair of movable wing pieces that are changed into a normal open state as a vertical position and an expanded open state as a tilt position by a solenoid 81 for a normal electric accessory shown in FIG. A tulip-shaped accessory (ordinary electric accessory) is provided to form a second start winning opening. As an example, in the ordinary variable winning ball apparatus 6B, the movable wing piece is in the vertical position when the solenoid 81 for the ordinary electric accessory is in the off state, so that it is difficult for the game ball to enter the second start winning opening. Normally open. On the other hand, in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B, the game ball enters the second start winning opening by tilt control in which the movable blade piece is tilted when the solenoid 81 for the normal electric accessory is in the on state. Easy to open and open. In the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B, although the game ball can enter the second start winning opening even in the normal open state, there is a possibility that the game ball may enter more than in the expanded open state. You may comprise so that it may become low. Alternatively, the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B may be configured such that the game ball does not enter the second starting winning opening in the normally open state, for example, by closing the second starting winning opening.

  A game ball that has entered the first start winning opening formed in the normal winning ball apparatus 6A is detected by, for example, a first start opening switch 22A shown in FIG. A game ball that has entered the second start winning opening formed in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B is detected by, for example, a second start opening switch 22B shown in FIG. Based on the detection of the game ball by the first start port switch 22A, a predetermined number (for example, three) of game balls are paid out as prize balls, and the first reserved memory number is set to a predetermined upper limit value (for example, “4”). ) If the following, the first start condition is satisfied. Based on the detection of the game ball by the second start port switch 22B, a predetermined number (for example, three) of game balls are paid out as prize balls, and the second reserved memory number is set to a predetermined upper limit value (for example, “4”). ) If so, the second start condition is satisfied. The number of prize balls to be paid out based on the detection of the game ball by the first start port switch 22A and the number of prize balls to be paid out based on the detection of the game ball by the second start port switch 22B. May be the same number or different numbers.

  A special variable winning ball device 7 is provided below the normal winning ball device 6A and the normal variable winning ball device 6B. The special variable winning ball apparatus 7 includes a large winning opening door that is opened and closed by a solenoid 82 for the large winning opening door shown in FIG. 2, and changes into an open state and a closed state by the large winning opening door. Forming a mouth. As an example, in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, when the solenoid 82 for the special prize opening door is in the off state, the special prize opening door closes the special prize opening. On the other hand, in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, when the solenoid 82 for the big prize opening door is in the ON state, the big prize opening door opens the big winning opening. A game ball that has entered a special winning opening formed in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is detected by, for example, a count switch 23 shown in FIG. Based on the detection of game balls by the count switch 23, a predetermined number (for example, 15) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

  Thus, although the first start condition and the second start condition are satisfied, the special game started first is being executed, and the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state. Due to this, when the start condition for starting the special figure game is not satisfied, the variable display is suspended. For example, if the first start condition for starting the special figure game using the first special figure based on the establishment of the first start condition is not satisfied when the first start condition is satisfied, the first hold memory The number is incremented by 1 (incremented), and execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is suspended. If the second start condition for starting the special figure game using the second special figure based on the establishment of the second start condition is not satisfied when the second start condition is satisfied, the second holding memory is stored. The number is incremented by 1 and the execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is suspended. On the other hand, when the execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is started, the first reserved memory number is decremented by 1 (decrement), and the execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is started. When this is done, the second reserved memory number is decremented by 1 (decremented). The added value of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number may be a total reserved memory number or a special figure reserved memory number.

  A normal symbol display 20 is provided at a predetermined position of the game board 2 (on the left side of the game area in the example shown in FIG. 1). As an example, the normal symbol display 20 is composed of 7 segments, dot matrix LEDs, and the like, like the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, and a plurality of types of identification information different from the special symbols. Is displayed (variably displayed) in a variable manner. Such variable display of normal symbols is called a general game (also referred to as “normal game”). The normal symbol display 20 variably displays, for example, a plurality of types of normal symbols composed of numbers indicating “0” to “9”, symbols indicating “−”, and the like. A plurality of types of normal symbols are assigned symbol numbers corresponding thereto. As an example, symbol numbers “0” to “9” are assigned to numbers indicating “0” to “9”, and symbol numbers “10” are assigned to symbols indicating “−”. Just do it. The normal symbol display 20 is not limited to the one that variably displays the numbers indicating “0” to “9” or the symbols indicating “−” as normal symbols. For example, “O” and “X” are displayed. Ordinary symbols are variably displayed by alternately lighting the decorative lamps (or LEDs) to be displayed, or by lighting a plurality of decorative lamps (or LEDs) such as “left”, “middle”, and “right” in a predetermined order. It may be a thing. Above the normal symbol display 20, a universal figure holding display 25 </ b> C is provided. The general-purpose hold indicator 25C includes, for example, four LEDs, and displays the general-purpose hold storage number as the number of effective passing balls that have passed through the passing gate 41.

  In addition to the above-described configuration, the surface of the game board 2 is provided with a windmill for changing the flow direction and speed of the game ball and a number of obstacle nails. In addition, as a winning opening different from the first starting winning opening, the second starting winning opening, and the large winning opening, for example, one or a plurality of general winning openings that are always kept open by a predetermined ball receiving member are provided. May be. In this case, a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls may be paid out as a prize ball based on the fact that a game ball that has entered one of the general prize openings is detected by a predetermined general prize ball switch. In the lowermost part of the game area, there is provided an out port through which game balls that have not entered any winning port are taken. Speakers 8L and 8R for reproducing and outputting sound effects and the like are provided at the left and right upper positions of the gaming machine frame 3, and a game effect lamp 9 is provided at the periphery of the game area. A decorative LED may be arranged around each structure (for example, the normal winning ball device 6A, the normal variable winning ball device 6B, the special variable winning ball device 7, etc.) in the game area of the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  At the lower right position of the gaming machine frame 3, there is provided a hitting operation handle (operation knob) operated by a player or the like to launch a game ball as a game medium toward the game area. For example, the hitting operation handle adjusts the resilience of the game ball according to the operation amount (rotation amount) by the player or the like. The hitting operation handle only needs to be provided with a single shot switch or a touch ring (touch sensor) for stopping the driving of a shooting motor included in the hitting ball shooting device. At a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the gaming area, a game ball paid out as a prize ball or a game ball lent out by a predetermined ball lending machine is held (stored) so as to be supplied to a ball hitting device. ) Is provided. For example, an operation button 30 that can be operated by the player by a pressing operation or the like is provided at a predetermined position on the front side of the upper surface of the upper plate. The operation button 30 is a jog dial that can be pressed and rotated. The operation button 30 is not limited to a button that can be pressed or rotated, and may be a button that can be touched or pressed, such as a touch panel, or tilted like a lever-type switch. Operation may be possible. Further, instead of the operation button 30, a sensor that can detect a predetermined operation action by the player, such as an infrared sensor, a CCD sensor, or a CMOS sensor, may be used. In other words, the operation button 30 only needs to be configured so that a predetermined operation action by the player can be detected mechanically, electrically, or electromagnetically. The player's operation action performed on the operation button 30 is detected by the operation detection switch 31 shown in FIG.

  In the normal game with the normal symbol display 20, the normal symbol display 20 shows that the game ball that has passed through the passing gate 41 provided in the game area is detected by the gate switch 21 shown in FIG. After the general chart start condition for executing variable display is established, based on the fact that the general chart start condition for starting variable display of normal symbols, such as the end of the previous general chart game, is established, Be started. In this normal game, after the normal symbol change is started, when a predetermined time as the normal symbol change time elapses, the fixed normal symbol that is a variable display result of the normal symbol is stopped and displayed (derived display). At this time, if a specific normal symbol (a symbol per ordinary symbol), such as a number indicating “7”, is stopped and displayed as the fixed ordinary symbol, the variable symbol display result of the ordinary symbol becomes “per ordinary symbol”. On the other hand, if a normal symbol other than the symbol per symbol such as a number or symbol other than the number indicating “7” is stopped and displayed as the fixed ordinary symbol, the variable symbol display result of the normal symbol is “ordinary loss”. Become. Corresponding to the fact that the normal symbol variable display result is “per standard”, the expansion / release control (tilt control) is performed in which the movable tulip of the electric tulip constituting the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B is tilted. The normal opening control is performed to return to the vertical position when a predetermined time has elapsed.

  The special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A is caused by the fact that the game ball that has entered the first starting winning port formed in the normal winning ball device 6A is detected by the first starting port switch 22A shown in FIG. After the first start condition is satisfied, the process is started on the basis that the first start condition is satisfied, for example, due to the end of the previous special figure game or the big hit game state. In the special game by the second special symbol display device 4B, a game ball that has entered the second start winning port formed in the normal variable winning ball device 6B is detected by the second start port switch 22B shown in FIG. After the second start condition is satisfied by the above, it is started based on the fact that the second start condition is satisfied, for example, due to the end of the last special figure game or the big hit gaming state.

  In the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B, after the special symbol variable display is started, the special symbol variable display result is obtained when a predetermined time as the special symbol variable time elapses. A definite special symbol (a special graph display result) is derived and displayed. At this time, if a specific special symbol (big hit symbol) is stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol, “big hit” is obtained as a specific display result, and if a special symbol other than the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed, “lost” is displayed. After the variable display result in the special figure game becomes “big hit”, it is controlled to the big hit gaming state as a specific gaming state in which a round game advantageous to the player (also simply referred to as “round”) is executed a predetermined number of times. . In the pachinko gaming machine 1 in this embodiment, as an example, the numbers indicating “1”, “3”, and “7” are big hit symbols, the numbers indicating “2” are small hit symbols, and “−” is shown. The symbol is a lost pattern. It should be noted that each symbol such as a big win symbol, a small bonus symbol, or a lose symbol in the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A is different from each symbol in the special symbol game by the second special symbol display device 4B. Alternatively, a special symbol common to both special symbol games may be a big hit symbol, a small bonus symbol, or a lost symbol.

  In this embodiment, among the special symbols indicating the numbers “1”, “3”, and “7” that are jackpot symbols, the special symbols indicating the numbers “3” and “7” are 15 round jackpot symbols, A special symbol indicating the number “1” is a two-round jackpot symbol. In the big hit gaming state (15 round big hit state) as a multi-round specific gaming state controlled after the 15 round big hit symbol is stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol in the special figure game, the open / close plate of the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is The special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is played by opening the large winning opening in a predetermined period (for example, 29 seconds) which is the first period or until a predetermined number (for example, 9) of winning balls are generated. A round game for changing to the first state advantageous to the player is executed. In this way, the opening and closing plate that opened the grand prize opening during the execution of the round game receives the game ball falling on the surface of the game board 2 and then closed the grand prize opening, thereby providing a special variable prize ball device. 7 is changed to the second state which is disadvantageous to the player, and one round game is completed. In the 15 round big hit state, the number of executions of the round game, which is the open cycle of the big prize opening, becomes the first round number (for example, “15”). A game in the 15 round big hit state in which the number of executions of the round game is “15” is also referred to as a 15-time open game. In such a 15 round big hit state, 15 balls are obtained each time a game ball wins a big winning opening. The 15 round round big hit state is also referred to as a first specific gaming state.

  In the big hit gaming state (two round big hit state) as a small round specific gaming state controlled after the two round big hit symbol is stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol in the special figure game, the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is set in each round game. The period for changing to the first state advantageous to the player (the period in which the big winning opening is opened by the opening / closing plate) is shorter than the first period in the 15 round big hit state (for example, 0.5 second). Become. In the 2 round big hit state, the number of round games executed is the second round number (for example, “2”) smaller than the first round number in the 15 round big hit state. Note that in the 2 round big hit state, it is only necessary to control the number of executions of the round game to be the second round number, and other control may be performed in the same manner as the 15 round big hit state. A game in a two round big hit state in which the number of executions of the round game is “2” is also referred to as a two-time open game. In a two-round big hit state, in a predetermined winning ball device provided separately from the special variable winning ball device 7 in each round game, by changing a predetermined winning port serving as a big winning port from a closed state to an open state, etc. Alternatively, the state may be changed from the second state that is disadvantageous to the player to the first state that is advantageous to the player, and then returned to the second state after a predetermined period (the first period or the second period) has elapsed.

  In such a two-round big win state, if a game ball wins a big winning opening, 15 balls will be obtained, but the opening period of the big winning opening is the second period (0.5 seconds) Short. Therefore, the two-round big hit state is a big hit gaming state in which a game is not substantially obtained. The 2 round big hit state is also referred to as a second specific gaming state. Further, the big hit gaming state as the low round specific gaming state is not limited to the small number of round games executed as compared to the big round gaming state as the multiple round specific gaming state. While the specific gaming state and the multi-round specific gaming state are the same, in the small round specific gaming state, the upper limit period (for example, 2 seconds) for opening the big prize opening is the upper limit period (for example, the multi-round specific gaming state) 29 seconds). In other words, the big hit gaming state as the small round specific gaming state is that the period in which the big prize opening is changed to the open state in each round game is a second period shorter than the first period in the multi-round specific gaming state, It is sufficient that the number of game executions is at least one of the second round numbers smaller than the first round number in the multi-round specific gaming state.

  Further, among the special symbols indicating the numbers “3” and “7” which are the big hit symbols of 15 rounds, the special symbol indicating the number “3” is stopped and displayed as the confirmed special symbol in the special game 15 After the round big hit state is over, as one of the special game states, time reduction control is performed in which the variable symbol variable display time (special figure change time) in the special figure game is shortened compared to the normal state Controlled. Here, the normal state is a normal game state as a game state different from a specific game state such as a big hit game state, a probability change state, and a short time state, and an initial setting state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 (for example, a system reset is performed). As in the case where the initialization process is performed after the power is turned on, the same control is performed. If the time-short state is terminated when any of the conditions of the special game is executed a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times) and the variable display result is “big hit” is satisfied first, Good. Like the special symbol indicating the number “3”, the 15-round jackpot symbol that is controlled to the short-time state after the jackpot gaming state based on the fact that it is stopped and displayed as the confirmed special symbol in the special symbol game is not probable. It is called a jackpot symbol (also called “normal jackpot symbol”). Further, the fact that the non-probability variable big hit symbol out of the 15 round big hit symbols is stopped and displayed and the variable display result becomes “big hit” is called “15R non-probable big hit” (also referred to as “15R normal big hit”).

  Out of the special symbols that indicate the numbers of “3” and “7” that will be the big hit symbol of 15 rounds, the special symbol that shows the number of “7” is stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol in the special figure game. After the status is over, or after the 2 round jackpot state has ended based on the special symbol showing the number “1” that will be the 2 round jackpot symbol being stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol in the special game, As one of the special gaming states different from the normal state, for example, the probability variation state (high probability state) in which the probability variation control (probability variation control) is continuously performed together with the time shortening control in which the special figure variation time is shortened compared to the normal state. Controlled. In this probabilistic state, the variable display result of each special figure game and decorative design is improved so that the probability that the variable display result will be “big hit” and further controlled to the big hit gaming state will be higher than in the normal state and the short-time state. To do. Such a probability change state continues until the next variable display result is a “big hit”, regardless of the number of executions of the special game. Like the special symbol indicating the number “7”, the 15-round jackpot symbol that is controlled to be probable after the jackpot game state based on being stopped and displayed as the confirmed special symbol in the special symbol game is It is called a symbol. Like the special symbol indicating the number “1”, the two-round big hit symbol controlled to the probable change state after the big hit gaming state based on being stopped and displayed as the confirmed special symbol in the special symbol game is a sudden big hit symbol. It is called. Further, the fact that the probability variable big hit symbol of the 15 round big hit symbols is stopped and displayed and the variable display result becomes “big hit” is called “15R probability big hit”. The fact that the sudden hit symbol is stopped and displayed and the variable display result is “big hit” is referred to as “surprise big hit” (also referred to as “2R probability variable big hit”). The 15 round jackpot symbols “3” and “7” and the 2 round jackpot symbol “1” are examples, and each jackpot symbol is not limited to these. For example, in order to prevent the player from recognizing the jackpot symbol or the type of jackpot, the jackpot symbol may not be a number but may be a predetermined symbol (for example, “co”).

  After the special symbol indicating the number “2” as the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed as the confirmed special symbol in the special symbol game, the small hit game state is controlled. In this small hit gaming state, a variable winning operation for changing the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 to the first state advantageous to the player is performed as in the two round big hit state. That is, in the small hit gaming state, for example, the operation of setting the special variable winning ball device 7 to the first state (open state) for the second period is repeatedly executed until the second number of times (the number of executions equal to the second round number) is reached. Is done. In the small hit gaming state, as in the two round big hit state, the period during which the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is in the first state is the second period, and the number of executions of the operation in the first state is the second. Control may be performed so that at least one of the number of times is performed. After the small hit gaming state ends, the gaming state is not changed, and the game state before the variable display result becomes “small hit” is continuously controlled. However, if the number of executions of the special figure game in the special gaming state has reached a predetermined number when the special figure game with the variable display result of “small hit” is executed, after the end of the small hit gaming state, The special gaming state may end and return to the normal state. A game in the small hit gaming state in which the number of times that the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is set to the first state by the variable winning operation is “2” is also referred to as a two-time open game, similar to the game in the two round big hit state. When the winning ball device provided separately from the special variable winning ball device 7 is changed to the first state in each round game in the two round big hit state, the same as in the two round big hit state even in the small hit game state In this manner, the winning ball apparatus may be changed to the first state.

  In the probabilistic state or the short time state, the normal symbol display unit 20 controls the normal symbol in the normal symbol game so that the variation time of the normal symbol (ordinary symbol variation time) is shorter than that in the normal state. Control for improving the probability that the display result is “per normal figure” than in the normal state, and tilt control of the movable blade piece in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B based on the fact that the variable display result is “per normal figure”. The second start condition is such that the game ball can easily enter the second start winning opening, such as a control to make the tilt control time for performing longer than that in the normal state and a control to increase the number of tilts than in the normal state. Control that is advantageous to the player is performed by increasing the possibility of establishment. It should be noted that any one of these controls may be performed in the probability variation state or the short time state, or a plurality of controls may be performed in combination. As described above, the control that facilitates the entry of the game ball into the second start winning opening in the probability changing state or the short-time state is also referred to as high opening control. By performing the high opening control, the frequency at which the second start winning opening becomes the expanded opening state is higher than when the high opening control is not performed. As a result, the second start condition for executing the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B is easily established, and the special figure game can be executed frequently. In addition, the time until the variable display result becomes “big hit” is shortened. Therefore, in the probability variation state and the short time state, it becomes easier to enter the big hit gaming state than in the normal state. The period during which the high opening control can be executed is also referred to as a high opening control period, and this period may be the same as the period during which the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to either the certain change state or the short-time state. .

  In the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R provided in the image display device 5, a special symbol game using the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A and In response to the start of one of the special symbol games using the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B, the decorative symbol variable display is started. The period from the start of variable display of decorative symbols to the end of variable display due to the stop display of the fixed decorative symbols in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R Then, the variable display state of the decorative pattern may be a predetermined reach state. Here, the reach state means a decorative symbol (“reach variation symbol” which has not been stopped yet when the decorative symbol stopped and displayed in the display area of the image display device 5 forms part of the jackpot combination. Is also a display state in which the variation continues, or a display state in which all or part of the decorative symbols change synchronously while constituting all or part of the jackpot combination. Specifically, in some of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R (for example, “left” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R) in advance. The remaining decorative symbol display area (for example, “medium” decoration) that has not been stopped yet when the decorative symbol (for example, the decorative symbol indicating the alphanumeric character “7”) that constitutes the determined jackpot combination is stopped. In the symbol display area 5C, etc., the decorative pattern is changing, or in all or part of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. This is a display state that changes in synchronization while constituting all or part of the combination.

  Further, in response to the reach state, the decorative pattern fluctuation speed is reduced, or a character image (an effect image simulating a person) different from the decorative pattern is displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5. Or changing the display mode of the background image, playing and displaying a moving image that is different from the decorative design, or changing the variation mode of the decorative design, performing a different rendering operation than before reaching the reach state May be. Such effect operations such as display of the character image, change of the display mode of the background image, reproduction display of the moving image, and change of the decorative pattern change mode are referred to as reach effect display (or simply reach effect). In the reach effect, not only the display operation in the image display device 5 but also the sound output operation by the speakers 8L and 8R, the lighting operation (flashing operation) in the light emitter such as the game effect lamp 9, and the like are in the reach state. An operation mode different from the previous operation mode may be included. As an effect operation in the reach effect, a plurality of types of effect patterns (also referred to as “reach patterns”) having different operation modes (reach modes) may be prepared in advance. Each reach mode has a different possibility of “big hit” (also referred to as “reliability” or “big hit reliability”). That is, it is possible to vary the possibility that the variable display result will be a “hit” depending on which of the multiple types of reach effects is executed. As an example, in this embodiment, reach modes such as normal reach, super reach α, and super reach β are preset. And, when the reach form of super reach such as super reach α and super reach β appears, the possibility that the variable display result will be “big hit” compared to the case where the reach form of normal reach appears (big hit reliability) Becomes higher.

  During the variable display of decorative designs, unlike the reach effect, the decorative display variable display state may become the reach state, and the variable display result may be a “hit”. There may be a case where a variable display effect for notifying the player is given by a variable display mode of the symbol or the like. In this embodiment, variable display effects such as “pseudo-continuous” and “slip” can be executed, and each effect operation is executed in response to a change pattern being determined on the main board 11 side. Or not is determined.

  In the “pseudo-ream” variable display effect, the variable display of the decorative symbol is started in response to one of the first start condition and the second start condition of the special figure game being satisfied once. Before the final determined decorative symbol is derived and displayed, the decorative symbols are temporarily stopped and displayed in all of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. The effect display in which the decorative symbols are changed again (pseudo-variable) in all the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R can be performed a predetermined number of times (for example, up to three times). As an example, in the “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect, a special combination pseudo as shown in FIG. 3A is displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. A decorative symbol that is one of a plurality of types of lost combinations predetermined as the consecutive chances GC1 to GC8 is temporarily stopped and displayed. Here, the “left symbol” shown in FIG. 3A or the like is a decorative symbol displayed temporarily in the “left” decorative symbol display area 5L, and the “middle symbol” is a “middle” decorative symbol display area 5C. The “right symbol” is a decorative symbol displayed in the “right” decorative symbol display area 5R. In the temporary stop display, while the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed, it is stopped and displayed to the player by, for example, performing fluctuation display and changing the decorative symbol immediately after stopping for a short time. It is only necessary to notify that the decorative pattern is not fixed. Alternatively, in the temporary stop display, the decorative design may be re-fluctuated after the decorative design is stopped to the extent that the player recognizes that the decorative design that has been stopped is confirmed.

  In the “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect, the variable display result may be set so that the possibility that the variable display result becomes “big hit” increases as the number of pseudo-continuous changes (re-changes) increases. Thereby, the player can recognize that the specific effect of the “pseudo-ream” is performed by temporarily stopping display of any one of the pseudo-ream chances GC1 to GC8, and as the number of times of the pseudo-ream fluctuation increases. In addition, the expectation that the variable display result is “big hit” is enhanced. In this embodiment, in the variable display effect of “pseudo-continuous”, the first start condition or the second start condition is satisfied once by performing the pseudo-continuous change (re-change) once to three times. Based on this, it is possible to make it appear as if the variable display of the decorative symbols has been started 2 to 4 times in succession.

  When the “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect is executed, a re-change effect such as a related display effect is executed along with a plurality of variable displays including the initial change (pseudo-continuous change). Also good. As an example, during the period of each variation display (including the first variation) by the variable display effect of “pseudo ream”, one that is lit among a plurality of decoration LEDs provided inside or outside the game area is 1 It may be controlled to increase one by one. Further, during the period of each variation display (including the first variation), the display color of the decoration LED may be controlled to change, or the lighting LED among the plurality of decoration LEDs changes. May be controlled. As another example, the movable member provided inside or outside the game area may be controlled to operate during each fluctuation display (including the first fluctuation) by the variable display effect of “pseudo-continuous”. . As another example, the image display device 5 is controlled to display a predetermined effect image such as a specific character image during the period of each change display (including the first change) by the variable display effect of “pseudo-continuous”. May be. In addition to some or all of these re-variation effects, or instead of some or all of these re-variation effects, among the lighting and blinking of the decorative LED, the operation of the movable member, the display of the effect image, Control may be performed so as to execute a re-variation effect combining a part or all of them. At this time, a case where a re-variation effect combining a plurality of types of effect forms is included, or a case where a re-change effect is performed multiple times, compared to a case where a re-change effect is executed with only one type of effect form. When the production mode changes in, the possibility that the variable display result will be a “big hit” or the “15R probability variable big hit” may be increased.

  The production operation executed as the re-variation production may include any production operation such as sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R and lighting operation of other light emitters such as the game effect lamp 9. Also, for example, differences in the output of sound and sound effects from the speakers 8L and 8R, differences in the movement of the production target object (for example, a movable member, etc.) (difference in operating speed, difference in operating distance, difference in operating direction, etc.) Depending on the movement of the character image displayed on the display device 5 (difference in movement speed, difference in movement distance, difference in movement direction, etc.) Instead of changing the character display or changing the display of the background image, the effect mode in the re-change effect may be made different. Further, in addition to the re-variation effect executed during the variation of the decorative symbol, for example, when the decorative symbol that is one of the pseudo consecutive chances GC1 to GC8 is temporarily stopped, for example, audio output from the speakers 8L, 8R, The player may be able to recognize that the chance eye has been temporarily stopped and displayed by an arbitrary production operation such as the lighting operation of the light emitter such as the effect lamp 9.

  In the variable display effect of “sliding”, two or more decorative symbol display areas are displayed after changing the decorative symbols in all of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. After temporarily displaying the decorative symbols in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5R (for example, “left” and “right”), a predetermined number (for example, “1” or “2”) decorative symbol display area (for example, one or both of the “left” decorative symbol display area 5L and the “right” decorative symbol display area 5R), and after changing the decorative symbol again, stop display. Thus, the effect display for changing the decorative design to be stopped is performed.

  In addition to “pseudo ream” and “slip”, variable display effects using such variable display operation of decorative patterns include, for example, “Development opportunity eyes”, “Development opportunity eyes end”, “Slip after chance eyes stop” Various production operations such as these may be executed. Here, in the variable display effect of “Development Opportunity”, “Left”, “Middle”, “Right” from the start of the variable display of the decorative pattern to the display of the fixed decorative pattern resulting in the variable display result. In all of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, the decorative symbols constituting the development chances included in the predetermined special combination are temporarily stopped and displayed, and then the decorative symbol variable display state is reached. A predetermined reach production is started. As a result, when the decorative symbol constituting the development opportunity is temporarily stopped, the variable display state of the decorative symbol becomes the reach state, and the variable display result becomes “big hit” after the reach state is reached. , The player's expectation is enhanced. Further, in the variable display effect of “end of development chance”, after the decorative display variable display is started, the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative pattern display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R are all displayed. Then, an effect display is performed in which a decorative pattern having a predetermined combination as an opportunity for development is derived and displayed as a confirmed decorative pattern. In the variable display effect of “slip after the chance stop”, as with the variable display effect of “pseudo ream”, after the variable display of the decorative pattern is started, the fixed decorative pattern that is the variable display result is derived and displayed. , “Left”, “Middle”, “Right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R are temporarily stopped temporarily for the decorative combination (special combination) that is one of the pseudo consecutive chances GC1 to GC8. After the display, unlike the variable display effect of “pseudo-continuous”, the effect display that changes the decorative symbol to be stopped by changing the decorative symbol again in a part of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. Is done.

  Unlike variable reach effects such as reach effects or “pseudo-ream” or “slip” during decorative display of decorative symbols, for example, displaying effect images such as predetermined character images and message images. Notifying the player that the decorative display variable display state may reach a reach state and that the variable display result may be a “hit” due to a presentation operation different from the variable display operation of the symbol. A notice effect may be executed. The effect operation that becomes the notice effect is the variable display state of the decorative symbol after the decorative symbol variable display is started in all of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. May be executed (started) prior to the reach state (before the decorative symbols are stopped and displayed in the “left” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R). In addition, the notice effect that notifies that the variable display result may be a “big hit” may include one that is executed after the variable display state of the decorative symbol becomes the reach state. In this embodiment, a plurality of types of notice effects such as “character notice” and “operation notice” are set to be executable. An effect operation that becomes a notice effect may be any action that does not cause a change in the variable symbol display time (special figure change time) depending on whether or not it is executed.

  In the notice effect of “Character notice”, an effect display is performed in which a character image prepared in advance at a predetermined position is displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5 during variable display of the decorative symbols. Here, as the display of the character image, a character image that is separate from the decorative design may be displayed statically or in motion (animation display), or a character image that is variably displayed integrally with the decorative design. The display may be an operation display (animation display) in a display form different from the variable display of the decorative pattern.

  In the notice effect of “notice at the time of operation”, for example, on the display screen of the image display device 5 in response to the player performing a predetermined operation (for example, a pressing operation) on the operation button 30 while the decorative symbol is variably displayed. The production operation is changed by changing the display of the production image or changing the sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R. As an example, in the notice effect of “notice at the time of operation”, a predetermined effect operation serving as a button operation promotion effect is performed during variable display of a decorative symbol. In the button operation promotion effect, for example, an effect image such as a character image or a message image prepared in advance is displayed at a predetermined position on the display screen of the image display device 5, thereby prompting the player to operate the operation button 30. Any production operation may be used. The effect operation that prompts the player to operate the operation button 30 is not limited to the effect display of the effect image on the image display device 5, and the game effect lamp 9 that outputs predetermined sound from the speakers 8L and 8R. Or lighting the LED for decoration in a predetermined lighting pattern, or operating a movable member provided in a rendering accessory provided inside or outside the game area in a predetermined operation mode, or any of these May be combined. When such a button operation promotion effect is performed, an operation effective period for effectively detecting the operation of the operation button 30 by the player is set. When the operation of the operation button 30 by the player is detected by the operation detection switch 31 within the operation effective period, the execution of the button operation promotion effect is stopped at the timing when the operation is detected, and prepared in advance, for example. One of the plurality of types of effect images is displayed on the image display device 5, and the sound effect corresponding to one of the plurality of types of sound patterns prepared in advance is displayed on the speaker 8L. Various effects such as output from 8R are executed.

  As the notice effect by the effect operation different from the variable display operation of such decorative symbols, various effect operations such as “step-up operation” can be executed in addition to “character notice” and “operation notice”. Good. Here, in the notice effect of “step-up operation”, as an example, a plurality of types of effect images prepared in advance are switched and displayed in a predetermined order on the display screen of the image display device 5 during the variable display of decorative symbols. An effect operation may be performed such that the effect mode changes (steps up) in a plurality of stages by the effect display. In the notice effect of “step-up operation”, after any one of a plurality of kinds of effect images prepared in advance (for example, an effect image that is displayed first in a predetermined order) is displayed, the effect image The effect display in the notice effect may be terminated without being switched. Further, as another example of the notice effect of the “step-up operation”, there are a plurality of types of movable members provided in the effect accessory provided inside or outside the game area during the variable display of the decorative design according to a predetermined order. An effect operation in which the effect mode changes (steps up) in a plurality of stages may be performed by the effect operation operated in the operation mode. In the notice effect of “step-up operation”, after the movable member performs the effect operation in one type of operation, the effect operation in the notice effect may be terminated without switching to the effect operation of the second stage. There may be. As described above, the notice effect of the “step-up operation” is executed in response to one start prize (that one game ball has entered the first start prize opening or the second start prize opening). This is a kind of notice effect that is executed during variable display of symbols and decorative designs, and is a step-up notice effect that changes the notice style (display, sound, lamp, movable object, etc.) in multiple stages (steps up). . In general, the greater the number of changes (number of steps), the higher the reliability (the possibility that the variable display result will be a “big hit”). Further, depending on the number of steps in the step-up notice effect or the effect mode at each step, it becomes “15R probability variation big hit” or “2R probability variation big hit”, a specific reach effect is executed, “15R non-probable variation” Of the promotion from “big hit” to “15R probable big hit”, at least one of them may be notified in advance. Further, the object to be notified may be changed according to the number of times of change (number of steps). For example, “reach determination” may be performed when going to the second step, “super reach confirmation” when going to the third step, and “big hit confirmation” going to the fourth step. As the change of the notice mode (step-up), different character images may be displayed in order, or the step-up may be performed by changing the shape or color of one character. May be. That is, it is only necessary to be able to recognize that the state of the notice means (display, sound, lamp, movable object, etc.) as viewed from the player changes stepwise.

  In addition, during the variable display of decorative symbols, a predetermined effect operation serving as a mission notification effect may be executed. In the mission notification effect, an effect operation for presenting and notifying a player of a certain mission (task) is performed as an achievement condition for the variable display result to be “big hit”. As an effect operation for presenting the achievement condition, for example, an effect image indicating the achievement condition is displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5, or a sound that allows the player to recognize the achievement condition is output from the speakers 8L and 8R. A predetermined lamp or LED included in the game effect lamp 9 or the decoration LED is turned on to notify the achievement condition, or a movable member provided in the effect accessory provided in the game area or outside the game area is operated. May be used as long as the achievement condition is notified, or a combination of a part or all of these can be presented to the player. The mission presented in this mission notification effect is a predetermined decorative symbol (one decorative symbol that is one of symbol numbers “1” to “8”, or a plurality of decorative symbols that are odd or even symbol numbers). Any one) is stopped and displayed in a reach state, a reach effect is executed in a predetermined effect mode, a notice effect is executed in a predetermined effect mode, or an effect obtained by combining some or all of these effects Anything related to the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 such as one of the operations being executed may be used. The mission notification effect can be executed over a plurality of variable displays of special symbols and decorative symbols, and after the mission notification effect is started, a transition is made to an effect mode different from the normal effect mode called the mission mode. You may do it.

  When the variable display result is “big hit” during the execution of the mission notification effect, it is only necessary to be able to execute the effect operation that is the specific effect that matches the achievement condition. Depending on the achieved achievement conditions, even when the variable display result is “big hit”, a specific effect that matches the achievement conditions may not be executed. In this way, the mission presented as the achievement condition has a variable display result of “big hit” when an effect operation that is a specific effect corresponding to the mission is executed, while a variable display result is obtained even when the specific effect is not executed. Anything that can be a “big hit” can be used. Alternatively, even when the variable display result does not become “big hit” during the execution of the mission notification effect, a specific effect that matches the achievement condition may be executed. In this case, when the variable display result does not become “big hit”, the possibility that the specific performance matching the achievement condition is sufficiently reduced compared to when the variable display result becomes “big hit”, the mission is What is necessary is just to raise a player's expectation that a variable display result will be a "hit" when it is achieved.

  In addition, after the presentation of the achievement condition by the mission notification effect is started, a predetermined effect operation as a change effect may be executed. In the changed production, after the production operation is performed that becomes a non-specific production in which the mission is not achieved without meeting the presented achievement condition, the mission is achieved in conformity with the presented achievement condition. A change to a production operation that is a specific production is performed. In addition, after performing an effect operation to change to a specific effect after an effect operation that becomes a non-specific effect is performed, a definite decorative design is derived and displayed without changing to the specific effect. There may be things to do.

  If a special symbol that will be a lost symbol is stopped and displayed as a special symbol to be confirmed in the special symbol game, the decorative symbol variable display state will not reach the reach state after the variable symbol variable display starts. There are cases in which a fixed decorative symbol that is a non-reach combination is stopped and displayed. Such a decorative display variable display mode is referred to as “non-reach” (also referred to as “unreach loss”) variable display mode when the variable display result is “losing”.

  When a special symbol that becomes a losing symbol is stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol in the special symbol game, it corresponds to the fact that the decorative symbol variable display state has reached the reach state after the decorative symbol variable display has started. Then, after the reach effect is executed, or when the reach effect is not executed, a fixed decorative pattern that becomes a predetermined reach combination (also referred to as a reach-losing combination) may be stopped and displayed. Such a variable display result of the decorative design is referred to as a variable display mode of “reach” (also referred to as “reach lose”) when the variable display result is “losing”. Note that the fixed decorative pattern that is a non-reach combination and the fixed decorative pattern that is a reach combination are collectively referred to as a fixed decorative pattern of a lost combination (non-specific combination).

  When the special symbol indicating the number “3”, which is a non-probable variable jackpot symbol, is stopped and displayed as a special symbol to be confirmed in the special symbol game as a 15-round jackpot symbol, the variable display state of the decorative symbol is changed. Corresponding to the reach state, after a predetermined reach effect is executed, a definite decorative symbol that becomes a predetermined non-probable variation big hit combination (also referred to as “normal big hit combination”) is stopped and displayed. Here, the confirmed decorative symbols that are non-probable big hit combinations are, for example, symbol numbers that are variably displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the image display device 5. Among the decorative symbols “1” to “8”, any one of the decorative symbols whose symbol numbers are an even number “2”, “4”, “6”, “8” is “left”, “middle”, What is necessary is just to be able to be stopped and displayed on a predetermined effective line in the “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. In this way, the decorative symbols having the even number “2”, “4”, “6”, and “8” constituting the non-probable variation big hit combination are referred to as non-probable variation symbols (also referred to as “normal symbols”). . Then, in response to the confirmed special symbol in the special figure game becoming an uncertain variable big hit symbol, after the predetermined reach effect is executed, the fixed decorative symbol of the non-probable big hit combination is stopped and displayed. The variable display mode is referred to as a variable display mode (also referred to as a jackpot type) of “non-probable change” (also referred to as “normal jackpot”) when the variable display result is “big hit”. Thus, after the variable display result is “big hit” by the variable display mode of “non-probability change”, it is controlled to the 15 round big hit gaming state, and when the 15 round big hit state is finished, it is controlled to the short time state or the normal state. It will be.

  When the special symbol indicating the number “7”, which is the probability variable big hit symbol, is stopped and displayed as a special symbol to be confirmed in the special figure game as a 15-round big hit symbol, the variable symbol display state is reached Corresponding to the situation, after reaching the same reach effect as when the jackpot type is "non-probable change", or the reach effect different from when the jackpot type is "non-probable change" For example, after the process is executed, a fixed decorative symbol that becomes a predetermined probability variation jackpot combination may be stopped and displayed. Here, the confirmed decorative symbol that is a probable big hit combination has, for example, a symbol number variably displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the image display device 5. Among the decorative patterns of “1” to “8”, any one of the decorative patterns having the odd numbers “1”, “3”, “5”, “7” is “left”, “middle”, “ What is necessary is just to be able to be stopped and displayed on a predetermined effective line in the “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. In this way, the decorative symbols having odd numbers “1”, “3”, “5”, and “7” constituting the probability variation big hit combination are referred to as probability variation symbols. Then, in response to the confirmed special symbol in the special figure game becoming a probable big hit symbol, after the reach effect is executed, the decorative display variable display mode in which the definite decorative combination of the probable big hit combination is stopped is displayed. This is referred to as a variable display mode of “probability change” (also referred to as a big hit type) when the variable display result is “big hit”.

  When the probability variable big hit symbol is stopped and displayed as a fixed special symbol in the special figure game, the fixed decorative symbol that is a non-probable variable big hit combination may be stopped and displayed as a variable display result of the decorative symbol. In this way, even when the fixed decorative symbol that is a non-probable big hit combination is stopped and displayed, if the probable big hit symbol is stopped and displayed as a fixed special symbol in the special figure game, it is included in the variable display mode of “probable change”. . Thus, after the variable display result becomes “big hit” by the variable display mode of “probability change”, it is controlled to the 15 round big hit state, and when the 15 round big hit state ends, it is controlled to the positive change state. The confirmed decorative symbol that is a non-probable big hit combination and the definite decorative symbol that is a probable big hit combination are also collectively referred to as a definitive decorative symbol of a big winning combination (specific combination).

  A re-lottery effect may be executed during the variable display of the decorative symbols in which the confirmed decorative symbol is a non-probable variable big hit combination or a probable variable big hit combination. In the re-lottery effect, after the decorative symbols that are the non-probable big hit combinations are temporarily stopped and displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R on the image display device 5, for example, “ In the left, middle, and right decorative pattern display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, the same decorative pattern is changed again, and the decorative pattern (probable variable pattern) that is a combination of the probabilistic big hit and non-variable is displayed. One of the decorative symbols (non-probable variable symbols) that is a probable big hit combination is stopped and displayed as a final decorative symbol (final stop display). Here, when the re-lottery effect is executed when the big hit type is “non-probable change”, as the re-lottery effect, the confirmed decoration that becomes the non-probable big hit combination after re-changing the temporarily stopped display decorative pattern A change promotion promotion effect that derives and displays a symbol is performed. On the other hand, when the re-lottery effect is executed when the big hit type is “probable change”, as the re-lottery effect, the definite decoration that becomes the probable big hit combination after re-variation of the temporarily stopped decorative pattern The changing promotion success effect during the stop display of the symbol may be executed, or the changing promotion failure effect during the change may be executed.

  After the definitive decorative symbol that is a non-probable jackpot combination is derived and displayed, at the start of the jackpot gaming state or during execution of the round in the jackpot gaming state, the next round will start after any round ends in the jackpot gaming state During the big hit, which is a notification effect on whether or not to control to the probable change state in the period until the start, the period from the end of the last round in the big hit gaming state to the start of the next variable display game, etc. A promotion effect may be executed. Note that a notification effect similar to the jackpot promotion effect may be executed during the first variable display game after the end of the jackpot gaming state. The jackpot promotion effect that is executed after the final round in the jackpot game state is particularly called “ending promotion effect”.

  In the jackpot promotion effect, there is no jackpot promotion success effect informing that there is a promotion in which the game state becomes a probabilistic state even though the confirmed decoration pattern is a non-probable big hit combination, and there is no promotion in a promiscuous state There is a promotion promotion failure during jackpot. For example, in the jackpot promotion effect, the decorative symbol is variably displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5 and either the non-probable variable symbol or the probable variable symbol is stopped and displayed as the effect display result, or the decorative symbol variable display What is necessary is just to alert | report so that a player can recognize the presence or absence of the promotion which will be in a probability change state by displaying the effect image different from.

  As a confirmed special symbol in the special symbol game, a special symbol indicating the number “1” which is a two-round big hit symbol is stopped or displayed, or a special symbol indicating the number “2” which is a small hit symbol is stopped and displayed. In such a case, the decorative display variable display state does not reach the reach state, for example, a combination of a plurality of types of fixed decorative patterns predetermined as the second opening chances TC1 to TC4 as shown in FIG. 3B, for example. One of the above may be stopped. In addition, when the special symbol indicating the number “1”, which is a two-round jackpot symbol, is stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol in the special symbol game, the variable symbol display state of the decorative symbol is changed to the reach state. Then, after a predetermined reach effect is executed, a fixed decorative symbol that becomes a predetermined reach combination may be stopped and displayed. Corresponding to the fact that the confirmed special symbol in the special figure game becomes a special symbol indicating the number of “1” which is a two-round jackpot symbol, the variable display mode of the decorative symbols in which various fixed ornament symbols are stopped and displayed is variable. This is referred to as a variable display mode (also referred to as a jackpot type) of “surprise accuracy” (also referred to as “surprising accuracy hit” or “sudden probability change big hit”) when the display result is “big hit”. Thus, after the variable display result is “big hit” by the variable display mode of “surprise accuracy”, it is controlled to the two round big hit state, and when the two round big hit state is finished, it is controlled to the probability changing state.

  When the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “accuracy”, the accuracy mode start effect may be executed during variable display of the decorative symbols. In the surprise mode start effect, a predetermined effect operation is performed in response to the big hit type being “Accuracy”. After the surprise mode start effect is performed, an effect mode different from the normal effect mode called the accuracy mode may be started. In addition, the random mode start effect is not limited to the effect operation that is executed during the variable display of special symbols and decorative symbols, and continues from the variable display even during part or all of the period of the two round big hit state. An effect operation may be performed. When the suddenness mode start effect is started, the decorative symbol that is variably displayed may be erased, and after the suddenness mode start effect is executed, the confirmed decorative symbol may not be derived and displayed. In the sudden accuracy mode, for example, until the variable display result is “big hit” and the probability variation state ends, the effect in the sudden accuracy mode is performed. In the effect in the suddenness mode, the display mode of the background image on the display screen of the image display device 5 is different from the display mode in the normal performance mode, and is output from the speakers 8L and 8R along with the variable display of the decorative pattern. The sound to be different from the sound in the normal effect mode, the lighting pattern of the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED to be different from the lighting pattern in the normal effect mode, or a part of these Alternatively, by combining all of them, it may be informed so that the player can recognize that the mode is inaccuracy.

  In the probability variation state, for example, an effect image for notifying that the probability variation state is “being probability variation” is displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5, and / or a background image or a decorative pattern on the display screen of the image display device 5. The display mode may be different from the display mode in the normal effect mode, so that the player may be in the effect mode during probability change in which the player can recognize that the probability change state.

  Various control boards such as a main board 11, an effect control board 12, an audio control board 13, and a lamp control board 14 as shown in FIG. 2 are mounted on the pachinko gaming machine 1. The pachinko gaming machine 1 is also equipped with a relay board 15 for relaying various control signals transmitted between the main board 11 and the effect control board 12. In addition, various boards such as a payout control board, an information terminal board, a launch control board, and an interface board are disposed on the back surface of the game board 2 and the like in the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  The main board 11 is a main-side control board on which various circuits for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 are mounted. The main board 11 is mainly addressed to a sub-side control board composed of a random number setting function used in a special game, a function of inputting a signal from a switch or the like disposed at a predetermined position, and an effect control board 12. A function of outputting and transmitting a control command as an example of command information as a control signal, a function of outputting various information to a hall management computer, and the like are provided. In addition, the main board 11 performs on / off control of each LED (for example, segment LED) constituting the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, and thereby the first special diagram and the second special diagram. Variable display of a predetermined display pattern such as controlling the variable display of the normal symbol display 20 or controlling the variable symbol display of the normal symbol display 20 by controlling the lighting / extinction / coloring control of the normal symbol display 20. It also has a function to control. The main board 11 includes, for example, a game control microcomputer 100, a switch circuit 110 that receives detection signals from various switches for game ball detection and transmits the detection signals to the game control microcomputer 100, and the game control microcomputer 100. A solenoid circuit 111 for transmitting a solenoid drive signal to the solenoids 81 and 82 is mounted.

  The effect control board 12 is a sub-side control board independent of the main board 11, receives the control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15, and receives the image display device 5, the speakers 8L, 8R. In addition, various circuits for controlling the production operation by the production electrical parts such as the game effect lamp 9 are mounted. That is, the effect control board 12 provides effects such as the display operation in the image display device 5, all or part of the sound output operation from the speakers 8 </ b> L and 8 </ b> R, and all or part of the on / off operation in the game effect lamp 9. A function of determining the control content for causing the electrical component to execute a predetermined performance operation is provided.

  The sound control board 13 is a control board for sound output control provided separately from the effect control board 12, and outputs sound from the speakers 8L and 8R based on commands and control data from the effect control board 12. For example, a processing circuit for executing audio signal processing is mounted. The lamp control board 14 is a control board for lamp output control provided separately from the effect control board 12, and is turned on / off in the game effect lamp 9 and the like based on commands and control data from the effect control board 12. A lamp driver circuit for driving is mounted.

  As shown in FIG. 2, wiring for transmitting detection signals from the gate switch 21, the first start port switch 22 </ b> A, the second start port switch 22 </ b> B, and the count switch 23 is connected to the main board 11. The gate switch 21, the first start port switch 22A, the second start port switch 22B, and the count switch 23 have an arbitrary configuration that can detect a game ball as a game medium, such as a sensor. What is necessary is just to have. In addition, the main board 11 includes a first special symbol display device 4A, a second special symbol display device 4B, a normal symbol display device 20, a first hold display device 25A, a second hold display device 25B, and a general drawing hold display device 25C. Wiring for transmitting a command signal for performing display control such as is connected.

  A control signal transmitted from the main board 11 toward the effect control board 12 is relayed by the relay board 15. The main board 11 is provided with a main board side connector corresponding to, for example, the relay board 15, and an output buffer circuit is connected between the main board side connector and the game control microcomputer 100. The output buffer circuit can pass a signal only in the direction from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 via the relay board 15, and prevents the signal input from the relay board 15 to the main board 11. Therefore, there is no room for signals to be transmitted from the production control board 12 or the relay board 15 side to the main board 11 side.

  The relay board 15 only needs to be provided with a transmission direction regulation circuit for each wiring for transmitting a control signal from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12, for example. Each transmission direction regulation circuit includes a diode having an anode connected to the main board connector corresponding to the main board 11 and a cathode connected to the presentation control board connector corresponding to the presentation control board 12, and one end connected to the cathode of the diode. And a resistor having the other end connected to the ground (GND). With this configuration, each transmission direction regulating circuit can prevent the signal from being input from the effect control board 12 to the relay board 15 and pass the signal only in the direction from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. Therefore, there is no room for signals to be transmitted from the production control board 12 side to the main board 11 side. In this embodiment, a transmission direction regulating circuit is provided for each wiring for transmitting a control signal in the relay board 15, and an output buffer circuit is provided between the game control microcomputer 100 and the main board side connector on the main board 11. By providing this, it is possible to prevent an illegal signal from being input to the main board 11 from the outside.

  The control command transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 via the relay board 15 is, for example, an effect control command transmitted and received as an electric signal. The effect control command includes, for example, a display control command used for controlling an image display operation in the image display device 5, a voice control command used for controlling sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R, and a game effect lamp 9. And a lamp control command used for controlling the lighting operation of the decoration LED and the like. FIG. 4A is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the effect control command used in this embodiment. The effect control command has, for example, a 2-byte structure, and the first byte indicates MODE (command classification), and the second byte indicates EXT (command type). The first bit (bit 7) of the MODE data is always “1”, and the first bit of the EXT data is “0”. The command form shown in FIG. 4A is an example, and other command forms may be used. In this example, the control command is composed of two control signals. However, the number of control signals constituting the control command may be one or a plurality of three or more.

  In the example shown in FIG. 4A, a command 8001H is a first change start command for designating start of change in a special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A. The command 8002H is a second variation start command for designating the start of variation in the special symbol game using the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B. The command 81XXH is a decoration that is variably displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decoration symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the image display device 5 in response to the variable display of the special symbol in the special symbol game. This is a variation pattern designation command for designating a variation pattern such as a symbol. Here, XXH indicates an unspecified hexadecimal number, and may be a value arbitrarily set according to the instruction content by the effect control command. In the variation pattern designation command, different EXT data is set according to the variation pattern to be designated.

  In this embodiment, the first and second variation start commands and the variation pattern designation command are prepared as separate production control commands. On the other hand, the designation content indicating which of the first special figure and the second special figure is to be changed and the designated content of the fluctuation pattern are configured to be specified by one effect control command. Also good. As an example, an effect control command in which EXT data is set corresponding to a combination of a special symbol (first special figure or second special figure) that starts change and a change pattern is prepared. You may enable it to specify the special symbol and fluctuation pattern which become a fluctuation start. Here, when the special symbol and the variation pattern that start the variation can be specified by one effect control command, the special symbol (the first special feature that starts the variation) for one variation pattern. There are cases where it is necessary to prepare two types of effect control commands according to the figure or the second special figure). On the other hand, if an effect control command for designating a special symbol for starting variation and an effect control command for designating a variation pattern are prepared separately, two types of effect control commands corresponding to the special symbol for starting variation are prepared. And the number of effect control commands corresponding to the number of types of variation patterns may be prepared, and the types of commands prepared in advance, the storage capacity of the command table, and the like can be reduced.

  Command 8CXXH is a variable display result notification command for designating a variable display result such as a special symbol or a decorative symbol. In the variable display result notification command, for example, as shown in FIG. 4B, a pre-determined result indicating whether the variable display result is “lost”, “big hit”, or “small hit”, and the variable display result is Different EXT data is set according to the big hit type determination result of whether the variable display mode (big hit type) of the decorative symbol in the case of “big hit” is “non-probable change”, “probability change”, or “surprise change” Is done. More specifically, the command 8C00H is a first variable display result notification command indicating a pre-determined result indicating that the variable display result is “lost”. The command 8C01H is a second variable display result notification command indicating a pre-determined result and a big hit type determination result that the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “non-probable change”. The command 8C02H is a third variable display result notification command indicating a pre-determined result and a big hit type determination result that the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “probable change”. The command 8C03H is a fourth variable display result notification command indicating a pre-determined result and a big hit type determination result that the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “surprise”. The command 8C04H is a fifth variable display result notification command indicating a predetermined result indicating that the variable display result is “small hit”.

  In this embodiment, the variation pattern designation command and the variable display result notification command are prepared as separate presentation control commands. On the other hand, you may comprise so that the fluctuation pattern shown by the fluctuation pattern designation | designated command and the variable display result shown by the variable display result notification command can be specified by one production | presentation control command. As an example, an effect in which EXT data is set corresponding to a combination of a variation pattern and a variable display result (any one of “losing”, “big hit”, “small hit”, and a big hit type in the case of “big hit”). A control command may be prepared, and information that can specify the variation pattern and the variable display result may be transmitted by the effect control command. Alternatively, the variation pattern and the variable display result may be specified by three or more effect control commands. Here, when the variation pattern and the variable display result are configured to be specified by a single effect control command, a plurality of types of effects corresponding to a plurality of types of variable display results for one variation pattern. You may need to provide control commands. On the other hand, if the production control command for designating the variation pattern and the production control command for notifying the variable display result are prepared separately, the number of production control commands corresponding to the number of types of the variation pattern and the variable display result are provided. The number of effect control commands corresponding to the number of types may be prepared, and the types of commands prepared in advance, the storage capacity of the command table, and the like can be reduced.

  The command 8F00H is a decorative symbol stop command for designating stop of variable display of decorative symbols in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the image display device 5. The command 95XXH is a gaming state designation command for designating the current gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1. In the gaming state designation command, for example, different EXT data is set corresponding to whether the current gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is the normal state, the probability variation state, or the time-short state. As a specific example, the command 9500H is a first gaming state designation command corresponding to the case where the gaming state is the normal state, and the command 9501H is a second gaming state designation command corresponding to the case where the gaming state is the probability change state, The command 9502H may be a third gaming state designation command corresponding to the case where the gaming state is the short time state.

  In this embodiment, a decoration symbol stop command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 as an effect control command for designating stop of variable display of the decoration symbol. On the other hand, the decorative symbol stop command may not be transmitted. In this case, on the side of the production control board 12, the special figure variation time corresponding to the variation pattern indicated in the variation pattern designation command is specified, and the first variation start command and the second variation start command are received. When the elapsed time reaches the specified special figure variation time, a setting for ending the effect executed corresponding to the special game is performed without receiving an effect control command from the main board 11. You can make it.

  The command A0XXH is a hit start designation command (also referred to as a “fanfare command”) that designates display of an effect image indicating the start of a big hit gaming state or a small hit gaming state. In the hit start designation command, for example, EXT data similar to that of the variable display result notification command is set, so that different EXT data is set according to the pre-determined result or the big hit type determined result. Alternatively, in the hit start designation command, the correspondence relationship between the pre-determined result and the big hit type determination result and the set EXT data may be different from the corresponding relationship in the variable display result notification command.

  The command A1XXH is a big winning opening releasing notification command for notifying that the big winning opening is a period in the big winning gaming state or the small winning gaming state. The command A2XXH is a notification command after opening the big winning opening that notifies that the big winning opening has changed from the open state to the closed state in the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state. With the notification command during the opening of the big winning opening or the notification command after the opening of the big winning opening, for example, the number of executions of rounds (for example, “1” to “15”) in the 15 round big hit state, or the big winning in the 2 round big hit state or the variable winning operation Different EXT data is set corresponding to the number of times the mouth is opened (for example, “1” or “2”). In the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state, regardless of whether the big winning opening is in the open state or the big winning opening is changed from the open state to the closed state, Alternatively, a continuous performance operation may be executed from the start time of the small hit game state or from the start time of variable display of the decorative symbols to the end time of the big hit game state or the small hit game state. Or, in the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state, depending on whether it is a period in which the big prize opening is in an open state or a period in which the big prize opening is changed from an open state to a closed state, different performance operations May be executed.

  The command A3XXH is a hit end designation command for designating display of an effect image at the end of the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state. In the winning end designation command, for example, EXT data similar to that of the variable display result notification command or the winning start designation command is set, so that different EXT data is set according to the predetermined determination result or the big hit type determination result. Alternatively, in the hit end designation command, the correspondence relationship between the pre-determined result and the big hit type decision result and the set EXT data may be different from the correspondence relationship in the variable display result notification command or the hit start designation command. . In addition, when controlled to the two round big hit state and / or small hit game state, part or all of the hit start designation command, the big prize opening opening designation command, the big prize opening opening designation command, and the winning end designation command are all Instead of being transmitted, the effect operation in the two round big hit state and / or the small hit game state may be executed by the change pattern indicated in the change pattern designation command.

  The command B1XXH is executed by the first special symbol display device 4A based on the fact that the game ball that has entered (started winning) the first starting winning port formed by the normal winning ball device 6A is detected by the first starting port switch 22A. This is a first start opening prize designation command for notifying that a first start condition for executing a special figure game using one special figure has been established. In this embodiment, the first start opening winning designation command notifies the determination result using the predetermined determination numerical value at the time of the first start winning that is the time of detecting the game ball that has passed through the first start winning opening. Also used as a control command. For example, as shown in FIG. 4 (C), in the first start opening winning designation command, a predetermined determination numerical value (for example, numerical data indicating a random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type) is a reserved memory number of the special figure game ( Regardless of the number of special figure reservations), the decorative pattern variation pattern is a specific variation pattern (for example, a variation pattern with super reach). EXT data is set. More specifically, command B100H notifies that it is outside the specific pattern common range, while command B101H notifies that it is within the specific pattern common range.

  The command B2XXH is performed by the second special symbol display device 4B based on the fact that the game ball that has entered (started winning) the second starting winning port formed by the normally variable winning ball device 6B is detected by the second starting port switch 22B. This is a second start opening prize designation command for notifying that the second start condition for executing the special figure game using the second special figure is established. In this embodiment, the second start opening winning designation command notifies the determination result using the predetermined determination numerical value at the time of the second start winning that is at the time of detecting the game ball that has passed the second start winning opening. Also used as a control command. For example, as shown in FIG. 4C, in the second start opening winning designation command, a predetermined determination numerical value (for example, numerical data indicating a random value MR2 for determining the variation pattern type) is a reserved memory number of the special figure game. Depending on whether the variation pattern of the decorative pattern is a specific variation pattern (for example, a variation pattern with super reach) regardless of (special figure holding memory number) is within the specific pattern common range or out of range Different EXT data is set. More specifically, command B200H notifies that it is outside the specific pattern common range, while command B201H notifies that it is within the specific pattern common range.

  The command C0XXH is used to display the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number in order to display the special figure reserved memory number in a start winning memory display area 5H provided in the display area of the image display device 5 or the like. This is a pending storage count notification command for notifying the total pending storage count that is the total value of. In response to the fact that either the first start condition or the second start condition is satisfied, for example, either the first start opening prize designation command or the second start opening prize designation command is transmitted as the reserved storage number notification command. Following this, it is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. In the reserved memory count notification command, for example, the total number of stored data (for example, “1” to “8”) of the hold data in the first special figure hold storage unit 151A and the second special figure hold storage unit 151B shown in FIG. Alternatively, different EXT data is set corresponding to the total number of start data stored in the start data storage unit 151C (for example, “1” to “8”). Thereby, on the side of the production control board 12, when either the first start condition or the second start condition is satisfied, the reserved memory number notification command transmitted from the main board 11 is received, and the first special drawing is received. The total number of stored hold data in the hold storage unit 151A and the second special figure hold storage unit 151B can be specified.

  The game control microcomputer 100 mounted on the main board 11 is, for example, a one-chip microcomputer, and includes a ROM (Read Only Memory) 101 for storing a game control program, fixed data, and the like, and a game control work. A RAM (Random Access Memory) 102 that provides an area, a CPU (Central Processing Unit) 103 that executes a control program by executing a game control program, and updates numeric data indicating random values independently of the CPU 103 A random number circuit 104 to perform and an I / O (Input / Output port) 105 are provided. As an example, in the game control microcomputer 100, a process for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is executed by the CPU 103 executing a program read from the ROM 101. At this time, the CPU 103 reads out fixed data from the ROM 101, the CPU 103 writes various fluctuation data in the RAM 102, temporarily stores the fluctuation data, and the CPU 103 temporarily stores various fluctuation data in the RAM 102. The CPU 103 receives the input of various signals from outside the game control microcomputer 100 via the I / O 105, and the CPU 103 goes outside the game control microcomputer 100 via the I / O 105. A transmission operation for outputting various signals is also performed. The one-chip microcomputer constituting the game control microcomputer 100 may include at least the RAM 103 in addition to the CPU 103, and the ROM 101 may be external or internal. Further, the I / O 105 may be externally attached.

  As described above, in the game control microcomputer 100, the CPU 103 executes the game control program stored in the ROM 101 to perform the game control. In other words, the processing means that the CPU 103 executes control according to a program. The same applies to a microcomputer mounted on another board different from the main board 11.

  On the main board 11, for example, the random number circuit 104 provided in the game control microcomputer 100 shown in FIG. 2 counts numerical data indicating various random values used for controlling the progress of the game in an updatable manner. FIG. 5 is an explanatory diagram illustrating random numbers counted on the main board 11 side. As shown in FIG. 5, in this embodiment, on the main board 11 side, a random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, a random value MR2 for determining the big hit type, a random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type, Numerical data indicating the random number value MR4 for determining the variation pattern and the random value MR5 for determining the normal display result are controlled to be countable. In addition, in order to improve a game effect, random numbers other than these may be used.

  Such random numbers used to control the progress of the game are also referred to as game random numbers. The random number circuit 104 only needs to count numerical data indicating all or part of these random number values MR1 to MR5. For example, the CPU 103 uses a random counter different from the random number circuit 104 such as a random counter provided in the game control counter setting unit 154 shown in FIG. Numerical data indicating a part of MR5 may be counted. As an example, the numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is updated independently of the CPU 103 by the random number circuit 104, and the numerical data indicating the other random number values MR2 to MR5 is updated by the CPU 103 using the random counter. It may be updated by software using Also, by executing predetermined processing such as scramble processing and arithmetic processing using all or part of the numerical data updated by the random number circuit 104, numerical data indicating all or part of the random number values MR1 to MR5 is obtained. It may be updated. The random number circuit 104 may be built in the game control microcomputer 100 or may be configured as a random number circuit chip different from the game control microcomputer 100.

  The game control microcomputer 100 may have a function of setting an initial value of numerical data updated by the random number circuit 104. For example, a predetermined calculation is performed using the ID number of the game control microcomputer 100 stored in a predetermined storage area such as the ROM 101 (an ID number assigned with a different value for each product of the game control microcomputer 100). The numerical data obtained by the setting is set as the initial value of the numerical data updated by the random number circuit 104. By performing such processing, the randomness of the random number generated by the random number circuit 104 can be further improved.

  The random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is a random number value used for determining whether or not to control the jackpot gaming state with the variable display result of a special symbol or the like in the special figure game as “big hit”. It takes a value in the range of “1” to “65535”. The random number MR2 for determining the jackpot type determines the jackpot type, which is the variable display mode of the decorative symbol when the variable display result is “big hit”, as one of “non-probability change”, “probability change”, and “surprise change”. For example, a value in the range of “1” to “100”.

  The random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is a random number value used to determine the variation pattern type of the decorative design as one of a plurality of types prepared in advance. For example, the random value MR3 is in the range of “1” to “251”. Takes the value of The random number value MR4 for determining the variation pattern is a random value used for determining the variation pattern of the decorative design as one of a plurality of types prepared in advance. For example, the random value MR4 is a value in the range of “1” to “997”. Take. The random value MR5 for determining the general-purpose display result is used for determining whether the variable display result in the general-purpose game by the normal symbol display 20 is “per-normal” or “unusual for general-purpose”. For example, it takes a value in the range of “3” to “13”. That is, the random number value MR5 for determining the normal game display result is a state where the game ball is difficult to enter the normal start-up winning port formed by the normal variable winning ball device 6B based on the variable display result in the normal game (normally open state). ) Is used to determine whether or not to change to a state in which a game ball is likely to enter (expanded open state).

  FIG. 6 shows a decorative pattern variation pattern in this embodiment. In this embodiment, among the cases where the variable display result is “losing”, the variable display mode of the decorative design is “non-reach” and “reach”, respectively. When the display result is “big hit”, when the big hit type is “non-probability change” or “probability change” or “surprise change”, or when the variable display result is “small hit” Correspondingly, a plurality of variation patterns are prepared in advance. The variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “losing” and the decorative symbol variable display mode is “non-reach” is called a non-reach variation pattern (also referred to as “non-reach loss variation pattern”) and is variable. The variation pattern corresponding to the case where the display result is “losing” and the decorative symbol variable display mode is “reach” is referred to as a reach variation pattern (also referred to as “reach loss variation pattern”). Further, the non-reach variation pattern and the reach variation pattern are included in the loss variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “lost”. A variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “big hit” or “small hit” is referred to as a hit variation pattern.

  As shown in FIG. 6, in this embodiment, fluctuation patterns PA1-1 to PA1-4 are prepared in advance as non-reach fluctuation patterns. Further, as the reach variation pattern, variation pattern PA2-1, variation pattern PA2-2, variation pattern PB2-1, variation pattern PB2-2, variation pattern PA3-1, variation pattern PA3-2, variation pattern PB3-1, variation A pattern PB3-2 is prepared in advance. The hit fluctuation patterns corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “non-probable change” or “probable change” include the change pattern PA4-1, change pattern PA4-2, change pattern PB4-1, change A pattern PB4-2, a fluctuation pattern PA5-1, a fluctuation pattern PA5-2, a fluctuation pattern PB5-1, and a fluctuation pattern PB5-2 are prepared in advance. As variation patterns corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “surprise”, or the variable display result is “small hit”, the variation patterns PC1-1 to PC1-3 are the variation patterns. Are prepared in advance. Further, a fluctuation pattern PC1-4 and a fluctuation pattern PC1-5 are prepared in advance as hit fluctuation patterns corresponding only to the case where the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “surprise”.

  FIG. 7 shows the decorative pattern variation pattern type in this embodiment. Each variation pattern shown in FIG. 6 is included in at least one variation pattern type among the plurality of variation pattern types shown in FIG. That is, each variation pattern type may be configured to include one or a plurality of variation patterns classified (grouped) based on, for example, an effect operation performed during variable display of decorative symbols. As an example, a variation pattern type that includes a variation pattern in which a variable display state of a decorative design does not become a reach state by classifying (grouping) a plurality of variation patterns according to the type of reach effect (effect mode), and a variation with normal reach What is necessary is just to divide into the fluctuation pattern classification in which the pattern is included, and the fluctuation pattern classification in which the fluctuation pattern with a super reach (super reach α or super reach β) is included. As another example, categorizing (grouping) multiple variation patterns according to the presence or absence of “pseudo-continuous” variable display effects and the number of executions of pseudo-continuous variation (re-variation) to execute “pseudo-continuous” variable display effects A variation pattern type that includes a variation pattern that is not included, a variation pattern type that includes a variation pattern in which the number of executions of the pseudo-continuous variation (re-variation) is 1 in the variable display effect of “pseudo-continuous”, and “pseudo-continuous” What is necessary is just to divide into the variation pattern classification in which the variation pattern which makes the frequency | count of execution of a pseudo | simulation continuous variation (revariation) 2 or more is included in the variable display effect of this. As yet another example, a plurality of variation patterns may be classified (grouped) according to the presence or absence of variable display effects such as “pseudo-continuous” and “slip”, or the variable display time of decorative symbols. Among the plurality of variation pattern types, there may be one configured to include a common variation pattern.

  In the example illustrated in FIG. 7, the variation pattern types CA1-1 to CA1-3 are prepared in advance in correspondence with the case where the variable display result is “losing” and the variable display mode is “non-reach”. Yes. Corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “losing” and “variable” variable display mode, variation pattern types CA2-1 to CA2-4 are prepared in advance. Corresponding to the variable display result (big hit type) of “big hit” when the variable display result is “big hit”, the variable pattern type CA 3-1 to the variable pattern type CA 3-3 are prepared in advance. Corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “big hit” and the variable display mode (big hit type) of “surprise” or the variable display result is “small hit”, the variation pattern type CA4-1 is prepared in advance. ing. Furthermore, the variation pattern type CA4-2 is prepared in advance only in the case where the variable display result is the “big hit” and “variable display type” (big hit type).

  The variation pattern type CA1-1 is a variation pattern type of “no shortening” in which the variable display time of special symbols and decorative symbols is not shortened and variable display effects such as “pseudo-ream” and “slip” are not executed. , A variation pattern previously associated with “no shortening” is included. The variation pattern type CA1-2 is, for example, a variable display of a special symbol or a decorative symbol in response to the total reserved memory number being “3” or more, or the time shortening control being performed in the probability variation state or the short time state. It is a variation pattern type of “with shortening” in which the time is shortened and variable display effects such as “pseudo-ream” and “slip” are not executed, and includes a variation pattern previously associated with “with shortening”. The variation pattern type CA1-3 is a variation pattern type of “sliding, pseudo-continuous” in which a variable display effect of “pseudo-continuous” or “sliding” is executed when the variable display mode is “non-reach”. It includes a variation pattern previously associated with “slip, pseudo-ream”.

  The variation pattern type CA2-1 is when the reach effect is ended with the normal reach that becomes the normal reach effect after the variable display state of the decorative symbol is set to the reach state without executing the variable display effect of the “pseudo-ream”. Is a variation pattern type of “no normal reach (losing) quasi-continuous” for deriving and displaying a definite decorative symbol of the reach combination, and includes a variation pattern previously associated with “no normal reach (losing) quasi-continuous”. In the variation pattern type CA2-2, the number of executions of the pseudo continuous variation (revariation) in the variable display effect of “pseudo ream” is two times. This is a variation pattern type of “normal reach (losing) quasi-continuous variation twice” for deriving and displaying a definite decorative symbol of reach combination when the production is finished, and is associated with “normal reach (losing) quasi-continuous variation twice” in advance. Variation patterns are included.

  In the variation pattern type CA2-3, the number of executions of the pseudo continuous variation (revariation) in the variable display effect of “pseudo ream” is one, and the normal display is performed after the variable display state of the decorative symbol is set to the reach state. This is a variation pattern type of “normal reach (losing) quasi-continuous variation once” that derives and displays a determined decorative symbol of reach combination when the production is finished, and is associated with “normal reach (losing) quasi-continuous variation once” in advance. Variation patterns are included. Fluctuation pattern types CA2-4 are accompanied by super reach (super reach α or super reach β) after the decorative symbol variable display state is set to the reach state, and when the reach production ends, the definite decorative symbols of the reach combination are derived and displayed. The variation pattern type of “Super Reach (Lose)” is included, and includes a variation pattern associated with “Super Reach (Lose)” in advance.

  In the variation pattern type CA3-1, the variable display effect of “pseudo-continuous” is not executed, but the normal display is performed after the variable symbol display state of the decorative pattern is set to the reach state, and when the reach effect ends, the definite decoration of the jackpot combination is determined. It is a variation pattern type of “no normal reach (big hit) quasi-continuous” for deriving and displaying a symbol, and includes a variation pattern previously associated with “no normal reach (big hit) quasi-continuous”. In the variation pattern type CA3-2, the variable display effect of “pseudo-continuous” is executed, the variable display state of the decorative symbol is set to the reach state, and then the normal reach is involved. Is a variation pattern type of “normal reach (big hit) pseudo-relation” and includes a variation pattern previously associated with “normal reach (big hit) pseudo-ream”. Fluctuation pattern type CA3-3 is a “super reach (big win)” that displays a definite decorative symbol of a big hit combination when super reach is included after the variable symbol display state of the decorative symbol is set to the reach state and the reach effect is finished. It is a variation pattern type, and includes a variation pattern previously associated with “super reach (big hit)”.

  The variation pattern type CA4-1 is a variation pattern type of “2nd release chance stop” that derives and displays a definite decorative symbol that is one of the 2nd release chances TC1 to TC4, and “2nd release chance stop”. Are included in advance. In the example of the variation pattern shown in FIG. 6, the variation patterns PC1-1 to PC1-3 are variation patterns in which the confirmed decorative design is one of the two chances of opening TC1 to TC4, and the variation pattern type CA4. −1. The variation pattern type CA4-2 is a method of deriving and displaying a definite decorative pattern of reach combination after setting the variable display state of the decorative symbol to the reach state when the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “surprise”. It is a variation pattern type of “open reach reach loss”, and includes a variation pattern that is associated in advance with “2 times open reach loss”. In the example of the variation pattern shown in FIG. 6, the variation pattern PC1-4 and the variation pattern PC1-5 are variation patterns in which the determined decorative symbol is a reach combination, and are included in the variation pattern type CA4-2. .

  In addition to the game control program, the ROM 101 included in the game control microcomputer 100 shown in FIG. 2 stores various selection data and table data used for controlling the progress of the game. . For example, the ROM 101 stores data constituting a plurality of determination tables, determination tables, setting tables, and the like prepared for the CPU 103 to perform various determinations, determinations, and settings. Further, the ROM 101 stores table data constituting a plurality of command tables used for the CPU 103 to transmit control signals serving as various control commands from the main board 11, and decorative pattern variation patterns as shown in FIG. Table data constituting a variation pattern table for storing a plurality of types is stored.

  FIG. 8 shows a configuration example of the special figure display result determination table 130 stored in the ROM 101. The special symbol display result determination table 130 is determined to be a variable symbol display result (special symbol display result) of the special symbol in the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A or the special symbol game by the second special symbol display device 4B. Before the special symbol is derived and displayed, whether or not the variable display result is controlled to the big hit gaming state with "big hit", and whether or not the variable display result is controlled to the small hit gaming state with "small hit" FIG. 11 is a table referred to for determination based on a random number value MR1 for determining a special figure display result.

  In the special figure display result determination table 130, a numerical value (to be compared with the random number MR1 for determining the special figure display result depending on whether the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a normal state, a short-time state, or a probabilistic state. (Determined value) is assigned to one of the special chart display results of “big hit”, “small hit”, and “losing”. In this embodiment, whether the game is a special game using the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A or a special game using the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B. Regardless, the special figure display result is determined with reference to the same special figure display result determination table 130.

  On the other hand, determination values are assigned to the special graphic display results corresponding to the special graphic game by the first special symbol display device 4A and the special graphic game by the second special symbol display device 4B. Different decision tables may be prepared. In this case, in the case of the special figure game by the first special symbol display device 4A and the case of the special figure game by the second special symbol display device 4B, the determined value is assigned to the special symbol display result of “small hit”. May be different. As an example, in the case of a special figure game by the second special symbol display device 4B, the ratio determined as the special figure display result of “small hit” compared to the case of the special figure game by the first special symbol display device 4A As a result, a determination value may be assigned to each special figure display result.

  With such a setting, in the special figure game using the second special figure, the probability that the variable display result will be “small hit” is reduced compared to the special figure game using the first special figure. When the game ball is likely to enter the second start winning opening due to the high opening control in the short time state, the special figure display result is “small hit” and the little hit game state in which almost no prize ball is obtained. It is possible to prevent the game from being controlled, and to suppress the decline of the game entertainment due to the occurrence of a delay in the game in the probability variation state or the short time state. In particular, when the special symbol game in the second special symbol display device 4B is executed in preference to the special symbol game in the first special symbol display device 4A, the second special symbol display device 4B in the probability change state or the short time state. Since the frequency of the special game in the game will be increased, the time from the probability change state or short-time state (particularly the probability change state) to the 15th round big hit state will be shortened by such setting, and the game entertainment will be reduced. The effect that can be suppressed is great. Further, in the case of a special figure game by the second special symbol display device 4B, a determined value may be assigned so that the special figure display result of “small hit” is not determined.

  FIG. 9 shows a configuration example of the jackpot type determination table 131 stored in the ROM 101. The jackpot type determination table 131 is variably displayed based on the random number MR2 for determining the jackpot type when it is determined that the special figure display result is “big jackpot” and control is made to the jackpot game state. It is a table that is referred to in order to determine one of a plurality of types of jackpot types such as “non-probability change”, “probability change”, and “surprise change”. In the jackpot type determination table 131, whether the value of the variation special figure designation buffer (fluctuation special figure designation buffer value) provided in the game control buffer setting unit 155 shown in FIG. 12 is “1” or “2”. Accordingly, a numerical value (determined value) to be compared with the random value MR2 for determining the big hit type is assigned to the big hit type such as “non-probability change”, “probability change”, and “surprise change”. Here, the variable special symbol designation buffer value becomes “1” when the special symbol game using the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A is executed, and the second special symbol display device 4B sets the second special symbol display device 4B. It becomes “2” when the special figure game using the special figure is executed.

  In the jackpot type determination table 131, the table data indicating the determination values assigned to a plurality of types of jackpot types is the result of determining whether to control to the 15 round jackpot state or the 2 round jackpot state, and the end of the jackpot gaming state Later, it becomes data for determination corresponding to the determination result of whether or not to control to the probability variation state. For example, the table data indicating the decision value assigned to the “non-probable change” or “probability change” jackpot type corresponds to the decision result of controlling to the 15th round jackpot state, while being assigned to the “surprise” jackpot type. The table data indicating the determined value corresponds to the determination result of controlling to the big round hit state. The table data indicating the decision value assigned to the “non-probable” jackpot type corresponds to the decision result that the control is not controlled to the probability change state, while being assigned to the jackpot type of “probability” or “surprise”. The table data indicating the determined value indicates the determination result that the control is performed in the probability variation state. The jackpot type determination table 131 is a value corresponding to the determined jackpot type (for example, any one of “0” to “2”). Table data (setting data) may be included.

  In the jackpot type determination table 131 shown in FIG. 9, the allocation of the determined value for each jackpot type differs depending on whether the variable special figure designation buffer value is “1” or “2”. For example, for the jackpot type of “probability change”, when the fluctuation special figure designation buffer value is “1”, a determined value in the range of “37” to “72” is assigned, while the fluctuation special figure designation buffer value When “2” is “2”, a determined value in the range of “37” to “100” is assigned. When the variation special figure designation buffer value is “1”, a decision value in the range of “73” to “100” is assigned to the “surprise” jackpot type, while the variation special figure designation buffer value is “ In the case of “2”, the decision value is not assigned.

  In the setting example shown in FIG. 9, the special figure display result is “big hit” based on the fact that the second start condition for starting the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B is satisfied. When it is determined to control to the big hit gaming state, it is not determined to control to the two round big hit state with the big hit type as “surprise”. With such a setting, when the game ball is likely to enter the second start winning opening in the high opening control in the probability variation state or the short time state, the big hit type is “surprise” and almost no prize ball is obtained. It is possible to prevent the game from being controlled to a two-round big hit state, and to suppress a decrease in gaming interest due to a delay in the game in the probability variation state or the short time state. In particular, when the special symbol game in the second special symbol display device 4B is executed in preference to the special symbol game in the first special symbol display device 4A, the second special symbol display device 4B in the probability change state or the short time state. Since the frequency at which the special game is executed is increased, such a setting has a great effect of suppressing the decline of the game entertainment. In addition to this setting, the special symbol game in the second special symbol display device 4B is executed in preference to the special symbol game in the first special symbol display device 4A, so that 15 rounds from the probability variation state and the short time state can be obtained. The ratio of hitting big hits can be increased to improve the gaming fun.

  Even when the fluctuation special figure designation buffer value is “2”, for example, a smaller decision value than that when the fluctuation special figure designation buffer value is “1” is assigned to the special figure display result of “surprise”. You may be made to do. Further, when the gaming state is the short-time state, if the big hit type is “surprise” and the game shifts to the probable change state after the end of the two round big hit state, the degree of advantage for the player increases. Thus, when the gaming state is the short-time state, even if the variable special figure designation buffer value is “2”, the big hit type determination table 131 is assigned so that the determination value is assigned to the special figure display result of “surprise”. The table data may be configured.

  FIG. 10 shows a configuration example of a variation pattern type determination table stored in the ROM 101. In this embodiment, as the variation pattern type determination table, the big hit variation pattern type determination table 132A shown in FIG. 10A, the small hit variation pattern type determination table 132B shown in FIG. 10B, and FIG. The loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C shown in FIG. 10 and the loss change pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D shown in FIG.

  The jackpot variation pattern type determination table 132A, when it is determined (predetermined) that the special figure display result is “big hit”, the variation pattern type is determined according to the determination result of the jackpot type, and the variation pattern type determination This is a table that is referred to in order to determine one of a plurality of types based on the numerical value MR3. In the jackpot variation pattern type determination table 132A, a numerical value to be compared with the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type depending on whether the determination result of the jackpot type is “non-probability change”, “probability change”, or “surprising change”. (Determined value) is assigned to any one of the variation pattern type CA3-1 to variation pattern type CA3-3, variation pattern type CA4-1, and variation pattern type CA4-2. In the jackpot variation pattern type determination table 132A, the determined value is assigned to each variation pattern type so that the ratio determined for each variation pattern type differs depending on which of the plurality of types of jackpot types is determined. There is a part. For example, depending on whether the big hit type is “non-probable change” or “probability change”, the assignment of the decision value to the variation pattern type CA3-1 to variation pattern type CA3-3 differs. Thereby, the ratio determined to the same variation pattern type can be varied according to the determination result as to which of the multiple types of jackpot types.

  Further, in the jackpot variation pattern type determination table 132A, there is a portion in which the determined values are assigned to different variation pattern types depending on which of the plurality of types of jackpot types is determined. For example, when the big hit type is “non-probable change” or “probability change”, the decision value is assigned to the variation pattern type CA3-1 to the variation pattern type CA3-3, while the variation pattern type CA4- No decision value is assigned to 1 and the variation pattern type CA4-2. On the other hand, when the big hit type is “surprise”, the decision values are assigned to the variation pattern type CA4-1 and the variation pattern type CA4-2, while the variation pattern type CA3-1 to No decision value is assigned to the variation pattern type CA3-3. As a result, when the special figure display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is controlled to the 2 round big hit state according to “surprise”, the variation pattern type different from the case of being controlled to the 15 round big hit state is determined. can do.

  When the big hit type is determined as “non-probability change”, “probability change”, or “surprise change”, depending on whether the game state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a normal state, a probability change state, or a short-time state Thus, the assignment of the decision value to each variation pattern type may be made different. Thereby, the ratio determined to the same fluctuation | variation pattern classification can be varied according to which of a plurality of types of gaming states. Also, when the big hit type is determined as “non-probability change”, “probability change”, or “surprise change”, depending on whether the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a normal state, a probability change state, or a short-time state Thus, the determined values may be assigned to different variation pattern types. Thereby, it is possible to determine different variation pattern types depending on which of the plurality of types of gaming states.

  The small hit variation pattern type determination table 132B is a table that is referred to in order to determine the variation pattern type when it is determined (predetermined) that the special figure display result is “small hit”. In the small hit variation pattern type determination table 132B, all numerical values (determination values) to be compared with the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type are assigned to the variation pattern type CA4-1. Here, a part of the determined value is assigned to the variation pattern type CA4-1 in accordance with the case where the jackpot type is “surprise” in the jackpot variation pattern type determination table 132A shown in FIG. . As described above, the variation pattern type CA4-1 is a common variation pattern type in the case where the big hit type is “surprise” and in the case where the special figure display result is “small hit”. That is, the table data corresponding to the big hit type “surprise” in the big hit variation pattern type determination table 132A and the table data constituting the small hit variation pattern type determination table 132B include a common variation pattern type. Is set to

  When the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C and the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D are determined (predetermined) as the special figure display result to be “lost”, the variation pattern type is determined. This is a table that is referred to in order to determine one of a plurality of types based on the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type. Here, the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C is used when the variable display time of special symbols and decorative symbols is not shortened, for example, when the gaming state is normal and the total number of reserved memories is less than “3”. Selected as the table used. On the other hand, the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D is special, for example, when the gaming state is a probability change state or a short time state, or when the total number of reserved memories is “3” or more even in the normal state. It is selected as a use table when the variable display time of symbols and decorative symbols is shortened.

  Note that the variation pattern type is determined by referring to different determination tables when the gaming state is a probability change state or a short-time state and when the gaming state is a normal state and the total number of reserved memories is “3” or more. You may be made to be. Further, the variation pattern type may be determined by referring to a different determination table depending on whether or not the total reserved storage number is a predetermined number other than “3” or not. Alternatively, instead of the total number of reserved memories, the variation pattern type is determined by referring to a different determination table depending on whether the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number are equal to or greater than a predetermined number. You may do it. In this case, when the first reserved memory number or the second reserved memory number is greater than or equal to a predetermined number (for example, “3” or the like), the variation pattern type includes a variation pattern that has a shorter variable display time than when it is less than the predetermined number. It suffices that the determined value is assigned to each variation pattern type so that the ratio determined to be higher. Alternatively, even when the gaming state is a probabilistic state or a short time state, it is determined whether or not the total number of reserved memories is a predetermined number (for example, “1” or the like), and different determination tables are set according to the determination result. The change pattern type may be determined with reference to the reference. For example, if the total number of stored storages is less than a predetermined number in the probability variation state or the time reduction state, the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C is selected as the use table, while the probability variation state or the time reduction state exists. Sometimes, if the total number of reserved memories is equal to or greater than a predetermined number, the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D may be selected as the use table.

  In the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C and the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D, a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is the variation pattern type CA1-. 1 to a variation pattern type CA1-3 and a variation pattern type CA2-1 to a variation pattern type CA2-4. In the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C and the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D, a determination value is assigned to each variation pattern type so that the ratio determined for each variation pattern type is different. There is a part. For example, in the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C and the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D, assignment of determination values to the variation pattern type CA1-3 and the variation pattern type CA2-1 is different. . Thereby, the ratio determined for the same variation pattern type can be varied depending on whether or not the variable display time of the special symbol and the decorative symbol is shortened.

  Further, in the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C and the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D, there are portions where determination values are assigned to different variation pattern types. For example, in the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C, determination values are not assigned to the variation pattern type CA1-2 and the variation pattern type CA2-3, while the variation pattern type CA1-1 and the variation pattern A decision value is assigned to the type CA2-2. On the other hand, in the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D, no determination value is assigned to the variation pattern type CA1-1 or the variation pattern type CA2-2, while the variation pattern type CA1-2. Further, a determination value is assigned to the variation pattern type CA2-3. Thereby, depending on whether or not the variable display time of special symbols and decorative symbols is shortened, it is possible to determine different variation pattern types.

  In this embodiment, when the special figure display result is “losing” and the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is within the range of “230” to “251”, the gaming state and the total number of reserved memories Regardless, the variation pattern type CA2-4 including a variation pattern with super reach (super reach α or super reach β) is determined. That is, when the random number MR3 for determining the variation pattern type extracted from the random number circuit 104 or the like is any one of “230” to “251”, at least super reach is involved regardless of the gaming state and the total number of reserved memories. The variable display of the decorative design is executed.

  When the special figure display result is determined to be “losing”, the determined value for each variation pattern type depends on whether the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a normal state, a probable variation state, or a short-time state. The assignment may be different. Thereby, the ratio determined to the same fluctuation | variation pattern classification can be varied according to which of a plurality of types of gaming states. In addition, when the special figure display result is determined to be “losing”, the determined value is set to a different variation pattern type depending on whether the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a normal state, a probability variation state, or a short-time state. It may be assigned. Thereby, it is possible to determine different variation pattern types depending on which of the plurality of types of gaming states.

  In this embodiment, by referring to the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C and the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D, the variation pattern type CA1-1 to the variation pattern type CA1-3 and the variation The pattern type can be determined as any one of the pattern types CA2-1 to CA2-4. Here, as shown in FIG. 7, the variation pattern types CA1-1 to CA1-3 are variation pattern types corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “lost” and the variable display mode is “non-reach”. It is. The variation pattern types CA2-1 to CA2-4 are variation pattern types corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “losing” and the variable display mode is “reach”. Therefore, based on the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type, by referring to the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C and the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D, It is possible to determine whether or not the variable display state of the decorative symbol is set to the reach state.

  The determination values assigned to the variation pattern type CA1-1 and the variation pattern type CA1-3 in the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D are the variation patterns in the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C. It is larger than the determined value assigned to the type CA1-1 and the variation pattern type CA1-2. With such a setting, when the variable display time of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is shortened, it is determined that the variable symbol display state of the decorative symbol is not set to the reach state at a higher rate than when the variable symbol is not shortened. If the average variable display time in the non-reach fluctuation pattern is set to be shorter than the average variable display time in the reach fluctuation pattern, the total reserved storage number is a predetermined number (specifically, “ 3 ") or more, the average variable display time can be shortened compared to when it is less than the predetermined number, and when it is in the probabilistic state or the short time state, the total number of stored storages in the normal state As compared with the case where is less than a predetermined number (specifically, “3”), the average variable display time can be shortened.

  FIG. 11 shows a configuration example of a variation pattern determination table stored in the ROM 101. In this embodiment, a loss variation pattern determination table 133A shown in FIG. 11A and a hit variation pattern determination table 133B shown in FIG. 11B are prepared in advance as variation pattern determination tables.

  The loss variation pattern determination table 133A is based on the random value MR4 for determining a variation pattern according to the determination result of the variation pattern type, etc. It is a table referred to in order to determine any one of a plurality of types of variation patterns. In the loss variation pattern determination table 133A, the numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the random value MR4 for determining the variation pattern according to the variation pattern type is one corresponding to the case where the special figure display result is “lost”. Or, it is assigned to a plurality of variation patterns (loss variation patterns).

  In the loss variation pattern determination table 133A, a determination value is assigned to the variation pattern PA1-3 corresponding to the case where the variation pattern type is CA1-3. As shown in FIG. 6, the variation pattern PA1-3 is a variation pattern that executes a “slip” variable display effect when the variable display result is “losing” and the variable display mode is “non-reach”. With such a setting, even when the variable display result is “losing” and the variable display mode is “non-reach”, the variable pattern effect such as “slip” is executed by being determined by the variation pattern PA1-3. Can do. In the loss variation pattern determination table 133A, a determination value is assigned to the variation pattern PA1-4 corresponding to the case where the variation pattern type is CA1-3. As shown in FIG. 6, when the variable display result is “losing” and the variable display mode is “non-reach”, the fluctuation pattern PA1-4 has pseudo continuous fluctuation (re-variation) in the “pseudo continuous” variable display effect. ) Is executed once. With such a setting, even when the variable display result is “losing” and the variable display mode is “non-reach”, the variable display effect of “pseudo-continuous” is executed by being determined as the variation pattern PA1-4. Can do.

  Note that the ratio determined for the variation pattern for executing the variable display effect may be different depending on whether the variable display time of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is shortened. As an example, in the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D shown in FIG. 10D, a smaller determination value is changed than in the loss variation pattern type determination table (normal) 132C shown in FIG. It may be assigned to the pattern types CA1-3. In the setting example of the variation pattern shown in FIG. 6, the special figure variation time (variable display time of the special symbol) in the variation pattern PA1-1 in which the variable display effects such as “pseudo ream” and “slip” are not executed is 12000 milliseconds [ ms], the special figure fluctuation time in the fluctuation pattern PA1-2 is set to 3000 milliseconds [ms]. On the other hand, the fluctuation pattern PA1-4 for executing the variable display effect of “pseudo” is 16000 milliseconds [ms] in the fluctuation pattern PA1-3 for executing the variable display effect of “slip”. The special figure fluctuation time at is set to 24000 [ms]. That is, when the variable display mode is “non-reach”, the special pattern change time in the change pattern PA1-3 for executing the “slip” variable display effect, or the change pattern for executing the “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect. The special figure fluctuation time in PA1-4 is longer than the special figure fluctuation time in the fluctuation pattern in which these variable display effects are not executed.

  For example, when the total number of reserved memories is a predetermined number (for example, “3”) or more, there is a variation pattern for executing variable display effects such as “sliding” and “pseudo-continuous” compared to a case where the total number is less than the predetermined number. A determination value is assigned to each variation pattern type so that the ratio determined for the included variation pattern types CA1-3 is low. As a result, when the total number of reserved memories is greater than or equal to the predetermined number, the average variable display time can be shortened compared to when the total number is less than the predetermined number. Further, for example, in the case of the probability change state or the short time state, the ratio determined as the variation pattern type CA1-3 is larger than that in the normal state when the total number of reserved memories is less than a predetermined number (for example, “3”). A determined value is assigned to each variation pattern type so as to be lower. As a result, the average variable display time can be shortened when the probability change state or the time reduction state is set, compared to when the total number of reserved storage is less than the predetermined number in the normal state.

  The hit variation pattern determination table 133B has a variation pattern determination disturbance according to the determination result of the variation pattern type when the special figure display result is determined to be “big hit” or “small hit” (predetermined). It is a table referred to in order to determine a variation pattern as one of a plurality of types based on the numerical value MR4. In the winning variation pattern determination table 133B, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random value MR4 for determining the variation pattern according to the variation pattern type indicates that the special figure display result is “big hit” or “small hit”. Are assigned to one or a plurality of variation patterns (per variation pattern).

  The RAM 102 provided in the game control microcomputer 100 shown in FIG. 2 may be a backup RAM that is partially or entirely backed up by a backup power source created on a predetermined power supply board. That is, even if the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stopped, a part or all of the contents of the RAM 102 is stored for a predetermined period (until the backup power supply cannot be supplied because the capacitor as the backup power supply is discharged). The In particular, at least data corresponding to the game state, that is, the control state of the game control means (such as a special figure process flag) and data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls may be stored in the backup RAM. The data corresponding to the control state of the game control means is data necessary for restoring the control state before the occurrence of a power failure or the like based on the data when the power is restored after a power failure or the like occurs. Further, data corresponding to the control state and data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls are defined as data indicating the progress state of the game.

  The RAM 102 is provided with a game control data holding area 150 as shown in FIG. 12, for example, as an area for holding various data used for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. Yes. The game control data holding area 150 shown in FIG. 12 includes a first special figure hold storage unit 151A, a second special figure hold storage unit 151B, a start data storage unit 151C, a game control flag setting unit 152, and a game control. A timer setting unit 153, a game control counter setting unit 154, and a game control buffer setting unit 155 are provided.

  The first special figure holding storage unit 151A is a special game in which a game ball wins a first starting winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A and the first starting condition is satisfied but the first starting condition is not satisfied. The hold data of (a special game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A) is stored. As an example, the first special figure reservation storage unit 151A associates with a holding number in the winning order (game ball detection order) to the first start winning opening and sets the first start condition by the winning (game ball detection). Based on the establishment, numerical data indicating various random values extracted from the random number circuit 104 or the like by the CPU 103 is set as pending data, and stored until the stored number reaches a predetermined upper limit value (for example, “4”). In this embodiment, numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, numerical data indicating the random value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, numerical data indicating the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type, Is stored in the first special figure reservation storage unit 151A as the hold data.

  The second special figure holding storage unit 151B receives the game ball at the second start winning opening formed by the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B and the second start condition is satisfied, but the second start condition is not satisfied. Hold data of a game (a special game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B) is stored. As an example, the second special figure holding storage unit 151B associates the holding number with the winning order (game ball detection order) to the second start winning opening, and sets the second start condition by the winning (game ball detection). Based on the establishment, numerical data indicating various random values extracted from the random number circuit 104 or the like by the CPU 103 is set as pending data, and stored until the number reaches a predetermined upper limit value (for example, “4”). In this embodiment, numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, numerical data indicating the random value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, numerical data indicating the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type, Is stored in the second special figure holding storage unit 151B as holding data.

  The start data storage unit 151C stores start data indicating which game ball has won in either the first start winning opening or the second starting winning opening, so that the order of winning of each game ball can be specified. As an example, the start data storage unit 151 </ b> C stores “first” start data indicating a winning at the first start winning port or “second” start data indicating a winning at the second start winning port. The game ball is stored in association with the hold number according to the winning order of the game balls.

  The game control flag setting unit 152 is provided with a plurality of types of flags that can be updated in accordance with the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, the game control flag setting unit 152 stores data indicating a flag value and data indicating an on state or an off state for each of a plurality of types of flags. In this embodiment, the game control flag setting unit 152 is provided with a special figure process flag, a common figure process flag, a big hit flag, a small hit flag, a probability change flag, a short time flag, and the like.

  The special symbol process flag indicates the progress of the special symbol game using the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A, the progress of the special symbol game using the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B, and the like. In the step S15 of FIG. 19 executed for control and the special symbol process shown in FIG. 20, which process is to be selected and executed is instructed. The ordinary symbol process flag indicates which process should be selected / executed in the ordinary symbol process shown in step S16 of FIG. 19 in order to control the progress of the ordinary symbol game using the ordinary symbol by the ordinary symbol display 20. Instruct.

  The big hit flag is set to the on state in response to a determination (predetermined) that the special figure display result is “big hit” when the special figure game is started. On the other hand, the big hit flag is cleared and turned off in response to the big hit symbol being stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol in the special figure game. The small hit flag is set to an on state in response to a determination (predetermined) that the special figure display result is “small hit” when the special figure game is started. On the other hand, the small hit flag is cleared and turned off in response to the small hit symbol being stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol in the special figure game.

  The probability change flag is set to the on state in response to the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 being controlled to the probability change state, and is cleared to the off state in response to the end of the probability change state. . The time reduction flag is set to the on state in response to the game state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 being in the probability change state or the time reduction state and the time reduction control is started, while the probability change state or the time reduction state is ended. It is cleared and turned off in response to.

  The game control timer setting unit 153 is provided with various timers used for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, the game control timer setting unit 153 stores data indicating timer values in each of a plurality of types of timers. In this embodiment, the game control timer setting unit 153 is provided with a game control process timer, a special figure variation timer, a common figure variation timer, and the like.

  The game control process timer is for measuring, for example, a time for controlling the progress of the big hit gaming state on the main board 11 side. As a specific example, the game control process timer stores, as a game control process timer value, data indicating a timer value corresponding to a time measured to control the progress of the big hit gaming state, and periodically counts down. Used as a counter. Alternatively, the game control process timer may be used as an up counter that stores data indicating a timer value corresponding to an elapsed time from a predetermined time, such as a start time of a big hit gaming state, and counts up periodically.

  The special figure variation timer is for measuring, on the main board 11 side, a time for controlling the progress of the special figure game such as a variable symbol display time (special figure variation time) in the special figure game. . As a specific example, the special figure variation timer stores data indicating a timer value corresponding to the time measured in order to control the progress of the special figure game as a special figure fluctuation timer value and periodically counts down. Used as a counter. Alternatively, the special figure variation timer may be used as an up counter that stores data indicating a timer value corresponding to an elapsed time from the start time of the special figure game and periodically counts up.

  The universal variation timer is for measuring, on the main board 11 side, a time for controlling the progress of the universal diagram game such as a variable symbol display time (ordinary variation time) of the normal symbol in the ordinary game. . As a specific example, the normal fluctuation timer stores data indicating a timer value corresponding to the time measured to control the progress of the normal figure game as a normal fluctuation timer value and periodically counts down. Used as a counter. Alternatively, the normal time variation timer may be used as an up counter that stores data indicating a timer value corresponding to the elapsed time from the start time of the normal time game and periodically counts up.

  The game control counter setting unit 154 is provided with a plurality of types of counters for counting the count values used for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, the game control counter setting unit 154 stores data indicating the count value in each of a plurality of types of counters. In this embodiment, the game control counter setting unit 154 includes a random counter, a first start winning determination counter, a second start winning determination counter, a first reserved memory number counter, a second reserved memory number counter, and a total reserved memory number counter. , A short time counter, a round counter, etc. are provided.

  The random counter of the game control counter setting unit 154 is a numerical value extracted from the random number circuit 104 or a part of numerical data indicating a random number value used for controlling the progress of the game, separately from the random number circuit 104. This is for the CPU 103 to count the data so that it can be updated by software. For example, in the random counter of the game control counter setting unit 154, numerical data indicating the random number values MR2 to MR5 is stored as random count values. The numerical data indicating the numerical value is updated. The software executed by the CPU 103 to update the random count value may be for updating the random count value separately from the numerical data update operation in the random number circuit 104, or may be extracted from the random number circuit 104. The random count value may be updated by performing predetermined processing such as scramble processing or arithmetic processing on all or part of the numerical data.

  The first start winning determination counter counts the number of times that it has been determined that the signal state in the first start winning signal that is the detection signal of the game ball transmitted from the first start port switch 22A is ON. belongs to. For example, each time it is determined that the signal state in the first start winning signal from the first start port switch 22A is ON, the stored value in the first start winning determination counter is incremented by one. When the stored value in the first start winning determination counter reaches a predetermined winning determination value, the game ball that has normally entered the first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball device 6A is detected. Judgment is made. In addition, the stored value in the first start winning determination counter is cleared when it is determined that the signal state in the first start winning signal is OFF or when it is determined that the winning determination value has been reached. It may be initialized to “0”.

  The second start winning determination counter counts the number of times that it has been determined that the signal state in the second start winning signal that is the detection signal of the game ball transmitted from the second start port switch 22B is ON. belongs to. For example, each time it is determined that the signal state in the second start winning signal from the second start port switch 22B is ON, the stored value in the second start winning determination counter is incremented by one. When the stored value in the second start winning determination counter reaches a predetermined winning determination value, the game ball that has entered the second start winning opening formed by the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is normally detected. Is made. In addition, the stored value in the second start winning determination counter is cleared when the signal state in the second start winning signal is determined to be off, or when it is determined that the winning determination value has been reached. It may be initialized to “0”.

  The first reserved memory number counter is for counting the first reserved memory number that is the number of reserved data in the first special figure reserved memory unit 151A. For example, in the first reserved memory number counter, count value data corresponding to the first reserved memory number is stored as the first reserved memory number count value, and updated (for example, 1) Addition or 1 subtraction). The second reserved memory number counter is for counting the second reserved memory number that is the number of reserved data in the second special figure reserved memory unit 151B. For example, in the second reserved memory number counter, count value data corresponding to the second reserved memory number is stored as the second reserved memory number count value, and updated (for example, 1) Addition or 1 subtraction). The total reserved memory number counter is for counting the total reserved memory number obtained by adding up the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number. For example, count value data corresponding to the total reserved memory number is stored in the total reserved memory number counter as a total reserved memory number count value, and updated (for example, 1 addition or 1 subtraction) in accordance with the increase or decrease in the total reserved memory number )

  The time reduction counter is used to count the number of remaining special-purpose games that can be executed until the time reduction control is ended when the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is the time reduction state. As an example, when the jackpot gaming state ends, data indicating the count initial value “100” corresponding to the jackpot type buffer value being “0” is set as the hourly count count value in the hourly number counter. . Thereafter, until the variable display result becomes “big hit”, the time count count value is decremented by 1 every time the special figure game ends. Then, when the time reduction count value reaches “0”, the time reduction flag is cleared and turned off, for example, to control to end the time reduction state and shift to the normal state.

  The round number counter is for counting the number of round games executed in the big hit gaming state. For example, in the round number counter, data indicating a count initial value “1” at the start of the big hit gaming state is set as the round number count value. When one round game is finished and the next round game is started, the round count value is incremented by 1 and updated.

  Game control buffer setting unit 155 Various buffers for temporarily storing data used for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 are provided. For example, the game control buffer setting unit 155 stores data indicating buffer values in each of a plurality of types of buffers. In this embodiment, the game control buffer setting unit 155 is provided with a transmission command buffer, a start port buffer, a variation special figure designation buffer, a jackpot type buffer, and the like.

  The transmission command buffer is used to temporarily store setting data for transmitting a control command from the main board 11 to the sub-side control board. For example, the transmission command buffer includes a plurality of buffer areas (for example, “12”), and setting data indicating storage addresses in the ROM 101 of the command table corresponding to the control command to be transmitted is stored in each buffer area. The In addition, a buffer area in which setting data is written and read in the transmission command buffer may be specified by a transmission command pointer or the like, and may be configured so that a plurality of buffer areas can be used as a ring buffer.

  The starting port buffer stores a buffer value indicating whether a game ball that has entered the first starting winning port or the second starting winning port is detected. As an example, “1” is set in the start port buffer value in response to the normal detection of a game ball that has entered the first start winning port by the first start port switch 22A. Further, “2” is set to the start port buffer value in response to the normal detection of the game ball that has entered the second start winning port by the second start port switch 22B.

  The variable special symbol designation buffer includes a special symbol game using the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A and a special symbol game using the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B. A buffer value indicating whether the special figure game is executed is stored. As an example, “1” is set in the variable special figure designation buffer value in response to the execution of the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A. Further, “2” is set in the variable special figure designation buffer value in response to the execution of the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B. Then, in response to the end of the special figure game, the variable special figure designation buffer value is set to “0”.

  The big hit type buffer stores a buffer value corresponding to a determination result in which the big hit type is one of a plurality of types when the variable display result is “big hit”. For example, based on the setting in the jackpot type determination table 131 as shown in FIG. If there is, the jackpot type buffer value is set to “1”, and if the jackpot type is “surprise”, the jackpot type buffer value is set to “2”.

  The I / O 105 included in the game control microcomputer 100 shown in FIG. 2 has an input port for receiving various signals transmitted to the game control microcomputer 100, and various signals to the outside of the game control microcomputer 100. And an output port for transmission.

  As shown in FIG. 2, the effect control board 12 is provided with an effect control CPU 120 that performs a control operation according to a program, a ROM 121 that stores an effect control program, fixed data, and the like, and a work area for the effect control CPU 120. Random number for updating numerical data indicating random numbers independently of the RAM 122, the display control unit 123 for executing processing for determining the control content of the display operation in the image display device 5, and the effect control CPU 120 A circuit 124 and an I / O 125 are mounted. As an example, in the effect control board 12, when the effect control CPU 120 executes an effect control program read from the ROM 121, a process for controlling the effect operation by the effect electric component is executed. At this time, the effect control CPU 120 reads the fixed data from the ROM 121, the effect control CPU 120 writes the various data to the RAM 122 and temporarily stores them, and the effect control CPU 120 stores the effect data in the RAM 122. Fluctuation data reading operation for reading out various fluctuation data temporarily stored, the reception control CPU 120 for receiving the input of various signals from the outside of the presentation control board 12 via the I / O 125, and the presentation control CPU 120 for I / O A transmission operation for outputting various signals to the outside of the effect control board 12 via O125 is also performed.

  The effect control CPU 120, the ROM 121, and the RAM 122 may be included in a one-chip effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board 12. Alternatively, while the production control CPU 120 is built in the production control microcomputer, at least one of the ROM 121 and the RAM 122 may be externally attached to the production control microcomputer. The random number circuit 124 may be any one that is built in or externally attached to the production control microcomputer. In the effect control board 12, wiring for transmitting a video signal to the image display device 5, wiring for transmitting a sound effect signal as an information signal indicating sound number data to the sound control board 13, Wiring for transmitting an electrical decoration signal as an information signal indicating lamp data is connected to the lamp control board 14. Furthermore, the effect control board 12 is also connected to wiring for transmitting an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the player's operation action on the operation button 30 has been detected from the operation detection switch 31.

  On the effect control board 12, for example, the random number circuit 124 or the like counts the numerical data indicating various random values used for controlling the effect operation so as to be updateable. The random number used for controlling such a production operation is also called a production random number. FIG. 13 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a random number value counted on the side of the effect control board 12. As shown in FIG. 13, in this embodiment, on the side of the effect control board 12, the random value SR1 for determining mission notification, the random value SR2 for determining mission notification pattern, and the random value SR3 for determining changed effect are set. The numerical data indicating each is controlled so that it can be counted. In addition, in order to improve a production effect, random numbers other than these may be used. For example, numerical data indicating a random number value for determining the final stop symbol used for determining a final decorative symbol (final stop symbol) that becomes a variable display result of the decorative symbol may be controlled to be countable.

  The effect control CPU 120 uses various random counters different from the random number circuit 124 such as a random counter provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193 shown in FIG. Numerical data indicating a part of the numerical values SR1 to SR3 may be counted. Alternatively, by performing predetermined processing such as scramble processing and calculation processing using all or part of the numerical data updated by the random number circuit 124, the numerical data indicating all or part of the rendering random number is updated. You may make it do. When the random number circuit 124 is not mounted on the effect control board 12, the effect control CPU 120 may count numerical data indicating all the effect random numbers using a random counter.

  The random value SR1 for determining mission notification start is a random value used to determine whether or not to execute the mission notification effect, and takes a value in the range of “1” to “51”. In this embodiment, regardless of the variation pattern determined by the CPU 103 or the like on the main board 11 side, it is determined whether or not to execute the mission notification effect by the effect control CPU 120 or the like on the effect control board 12 side. .

  The random number SR2 for determining the mission notification pattern is one of a plurality of patterns prepared in advance as mission notification patterns corresponding to the contents of the achievement conditions presented as missions, that is, the operation of performing mission notification effects. Random number values used to determine the value of “1” to “301”.

  The random number SR3 for determining the change effect determines whether or not to execute the change effect as the effect operation for changing the non-specific effect that does not match the achievement condition presented as the mission to the specific effect that matches the achievement condition. This is a random value used for the determination, and takes a value in the range of “1” to “47”.

  In addition to the effect control program, the ROM 121 mounted on the effect control board 12 shown in FIG. 2 stores various data tables used for controlling the effect operation. For example, the ROM 121 stores table data constituting a plurality of determination tables, determination tables, and control pattern tables prepared for the production control CPU 120 to perform various determinations, determinations, and controls.

  FIG. 14 shows a configuration example of the mission notification start determination table 160 stored in the ROM 121. The mission notification start determination table 160 is a table that is referred to in order to determine whether or not to start the mission notification effect based on the random number SR1 for determining the mission notification start. In the mission notification start determination table 160, a random value SR1 for determining mission notification start is determined according to whether the winning specific pattern flag provided in the effect control flag setting unit 191 shown in FIG. 18 is OFF or ON. A numerical value (decision value) to be compared is assigned to a determination result (mission presence / absence start / absence) corresponding to the start of the mission notification effect or the absence of the mission notification effect. Here, the special pattern flag at the time of winning is extracted from the random circuit 104 or the like on the main board 11 side at the time of starting winning when a game ball entering (starting winning) is detected at the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening. The determined random number MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is determined to be within the range of the specific pattern common range that is determined to be at least a specific variation pattern with super reach regardless of the total number of reserved memories. , Set to the on state. When the setting for starting the mission notification effect is made, the winning specific pattern flag is cleared and turned off.

  In the setting example of the mission notification start determination table 160 shown in FIG. 14, the assignment of the determination value to the determination result of whether or not to start the mission notification differs depending on whether the winning specific pattern flag is off or on. With such a setting, it is possible to vary the determination ratio of whether or not to start the mission notification effect depending on whether or not the random value MR3 extracted at the time of starting winning is within the range of the specific pattern common range. . Further, in the setting example of the mission notification start determination table 160 shown in FIG. 14, when the winning specific pattern flag is on, more determined values than when the winning specific pattern flag is off have a mission notification start. Assigned to certain decision results. With such a setting, when the random number MR3 extracted at the time of starting winning is within the range of the specific pattern common range, the mission notification effect is started at a higher rate than when it is outside the range of the specific pattern common range. A decision can be made. Therefore, when the mission notification effect is executed, there is a higher possibility that a decorative display with a specific variation pattern with super reach will be executed than when the mission notification effect is not executed, and the variable display result is “big hit”. It is possible to improve the interest of the game by raising the sense of expectation that it will become a fluctuation pattern with a super-reach with a high probability (big hit reliability).

  FIG. 15 shows a configuration example of the mission notification pattern determination table 161 stored in the ROM 121. When the mission notification effect is executed, the mission notification pattern determination table 161 shown in FIG. 15A has a plurality of mission notification patterns MP1 to MP4 based on the random number SR2 for determining the mission notification pattern. It is a table referred to in order to determine a usage pattern from among mission notification patterns. In the mission notification pattern determination table 161, a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the random number SR2 for determining the mission notification pattern is determined according to whether the specific pattern flag at the time of winning is OFF or ON. -Assigned to any one of the mission notification patterns MP4.

  FIG. 15B shows a setting example of notification contents presented as an achievement condition for a mission in the mission notification effect by each mission notification pattern MP1 to mission notification pattern MP4. In the setting example shown in FIG. 15B, in the mission notification effect by each of the mission notification patterns MP1 to MP4, for example, the number of mission notifications which is the count value of the mission notification number counter provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193. As the count value increases from “1” to “7”, the notification content is set in advance so as to increase the achievement condition presented as a mission. Here, for example, the mission notification count value is set to “1” which is an initial value corresponding to the variable display of the decorative symbol at which the mission notification effect is started, and thereafter, the variable display of the decorative symbol is executed. Alternatively, every time it is determined to increase the achievement condition to be presented as a mission, it is updated to add one.

  Achievement to be presented by the end of the mission notification effect after the start of the presentation of the achievement condition as the first mission by executing the mission notification effect by one of these mission notification patterns MP1 to MP4. Conditions can be increased. Then, by increasing the achievement condition to be presented, the player is given the impression that the achievement condition for the variable display result to be “big hit” is easily established, and the variable display result becomes “big hit” Can increase the expectation of the game and improve the fun of the game. The achievement condition to be increased in the mission notification effect is not limited to that corresponding to the case where the mission notification count value is “1” to “7”, and more notification contents may be set, for example.

  In the setting example of the mission notification pattern determination table 161 shown in FIG. 15A, assignment of determined values to the mission notification pattern MP1 to the mission notification pattern MP4 depending on whether the winning specific pattern flag is OFF or ON. Is different. In particular, when the winning specific pattern flag is OFF, all determination values are assigned only to the mission notification pattern MP1. With such a setting, it is possible to vary the notification content increasing procedure in the mission notification effect depending on whether or not the random value MR3 extracted at the time of starting winning is within the range of the specific pattern common range. In particular, when the random value MR3 extracted at the time of starting winning is outside the range of the specific pattern common range, the same notification content is always increased by the same increase procedure by the constant mission notification pattern MP1. Therefore, depending on the procedure for increasing the notification content in the mission notification effect, etc., the possibility of variable display of decorative symbols with a specific variation pattern with super reach is varied, and the variable display result can be a “big hit” It is possible to improve the interest of the game by changing the expectation that it will become a fluctuation pattern with a high reach (super hit reliability).

  FIG. 16 shows a configuration example of the change effect determination table 162 stored in the ROM 121. The change effect determination table 162 is a table that is referred to in order to determine whether or not to perform an effect operation as a change effect based on the random number SR3 for change effect determination. In the change effect determination table 162, a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the random effect value SR3 for change effect determination according to whether the special figure display result is “big hit”, “small hit”, or “lost”. However, it is assigned to a determination result (change effect presence / absence) corresponding to the presence or absence of the change effect.

  In the setting example of the change effect determination table 162 shown in FIG. 16, the determined value for the change effect presence / absence determination result depends on whether the special figure display result is “big hit”, “small hit”, or “losing”. The assignment is different. With such a setting, it is possible to vary the determination ratio of whether or not to execute the change effect depending on whether or not the special figure display result is “big hit”. Also, in the setting example of the change effect determination table 162 shown in FIG. 16, when the special figure display result is “big hit”, more decisions are made than when the special figure display result is “small hit” or “losing”. A value is assigned to a determination result with a change effect. With this setting, when the special figure display result is “big hit”, the decision to execute the change effect is made at a higher rate than when the special figure display result is “small hit” or “losing”. It can be carried out. Therefore, when the change effect is executed, there is a higher possibility that the special figure display result will be a “big hit” than when the change effect is not executed, and the expectation that the special figure display result will be a “big hit” is increased. This can improve the fun of gaming.

  The ROM 121 mounted on the effect control board 12 includes a light emitting body such as the image display device 5, speakers 8L and 8R, game effect lamps 9 and decoration LEDs, operation buttons 30, and movable members included in the effect item. In order to control the production operation using the production device (production electrical component) including a plurality of types, pattern data constituting the production control pattern is stored in advance. Such effect control patterns may include, for example, a symbol variation control pattern, a notice effect control pattern, a mission notification effect control pattern, a hit effect control pattern, and the like.

  The symbol variation control pattern relates to a variable display operation of the decorative symbol in the display area of the image display device 5 in a period from when the decorative symbol variable display is started until the final decorative symbol which is the final stop symbol is stopped and displayed. What is necessary is just to be comprised in advance by the pattern data etc. which show the content of control, and for every variation pattern of a decoration design. Further, different symbol variation control patterns may be prepared corresponding to a plurality of types of effect modes in the pachinko gaming machine 1. Each of the plurality of symbol variation control patterns includes a decorative symbol display position and a decorative symbol display position in a variable symbol display performed using a final symbol that is a final stop symbol, a temporary stop symbol that is temporarily stopped during variable display, and the like. It is only necessary to define a time schedule such as the size, the direction of variation of the decorative pattern, and the variation speed. Here, the final stop symbol, the temporary stop symbol, etc. are determined at the start of variable display based on the variation pattern designated by the variation pattern designation command transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. If it is.

  The notice effect control pattern is composed of pattern data indicating the control content of the effect operation in the notice effect, and may be prepared in advance for each of the notice effect patterns according to the contents of the effect operation in the notice effect. For example, each of the plurality of notice effect control patterns is prepared in advance to execute a plurality of notice patterns prepared in advance for executing a notice effect of “character notice” or a notice effect of “notice during operation”. Corresponding to any of the plurality of notice patterns, the display position and size of the effect image, the update display procedure, the setting of the operation valid period for effectively detecting the operation action on the operation button 30, and the switching of the effect operation at the time of detecting the operation It is only necessary to define a time schedule such as setting.

  The mission notification effect control pattern is composed of pattern data indicating the control content of the effect operation in the mission notification effect, etc., as long as a plurality of mission notification effect control patterns are prepared in advance according to the content (notification content) of the effect operation in the mission notification effect. Good. For example, each of the plurality of mission notification effect control patterns has a notification image indicating the notification content according to the notification content or the presentation order (mission notification count value) indicating the achievement conditions by the mission notification pattern MP1 to the mission notification pattern MP4. It is only necessary to define a time schedule such as the display position and size of and the update display procedure.

  The win-time effect control pattern indicates the control contents of the effect operation in the period controlled by the big hit game state or the small hit game state after the special figure display result in the special figure game becomes “big hit” or “small hit”. The special figure display result is “big hit” or “small hit”, whether the big hit type is “non-probability change” or “probability change” or “surprise change”, May be prepared in advance according to the presence / absence of promotion effect during the big hit.

  FIG. 17A shows a configuration example of such various effect control patterns. In the configuration example shown in FIG. 17A, the effect control pattern includes various effect operations such as an effect control process timer determination value, display control data, sound control data, lamp control data, operation detection control data, and an end code. It is composed of process data serving as control data for control, and it is only necessary to set the contents of various effects control, timing control switching timing, and the like in time series.

  The effect control process timer determination value is a value (determination value) to be compared with an effect control process timer value that is a stored value of the effect control process timer provided in the effect control timer setting unit 192 shown in FIG. A determination value corresponding to the execution time (production time) of the production operation is set in advance. In place of the effect control process timer determination value, for example, a predetermined effect control command is received from the main board 11, or a predetermined process is executed as a process for controlling the effect operation in the effect control CPU 120. The data indicating the switching timing of effect control or the like may be set corresponding to predetermined control content or processing content.

  The display control data includes data indicating the display mode of the effect image on the display screen of the image display device 5, for example, data indicating the variation mode of each decorative symbol during variable display of the decorative symbol. That is, the display control data is data that designates the display operation of the effect image on the display screen of the image display device 5. The voice control data includes data indicating the voice output mode from the speakers 8L and 8R, such as data indicating the output mode of sound effects in conjunction with the variable display operation of the decorative symbol during variable display of the decorative symbol, for example. Yes. That is, the audio control data is data that designates an audio output operation from the speakers 8L and 8R. The lamp control data includes data indicating a lighting operation mode of the light emitter, such as a game effect lamp 9 and a decoration LED. That is, the lamp control data is data for designating the lighting operation of the light emitter. In the operation detection control data, for example, an operation operation period using the operation button 30 such as an operation effective period for effectively detecting an operation on the operation button 30 and data for specifying the control content of the effect operation when it is detected effectively. Is included. Note that these control data do not have to be included in all the effect control patterns, but an effect control pattern configured to include a part of the control data according to the contents of the effect operation by each effect control pattern. There may be. Further, in the plural types of process data included in the effect control pattern, the types of control data constituting each process data may be different according to the contents of the effect operation executed at each timing. That is, there may be process data configured to include all of the display control data, sound control data, lamp control data, and operation detection control data, or process data configured to include a part of these. Further, for example, various other control data such as movable member control data indicating an operation mode of the movable member included in the effect accessory may be included.

  FIG. 17B shows various rendering operations that are executed according to the contents of the rendering control pattern. The production control CPU 120 determines the control content of the production operation according to various control data included in the production control pattern. For example, when the effect control process timer value matches one of the effect control process timer determination values, the decorative design is displayed in a manner specified by the display control data associated with the effect control process timer determination value, and the character Control is performed to display effect images such as images and background images on the display screen of the image display device 5. In addition, control is performed to output sound from the speakers 8L and 8R in a manner specified by the sound control data, and control is performed to flash a light emitter such as the game effect lamp 9 in a manner specified by the lamp control data. Control is performed to accept the operation on the operation button 30 in the operation valid period specified by the detection control data and determine the content of the effect. Note that dummy data (data not specifying control) may be set as data corresponding to a production component that does not become a control target even though it corresponds to the production control process timer determination value.

  The effect control CPU 120 sets the effect control pattern based on the variation pattern indicated in the variation pattern designation command, for example, when variable display of decorative symbols is started. Here, when setting the effect control pattern, the pattern data constituting the corresponding effect control pattern may be read from the ROM 121 and temporarily stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122, or the corresponding effect control pattern is configured. The storage address of the pattern data in the ROM 121 may be temporarily stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122, and the reading position of the storage data in the ROM 121 may be designated. After that, every time the production control process timer value is updated, it is determined whether or not it matches any of the production control process timer determination values. Control. In this way, the effect control CPU 120 performs effect devices (image display device 5, speakers 8L and 8R, game effect lamps) according to the contents of process data # 1 to process data #n (n is an arbitrary integer) included in the effect control pattern. The control of the light emitter such as 9) is advanced. In each process data # 1 to process data #n, display control data # 1 to display control data #n and voice control data # 1 to voice control associated with production control process timer determination values # 1 to #n are provided. Data #n, lamp control data # 1 to lamp control data #n, and operation detection control data # 1 to operation detection control data #n indicate the control content of the rendering operation in the rendering device and specify the execution of the rendering control. Control execution data # 1 to production control execution data #n are configured.

  A command according to the effect control pattern set in this way is output from the effect control CPU 120 to the display control unit 123, the sound control board 13, and the like. In the display control unit 123 that has received a command from the effect control CPU 120, for example, a predetermined VDP or the like is developed by reading out image data indicated by the command from an image data memory such as CGROM and temporarily storing it in the VRAM. On the voice control board 13 that has received a command from the effect control CPU 120, for example, the voice synthesis IC reads out the voice data indicated by the command from the voice data ROM and temporarily stores it in the voice RAM or the like. .

  The RAM 122 mounted on the effect control board 12 shown in FIG. 2 is provided with an effect control data holding area 190 as shown in FIG. 18 as an area for holding various data used for controlling the effect operation. ing. The effect control data holding area 190 shown in FIG. 18 includes an effect control flag setting unit 191, an effect control timer setting unit 192, an effect control counter setting unit 193, and an effect control buffer setting unit 194.

  In the effect control flag setting unit 191, for example, a plurality of types of states whose states can be updated according to the effect operation state such as the effect image display state on the display screen of the image display device 5, the effect control command transmitted from the main board 11, and the like. A flag is provided. For example, the effect control flag setting unit 191 stores data indicating the value of the flag and data indicating the on state or the off state for each of the plurality of types of flags.

  The effect control timer setting unit 192 is provided with a plurality of types of timers used to control the progress of various effect operations such as an effect image display operation on the display screen of the image display device 5, for example. For example, the production control timer setting unit 192 stores data indicating timer values in each of a plurality of types of timers.

  The effect control counter setting unit 193 is provided with a plurality of types of counters used for controlling the progress of various effect operations. For example, the production control counter setting unit 193 stores data indicating the count value in each of a plurality of types of counters.

  The effect control buffer setting unit 194 is provided with various buffers that temporarily store data used for controlling the progress of various effect operations. For example, the effect control buffer setting unit 194 stores data indicating buffer values in each of a plurality of types of buffers.

  The display control unit 123 mounted on the effect control board 12 shown in FIG. 2 determines the control content of the display operation in the image display device 5 based on the display control command from the effect control CPU 120. For example, the display control unit 123 executes various types of effect display such as variable display of decorative symbols and effect display in reach effects by determining the switching timing of effect images to be displayed on the screen of the image display device 5. Control. The display control unit 123 may be configured to include a VDP (Video Display Processor), a CGROM (Character Generator ROM), a VRAM (Video RAM), an LCD drive circuit, and the like.

  The I / O 125 mounted on the effect control board 12 includes, for example, an input port for capturing various signals such as an effect control command transmitted from the main board 11 and the operation detection signal transmitted from the operation detection switch 31, and the effect. And an output port for transmitting various signals to the outside of the control board 12. For example, from the output port of the I / O 125, a video signal transmitted to the image display device 5, a command (sound effect signal) transmitted to the sound control board 13, and a command transmitted to the lamp control board 14 (Lighting signal) etc. are output.

  On the voice control board 13, for example, an input / output driver, a voice synthesis IC, a voice data ROM, an amplifier circuit, a volume, and the like are mounted. As an example, in the voice control board 13, the sound number data indicated in the sound effect signal transmitted from the effect control board 12 is input to the voice synthesis IC via the input / output driver. The voice synthesis IC generates voice and sound effects corresponding to the sound number data and outputs them to the amplifier circuit. The amplifier circuit outputs an audio signal obtained by amplifying the output level of the speech synthesis IC to a level corresponding to the volume set by the volume to the speakers 8L and 8R. The voice data ROM stores control data corresponding to the sound number data, and the voice synthesis IC reads out the control data corresponding to the sound number data to generate voice and sound effects. The data stored in the audio data ROM only needs to be composed of data indicating the output mode of audio and sound effects in a predetermined period in a time series.

  For example, an input / output driver and a lamp driver are mounted on the lamp control board 14. As an example, in the lamp control board 14, the electrical decoration signal transmitted from the effect control board 12 is input to the lamp driver via the input / output driver. The lamp driver amplifies the electric decoration signal and supplies it to the game effect lamp 9 and the like.

  Next, the operation (action) of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in this embodiment will be described. In the main board 11, when power supply from a predetermined power supply board is started, the game control microcomputer 100 is activated, and the CPU 103 executes a predetermined process as a game control main process. When the game control main process is started, the CPU 103 performs necessary initial settings after setting the interrupt disabled. In this initial setting, for example, the RAM 101 is cleared. Also, register setting of a CTC (counter / timer circuit) built in the game control microcomputer 100 is performed. Thereby, thereafter, an interrupt request signal is sent from the CTC to the CPU 103 every predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds), and the CPU 103 can periodically execute timer interrupt processing. When the initial setting is completed, an interrupt is permitted and then loop processing is started. In the game control main process, a process for returning the internal state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 to the state at the time of the previous power supply stop may be executed before entering the loop process. When the CPU 103 that has executed such a game control main process receives an interrupt request signal from the CTC and receives an interrupt request, it executes the game control timer interrupt process shown in the flowchart of FIG.

  When the game control timer interrupt process shown in FIG. 19 is started, the CPU 103 first executes a predetermined switch process, whereby the gate switch 21, the first start port switch 22A, and the second start port are set via the switch circuit 110. The state of detection signals input from various switches such as the switch 22B and the count switch 23 is determined (step S11). Subsequently, by executing predetermined main-side error processing, abnormality diagnosis of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is performed, and if necessary, a warning can be generated according to the diagnosis result (step S12). After that, by executing a predetermined information output process, for example, data such as jackpot information, starting information, probability variation information supplied to a hall management computer installed outside the pachinko gaming machine 1 is output (step) S13).

  Following the information output process, a game random number update process for updating at least a part of the game random numbers such as random number values MR1 to MR5 used on the main board 11 side by software is executed (step S14). Thereafter, the CPU 103 executes special symbol process processing (step S15). In the special symbol process, the value of the special symbol process flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 152 is updated according to the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1, and the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol is processed. Various processes are selected and executed in order to perform control of display operation in the display device 4B and setting of opening / closing operation of the special winning opening in the special variable winning ball device 7 in a predetermined procedure.

  Following the special symbol process, the normal symbol process is executed (step S16). The CPU 103 controls the display operation (for example, turning on / off the segment LED, etc.) on the normal symbol display 20 by executing the normal symbol process, so that the variable display of the normal symbol and the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B are movable. Enables setting of the tilting movement of the blade. After executing the normal symbol process, the CPU 103 transmits a control command from the main board 11 to a sub-side control board such as the effect control board 12 by executing the command control process (step S17). As an example, in the command control process, in response to the setting in the command transmission table specified by the value of the transmission command buffer provided in the game control buffer setting unit 155, among the output ports included in the I / O 105, effect control After setting the control data in the output port for transmitting the effect control command to the board 12, the predetermined control data is set in the output port of the effect control INT signal and the effect control INT signal is turned on for a predetermined time. By changing the state to the off state, the presentation control command can be transmitted based on the setting in the command transmission table. After executing the command control process, after setting the interrupt enabled state, the game control timer interrupt process is terminated.

  FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing an example of processing executed in step S15 shown in FIG. 19 as special symbol process processing. In this special symbol process, the CPU 103 first executes a start winning determination process (step S101). 21 and 22 are flowcharts illustrating an example of the start winning determination process executed in step S101.

  In the start winning determination process shown in FIGS. 21 and 22, the CPU 103 first reads the input port data stored in a predetermined input port register (step S201 in FIG. 21). Here, the input port register is a register in which, for example, a bit value indicating an input state of an external signal at an input port included in the I / O 105 is stored. In this embodiment, the input port data stored in the bit number [0] of the input port register is the input state (OFF / ON) of the first start winning signal that becomes the detection signal transmitted from the first start port switch 22A. ) And the input port data stored in the bit number [1] of the input port register is the input state of the second start winning signal (OFF / ON).

  It is determined whether or not the bit value [1] of the input port register read in step S201 is “1” (step S202). At this time, if the bit value is “1” (step S202; Yes), the second start winning determination count value that is the stored value of the second start winning determination counter provided in the game control counter setting unit 154 is, for example, Update so as to count up by adding 1 (step S203). On the other hand, when it is determined as “0” in step S202 (step S202; No), the second start winning determination counter is cleared and the stored value is initialized to “0”. (Step S204).

  After executing one of the processes in steps S203 and S204, it is determined whether or not the bit value in the bit number [0] of the input port register read in step S201 is “1” (step S205). At this time, if the bit value is “1” (step S205; Yes), the first start winning determination count value which is the stored value of the first start winning determination counter provided in the game control counter setting unit 154 is, for example, It is updated so as to count up by adding 1 (step S206). On the other hand, when it is determined as “0” in step S205 (step S205; No), the first start winning determination counter is cleared and the stored value is initialized to “0”. (Step S207).

  After executing one of the processes of steps S206 and S207, it is determined whether or not the first start winning determination count value has reached a predetermined determination value (for example, “2”) that is predetermined as a winning determination value. (Step S208). At this time, if the first start winning determination count value has reached the winning determination value (step S208; Yes), the starting port buffer value that is the stored value of the starting port buffer provided in the game control buffer setting unit 155 is “1” is set (step S209). Further, the first start winning determination counter is cleared and the count value is initialized to “0” (step S210).

  If the first start winning determination count value has not reached the winning determination value in step S208 (step S208; No), a valid game ball winning in the first start winning opening is detected by the first start opening switch 22A. In response to this, it is determined whether or not the second start winning determination count value has reached the winning determination value (step S211). At this time, if the second start winning determination count value does not reach the winning determination value (step S211; No), a valid game ball winning to the second start winning opening is detected by the second start opening switch 22B. In response to the absence, the start winning determination process is terminated. On the other hand, if the second start winning determination count value has reached the winning determination value (step S211; Yes), the start port buffer value is set to “2” (step S212). Further, the second start winning determination counter is cleared and the count value is initialized to “0” (step S213).

  After executing one of the processes of Steps S210 and S213, the CPU 103 reads the pending storage number count value corresponding to the start port buffer value (Step S214). For example, when the starting port buffer value is “1”, the first reserved memory number count value which is the stored value of the first reserved memory number counter provided in the game control counter setting unit 154 is read, and the starting port buffer value is When it is “2”, the second reserved memory number count value that is the stored value of the second reserved memory number counter provided in the game control counter setting unit 154 is read. Then, it is determined whether or not the read value in step S214 has reached a predetermined upper limit value (eg, “4”) (step S215 in FIG. 22). At this time, if the read value in step S214 does not reach the upper limit value, the starting condition for starting the variable display of the special symbol and the decorative symbol is effectively established. For example, after it is determined in step S208 shown in FIG. 21 that the first start winning determination count value has reached the winning determination value, and it is determined in step S215 that the read value has not reached the upper limit value, The first start condition for executing the special symbol game using the first special symbol by the one special symbol display device 4A and the variable display of the decorative symbol is established. When it is determined in step S211 shown in FIG. 21 that the second start winning determination count value has reached the winning determination value, and in step S215, it is determined that the read value has not reached the upper limit value. The second starting condition for executing the special symbol game using the second special symbol by the two special symbol display device 4B and the variable display of the decorative symbol is established.

  Thus, when the read value has not reached the upper limit value in step S215 (step S215; No), 1 is added to the reserved storage number count value corresponding to the start port buffer value (step S216). For example, when the starting port buffer value is “1”, 1 is added to the first reserved memory number count value, and when the starting port buffer value is “2”, 1 is added to the second reserved memory number count value. Then, the CPU 103 adds 1 to the total pending storage number count value that is the stored value of the total pending storage number counter that indicates the total pending storage number that is the total value of the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number ( Step S217). Further, the CPU 103 sets and stores start data corresponding to the start port buffer value at the head of the empty area in the start data storage unit 151C (step S218). For example, when the start port buffer value is “1”, start data indicating “first” is set, and when the start port buffer value is “2”, start data indicating “second” is set.

  Subsequent to the processing of step S218, the CPU 103, among the numerical data updated by the random number circuit 104 and the random counter, the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, the variation pattern Numerical data indicating the random number MR3 for type determination is extracted (step S219). Numeric data indicating each random value extracted in this way is set as reserved data at the head of the empty entry in the special figure reservation storage unit corresponding to the start port buffer value, thereby storing each random value (step S220). . For example, when the start port buffer value is “1”, numerical data indicating the random number values MR1 to MR3 is set in the first special figure reservation storage unit 151A, while when the start port buffer value is “2”, Numerical data indicating the random number values MR1 to MR3 are set in the second special figure storage unit 151B.

  After the random value is stored in step S220, a winning specific pattern determination process is executed (step S221). Subsequently, for example, by storing the storage address of the reserved storage number notification command table in the ROM 101 in the buffer area designated by the transmission command pointer in the transmission command buffer, the reserved storage number notification command is transmitted to the effect control board 12. Is set (step S222). The reserved memory count notification command set in this way is performed from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by executing the command control process in step S17 shown in FIG. Is transmitted.

  If the read value has reached the upper limit value in step S215 (step S215; Yes), or after executing the process of step S222, it is determined whether the starting port buffer value is “1” or “2”. Determination is made (step S223). At this time, if the starting port buffer value is “1” (step S223; “1”), the starting port buffer is cleared and the stored value is initialized to “0” (step S224), and then FIG. The process proceeds to step S211 shown in FIG. On the other hand, when the start port buffer value is “2” (step S223; “2”), the start port buffer is cleared and its stored value is initialized to “0” (step S225). The start winning determination process is terminated.

  In this embodiment, when both of the first start port switch 22A and the second start port switch 22B detect the start winning of a game ball that is effective at the same time, both processes are executed by processing executed within 2 milliseconds. A process based on the fact that the switch has detected a start winning of a valid game ball is executed. That is, when it is determined in step S208 shown in FIG. 21 that the first start winning determination count value has reached the winning determination value, the processing in steps S209, S210, and S214 shown in FIG. After the processing of steps S215 to S222 shown in FIG. 21 is executed, the processing of step S224 is executed in response to the start port buffer value being “1” in step S223, and then the processing of step S211 shown in FIG. Proceed to processing. When it is determined in step S211 that the second start winning determination count value has reached the winning determination value, steps S212 to S214 shown in FIG. 21 are executed, and then steps S215 to S222 shown in FIG. After executing the process, the process of step S225 is executed in response to the fact that the start port buffer value is “2” in step S223, and then the start winning determination process is terminated. Thereby, even when both the first start port switch 22A and the second start port switch 22B detect the start winning of the game balls that are effective at the same time, the processing based on the detection of both effective start winnings can be completed reliably.

  FIG. 23 is a flowchart showing an example of the winning specific pattern determination process executed in step S220 of FIG. In this embodiment, when variable display of special symbols and decorative symbols is started, the special symbol display result is displayed as “big hit” or “small hit” in the special symbol normal processing (step S110 in FIG. 20, FIG. 26) described later. "Or whether or not the jackpot type is determined. In the variation pattern setting process (step S111 in FIG. 20, FIG. 27) described later, the variation pattern type and the variation pattern are determined. . On the other hand, apart from these determinations, the CPU 103 executes the winning specific pattern determination process in step S220 at the timing when the game ball is detected at the starting winning opening (the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening). Thus, it is specified in advance whether or not the special figure display result is “big hit”, and whether or not the decorative pattern variation pattern is a variation pattern with at least super reach. Thus, it is predicted that the reach effect of the super reach will be executed before the variable display of the decorative symbol based on the detection of the game ball that has entered the start winning opening is started, and based on this prediction result, On the control board 12 side, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not to execute the mission notification effect.

  In the winning specific pattern determination process shown in FIG. 23, the CPU 103 first specifies a special figure display result corresponding to the random number MR1 for determining the special figure display result extracted in step S219 of FIG. 22 (step S351). ). For example, in the process of step S351, the special figure display result determination table 130 shown in FIG. 8 is selected and set in the use table. Here, when setting to the use table, for example, the storage address (head address) of the table data in the ROM 101 may be set to a table pointer provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102. Subsequently, by referring to the special figure display result determination table 130 set in the use table, the special figure display result corresponding to the random value MR1 extracted in step S219 is specified. More specifically, the numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 is compared with the determined value stored in the special figure display result determination table 130, and the special figure display to which the determined value matching the random value MR1 is assigned. Specify whether the result is “big hit”, “small hit”, or “losing”. Here, regardless of the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the special figure display result is specified by referring to the table data corresponding to the case where the gaming state is the normal state or the short time state in the special figure display result determination table 130. That's fine.

  Then, it is determined whether or not the special figure display result specified in step S351 is “big hit” (step S352). At this time, if the specified special figure display result is “big hit” (step S352; Yes), the big hit type corresponding to the random value MR2 for determining the big hit type extracted in step S219 of FIG. 22 is specified. (Step S353). For example, in the process of step S353, the jackpot type determination table 131 shown in FIG. 9 is selected and set in the use table. Subsequently, by referring to the jackpot type determination table 131 set in the use table, the jackpot type corresponding to the random value MR2 extracted in step S219 is specified. Here, the setting of the variable special figure designation buffer value in the jackpot type determination table 131 is replaced with the starting port buffer value, and the starting winning port (first starting winning port or second starting winning port) where the game ball is detected is read. The corresponding jackpot type may be specified. In this way, it is determined whether or not the big hit type identified in step S353 is “non-probability change” or “probability change” other than “probability” (step S354).

  When it is determined in step S352 that the special figure display result is not “big hit” (step S352; No), it is determined whether or not the special figure display result is “lost” (step S355). When it is determined in step S354 that the big hit type is other than “probable” (step S354; Yes), or when it is determined in step S355 that the special figure display result is “lost” (step S355; Yes). ), It is determined whether or not the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type extracted in step S219 in FIG. 22 is within the specific pattern common range (step S356).

  Here, in the setting examples of the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C shown in FIG. 10C and the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D shown in FIG. Regardless of the number of memories, if the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is within the range of “230” to “251”, the variation includes at least a variation pattern with super reach (super reach α or super reach β). The pattern type is CA2-4. Further, in the setting example of the jackpot variation pattern type determination table 132A shown in FIG. 10A, when the jackpot type is “non-probable variation”, the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is “100” to “251”. If the random hit value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is within the range of “50” to “251” when the jackpot type is “probable variation”, the variation is accompanied by at least super reach. The variation pattern type CA3-3 including the pattern is determined. Therefore, for example, as shown in FIG. 24, if the random value MR3 is within the range of “230” to “251”, it is determined that it is within the range of the specific pattern common range. It may be determined whether or not.

  Alternatively, the specific pattern common range is different between the case where the big hit type is determined to be other than “surprise” in step S354 and the case where the special figure display result is determined to be “lost” in step S355. You may make it let. For example, if it is determined in step S355 that the special figure display result is “losing”, the random value MR3 may be within the range of “230” to “251” as shown in FIG. For example, it is assumed to be within the common pattern common range. On the other hand, if it is determined in step S354 that the jackpot type is other than “probability”, the random value MR3 is within the range of “100” to “251” as shown in FIG. If so, it is assumed to be within the common pattern common range.

  When it is determined in step S356 that it is within the specific pattern common range (step S356; Yes), it is determined whether the start port buffer value is “1” or “2” (step S357). If the starting port buffer value is “1” (step S357; “1”), the command B101H (first starting port winning designation command for notifying that it is within the specific pattern common range at the time of the first starting winning bid ( 4C) is set to transmit from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 (step S358), the winning specific pattern determination process is terminated. If it is determined in step S357 that the start port buffer value is “2” (step S357; “2”), the second start port for notifying that it is within the specific pattern common range at the time of the second start winning. After setting for transmitting a command B201H (see FIG. 4C) as a winning designation command from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 (step S359), the winning specific pattern determination process is terminated. .

  When it is determined in step S354 that the big hit type is “surprise” (step S354; No), or in step S355, the special figure display result is determined to be “small hit” instead of “losing” (Step S355; No) Also, when it is determined in Step S356 that it is not within the specific pattern common range (Step S356; No), the start port buffer value is “1” or “2”. Is determined (step S360). Here, if the start port buffer value is “1” in step S360 (step S360; “1”), the first start port winning designation command for notifying that the specific pattern is out of the common range at the first start winning. Is set to transmit the command B100H (see FIG. 4C) to the effect control board 12 from the main board 11 (step S361), and the winning specific pattern determination process is terminated. If it is determined in step S360 that the start port buffer value is “2” (step S360; “2”), the second start port for notifying that it is out of the specific pattern common range at the time of the second start winning. After setting for transmitting a command B200H (see FIG. 4C) as a winning designation command from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 (step S362), the winning specific pattern determination process is terminated. .

  By executing the specific pattern determination process at the time of winning, when a game ball that has passed through the first start winning opening or the second starting winning opening is detected, the game state or special figure game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is suspended. Regardless of the total number of reserved memory as the number of memories, whether or not a specific fluctuation pattern with at least super reach is specified is specified, and the first start opening prize designation command and the second starting opening prize designation differ depending on the identification result The command can be transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12.

  After executing the start winning determination process in step S101 shown in FIG. Execute the process.

  The special symbol normal process in step S110 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “0”. In this special symbol normal processing, the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol are based on the presence / absence of reserved data stored in the first special symbol reservation storage unit 151A and the second special diagram reservation storage unit 151B. It is determined whether or not to start the special game using the display device 4B. In the special symbol normal process, whether or not the variable symbol display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is set to “big hit” or “small hit” based on the numerical data indicating the random value MR1 for determining the special symbol display result. It is determined (predetermined) before the variable display result is derived and displayed. Further, in the special symbol normal process, in response to the variable display result of the special symbol in the special symbol game, the confirmed special symbol (big hit symbol, the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B) Either a small hit symbol or a lost symbol) is set.

  The variation pattern setting process in step S111 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “1”. This variation pattern setting process includes a process for determining the variation pattern type as one of a plurality of types based on the result of determining whether the variable display result is “big hit” or “small hit”. Corresponding to the determination result of the pattern type, processing for determining one of a plurality of types of variation patterns is included.

  The special symbol variation process of step S112 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “2”. This special symbol variation process includes a process for setting the special symbol to be varied in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, and an elapsed time after the special symbol starts to vary. It includes processing to measure For example, every time the special symbol variation process of step S112 is executed, the special diagram variation timer value, which is the stored value in the special diagram variation timer provided in the game control timer setting unit 153, is subtracted or incremented by one. Regardless of whether the game is a special game using the first special graphic by the first special symbol display device 4A or a special game using the second special graphic by the second special symbol display device 4B, a common timer is used. The elapsed time is measured. Further, it is also determined whether or not the measured elapsed time has reached a special figure fluctuation time corresponding to the fluctuation pattern. As described above, the special symbol variation process in step S112 is performed by the first special symbol display device 4A using the first special symbol in the special symbol game or the second special symbol display device 4B. It suffices if it is a process for controlling the variation of the special symbol in the special figure game using the game by a common processing routine. When the elapsed time from the start of the special symbol variation reaches the special symbol variation time, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to “3”.

  The special symbol stop process in step S113 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “3”. In the special symbol stop process, the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B stops the change of the special symbol, and the fixed special symbol which is the variable symbol display result is stopped and displayed. A process for setting is included. Then, it is determined whether or not the big hit flag or the small hit flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 152 is turned on. Update to 4 ". When the small hit flag is on, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “8”. Further, when both the big hit flag and the small hit flag are OFF, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “0”.

  The pre-opening process for the special winning opening in step S114 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “4”. This pre-opening process for the big winning opening is a process for starting the execution of the round in the big winning gaming state and setting the opening for the big winning opening based on the fact that the variable display result is “big hit” Etc. are included. At this time, for example, the upper limit of the period during which the big winning opening is opened may be set in accordance with whether the big hit type is “non-probability change”, “probability change”, or “surprise change”. As an example, when the big hit type is controlled to 15 rounds big hit state corresponding to “non-probability change” or “probability change”, the upper limit of the period in which the big winning opening is opened is set to “29 seconds”. In addition to the setting, the number of times of opening of the big winning opening, which is the number of round games executed, is set to “15 times”. On the other hand, when the big hit type is controlled to be “surprise” and is controlled to the two round big hit state, the upper limit of the period during which the big winning opening is opened is set to “0.5 seconds”. At the same time, the number of times of opening of the big prize opening, which is the number of round games executed, is set to “2 times”.

  The special winning opening releasing process in step S115 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “5”. This processing during opening of the big winning opening is based on processing for measuring the elapsed time since the big winning opening is in the open state, the elapsed time measured, the number of game balls detected by the count switch 23, and the like. Processing for determining whether or not it is time to return the winning opening from the open state to the closed state is included. Then, when returning the special winning opening to the closed state, a process for stopping the supply of the solenoid driving signal to the special winning opening door solenoid 82 may be executed.

  The post-opening processing for the special winning opening in step S116 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “6”. The post-opening process for the big prize opening includes a process for determining whether or not the number of executions of the round in which the big prize opening is in an open state has reached the maximum number of open big prize openings, This includes a process for making a setting for transmitting an end designation command when hit.

  The big hit end process in step S117 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “7”. In the jackpot end process, a waiting time corresponding to a period in which an ending effect as an effect operation for notifying the end of the jackpot game state is executed by an effect device such as the image display device 5, the speakers 8L and 8R, the game effect lamp 9 or the like. Processing that waits until time elapses and processing that performs various settings for controlling to a probable change state and a short time state corresponding to the jackpot type are included.

  The small hit pre-release process in step S118 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “8”. This pre-opening process for small hits is a setting for starting the execution of variable winning action in the small hit game state and opening the big winning opening based on the fact that the variable display result is “small hit”, etc. The processing to perform is included. At this time, for example, in response to the variable display result being “small hit”, the upper limit of the period during which the big winning opening is opened is set to “0.5 seconds”, and the big winning opening in the variable winning operation is set. The number of times of opening may be set to “twice”.

  The small hit releasing process in step S119 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “9”. In the small hit opening process, the process for measuring the elapsed time since the big prize opening is in the open state, and the timing for returning the big prize opening from the open state to the closed state based on the measured elapsed time, etc. The process etc. which determine whether or not were included are included. When returning the big prize opening to the closed state, a process of stopping the supply of the solenoid driving signal to the solenoid 82 for the big prize opening door may be executed.

  The small hit end process in step S120 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “10”. In this small hit end process, there is a waiting time corresponding to a period during which the presentation operation for informing the end of the small hit gaming state is executed by the presentation device such as the image display device 5, the speakers 8L and 8R, the game effect lamp 9 or the like. Processing that waits until the time has passed is included. Here, when the small hit gaming state is finished, the state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 before the small hit gaming state is continued without changing the state of the probability change flag and the short time flag.

  FIG. 26 is a flowchart showing an example of the special symbol normal process executed in step S110 of FIG. In the special symbol normal process shown in FIG. 26, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the total reserved memory count value stored in the game control counter setting unit 154 is “0”, that is, the first reserved memory count. It is determined whether or not the total reserved memory number that is the total value of the second reserved memory numbers is “0” (step S231). At this time, if the total pending storage number count value is other than “0” (step S231; No), start data is read from the start data storage unit 151C (step S232). Here, the start data stored in association with the hold number “1” in the start data storage unit 151C may be read.

  Subsequent to the processing of step S232, for example, by subtracting 1 from the total reserved memory number count value, the total reserved memory number is updated so as to be decremented by 1, and the start data storage unit 151C receives the hold number “1”. The storage contents of the start data stored in the lower entries (for example, entries corresponding to the holding numbers “2” to “8”) are shifted up by one entry (step S233). Then, it is determined whether the start data read in step S232 is “first” or “second” (step S234).

  If it is determined in step S234 that the start data is “first” (step S234; first), the first special game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A is started. In response to the establishment of the 1 start condition, the variable special figure designation buffer value stored in the game control buffer setting unit 155 is set to “1” (step S235). On the other hand, when it is determined in step S234 that the start data is “second” (step S234; second), a special game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B is started. In response to the establishment of the second start condition, the variable special figure designation buffer value is set to “2” (step S236).

  After executing one of the processes in steps S235 and S236, the hold data is read from the special figure hold storage unit corresponding to the start-up data read in step S232 (step S237). For example, when the start data is “first”, as the hold data stored in association with the hold number “1” in the first special figure hold storage unit 151A, a random value for determining the special figure display result The numerical data indicating MR1, the numerical data indicating the random number MR2 for determining the jackpot type, and the numerical data indicating the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type are read out. On the other hand, when the start data is “second”, the hold data stored in association with the hold number “1” in the second special figure hold storage unit 151B is used for determining the special figure display result. The numerical data indicating the random number MR1, the numerical data indicating the random number MR2 for determining the jackpot type, and the numerical data indicating the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type are respectively read out. The numerical data indicating each of the random number values MR1 to MR3 read out in this way is temporarily stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 102, for example, by storing it in a special figure changing random value buffer provided in the game control buffer setting unit 155. It only has to be done.

  Subsequent to the processing in step S237, the pending storage number count value corresponding to the start data is decremented by 1, and an entry lower than the hold number “1” (for example, the hold number “ The stored contents of the pending data stored in the entries corresponding to “2” to “4”) are shifted upward by one entry (step S238). For example, when the start data is “first”, the first reserved memory number count value is decremented by 1, and the stored content of the held data in the first special figure reserved memory unit 151A is shifted upward by one entry. Let On the other hand, when the start data is “second”, the second reserved memory number count value is decremented by 1, and the stored contents of the reserved data in the second special figure reservation storage unit 151B are stored one entry at a time. Shift to the top.

  Following the processing of step S238, the special figure display is used as a use table for determining whether the special figure display result, which is the variable symbol display result, is “big hit”, “small hit”, or “losing”. The result determination table 130 is selected and set (step S239). The CPU 103 refers to the special figure display result determination table 130 set in this way, so that the numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result read in step S237 is “big hit” or “small Whether to display the special figure display result as "big hit", "small hit", or "lose" depending on which of the decision values assigned to each special figure display result of "Bon" or "Lose" Is determined (step S240). Then, it is determined whether or not the special figure display result determined in step S240 is “big hit” (step S241).

  If it is determined in step S241 that it is a “hit” (step S241; Yes), the big win flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 152 is set to the on state (step S242). At this time, the big hit type determination table 131 is selected and set as a use table for determining the big hit type as one of a plurality of types (step S243). By referring to the big hit type determination table 131 set in this way, based on the numerical data indicating the random value MR2 for determining the big hit type read in step S237, such as “non-probability change”, “probability change”, and “surprise change” in advance. It is determined as one of a plurality of jackpot types prepared (step S244). Note that, when the variable special figure designation buffer value is set to “2” in the process of step S236, the determination value is not assigned to the big hit type of “surprise” in the big hit type determination table 131. The jackpot type is not determined to be “accurate”. Corresponding to the jackpot type determined in this way, the determined jackpot type is stored, for example, by updating the jackpot type buffer value which is the stored value of the jackpot type buffer provided in the game control buffer setting unit 155 ( Step S245). As an example, if the big hit type is “non-probable change”, the big hit type buffer value may be “0”, “probable change” may be “1”, and “surprise” may be “2”.

  When it is determined in step S241 that it is not “big hit” (step S241; No), it is determined whether or not the special figure display result is “small hit” (step S246). When it is determined that the game is “small hit” (step S246; Yes), the small hit flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 152 is set to the on state (step S247).

  If it is determined in step S246 that the game is not “small hit” (step S246; No), or after performing any of the processes in steps S245 and S247, whether to control the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state. A determined special symbol is set in accordance with the result of the prior determination as to whether or not, and further, the determination result of the jackpot type when the jackpot game state is set (step S248). As an example, when it is determined in step S246 that the special figure display result is not “small hit”, a lost symbol is obtained corresponding to the pre-determined result indicating that the special figure display result is “lost”. The special symbol indicating the symbol “−” is set as the confirmed special symbol. On the other hand, if it is determined in step S246 that the special figure display result is “small hit”, the small figure corresponding to the pre-determined result indicating that the special figure display result is “small hit”. The special symbol indicating the number “2” as the symbol is set as the confirmed special symbol. When it is determined in step S241 that the special figure display result is “big hit”, the big hit symbols “1”, “3”, “7” are determined according to the big hit type determination result in step S244. Any of the special symbols indicating the numbers "" is set as the confirmed special symbol. That is, according to the determination result that the big hit type is “non-probable change”, the special symbol indicating the number “3” that becomes the non-probable big hit symbol is set as the confirmed special symbol. Further, according to the determination result that the jackpot type is “probability change”, the special symbol indicating the number “7” that becomes the probability change big hit symbol is set as the confirmed special symbol. In accordance with the determination result that the big hit type is “accuracy”, the special symbol indicating the number of the big hit symbol “1” is set as the confirmed special symbol.

  After the confirmed special symbol is set in step S248, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to “1” corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (step S249), and then the special symbol normal process is terminated. . If the total number of reserved memories is “0” in step S231 (step S231; Yes), a predetermined demo display setting is performed (step S250), and the special symbol normal process is terminated. In the demonstration display setting in step S250, a customer waiting demonstration designation command for designating a demonstration display (demonstration screen display) by displaying a predetermined effect image on the image display device 5, for example, is sent from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. It is determined whether or not it has already been transmitted. At this time, if the transmission has been completed, the demonstration display setting is ended as it is. On the other hand, if not yet transmitted, the transmission setting of the customer waiting demonstration designation command is performed by setting the storage address of the customer waiting demonstration designation command table in the ROM 101 in the transmission command buffer, for example. The customer waiting demonstration designation command set in this way is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12, for example, by executing the command control process of step S17 shown in FIG. Is done.

  FIG. 27 is a flowchart showing an example of the variation pattern setting process executed in step S111 of FIG. In the variation pattern setting process shown in FIG. 27, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the big hit flag is on (step S261). At this time, if the big hit flag is on (step S261; Yes), the big hit variation pattern type determination table 132A is selected and set as a use table for determining one of a plurality of variation pattern types (step S261). S262). Further, for example, by reading the jackpot type buffer value stored in the game control buffer setting unit 155, it is specified whether the jackpot type is “non-probable change”, “probability change”, or “surprise change” (step S263). ).

  When the big hit flag is off in step S261 (step S261; No), it is determined whether or not the small hit flag is on (step S264). If the small hit flag is on (step S264; Yes), the small hit variation pattern type determination table 132B is selected and set as a use table for determining one of a plurality of types of variation pattern types ( Step S265).

  When the small hit flag is OFF in step S264 (step S264; No), it is determined whether or not the time reduction flag indicating that the time reduction control in the probability variation state or the time reduction state is being executed is set (step S264). S266). The time reduction flag is set to the on state when the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the probability change state or the time reduction state, and is cleared to the off state when the probability change state or the time reduction state ends. More specifically, after the hour / hour flag is set to ON in the process of ending the big hit gaming state, the hour / hour count count value has reached “0”, or the special figure display result is “big hit”. Corresponding to the end of the game, the time reduction flag is cleared and the game is turned off.

  When the time reduction flag is OFF in step S266 (step S266; No), it is determined whether or not the total reserved storage number count value is “3” or more (step S267). If the total reserved storage number is less than “3” (step S267; No), the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C is used as a use table for determining one of a plurality of variation pattern types. Is selected and set (step S268). On the other hand, when the time reduction flag is on in step S266 (step S266; Yes), or when the total reserved storage number count value is “3” or more in step S267 (step S267; Yes), the fluctuation occurs. The loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D is selected and set as a use table for determining one of a plurality of pattern types (step S269). Even when the time reduction flag is on in step S266, it is determined whether or not the total number of reserved storage is greater than or equal to a predetermined number (for example, “1” or the like), and different determination tables are set according to the determination result. You may choose. For example, when the time reduction flag is on, if the total reserved memory number is “0”, the process proceeds to step S268 to select and set the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C, while the total reserved memory number If “1” is equal to or greater than “1”, the process may proceed to step S269 to select and set the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D.

  After executing any of the processes of steps S263, S265, S268, and S269, for example, based on the numerical data indicating the random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type stored in the special-purpose variation random value buffer or the like, By referring to the use table set in any of S263, S265, S268, and S269, the variation pattern type is determined to be one of a plurality of types (step S270). Here, in the process of step S270, the variation pattern type determination extracted from the random number circuit 104 or the like when detecting the start winning and stored as the hold data in the first special figure reservation storage unit 151A or the second special figure reservation storage unit 151B is performed. The variation pattern type is determined based on the numerical data indicating the random number value MR3. Therefore, it is possible to match the determination result of whether or not it is within the range of the specific pattern common range when the start winning is detected and the determination result of the variation pattern type by the process of step S270, and specify when the start winning is detected. It can be prevented that a variation pattern type different from a variation pattern type including a specific variation pattern with super reach is determined despite being determined to be within the pattern common range. Also, based on the establishment of the first start condition, the first special symbol display device 4A determines the variation pattern type of the decorative symbol corresponding to the special symbol game executed using the first special symbol, or the second start Regardless of whether the variation pattern type of the decorative symbol corresponding to the special symbol game executed using the second special symbol is determined by the second special symbol display device 4B based on the fact that the condition is satisfied, a common random counter, etc. Using the numerical data indicating the common random number value MR3 used for determining the variation pattern type updated by the above, the common processing module can determine the variation pattern type as one of a plurality of types.

  After the variation pattern type is determined in step S270, the loss variation pattern determination table 133A and the hit variation pattern determination are performed according to whether the special figure display result is “lost”, “big hit”, or “small hit”. One of the tables 133B is selected and set as a use table for determining one of a plurality of types of variation patterns (step S271). Subsequently, the variation pattern is determined as one of a plurality of types by referring to the variation pattern determination table set in step S271 based on the numerical data indicating the random value MR4 for determining the variation pattern (step S272). The numerical data indicating the random value MR4 for determining the variation pattern may be extracted from the random number circuit 104, the random counter of the game control counter setting unit 154, or the like when the process of step S272 is executed, or may be the first start prize. The first special figure reservation storage unit 151A and the second special figure reservation memory, together with random numbers MR1 to MR3, are extracted when a game ball that has entered the mouth or the second start winning opening (start winning prize) is detected. You may memorize | store as pending data in the part 151B.

  In the process of step S272, whether or not the variation pattern of the decorative symbol corresponding to the special symbol game executed using the first special symbol is determined by the first special symbol display device 4A based on the establishment of the first start condition, Regardless of whether the variation pattern of the decorative symbol corresponding to the special symbol game executed by using the second special symbol is determined by the second special symbol display device 4B based on the establishment of the second starting condition, a common random Using the numerical data indicating the common random value MR4 for determining the variation pattern updated by a counter or the like, the variation pattern can be determined as any one of a plurality of types by a common processing module. Further, in the process of step S272, regardless of the determination result of the variation pattern type in step S270, a plurality of types of variation patterns are generated by a common processing module using numerical data indicating the common random number MR4 for determining the variation pattern. Either can be determined.

  After the change pattern is determined in step S272, a special figure change time which is a variable symbol display time corresponding to the change pattern determination result is set (step S273). Thereafter, according to the variable special symbol designation buffer value, the special symbol game using the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A and the special symbol game using the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B. The setting for starting the variation of the special symbol is performed so as to start any of the above (step S274). As an example, if the variable special symbol designation buffer value is “1”, a setting for transmitting a drive signal for updating the display of the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A is performed. On the other hand, if the variable special symbol designation buffer value is “2”, a setting is made to transmit a drive signal for updating the display of the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B.

  Subsequent to the process of step S274, settings for transmitting various commands for starting the special symbol change are performed (step S275). For example, when the variation special figure designation buffer value is “1”, the CPU 103 sends a gaming state designation command, a first variation start command, a variation pattern designation command, a variable display result from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. In order to sequentially transmit the notification command and the pending storage number notification command, setting data indicating a storage address (first address) in the ROM 101 of the first variation start command table prepared in advance is provided in the game control buffer setting unit 155. In the designated transmission command buffer, the data is stored in the buffer area designated by the transmission command pointer. On the other hand, when the variation special figure designation buffer value is “2”, the CPU 103 sends a gaming state designation command, a second variation start command, a variation pattern designation command, a variable display result from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. In order to sequentially transmit the notification command and the pending storage number notification command, the setting data indicating the storage address in the ROM 101 of the second variation start command table prepared in advance is a buffer designated by the transmission command pointer in the transmission command buffer. Store in the area. When the setting in step S275 is performed, every time the command control process in step S17 shown in FIG. A gaming state designation command, a first variation start command or a second variation start command, a variation pattern designation command, a variable display result notification command, and a pending storage number notification command are sequentially transmitted. The order in which these effect control commands are transmitted can be arbitrarily changed. For example, after the variable display result notification command is transmitted first, the first variation start command, the second variation start command, or the variation pattern designation command is transmitted. The game state designation command and the pending storage number notification command may be transmitted in this order. Thereafter, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “2” which is a value corresponding to the special symbol fluctuation process (step S276), and then the fluctuation pattern setting process is terminated.

  FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing an example of the special symbol stop process executed in step S113 of FIG. In the special symbol stop process shown in FIG. 28, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the big hit flag is on (step S291). At this time, if the big hit flag is on (step S291; Yes), the big hit start production waiting time is set (step S292). For example, in the process of step S 292, a timer initial value determined in advance corresponding to the jackpot start time production waiting time may be set in the game control process timer provided in the game control timer setting unit 153.

  Subsequent to the processing in step S292, setting for transmitting a hit start designation command from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 is performed (step S293). For example, in the process of step S293, the setting data indicating the storage address in the ROM 101 of the hit start designation command table prepared in advance for transmitting the hit start designation command corresponding to the big hit type buffer value is transmitted in the transmission command buffer. What is necessary is just to store in the buffer area | region designated with the pointer. Thereby, when the command control process of step S17 shown in FIG. 19 is executed after the special symbol stop process is completed, the hit start designation command corresponding to the big hit type from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 is executed. Is sent. After the setting in step S293, the big hit flag is cleared and turned off (step S294). In addition, a setting for ending the probability variation state and the time reduction state is performed (step S295). For example, in the process of step S295, the CPU 103 performs a process of clearing the probability variation flag and the short time flag to turn off, a process of clearing the short time counter for counting the number of remaining special game in the short time state, and the like. Just do it. Then, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to “4” which is a value corresponding to the pre-opening process for the special winning opening (step S296), and then the special symbol stop process is ended.

  If the big hit flag is off in step S291 (step S291; No), it is determined whether the small hit flag is on (step S297). At this time, if the small hit flag is ON (step S297; Yes), a small hit start start waiting time is set (step S298). For example, in the process of step S298, a timer initial value determined in advance corresponding to the small hitting start time production waiting time may be set in the game control process timer. Subsequently, as in the process of step S293, a setting for transmitting a hit start designation command from the main board 31 to the effect control board 80 is performed (step S299). Thereafter, the small hit flag is cleared and turned off (step S300). Further, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “8” which is a value corresponding to the pre-opening process for small hits (step 301).

  If the small hit flag is off in step S297 (step S297; No), the special figure process flag is cleared and its value is initialized to “0” (step S302). After executing one of the processes in steps S301 and S302, it is determined whether or not the time-saving state is to be terminated (step S303), and the special symbol stop process is terminated. For example, in the process of step S303, when the time reduction flag is on, the time reduction count value which is the stored value of the time reduction counter is updated by, for example, subtracting one. Then, it is determined whether or not the updated short time count value matches a predetermined short time end determination value (for example, “0” or the like). At this time, if it coincides with the time reduction end determination value, the time reduction control in the time reduction state may be ended by clearing the time reduction flag and turning it off. On the other hand, if it does not coincide with the time reduction end determination value, the state of the time reduction flag may be maintained and the process of step S303 may be ended. It should be noted that for the probability variation state in which the time reduction flag is on and the probability variation flag is on, the time reduction control may be continuously performed until the next variable display result becomes “big hit”. Alternatively, it may be determined whether or not to end the time reduction control even in the probability variation state, and the time reduction control may be ended based on the determination result that the time reduction control ends. In this way, when the time shortening control is ended, the probability variation control may be terminated together to be in a normal state. For the probability variation control, until the next variable display result becomes “big hit”, or Further, the game may be continued until a predetermined number of special game is executed.

  In the process of step S303, for example, numerical data indicating a random value for probability variation control termination determination is extracted from a random counter provided in the game control counter setting unit 154, and probability variation control termination determination stored in the ROM 101 or the like in advance is performed. It may be determined whether or not the probability variation control is ended by referring to the table or when the number of executions of the special figure game during the probability variation control reaches a predetermined probability variation end determination value. On the other hand, in the process of step S303, the process for ending the probability variation control may not be executed, and the probability variation control may be continued until the next variable display result becomes “big hit”. Alternatively, the process for determining whether or not to end the probability variation control based on the numerical data indicating the random value for determining the probability variation control end is, for example, in step S231 shown in FIG. May be executed before determining (predetermined) the special figure display result in step S240.

  FIG. 29A is a flowchart showing an example of the big hit end process executed in step S117 of FIG. In the jackpot end process shown in FIG. 29A, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the jackpot end time effect waiting time has elapsed (step S311). As an example, in the post-opening process for the big prize opening in step S116 shown in FIG. 20, when the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “7”, A value is set in the game control process timer. In this case, in the process of step S311, for example, the game control process timer value is updated by subtracting 1 and the updated game control process timer value matches a predetermined waiting time elapsed determination value (for example, “0”, etc.). Whether or not the big hit end production waiting time has elapsed may be determined according to whether or not the game has been done. If the big hit end presentation waiting time has not elapsed in step S311 (step S311; No), the big hit end processing is ended as it is.

  On the other hand, when the big hit end stage waiting time has elapsed in step S311 (step S311; Yes), the big hit type buffer value stored in the game control buffer setting unit 155 is read (step S312). Then, the setting for starting control of the gaming state according to the read value in step S312 is performed (step S313). FIG. 29B shows a setting example in step S313. As shown in FIG. 29 (B), when the big hit type buffer read value is “0”, the setting for starting the control for changing the gaming state to the time-saving state is performed. At this time, for example, the CPU 103 sets the time reduction flag to the ON state, and sets a predetermined count initial value (for example, “100”) corresponding to the upper limit value of the special figure game that can be executed in the time reduction state. Set to the counter. When the big hit type buffer read value is “1” or “2”, a setting for starting control for changing the gaming state to the probable change state is performed. At this time, for example, the CPU 103 sets both the probability variation flag and the time reduction flag to the on state.

  After the setting in step S313, the special figure process flag is cleared and its value is initialized to “0” (step S314), and then the big hit end processing is terminated.

  Next, the operation in the effect control board 12 will be described. In the effect control board 12, when the supply of the power supply voltage is received from the power supply board or the like, the effect control CPU 120 is activated to execute the effect control main process as shown in the flowchart of FIG. When the effect control main process shown in FIG. 30 is started, the effect control CPU 120 first executes a predetermined initialization process (step S401), clears the RAM 122, sets various initial values, and sets the effect control board 12. Performs register settings for the mounted CTC (counter / timer circuit). Thereafter, the effect random number update process is executed (step S402), and among the effect random numbers used for effect control, numerical data indicating a random number value counted by a random counter provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193 is displayed as software. Update with Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the timer interrupt flag is on (step S403). The timer interrupt flag is set to the ON state every time a predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds) elapses based on, for example, the CTC register setting.

  On the side of the production control board 12, an interrupt for receiving the production control command from the main board 11 is generated separately from the timer interruption that occurs every time a predetermined time elapses. This interruption is generated when, for example, an effect control INT signal from the main board 11 is turned on. When an interruption due to the turn-on of the effect control INT signal occurs, the effect control CPU 120 automatically sets the interrupt prohibition, but if a CPU that does not automatically enter the interrupt disable state is used, the interrupt is interrupted. It is desirable to issue a prohibition instruction (DI instruction). The effect control CPU 120 executes, for example, a predetermined command reception interrupt process in response to an interrupt when the effect control INT signal is turned on. In this command reception interrupt process, a control signal that becomes an effect control command from a predetermined input port that receives a control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15 among the input ports included in the I / O 125. Capture. The effect control command captured at this time is stored, for example, in an effect control command reception buffer provided in the effect control buffer setting unit 194. As an example, when the production control command has a 2-byte configuration, the first byte (MODE) and the second byte (EXT) are sequentially received and stored in the production control command reception buffer. Thereafter, the effect control CPU 120 ends the command reception interrupt processing after setting the interrupt permission.

  If the timer interrupt flag is off in step S403 (step S403; No), the process returns to step S402. On the other hand, if the timer interrupt flag is on in step S403 (step S403; Yes), the timer interrupt flag is cleared and turned off (step S404), and command analysis processing is executed (step S405). . In the command analysis process executed in step S405, for example, after reading various effect control commands transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 of the main board 11 and stored in the effect control command reception buffer, the reading is performed. Settings and control corresponding to the issued effect control command are performed.

  After executing the command analysis process in step S405, the effect control process process is executed (step S406), and the process returns to step S402. In the effect control process in step S406, for example, an effect image display operation on the display screen of the image display device 5, an audio output operation from the speakers 8L and 8R, a lighting operation in a light emitter such as the game effect lamp 9, and an effect object With respect to the control content of the rendering operation using various rendering devices such as the driving operation of the movable member provided, determination, determination, setting, etc. according to the rendering control command transmitted from the main board 11 are performed.

  In the command analysis process of step S405, for example, a start winning command process as shown in FIG. 31 may be executed. In the start winning command processing, when the first start opening winning designation command or the second starting opening winning designation command transmitted from the main board 11 is received, the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is specified with super reach. It is determined whether or not the variation pattern is within the common range determined by the variation pattern. In the start winning command process shown in FIG. 31, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not a first start opening winning designation command has been received (step S501). The received effect control command is stored in the effect control command reception buffer, and the effect control CPU 120 reads the command stored in the effect control command reception buffer and confirms the contents, thereby receiving the received effect control command. A control command can be specified.

  If it is determined in step S501 that the first start opening winning designation command has been received (step S501; Yes), display update setting corresponding to the first starting opening winning is set (step S502). For example, in the process of step S502, the first by detecting a game ball that has entered one of the display parts that are not displayed in the start winning storage display area 5H into the first start winning opening (start winning prize). Display setting for changing to blue display is performed according to the establishment of the start condition.

  When it is determined in step S501 that the first start opening winning designation command has not been received (step S501; No), it is determined whether or not the second starting opening winning designation command has been received (step S503). At this time, if the second start opening winning designation command is received (step S503; Yes), the display update corresponding to the second starting opening winning is set (step S504). For example, in the process of step S504, the second by detecting a game ball that has entered one of the display parts not displayed in the start winning memory display area 5H into the second start winning opening (start winning prize). Display setting for changing to red display is performed according to the establishment of the start condition.

  After executing either of the processes of steps S502 and S504, the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is obtained by reading the EXT data in the first start opening winning designation command or the second starting opening winning designation command, for example. It is determined whether it is within the specific pattern common range (step S505). At this time, if it is out of the specific pattern common range (step S505; No), the start winning command processing is terminated.

  If it is within the range of the specific pattern common range in step S505 (step S505; Yes), the winning specific pattern flag provided in the effect control flag setting unit 191 is set to the on state (step S506). Further, after setting the total number of reserved storage after the start winning as the variation count value which is the stored value of the variation counter provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193 (step S507), the command processing at the start winning prize is performed. finish. If it is within the specific pattern common range in step S505, the winning special command flag is simply set to ON in step S506, and the start winning command processing is not performed without executing step S507. You may end. Further, before executing the process of step S505, it is determined whether or not the mission notification effect has already been started, for example, by determining whether or not the mission notification flag is on. If it is determined that the command is received, the start winning command processing may be terminated without executing the processing in step S505 and subsequent steps.

  FIG. 32 is a flowchart showing an example of the effect control process executed in step S406 of FIG. In the effect control process shown in FIG. 32, the effect control CPU 120 performs one of the following processes in steps S160 to S166, for example, according to the value of the effect process flag provided in the effect control flag setting unit 191. Select and execute.

  The decorative symbol variation start waiting process in step S160 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “0”. In the decorative symbol variation start waiting process, the image display device 5 depends on whether one of the first variation start command and the second variation start command is received as the variation start command transmitted from the main board 11. Includes a process for determining whether or not to start variable display of decorative symbols in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. . At this time, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “1” in response to the determination to start variable display.

  The decorative symbol variation setting process in step S161 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “1”. In this decorative symbol variation setting process, the start of the special symbol game using the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A or the start of the special symbol game using the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B. In order to perform various production operations including variable display of decorative symbols, the final decorative symbol, temporary stop symbol, warning pattern, etc., depending on the variation pattern and variable display result, etc. The process to determine is included. In addition, the decorative symbol variation setting process includes a process for determining whether or not to start execution of the mission notification effect, a process for determining notification contents such as an achievement condition presented during the execution of the mission notification effect, and the like. It is. In the decorative symbol variation setting process, various effect control patterns such as a symbol variation control pattern and a notice effect control pattern are set based on these determination results. After such determination and setting are performed, the value of the production process flag is updated to “2”.

  The decorative symbol variation process in step S162 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “2”. In the decorative symbol variation processing, various types of symbol variation control patterns, warning effect control patterns, and the like corresponding to the value of the effect control process timer (effect control process timer value) provided in the effect control timer setting unit 192 are used. Processing for reading out the control data and performing various effects control during variable display of the decorative design is included. After performing such effect control, for example, when an end code indicating the end of variable display of decorative symbols is read from the symbol variation control pattern, or when a decorative symbol stop command transmitted from the main board 11 is received. Correspondingly, the finalized decorative symbol as the final stop symbol that is the variable display result of the decorative symbol is displayed in a completely stopped manner. When the final decorative design is displayed in response to the end code being read from the design variation control pattern, the variable display time corresponding to the variation pattern specified by the variation pattern designation command has elapsed. In addition, even if the production control command from the main board 11 is not used, it is possible to determine and display the variable display result by autonomously deriving and displaying the determined decorative pattern on the production control board 12 side. When the finalized decorative symbol is displayed as a complete stop, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “3”.

  The decorative symbol variation end process in step S163 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “3”. This decoration symbol variation end process includes a process of determining whether or not a hit start designation command transmitted from the main board 11 has been received. At this time, if it is determined that the hit start designation command has been received, when the special figure display result specified from the hit start designation command is “big hit”, the value of the effect process flag is set to “4”. On the other hand, when the special figure display result is “small hit”, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “5”. Further, when a predetermined time has elapsed without receiving the hit start designation command, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “0” in response to the variable display result being “lost”.

  The big hit control effect process in step S164 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “4”. In the big hit control effect processing, for example, a hit effect control pattern corresponding to the fact that the variable display result is “big hit” or the like is set, and an effect image based on the set contents is displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5. Display the sound, sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R by outputting the command (sound effect signal) to the sound control board 13, and game effect is output by outputting the command (electric signal) to the lamp control board 14 Processing for controlling various performance operations in the big hit gaming state such as lighting / extinguishing / flashing the lamp 9 and the decoration LED is included. Then, for example, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “6” in response to receiving a hit end designation command transmitted from the main board 11.

  The effect process during small hit control in step S165 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “5”. In this small hitting control effect process, for example, a hit effect control pattern corresponding to the fact that the variable display result is “small hit” or the like is set, and an effect image based on the set content is displayed on the image display device 5. By displaying on the display screen, outputting sound and sound effect from the speakers 8L and 8R by outputting a command (sound effect signal) to the sound output board 13, and outputting a command (lighting signal) to the lamp control board 14 Processing for controlling various effect operations in the small hit gaming state, such as turning on / off / flashing the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED, is included. Then, for example, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “6” in response to receiving a hit end designation command transmitted from the main board 11.

  The ending effect process in step S166 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “6”. In this ending effect process, a hit effect control pattern corresponding to the end of the big hit game state or the small hit game state is set, and an effect image based on the set content is displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5. The sound and sound effects are output from the speakers 8L and 8R by outputting a command (sound effect signal) to the sound control board 13, and the game effect lamp 9 is output by outputting a command (lighting signal) to the lamp control board 14. And a process for controlling various effect operations corresponding to the end of the big hit game state and the small hit game state, such as turning on / off / flashing the decoration LED. Then, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “0” in response to the end of the effect operation.

  FIG. 33 is a flowchart showing an example of the decorative symbol variation setting process executed in step S161 of FIG. In the decorative symbol variation setting process shown in FIG. 33, the effect control CPU 120 first executes a mission notification start setting process (step S511). FIG. 34 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the mission notification start setting process executed in step S511. In the mission notification start setting process shown in FIG. 34, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the mission notification flag provided in the effect control flag setting unit 191 is on (step S701). It should be noted that the mission notification flag is set to an on state when the execution of the mission notification effect is started, for example, by the process of step S793 shown in FIG. It is cleared by the processing of step S553 shown in FIG.

  When the mission notification flag is OFF in step S701 (step S701; No), the gaming state is in a probable state, for example, by reading the EXT data in the gaming state designation command transmitted from the main board 11. It is determined whether or not the probability is changing (step S702). At this time, if it is determined that the probability change is not in progress (step S702; No), it is determined whether or not the winning specific pattern flag is ON (step S703).

  When the winning specific pattern flag is ON in step S703 (step S703; Yes), the decorative symbol variable display is started using the variation count value set by the process of step S507 shown in FIG. Correspondingly, it is updated so that 1 is subtracted (step S704). When the winning specific pattern flag is OFF in step S703 (step S703; No), for example, the current total reserved memory specified by reading the EXT data in the reserved memory number notification command transmitted from the main board 11, for example. The number is set to the fluctuation count value (step S705). Note that, regardless of whether or not the winning specific pattern flag is ON, the process may proceed to step S705 to set the current total reserved storage number to the variation count value.

  After executing one of the processes of steps S704 and S705, it is determined whether or not the variation count value is “1” or more (step S706). At this time, if the variation count value is less than “1” (step S706; No), the variation counter is cleared and the count value is initialized to “0” (step S707). When the variation count value is “1” or more in step S706 (step S706; Yes), the mission notification start determination table 160 is selected as a use table for determining whether or not to start the mission notification effect. Is set (step S708).

  Subsequent to the processing of step S708, numerical data indicating the random number SR1 for mission notification start determination is extracted from the random number circuit 124 or the random counter of the effect control counter setting unit 193, for example (step S709). Then, based on the numerical data indicating the random value SR1 extracted in step S709, referring to the mission notification start determination table 160 set in step S708, notification start corresponding to whether or not to start the mission notification effect is started. Presence / absence is determined (step S710). At this time, it is determined whether or not the determination result in step S710 is the start of mission notification for starting the mission notification effect (step S711).

  When it is determined in step S711 that the mission notification is started (step S711; Yes), the mission notification pattern determination table 161 is selected and set as a use table for determining one of a plurality of types of mission notification patterns. (Step S712). Subsequently, numerical data indicating the mission notification pattern determination random value SR2 is extracted from the random number circuit 124 or the random counter of the effect control counter setting unit 193, for example (step S713). Then, by referring to the mission notification pattern determination table 161 set in step S712 based on the numerical data indicating the random value SR2 extracted in step S713, among the plurality of types of mission notification patterns MP1 to MP4. To determine the current usage pattern (step S714). At this time, for example, by storing data indicating an identification number or the like that can specify which of the mission notification pattern MP1 to the mission notification pattern MP4 is stored in the notification pattern buffer included in the effect control buffer 194, the mission notification in step S714 is performed. The pattern determination result is stored (step S715).

  After executing the process of step S715, the mission notification count value that is the stored value of the mission notification counter provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193 is set to “1” (step S716). Further, the mission notification start flag provided in the effect control flag setting unit 191 is set to the on state (step S717).

  When the mission notification flag is turned on in step S701 (step S701; Yes), when it is determined that the probability change is in progress in step S702 (step S702; Yes), when the process of step S707 is executed. When it is determined in step S711 that there is no mission notification start (step S711; No), or when the processing of step S717 is executed, the winning specific pattern flag is cleared and turned off (S718). The start setting process ends.

  After executing the mission notification start setting process as described above in step S511 of FIG. 33, the mission notification setting process is executed (step S512). FIG. 35 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the mission notification setting process executed in step S512. In the mission notification setting process shown in FIG. 35, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the mission notification flag is on (step S731). At this time, if the mission notification flag is off (step S731; No), the mission notification setting process is terminated.

  If the mission notification flag is on in step S731 (step S731; Yes), the mission notification count value is updated to be incremented by 1 (step S732). Further, for example, a mission increase flag provided in the effect control flag setting unit 191 or the like is set to an on state (step S733). Thereafter, the fluctuation count value is updated so that 1 is subtracted (step S734). Then, it is determined whether or not the updated variation count value is “0” (step S735). At this time, if the variation count value is other than “0” (step S735; No), for example, by reading the EXT data in the variable display result notification command transmitted from the main board 11, the special figure display result is “ It is determined whether or not “big hit” is obtained (step S736).

  When the variation count value is “0” in step S735 (step S735; Yes), or when it is determined in step S736 that the special figure display result is “big hit” (step S736; Yes). For example, after setting a mission notification end flag provided in the effect control flag setting unit 191 or the like to an on state (step S737), the mission notification setting process is ended.

  After the mission notification setting process as described above is executed in step S512 of FIG. 33, a final stop symbol determination process is executed (step S513). FIG. 36 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the final stop symbol determination process executed in step S513. In the final stop symbol determination process shown in FIG. 36, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the mission notification flag is on (step S751). When the mission notification flag is off (step S751; No), it is determined whether the mission notification start flag is on (step S752).

  When the mission notification start flag is OFF in step S752 (step S752; No), the special figure display result is “lost” by reading the EXT data in the variable display result notification command transmitted from the main board 11, for example. It is determined whether or not (step S753). At this time, if it is determined that the special figure display result is “lost” (step S753; Yes), it is designated by reading the EXT data in the variation pattern designation command transmitted from the main board 11, for example. It is then determined whether or not the variation pattern is a non-reach variation pattern corresponding to the case where the decorative symbol variable display mode is “non-reach” (step S754).

  If it is determined in step S754 that the pattern is a non-reach variation pattern (step S754; Yes), after determining the combination of the confirmed decorative symbols that will be the final stop symbols constituting the non-reach combination (step S755), The final stop symbol determination process is terminated. As an example, in the process of step S755, first, numerical data indicating a random value for determining the left determined symbol updated by a random counter or the like provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193 is extracted and stored in advance in the ROM 121 or the like. Further, by referring to a predetermined left determined symbol determination table, the left determined symbol to be stopped and displayed in the “left” decorative symbol display area 5L on the display screen of the image display device 5 is determined among the determined decorative symbols. Next, a predetermined right determined symbol determination table preliminarily stored in the ROM 121 or the like is extracted by extracting numerical data indicating random values for determining the right determined symbol updated by a random counter or the like provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193. , Etc., the right confirmed decorative symbol to be stopped and displayed in the “right” decorative symbol display area 5R on the display screen of the image display device 5 is determined among the confirmed decorative symbols. At this time, the symbol number of the right determined decorative symbol may be determined so as to be different from the symbol number of the left determined decorative symbol by setting in the right determined symbol determining table or the like. Subsequently, numerical data indicating a random number for determining a medium fixed symbol updated by a random counter or the like provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193 is extracted, and a predetermined medium fixed symbol determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121 or the like. , Etc., the middle fixed decorative symbol that is stopped and displayed in the “middle” decorative symbol display area 5C on the display screen of the image display device 5 is determined among the fixed decorative symbols.

  If it is determined in step S754 that the pattern is not a non-reach variation pattern (step S754; No), after determining the combination of the confirmed decorative symbols that will be the final stop symbols constituting the reach combination (step S756), the final The stop symbol determination process is terminated. As an example, in the process of step S756, first, numerical data indicating a random value for determining the left and right determined symbols updated by a random counter or the like provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193 is extracted and stored in advance in the ROM 121 or the like. By referring to the predetermined left / right determined symbol determination table, the “left” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R on the display screen of the image display device 5 among the determined decorative symbols are stopped and displayed together. The decorative symbol with the same symbol number is determined. Further, numerical data indicating a random number for determining a medium fixed symbol updated by a random counter or the like provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193 is extracted, and a predetermined medium fixed symbol determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121 or the like is extracted. By referring to this, among the determined decorative symbols, the medium fixed decorative symbol that is stopped and displayed in the “middle” decorative symbol display area 5C on the display screen of the image display device 5 is determined. Here, for example, when the confirmed decorative symbol is a jackpot combination, such as when the symbol number of the middle confirmed decorative symbol is the same as the symbol number of the left confirmed decorative symbol and the right confirmed decorative symbol, an arbitrary value (For example, “1”) may be added to or subtracted from the symbol number of the medium-decorated decorative symbol so that the finalized decorative symbol is not the jackpot combination but the reach combination. Alternatively, when determining the medium-decorated decorative symbol, the difference (design difference) between the symbol number of the left confirmed decorative symbol and the right confirmed decorative symbol may be determined, and the medium-decorated decorative symbol corresponding to the symbol difference may be set. .

  When it is determined in step S753 that the special figure display result is not “lost” (step S753; No), the special figure display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “surprise”, or the special figure display It is determined whether the result is “small hit” or other cases (step S757). At this time, if it is determined that the big hit type is “surprise” or the special figure display result is “small hit” (step S757; Yes), the big hit type such as one of the second opening chances TC1 to TC4 is “ After determining the combination of the confirmed decorative pattern that will be the variable display result of the decorative symbol corresponding to the case of “accuracy” or the special symbol display result of “small hit” (step S758), the final stop symbol determining process is terminated. . As an example, corresponding to the case where any one of the variation patterns PC1-1 to PC1-3 is designated by the variation pattern designation command, the final stop symbols constituting any of the second opening chances TC1 to TC4 and The combination of the determined decorative design is determined. In this case, a predetermined chance index determination table preliminarily stored in the ROM 121 or the like is extracted by extracting numerical data indicating random numbers for chance index determination updated by a random counter or the like provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193. It is sufficient to determine a combination of definite decorative symbols constituting any one of the two chances of opening TC1 to TC4 by referring to. Further, when either the variation pattern PC1-4 or the variation pattern PC1-5 is designated by the variation pattern designation command, for example, the same process as in step S756 is executed, so that the final stop symbols constituting the reach combination are executed. What is necessary is just to determine the combination of the definite design which becomes.

  When it is determined in step S757 that the special figure display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “non-probability change” or “probability change” other than “probability” (step S757; No), the final stop constituting the big hit combination After determining the combination of the confirmed decorative symbols that will be the symbols (step S759), the final stop symbol determining process is terminated. As an example, in the process of step S759, first, numerical data indicating a random number for determining the big hit fixed symbol updated by a random counter or the like provided in the production control counter setting unit 193 is extracted, and subsequently stored in advance in the ROM 121 or the like. Stop by aligning with the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R on the display screen of the image display device 5 by referring to the stored predetermined jackpot fixed symbol determination table. A decorative symbol having the same symbol number is determined.

  If the mission notification flag is ON in step S751 (step S751; Yes), it is determined whether or not the special figure display result is “big hit” (step S760). Then, if it is determined that the special figure display result is “big hit” (step S760; Yes), the final stop symbol constituting the big hit combination corresponding to the notification content in the currently executed mission notification effect is obtained. After determining the combination of confirmed decorative symbols (step S761), the final stop symbol determining process is terminated. At this time, the notification content in the currently executed mission notification effect may be specified from, for example, a mission notification pattern corresponding to a stored value of the notification pattern buffer, a mission notification number count value, or the like. Then, the decorative symbol having the symbol number that matches the achievement condition presented corresponding to the specified notification content may be determined as the final decorative symbol. Even when it is determined in step S760 that the special figure display result is “big hit”, it may be determined to be a confirmed decorative pattern that does not meet the achievement condition. For example, when the jackpot type is “non-probable change” and the achievement condition presented in response to the notification content is “reach odd number”, the certain decorative pattern that matches the achievement condition is Since it becomes a big hit combination, it cannot be determined to such a definite decorative symbol. At this time, it is only necessary to determine a definite decorative symbol that is a non-probable variation big hit combination regardless of the presented achievement condition. Further, for example, numerical data indicating a random value for achievement determination updated by a random counter or the like provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193 is extracted, and a predetermined big hit achievement determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121 or the like is referred to. By doing so, it may be determined whether or not the determined decorative design matches the achievement condition.

  When it is determined in step S760 that the special figure display result is other than “big hit” (step S760; No), a reach combination that does not match the achievement condition is configured unlike the notification content in the currently executed mission notification effect. After determining the combination of the confirmed decorative symbols that will be the final stop symbol (step S762), the final stop symbol determination process is terminated. Even when it is determined in step S760 that the special figure display result is other than “big hit”, it may be determined to be a confirmed decorative pattern that matches the achievement condition. For example, numerical data indicating a random value for achievement determination updated by a random counter or the like provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193 is extracted, and a predetermined normal-time achievement determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121 or the like is referred to. For example, it may be determined whether or not the determined decorative design matches the achievement condition. Here, in the normal time achievement determination table, for each determination result, the determination for achievement determination is performed so that the determination ratio of the determined decorative symbol that matches the achievement condition is sufficiently lower than that in the big hit achievement determination table. It is only necessary to assign a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the random value. Thereby, when the special figure display result is other than “big hit”, there is a low possibility that a definite decorative symbol that matches the achievement condition is derived and displayed. Therefore, when a decorative pattern that matches the achievement condition is stopped and displayed, the expectation that the special figure display result will be “big hit” is enhanced, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  In the process of step S762, transmission is performed from the main board 11 based on the determination that the mission notification flag is turned on in step S751 and the determination that the mission notification start flag is turned on in step S752. Regardless of the variation pattern designated by the designated variation pattern designation command, the final stop symbol constituting the reach combination is determined. Therefore, after the mission notification effect is started and before the mission notification effect is finished, if the special figure display result is other than “big hit”, the decorative symbol is displayed every time the decorative symbol variable display is executed. The variable display state becomes the reach state. Thereby, in the period when the mission notification effect is being executed, it is possible to enhance the expectation that the special figure display result will be “big hit” and to improve the interest of the game.

  After the final stop symbol determination process as described above is executed in step S513 in FIG. 33, a variable display effect setting process is executed (step S514). FIG. 37 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a variable display effect setting process executed in step S514. In the variable display effect setting process shown in FIG. 37, the effect control CPU 120 first performs “slip” according to the change pattern specified by reading the EXT data in the change pattern designation command transmitted from the main board 11, for example. It is determined whether or not it is “with slip” that executes the variable display effect of “” (step S771).

  If it is determined in step S771 that there is “slip” (step S771; Yes), a decorative symbol that is a pre-slip temporary stop symbol that is temporarily stopped in the “slip” variable display effect is determined (step S772). As an example, in the process of step S772, numerical data indicating a random value for determining a pre-slip temporary stop symbol updated by a random counter or the like provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193 is extracted and stored in advance in the ROM 121 or the like. The decorative symbol that becomes the temporary stop symbol before slip may be determined by referring to a predetermined pre-slip temporary stop symbol determination table.

  When it is determined in step S771 that there is no “slip” (step S771; No), after executing the process of step S772, for example, the EXT data in the variation pattern designation command transmitted from the main board 11 is read. It is determined whether or not the “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect is executed according to the specified variation pattern (step S773). At this time, if it is determined that there is “pseudo-continuous” (step S773; Yes), the decoration that is temporarily stopped and displayed in the variable display effect of “pseudo-continuous” and constitutes one of the pseudo-continuous chance items GC1 to GC8. A symbol is determined (step S774). As an example, in the process of step S774, numerical data indicating a random value for determining a pseudo-continuous chance updated by a random counter provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193 is extracted and stored in advance in the ROM 121 or the like. By referring to a predetermined pseudo-continuous chance determination table, etc., every time a pseudo-continuous change (re-variation) is executed, a temporary stop display is performed and a decorative pattern constituting any of the pseudo-continuous chances GC1 to GC8 is determined. do it.

  When it is determined in step S773 that it is not “pseudo-continuous” (step S773; No), after the process of step S774 is executed, it is determined whether the mission notification flag is on (step S773). S775). At this time, if the mission notification flag is off (step S775; No), the variable display effect setting process is terminated.

  If the mission notification flag is ON in step S775 (step S775; Yes), it is determined whether or not the variation count value is “0” (step S776). At this time, if the variation count value is other than “0” (step S776; No), the variable display effect setting process is terminated. On the other hand, when the variation count value is “0” (step S776; Yes), the change effect determination table 162 is selected and set as a use table for determining whether or not to execute the change effect. (Step S777). Subsequently, for example, numerical data indicating the random effect SR3 for determining the changed effect updated by a random counter or the like provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193 is extracted (step S778). Then, based on the numerical data indicating the random value SR3 extracted in step S778, by referring to the change effect determination table 162 set in step S777, the presence / absence of the change effect corresponding to whether or not to execute the change effect is determined. Determination is made (step S779). At this time, it is determined whether or not the determination result in step S779 is a change effect for executing the change effect (step S780).

  When it is determined in step S780 that there is no change effect (step S780; No), the variable display effect setting process is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined that there is a change effect (step S780; Yes), after determining a decorative symbol to be a temporary stop symbol before change effect that is temporarily stopped and displayed in response to execution of the change effect (step S780). S781), the variable display effect setting process is terminated. For example, in the process of step S781, the notification content in the currently executed mission notification effect is specified, and the decoration that is temporarily stopped and displayed in the non-specific effect that does not match the achievement condition presented corresponding to the specified notification content. What is necessary is just to determine a design.

  After performing the variable display effect setting process as described above in step S514 of FIG. 33, the notice effect setting process is executed (step S515). For example, in the notice effect setting process, it is determined whether or not a notice effect is to be executed, and when it is executed, which one of a plurality of kinds of notice effects is to be executed, such as “character notice” or “operation notice”. Is done. In addition, processing for determining a notice pattern as one of a plurality of patterns prepared in advance is performed in accordance with the kind of notice effect (notice effect type). Here, in the notice effect setting process, the determination of the presence or absence of the notice effect may be made different depending on the achievement condition presented as the mission in the mission notification effect. For example, in response to the fact that the mission notification number count value becomes “6” after the mission notification effect using the mission notification pattern MP1 shown in FIG. When the achievement condition is presented, the type of the notice effect is determined so as to limit the execution of the notice effect that becomes the “notice during operation” except when the variable display result is “big hit”. Also good. Further, for example, in response to the fact that the mission notification number count value becomes “6” after the mission notification effect using the mission notification pattern MP2 shown in FIG. When the achievement condition “is presented”, the notice effect type is determined so as to limit the execution of the notice effect that becomes the “character notice” unless the variable display result is “big hit”. Also good. That is, in the notice effect setting process, the presence / absence of the notice effect and the notice effect type may be determined based on the achievement condition presented in the mission notice effect and the variable display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol.

  Following the notice effect setting process in step S515, the effect control pattern is determined to be one of a plurality of patterns prepared in advance (step S516). At this time, the effect control CPU 120 selects one of a plurality of prepared symbol variation control patterns corresponding to the variation pattern indicated in the variation pattern designation command, for example, and sets it as a usage pattern. Also, in response to the notice pattern determined in the notice effect setting process in step S515, one of a plurality of prepared notice effect control patterns is selected and set as a use pattern.

  Subsequent to the processing of step S516, for example, the initial value of the effect control process timer provided in the effect control timer setting unit 192 is set corresponding to the change pattern indicated in the change pattern designation command (step S517). And the setting for starting the fluctuation | variation of the decoration design in the image display apparatus 5 is performed (step S518). At this time, for example, the display control command designated by the display control data included in the symbol variation control pattern determined as the use pattern in step S516 is transmitted to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123. The variation of the decorative symbols may be started in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R provided on the display screen 5. Thereafter, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “2”, which is a value corresponding to the decorative symbol variation processing (step S519), and then the decorative symbol variation setting process is terminated.

  FIG. 38 is a flowchart showing an example of the decorative symbol variation process executed in step S162 of FIG. In the decorative symbol variation process shown in FIG. 38, the effect control CPU 120 first performs a mission effect execution process (step S531). FIG. 39 is a flowchart showing an example of the mission effect execution process executed in step S531. In the mission effect execution process shown in FIG. 39, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the mission notification start flag is on (step S791).

  When the mission notification start flag is ON in step S791 (step S791; Yes), the storage of the mission notification pattern is read by reading the stored value of the notification pattern buffer, for example (step S792). Then, setting for starting the mission notification effect is performed in accordance with the mission notification pattern read in step S792 (step S793). At this time, since the mission notification count value is “1”, depending on which of the mission notification pattern MP1 to the mission notification pattern MP4 is read in step S792, for example, FIG. It is only necessary to make a setting for presenting the achievement condition (the notification content corresponding to the mission notification count value “1”) as the first mission as shown. In response to the start of the mission notification effect, the mission notification flag may be set to the on state. Furthermore, when the mission notification effect is started, if the achievement condition presented in the mission notification effect is to use a predetermined decorative pattern, for example, to reach a specific decorative pattern, A decorative design that matches the presented achievement condition may be additionally inserted in the decorative design that is variably displayed. Thereby, it is possible to give the player an impression that the achievement condition presented as the mission is easily established, and to improve the interest of the game. Note that the mission notification flag may be set to an on state when it is determined in step S711 shown in FIG. 34 that the mission notification has started. When the mission notification effect is thus started, the mission notification start flag is cleared and turned off (step S794).

  When the mission notification start flag is off in step S791 (step S791; No), after executing the processing of step S794, it is determined whether the mission increase flag is on (step S795). At this time, if the mission increase flag is off (step S795; No), the mission effect execution process is terminated.

  When the mission increase flag is on in step S795 (step S795; Yes), the storage of the mission notification pattern is read (step S796) by reading the stored value of the notification pattern buffer, for example. Then, based on the mission notification pattern read in step S796, effect setting for increasing achievement conditions presented as a mission corresponding to the mission notification count value is performed (step S797). At this time, since the mission notification number count value is updated in step S732 shown in FIG. 35, the mission notification number count value is a value other than “1”. Therefore, depending on which of the mission notification pattern MP1 to the mission notification pattern MP4 has been read out in step S796, for example, an achievement condition (mission notification) for the second and subsequent missions as shown in FIG. It is only necessary to set to increase the notification content corresponding to the number count value “2” or more. In addition, when the achievement condition is increased, if the achievement condition uses a predetermined decorative pattern, for example, a reachable state with a specific decorative pattern, the decorative pattern that matches the increased achievement condition is used. May be additionally inserted in the decorative pattern to be variably displayed. Thereby, it is possible to give the player an impression that the increased achievement condition is easily established, and to improve the interest of the game. When the achievement condition presented in the mission notification effect is thus increased, the mission increase flag is cleared and turned off (step S798), and the mission effect execution process is terminated.

  For example, when performing an effect setting for increasing the achievement condition presented in the process of step S797, the notification specified by storing the mission notification pattern read in step S796 and the mission notification count value. Based on the content, the variation pattern specified by the variation pattern designation command transmitted from the main board 11, the variable display result notified by the variable display result notification command, etc., the content of the achievement condition to be increased is changed, or the achievement condition It may be possible to limit the increase of. As an example, in response to the fact that the mission notification number count value becomes “7” after the mission notification effect using the mission notification pattern MP1 shown in FIG. When the achievement condition is increased, it is first determined whether or not the variation pattern designated by the variation pattern designation command is a variation pattern with super reach. At this time, if it is a variation pattern other than the variation pattern with super reach, an effect setting for increasing the achievement condition of “put out super reach” is performed according to the notification content shown in FIG. On the other hand, when the variation pattern with super reach is designated, it is determined whether or not the variable display result notified by the variable display result notification command is “big hit”. If the variable display result is “big hit”, an effect setting for increasing the achievement condition of “put out super reach” is performed in accordance with the notification content shown in FIG. On the other hand, if the variable display result is other than “big hit”, it is determined whether there is a plurality of types of super reach (for example, super reach α or super reach β) in the variation pattern. Subsequently, in response to the variable display result being other than “big hit”, the notification content shown in FIG. 15B is changed (corrected) so that the reach effect that matches the mission achievement condition is not executed. Perform production settings to increase achievement conditions. For example, if the fluctuation pattern is accompanied by super reach α, the achievement condition of “give super reach β” is increased, while if the fluctuation pattern is accompanied by super reach β, the achievement “get super reach α” is achieved. Increasing conditions increase.

  Alternatively, when performing an effect setting for increasing the achievement condition presented in the process of step S797, the notification content specified from the storage of the mission notification pattern read out in step S796 and the mission notification count value Among them, the predetermined notification content may limit the increase in the achievement condition. As an example, among the notification contents indicating the achievement conditions presented in the mission notification effect using the mission notification pattern MP1 to the mission notification pattern MP4 shown in FIG. For notification contents such as “Put out” and “Get super reach”, for example, unless the variable display result is “big hit” and an effect corresponding to the notification contents is executed, the increase in the achievement condition may be limited. . As a result, it is possible to prevent the variable display result from being other than “big hit” despite the execution of the effect that matches the presented achievement condition, and the player does not feel distrust with the mission notification effect. .

  By executing the mission effect execution process as described above in step S531 of FIG. 38, when the decorative symbol variable display is started, the setting for starting the mission notification effect or the mission notification effect is presented. Settings can be made to increase the achievement conditions that will result in the mission being performed. Therefore, when the variable display of the decorative symbols is started, the execution of the mission notification effect can be started, or the achievement condition presented in the mission notification effect can be increased.

  After executing the mission effect execution process in step S531, the effect control process timer value is updated (for example, 1 subtraction) (step S532), and the updated effect control process timer value is indicated by the effect control pattern. Compared with the production control process timer determination value, it is determined whether or not it matches any of the timer determination values (step S533). And if it does not correspond to any timer judgment value (step S533; No), the decorative symbol variation process is terminated.

  If the timer determination value matches with the timer determination value in step S533 (step S533; Yes), the effect control execution data (for example, display control data, audio control data, etc.) stored in the effect control pattern in association with the timer determination value. The lamp control data, a part or all of the operation detection control data) or the end code is read (step S534). Here, when the plurality of timer determination values indicated by the effect control pattern in step S533 match the effect control process timer value, a plurality of stored timer determination values are associated with each other. The effect control execution data may be read out in the process of step S534. Then, it is determined whether or not the end code has been read in step S534 (step S535). At this time, if it is determined that it is not an end code (step S535; No), after performing the effect operation control according to the effect control execution data read in step S534 (step S536), the decorative symbol variation End the middle process.

  For example, in the production operation control by the process of step S536, a display control command specified by the display control data is transmitted to the VDP of the display control unit 123, and a command corresponding to the sound number data specified by the audio control data is issued. Of the transmission to the audio control board 13 and the output of the signal specified by the lamp control data to the lamp control board 14, a part or all of them may be performed sequentially or in parallel (if only one operation is performed). If done alone). In addition, in the performance operation control by the process of step S536, whether or not it is an operation effective period during which an operation action of the player or the like on the operation button 30 is effectively detected based on the operation detection control data read out in step S534 or the like. Determine. At this time, if it is the operation valid period, it is determined based on the detection signal transmitted from the operation detection switch 31 whether or not the player's operation on the operation button 30 has been detected. And when operation with respect to the operation button 30 is not detected but an operation valid period is complete | finished, presentation operation control according to operation detection control data is complete | finished. On the other hand, when an operation on the operation button 30 is detected within the operation effective period, the operation on the operation button 30 is performed by changing to the effect control pattern specified by the operation detection control data, for example. It is only necessary to perform control or setting for changing the rendering operation in response to the above.

  If it is determined in step S535 that it is an end code (step S535; Yes), for example, by setting a predetermined timer initial value in the production control process timer, the hit start designation command reception waiting time is set. This is performed (step S537). Then, after updating the value of the effect process flag to “3” which is a value corresponding to the process at the end of the decorative symbol variation (step S538), the process during the decorative symbol variation is ended.

  FIG. 40 is a flowchart showing an example of the decorative symbol variation end process executed in step S163 of FIG. In the decorative symbol variation end process shown in FIG. 40, the effect control CPU 120 first displays the final decorative symbol, which is the final stop symbol, as a complete stop display and displays it (step S551). If a decorative symbol stop command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12, the decorative symbol display areas of “left”, “middle”, and “right” are displayed until the decorative symbol stop command is received. The temporary stop display may be performed so that, for example, the decorative pattern fluctuation display is performed at 5L, 5C, and 5R.

  Following the process of step S551, it is determined whether the mission notification end flag is on (step S552). At this time, if the mission notification end flag is on (step S552; Yes), a setting for ending the mission notification effect is performed (step S553). For example, in the process of step S553, the notification pattern buffer is cleared to delete the storage of the mission notification pattern, and the mission notification number counter and the variation count counter are cleared to set the mission notification number count value and the variation count count value to “0”. To "". Further, in response to the end of the mission notification effect, the mission notification flag may be cleared and turned off. Note that the mission notification flag may be cleared and turned off, for example, when the mission notification end flag is set to the on state in step S737 shown in FIG. When the mission notification effect ends in this way, the mission notification end flag is also cleared and turned off (step S554).

  When the mission notification end flag is off in step S552 (step S552; No), after executing the process of step S554, for example, it is determined whether or not a hit start designation command has been received or received. In such a case, it is determined whether or not the special figure display result is “big hit” by reading the EXT data of the hit start designation command (step S555). At this time, if it is determined that the special figure display result is “big hit” (step S555; Yes), the value of the production process flag is updated to “4” which is a value corresponding to the big hit control production processing. (Step S556), the decorative symbol variation end processing is terminated.

  When it is determined in step S555 that the special figure display result is not “big hit” (step S555; No), it is determined whether or not the special figure display result is “small hit” (step S557). At this time, if it is determined that the special figure display result is “small hit” (step S557; Yes), the value of the effect process flag is updated to “5” which is a value corresponding to the effect process during the small hit control. (Step S558), the decorative symbol variation end process is terminated. When it is determined in step S557 that the special figure display result is not “small hit” (step S557; No), the value of the effect process flag is initialized to “0” (step S559), and then the decorative symbol variation ends. End time processing.

  Next, specific examples of various effects performed in the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described. In the pachinko gaming machine 1, when a game ball that has entered (started winning) the first starting winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A is detected by the first starting opening switch 22A, or the ordinary variable winning ball apparatus 6B is formed. When the game ball that has entered (start winning prize) into the second start winning opening is detected by the second start opening switch 22B, numerical data indicating the random number values MR1 to MR3 extracted in step S219 in FIG. Based on this, a winning specific pattern determination process is executed in step S221. Then, when it is determined in step S356 of FIG. 23 that the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is within the specific pattern common range (step S356; Yes), in the first start winning, in step S358. Based on the transmission setting of the first start port winning designation command and the second start port winning command for notifying that the random value MR3 is within the specific pattern common range based on the transmission setting in step S359 at the time of the second start winning. A designation command is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12.

  In the production control board 12, after it is determined in step S501 in FIG. 31 that the first start opening winning designation command has been received, or in step S503, it is determined that the second starting opening winning designation command has been received, When it is determined in step S505 that it is within the specific pattern common range, the winning specific pattern flag is set to the on state (step S506), and the variation count value is set (step S507). By setting the fluctuation count value in step S507, the variable display holding position (holding number) in which the random value MR3 is within the specific pattern common range and at least a specific fluctuation pattern with super reach is specified. be able to.

  As an example, as shown in FIG. 41A, decorative symbols are displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R provided on the display screen of the image display device 5. The first starting port winning designation command or the second starting port winning designation command is sent from the main board 11 to notify that the game ball that has won the start when it is stopped and is within the specific pattern common range is detected. It is assumed that it is transmitted to the effect control board 12. Here, it is assumed that the variation count value is also set to “3” in response to the total number of reserved memories being “3”. Since the total number of reserved memories is “3”, the variable display of the decorative symbols is started in response to the start of the variation of the special symbols in the special symbol game. The effect control board 12 responds to the reception of the first change start command and the second change start command transmitted from the main board 11, and based on the change pattern designated by the change pattern designation command, etc. The setting for starting the variable display is performed.

  At this time, the effect control CPU 120 determines in step S701 in FIG. 34 that the mission notification flag is off (step S701; No), or in step S702 that it is determined that there is no certain change (step S702). S702; No), based on the determination that the specific pattern flag at the time of winning is turned on in Step S703 (Step S703; Yes), the number-of-changes count value is updated to be subtracted by 1 (Step S704). As a result, the variation count value is “2”, which is a value equal to or greater than “1” (step S706; Yes), so whether or not to start the mission notification effect with reference to the mission notification start determination table 160? Is determined (steps S708 to S711). Here, for example, referring to the mission notification start determination table 160 as shown in FIG. 14, when the winning specific pattern flag is on, the decision to start the mission notification effect at a higher rate than when it is off. It can be performed.

  When it is determined to start the mission notification effect (step S711; Yes), one of the mission notification pattern MP1 to the mission notification pattern MP4 is determined as the usage pattern by referring to the mission notification pattern determination table 161 ( Steps S712 to S714). At this time, the mission notification count value is set to “1” in step S716, and the mission notification start flag is set to the on state in step S717. Thereafter, the CPU 120 for effect control transmits a predetermined display control command to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123 in step S518 shown in FIG. 33, and so on, as shown in FIG. The variation of the decorative symbols is started in the “middle” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R.

  For example, when the mission notification pattern MP1 is determined in step S714, the mission notification start flag is turned on (step S791 in FIG. 39; Yes), and the storage of the mission notification pattern MP1 is read in step S792. Based on this, setting for starting the mission notification effect is performed in step S793. Then, in response to the mission notification count value being “1”, an effect image MH1 as shown in FIG. 41 (B) is displayed, resulting in a mission “Let's reach at 2!”. Present achievement conditions. In the setting of step S793, the mission notification flag may be set to the on state.

  If it is determined in step S752 in FIG. 36 that the mission notification start flag is on (step S752; Yes), it is determined in step S760 whether the special figure display result is “big hit”. Is called. At this time, if the special figure display result is other than “big hit” (step S760; No), it is achieved in step S762 unlike the notification content in the mission notification effect regardless of the variation pattern designated by the variation pattern designation command. The final stop symbol of the reach combination that does not meet the condition is determined. For example, when the mission notification pattern MP1 is a usage pattern and the mission notification count value is “1”, decorative symbols other than the symbol number “2” are displayed in the decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R of “left” and “right”. By using the final stop symbol, it is possible to execute variable display of a decorative symbol that is a non-specific effect that does not match the mission achievement condition. As a specific example, in step S762, the final stop symbols in the “left” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R are determined to be decorative symbols (symbol number “6”) indicating the number “6”. At the same time, when it is determined that the final stop symbol in the “medium” decorative symbol display area 5C is the decorative symbol indicating the number “7” (the symbol number is “7”), as shown in FIG. When the final decorative symbol that is the final stop symbol is derived and displayed, the variable display of the decorative symbol ends.

  Subsequently, since the total number of reserved memories is “2”, variable display of decorative symbols is started in response to the start of variation of special symbols in the special symbol game. Here, it is assumed that the special figure display result is determined to be “lost” based on the numerical data indicating the random value MR1 included in the hold data. Then, in response to the determination that the mission notification flag is ON in step S731 in FIG. 35 (step S731; Yes), the mission notification count value is incremented by 1 to “2”. It is updated (step S732). At this time, after the mission increase flag is set to the on state (step S733), it is determined that the fluctuation count value after the update in step S734 is “1” and not “0” (step S735; No). Then, it is determined that the special figure display result is not “big hit” (step S736; No). Also, in step S751 in FIG. 36, it is determined that the mission notification flag is ON (step S751; Yes), and in step S760, it is determined that the special figure display result is not “big hit”. Correspondingly (step S760; No), in step S762, unlike the notification content, the final stop symbol of the reach combination that does not match the achievement condition is determined.

  Then, based on the determination that the mission increase flag is turned on in step S795 in FIG. 39 (step S795; Yes), and the storage of the mission notification pattern MP1 is read in step S796, step S797 is performed. Is set to increase the achievement condition for the mission presented in the mission notification effect. At this time, in response to the mission notification count value being “2”, a mission image “MH2” as shown in FIG. Increase the achievement condition. Thereafter, the final decorative symbol determined in step S762 in FIG. 36 is derived and displayed as shown in FIG. 41E, for example, so that the variable display of the decorative symbol ends.

  Subsequently, since the total number of reserved memories is “1”, variable display of decorative symbols is started in response to the start of variation of special symbols in the special symbol game. At this time, in response to the determination that the mission notification flag is on in step S731 in FIG. 35 (step S731; Yes), the mission notification count value is incremented by 1 to “3”. (Step S732). In addition, after the mission increase flag is set to the on state (step S733), it is determined that the count value of the number of changes after the update in step S734 is “0” (step S735; Yes), and the mission notification end flag is turned on. The state is set (step S737). Furthermore, after it is determined in step S751 in FIG. 36 that the mission notification start flag is on (step S751; Yes), it is determined in step S760 whether or not the special figure display result is “big hit”. . Here, when it is determined that the special figure display result is “big hit” (step S760; Yes), the big hit that matches any of the achievement conditions according to the notification content in the mission notification effect in step S761. A final stop symbol such as a combination is determined. On the other hand, when it is determined that the special figure display result is not “big hit” (step S760; No), the final stop symbol of the reach combination that does not match the achievement condition is different from the notification content in step S762. It is determined.

  In addition, it is determined in step S775 in FIG. 37 that the mission notification flag is on (step S775; Yes), and in step S776, the variation count value is determined to be “0”. Correspondingly (step S776; Yes), it is determined whether or not to execute the change effect (steps S777 to S780). Here, for example, referring to the change effect determination table 162 as shown in FIG. 16, when the special figure display result is “big hit”, the change effect is executed at a higher rate than when it is other than “big hit”. The decision to make can be made. Then, the setting in step S797 in FIG. 39 is performed, and in response to the mission notification count value being “3”, an effect image MH3 as shown in FIG. Increase the achievement conditions for the mission, such as “Reach 3!” Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 41 (G), for example, decorative symbols (symbol number “5”) indicating the number “5” are arranged in the “left” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5C. The reach state is reached by stopping display. At this time, the decorative symbol stopped and displayed in the reach state is a non-specific effect that does not match the achievement condition presented as the mission. As shown in FIG. 41 (G), the decorative symbol that is stopped and displayed may be the final stop symbol determined in step S761 or step S762 of FIG. 36 when the change effect is not executed, and the change effect is executed. In this case, the pre-change effect temporary stop symbol determined in step S781 in FIG. 37 may be used.

  After that, for example, when the special effect display result is “losing” and the variable display of the decorative design is ended without executing the change effect, for example, as shown in FIG. In the decorative symbol display area 5C, the decorative symbol indicating the number “6” (the symbol number is “6”) is stopped and displayed, and the final stop symbol of the reach combination is derived and displayed, thereby terminating the variable display of the decorative symbol. Just do it. Then, in response to the next special drawing game being executed by detecting a new start winning, etc., for example, as shown in FIG. 41 (I1), the next variable design variable display may be started.

  On the other hand, for example, when the change effect is executed when the special figure display result is “big hit”, for example, the left and right decorative symbols are displayed as shown in FIG. 41 (H2). The decorative symbols stopped and displayed in the areas 5L and 5R are changed again, and as shown in FIG. 41 (I2), the number “3” is displayed in the “left” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5C. The decorative symbols (design number is “3”) are displayed and stopped. Thus, a change effect is performed in which a non-specific effect that does not match the achievement condition is changed to a specific effect that matches the achievement condition. At this time, for example, an effect image indicating that the mission “achievement!” Has been achieved may be displayed to notify that the specific effect matching the achievement condition has been executed. Then, for example, as shown in FIG. 41 (J), the final stop symbol of the jackpot combination is derived and displayed by stopping the decorative symbol indicating the number “3” in the “middle” decorative symbol display area 5C. Then, the variable display of the decorative design may be terminated.

  In the above embodiment, every time it is determined in step S731 in FIG. 35 that the mission notification flag is on, the mission notification count value is updated by 1 in step S732, and in step S733. Set the mission increase flag to ON. Thereby, after the mission notification effect is started, the achievement condition presented as the mission is increased every time the decorative symbol variable display is started until the mission notification effect ends. On the other hand, the achievement condition presented as a mission by the mission notification effect may be increased when a predetermined condition is established in addition to the start of variable display of decorative symbols.

  As an example, when the variation pattern designated by the variation pattern designation command is to reach the variable display state of the decorative design, the achievement condition to be presented may be increased as a predetermined condition is satisfied. . In this case, when it is determined in step S731 that the mission notification flag is on, whether or not the variation pattern is a reach variation pattern or a hit variation pattern that sets the variable display state of the decorative symbol as the reach state. Judgment is made. If it is determined that the reach variation pattern or the hit variation pattern is set to the reach state, the processes of steps S732 and S733 are executed. On the other hand, if it is determined that the pattern is a non-reach fluctuation pattern or hit fluctuation pattern that is not in the reach state, the process of steps S732 and S733 may be skipped and the process may proceed to step S734. . Thereby, the frequency at which the achievement condition presented in the mission notification effect increases can be reduced, the unexpectedness of the effect operation in which the presented achievement condition can be increased, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  As another example, the achievement condition is increased by referring to a mission increase determination table prepared in advance based on numerical data indicating a random number for mission increase extracted from the random number circuit 124 or a random counter. When the determination is made, the achievement condition to be presented may be increased assuming that the predetermined condition is satisfied. In this case, it may be determined whether to increase the achievement condition at a different rate depending on whether the variable display result is “big hit” or other than “big hit”. For example, in the mission increase determination table, when the variable display result is “big hit”, a larger number of determination values (numerical values to be compared with the random number for mission increase determination) than when the variable display result is other than “big hit” ) May be assigned to the determination result to increase the achievement condition. With this setting, when the variable display result is “big hit”, the achievement condition presented in the mission notification effect is increased at a higher rate than when the variable display result is other than “big hit”. Can do. Therefore, when the achievement condition presented in the mission notification effect increases, the possibility that the variable display result will be a “big hit” is higher than when the achievement condition presented does not increase. The expectation can be raised and the entertainment interest can be improved.

  Further, when increasing the achievement condition presented in the mission notification effect, the achievement condition is not limited to increasing the achievement condition by one each time the decorative symbol variable display is started, but a plurality of (two or more) achievement conditions. May be increased at a time. As an example, when the mission notification flag is on in step S731 in FIG. 35, the process proceeds to step S733 without executing step S732, and the mission increase flag is set to the on state. Thereafter, when it is determined in step S795 in FIG. 39 that the mission increase flag is on, a process for determining the number of achievement conditions to be increased may be executed. At this time, for example, the number of achievement conditions to be increased is determined by referring to an increase number determination table prepared in advance based on numerical data indicating a random number value for increase number extraction extracted from the random number circuit 124 or a random counter. do it. In this case, the number of achievement conditions to be increased may be determined at a different rate depending on whether the variable display result is “big hit” or other than “big hit”. For example, in the increase number determination table, if the variable display result is “big hit”, as the number of achievement conditions to be increased increases, more determination values (numerical values compared with random number values for increase number determination) are assigned. On the other hand, if the variable display result is other than “big hit”, it may be set so that a smaller decision value is assigned as the number of achievement conditions to be increased increases. Alternatively, in the increase number determination table, when the variable display result is “big hit” with respect to the determination result in which the number of achievement conditions to be increased is equal to or greater than a predetermined number (for example, “2”, etc.) More decision values may be assigned than in some cases. With such a setting, when the variable display result is “big hit”, the number of achievement conditions presented at a time increases more than when the variable display result is other than “big hit”. Therefore, when the number of achievement conditions to be presented when the variable display of decorative symbols starts increases, the possibility that the variable display result will be a “big hit” increases compared to when the number of achievement conditions to be presented is large. The player's expectation that the conditions will increase can be enhanced, and the gaming interest can be improved.

  In the above embodiment, when it is determined in step S240 in FIG. 26 that the special figure display result is “losing”, the variation is performed based on the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type in step S270 in FIG. It has been described that, by determining the pattern type, it is determined whether or not the variable display state of the decorative symbols is set to the reach state. On the other hand, when it is determined that the special figure display result is “losing”, the variable display state of the decorative design is set to the reach state by using a random number value different from the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type. You may make it determine whether to do.

  For example, a reach determination random number MR6 as shown in FIG. 42A is prepared as one of the game random numbers counted on the main board 11 side. In this case, it is possible to determine whether or not the reach determination random number value MR6 becomes a specific variation pattern with super reach when the start winning is detected (at the time of the first start winning or the second start winning). Therefore, it is extracted from the random number circuit 104 or the like at the time of detecting the start winning. Therefore, for example, instead of the first special figure reservation storage unit 151A shown in FIG. 12, a first special figure reservation storage unit 151A as shown in FIG. 42B is provided, and a numerical value indicating the reach determination random number MR6. Data can be stored as reserved data. The same applies to the second special figure storage unit 151B.

  Further, when the start winning is detected, the first start opening winning designation as shown in FIG. 42C is used instead of the first starting opening winning designation command or the second starting opening winning designation command shown in FIG. Either the command or the second start opening winning designation command may be transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. In the first start opening prize designation command and the second start opening prize designation command shown in FIG. 42 (C), the numerical data indicating the reach determination random number value MR6 is variable in the decorative design regardless of the reserved memory number of the special figure game. EXT data is set to “02H” in response to being within the reach common range where the display state is the reach state. If it is only necessary to notify the side of the effect control board 12 whether or not the random value MR3 is within the range of the specific pattern common range at the time of detecting the start winning, the first shown in FIG. What is necessary is just to use the 1 start opening prize designation | designated command and the 2nd starting opening prize designation | designated command.

  In order to determine whether or not the decorative symbol variable display state is set to the reach state using the reach determination random number MR6 as shown in FIG. 42 (A), for example, the reach determination table shown in FIG. 43 (A). 140 is prepared in advance. For example, a loss variation pattern type determination table 141 shown in FIG. 43B is preliminarily used as a table for determining one of a plurality of variation pattern types when the special figure display result is determined to be “losing”. prepare.

  In the reach determination table 140, the numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the random number MR6 for reach determination in accordance with the total number of reserved storages indicates that the reach state such as non-reach HA1-1 to non-reach HA1-5 is not set. It is assigned to either a determination result or a determination result indicating reach state such as reach HA2-1 to reach HA2-3. It should be noted that a different decision table is prepared depending on whether the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a normal state, a probable change state, or a short-time state, and the determination ratio of whether to reach the reach state according to the gaming state You may make it differ.

  In the setting example of the reach determination table 140 shown in FIG. 43A, the reach is determined depending on whether or not the total number of reserved memories, which is the number of reserved memories of the special figure game, is a predetermined number (for example, “3” or the like). The assignment of the decision value to the decision result of whether or not to make a state is different. In addition, when the total number of reserved memories is equal to or greater than the predetermined number, more determination values are assigned to the determination result indicating that the reach state is not set than when the total number is less than the predetermined number. The rate at which the decision to enter the state is made is low. If the average special symbol variation time in the non-reach variation pattern is set to be shorter than the average special symbol variation time in the reach variation pattern, the special figure pending storage number is a predetermined number or more. When the number is less than the predetermined number, the average special symbol variation time can be shortened.

  In the loss variation pattern type determination table 141, the determination result indicating the reach state is the reach HA2-1 to the reach HA2-3, or the determination result indicating that the reach state is not set is the non-reach HA1-1 to non-reach state. A numerical value (determined value) to be compared with the value of the random number MR3 for determining the variation pattern type, depending on which one is the reach HA1-5, is the variation pattern type CA1-1 to the variation pattern type CA1-3 or the variation pattern. It is assigned to any one of the types CA2-1 to CA2-4. It should be noted that different determination tables are prepared depending on whether the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a normal state, a probable variation state, or a short-time state, and the variation pattern type determination ratio varies depending on the gaming state. May be.

  In the setting example of the loss variation pattern type determination table 141 shown in FIG. 43B, whether the determination result of whether or not to reach the reach state is one of the reach HA 2-1 to the reach HA 2-3, or the non-reach HA 1-1. Depending on which of the non-reach HA 1-5, there is a portion where the determined value is assigned to each variation pattern type so that the ratio determined for each variation pattern type is different. Thereby, the ratio determined for the same variation pattern type can be varied depending on whether or not the variable display time of the special symbol and the decorative symbol is shortened. In the loss variation pattern type determination table 141, whether the reach state is determined to be reach HA2-1 to reach HA2-3 or non-reach HA1-1 to non-reach HA1-5. Depending on whether or not, there are portions where the decision values are assigned to different variation pattern types. Thereby, depending on whether or not the variable display time of special symbols and decorative symbols is shortened, it is possible to determine different variation pattern types.

  When it is determined whether or not the variable display state of the decorative symbols is set to the reach state using the reach determination random number MR6 as shown in FIG. 42 (A), in step S219 in FIG. When the numerical values MR1 to MR3 are extracted, numerical data indicating the reach determination random number value MR6 is also extracted, and the random number value MR6 is stored in the special figure reservation storage unit in step S220. In the winning specific pattern determination process shown in FIG. 23, for example, the processes of steps S371 to S381 shown in FIG. 44 may be executed instead of the processes of steps S356 to S362. Here, when it is determined in step S355 of FIG. 23 that the special figure display result is “lost” (step S355; Yes), the reach determination random number MR6 extracted in step S219 of FIG. Is determined to be within the reach common range (step S371).

  In the setting example of the reach determination table 140 shown in FIG. 43A, if the reach determination random number MR6 is within the range of “220” to “239” regardless of the gaming state and the total number of reserved memories, at least A determination is made that the variable display state of the decorative symbol is set to the reach state. Therefore, for example, as shown in FIG. 45, if the random value MR6 is within the range of “220” to “239”, it is determined that it is within the reach common range, and at step S371, it is within the reach common range. Whether or not it may be determined.

  When it is determined in step S371 that it is within the reach common range (step S371; Yes), or when it is determined in step S354 of FIG. 23 that the big hit type is other than “surprise” (step S354; Yes). Similarly to step S356 in FIG. 23, it is determined whether or not the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type extracted in step S219 in FIG. 22 is within the specific pattern common range (step S372). At this time, if it is determined that it is within the specific pattern common range (step S372; Yes), similar to steps S357 to S359 of FIG. Settings for transmitting the command and the second start opening winning designation command may be performed (steps S373 to S375).

  When it is determined in step S372 that the random value MR3 is not within the specific pattern common range (step S372; No), it is determined whether the start port buffer value is “1” or “2” (step S376). ). At this time, if the starting port buffer value is “1” (step S376; “1”), the command B102H (first starting port winning designation command for notifying that it is within the reach common range at the time of the first starting winning bid ( Settings for transmitting the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 are performed (see FIG. 42C) (step S377). If the starting port buffer value is “2” in step S376 (step S376; “2”), the second starting port winning designation command is used to notify that the reach is within the reach common range when the second starting winning is made. Setting for transmitting the command B202H (see FIG. 42C) from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 is performed (step S378).

  When it is determined in step S354 of FIG. 23 that the big hit type is “surprise” (step S354; No), it is determined in step S355 that the special figure display result is not “losing” but “small hit”. When it is determined that it is not within the reach common range in step S371 (step S371; No), as in steps S360 to 362 of FIG. 23, it is also within the reach common range. Settings may be made to transmit the first start port winning designation command and the second start port winning designation command for notifying that the specific pattern is not within the common range and not within the common range (steps S379 to S381). If it is only necessary to notify the side of the effect control board 12 whether or not it is within the specific pattern common range, even if it is determined in step S372 that it is not within the specific pattern common range, step S379 is also performed. The process of -S381 should just be performed.

  In addition, when it is determined whether or not the variable display state of the decorative symbols is to be the reach state using the reach determination random number MR6 as shown in FIG. 42A, the variation pattern shown in FIG. In the setting process, instead of the processes of steps S266 to S269, for example, the processes of steps S266A to S269A shown in FIG. 46 may be executed. Here, when it is determined in step S264 that the small hit flag is off (step S264; No), as a use table for determining whether or not the variable display state of the decorative symbol is set to the reach state, The reach determination table 140 is selected and set (step S266A). Further, for example, the total reserved memory number is specified by reading the total reserved memory number count value (step S267A). Subsequently, by referring to the reach determination table 140 based on the numerical data indicating the reach determination random value MR6 stored in, for example, the special figure changing random value buffer, the variable display state of the decorative symbols is set to the reach state. It is determined whether or not (step S268A). At this time, the loss variation pattern type determination table 141 is selected and set as a use table for determining the variation pattern type as one of a plurality of types (step S269A), and the process proceeds to step S270.

  Even when it is determined whether or not the variable display state of the decorative symbols is set to the reach state using the reach determination random number MR6 as shown in FIG. In the same manner as in the above, after executing the processes shown in FIGS. 30 to 40 and starting the mission notification effect based on the determination that it is within the specific pattern common range at the time of detecting the start winning prize For example, each time the variable display of decorative symbols is started, the achievement condition presented as a mission can be increased.

  In this way, when determining whether or not to reach the reach state separately from the variation pattern type, when changing the reach state occurrence rate, change only the setting of the determination value in the reach determination table. Therefore, the setting time can be shortened. In addition, if the setting of the decision value in the variation pattern type determination table is changed, the variation pattern type can be added or the occurrence rate can be changed without changing the reach state occurrence rate. Design changes related to distribution can be easily performed. Furthermore, it is possible to provide a margin for the determined value assigned to each variation pattern type, and reliably prevent a specific variation pattern type from appearing at an extremely biased rate unlike the design stage.

  Further, as a predetermined condition for increasing the achievement condition presented as a mission, it may be added that the random value MR6 is determined to be within the reach common range when the start winning is detected. In this case, whether or not it is within the reach common range when the start winning is detected by using the first start opening winning designation command or the second starting opening winning designation command as shown in FIG. The notification control board 12 can be notified. Then, when it is determined in step S505 in FIG. 31 that it is not within the specific pattern common range, it is determined whether or not it is within the reach common range as shown in FIG. 47A (step S506A). . At this time, if it is determined that it is within the reach common range (step S506A; Yes), for example, a winning reach determination flag provided in the effect control flag setting unit 191 or the like is set to an on state (step S507A). .

  Furthermore, in the mission notification setting process shown in FIG. 35, when it is determined in step S731 that the mission notification flag is on (step S731; Yes), step S731A as shown in FIG. The process of S733A may be executed. That is, when the mission notification flag is on, it is determined whether or not the winning reach determination flag is on (step S731A). If the flag is on (step S731A; Yes), the processing of steps S732 and S733 is performed. After execution, the winning reach determination flag is cleared and turned off (step S733A). On the other hand, when the winning reach determination flag is off (step S731A; No), the process proceeds to step S734 to set the mission notification count value to 1 or to turn on the mission increase flag. Do not execute the setting process. Therefore, after the mission notification effect is started, only when it is determined that the reach determination random value MR6 extracted at the time of detecting the start winning is within the reach common range, the mission notification effect is presented as a mission. Achievement conditions can be increased. Thereby, the frequency at which the achievement condition presented in the mission notification effect increases can be reduced, the unexpectedness of the effect operation in which the presented achievement condition can be increased, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 1, for example, on the side of the main board 11, the CPU 103 performs the processing in steps S 351 to S 356 shown in FIG. 23 in the winning specific pattern determination processing in step S 221 shown in FIG. The special figure game is started based on whether or not the numerical data indicating the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type included in the hold data of the special figure game falls within the specific pattern common range. Judge before. Then, on the side of the production control board 12, the processing in steps S708 to S711 in FIG. 34 is performed depending on whether or not the production control CPU 120 has set the winning specific pattern flag in the on state in step S506 in FIG. Is executed to determine whether or not to start the mission notification effect. Then, after the mission notification effect is started, every time the decorative symbol variable display is started, the processing of steps S732 and S733 in FIG. 35 is executed, and then the processing of steps S796 and S797 in FIG. 39 is executed. Thus, the achievement condition presented as the mission in the mission notification effect is increased. By this, before the variable display with a specific fluctuation pattern with super reach is executed, the achievement condition for the special figure display result to be “big hit” is presented, and further the achievement condition to be presented is increased By doing so, the expectation that variable display by a specific variation pattern is executed can be enhanced, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  Also, the lost variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C and the lost variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D have different assignments of determination values to the variation pattern types CA1-3 and CA2-1. . Further, in the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C, the determination value is not assigned to the variation pattern type CA1-2 or the variation pattern type CA2-3, while the variation pattern type CA1-1 or the variation pattern is determined. A decision value is assigned to the type CA2-2. On the other hand, in the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D, no determination value is assigned to the variation pattern type CA1-1 or the variation pattern type CA2-2, while the variation pattern type CA1-2. Further, a determination value is assigned to the variation pattern type CA2-3. By setting the loss variation pattern type determination table (for normal use) 132C and the loss variation pattern type determination table (for shortening) 132D, the variation pattern types CA1- other than the variation pattern types CA2-4 including the variation pattern with super reach are included. The allocation of determined values to 1 to variation pattern types CA1-3 and variation pattern types CA2-1 to CA2-3 differs depending on the gaming state and the total number of reserved memories. This makes it possible to adjust the variable display time of the special symbols and decorative symbols by varying the rate of determination of the variation pattern according to the total number of reserved memory that is the number of reserved memory of the special figure game. The situation where the operating rate is reduced can be prevented as much as possible.

  Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 1, for example, on the side of the main board 11, the CPU 103 performs the process of steps S351 to S355 shown in FIG. 23 in the winning specific pattern determination process of step S221 shown in FIG. The processing in step S371 or the like is executed, and whether the numerical data indicating the reach determination random value MR6 included in the hold data of the special figure game falls within the reach common range is determined based on the hold data. Determine before the game starts. At this time, if it is within the reach common range, the process of step S372 shown in FIG. 44 is executed, and the numerical data indicating the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type included in the hold data of the special figure game is specified. Whether or not the pattern is within the pattern common range is determined prior to the start of the special figure game based on the hold data. Then, on the side of the production control board 12, the processing in steps S708 to S711 in FIG. 34 is performed depending on whether or not the production control CPU 120 has set the winning specific pattern flag in the on state in step S506 in FIG. Is executed to determine whether or not to start the mission notification effect. Then, after the mission notification effect is started, every time the decorative symbol variable display is started, the processing of steps S732 and S733 in FIG. 35 is executed, and then the processing of steps S796 and S797 in FIG. 39 is executed. Thus, the achievement condition presented as the mission in the mission notification effect is increased. By this, before the variable display with a specific fluctuation pattern with super reach is executed, the achievement condition for the special figure display result to be “big hit” is presented, and further the achievement condition to be presented is increased By doing so, the expectation that variable display by a specific variation pattern is executed can be enhanced, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  The effect control CPU 120 executes the processes of steps S791 to S798 shown in FIG. 39 as the mission effect execution process of step S531 shown in FIG. When it is started, the presentation of the achievement condition as a mission is started in the mission notification effect, or the achievement condition presented as the mission is increased. Accordingly, it is possible to increase the degree of attention to the performance operation in which the achievement condition presented as a mission increases every time variable display is started, and to improve the interest of the game.

  When it is determined in step S751 in FIG. 36 that the mission notification flag is on, or in step S752, the effect control CPU 120 determines that the mission notification start flag is on in step S760. If it is determined that the figure display result is not “big hit”, the final stop symbol constituting the reach combination is determined in step S762 regardless of the variation pattern. After that, by deriving and displaying the final stop symbol in step S551 in FIG. 40, the variable of the decorative symbol is made each time the decorative symbol variable display is started during the period from the start to the end of the mission notification effect. The display state becomes the reach state. Thereby, the player's expectation that the achievement condition presented as the mission is satisfied can be enhanced, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  The effect control CPU 120 determines in step S775 in FIG. 37 that the mission notification flag is on, and in step S776, determines that the variation count value is “0”. To decide whether or not to execute the change effect. If it is determined that the change effect is to be executed, a non-specific effect that does not match the achievement condition as shown in FIG. 41G, for example, using the temporary stop symbol before change effect determined in step S781. After the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed, the final stop symbol determined in step S761 in FIG. 36 is used, for example, as shown in FIGS. 41 (H2) and (I2), and a specific effect that matches the achievement condition is obtained. Stop displaying decorative designs. In this way, by executing the change effect that changes the non-specific effect to the specific effect, the achievement condition is satisfied until the final stop symbol (definite ornament symbol) that is the variable display result is derived and displayed in the variable display of the ornament symbol. It is possible to maintain the player's expectation for playing and improve the interest of the game. Moreover, the fun of the game can be improved by the unexpectedness of the change effect that is changed from the non-specific effect that does not match the achievement condition to the specific effect that matches the achievement condition.

  The present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiment, and various modifications and applications are possible. For example, in the above embodiment, when the mission notification effect is started after the change count value is set in step S507 of FIG. 31 or step S705 of FIG. 34, the change count value is changed in step S735 of FIG. It has been described that the mission notification effect is continuously executed until it is determined to be “0” or until it is determined in step S736 that the special figure display result is “big hit”. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the mission notification effect may be ended when a predetermined time has elapsed regardless of the number of times that the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is executed. In addition, when a predetermined effect control command is received, for example, when a customer waiting demonstration designation command is transmitted from the main board 11, the number of executions of variable display of special symbols and decorative symbols, and a mission notification effect are started. The mission notification effect may be terminated regardless of the elapsed time since then.

  In the above embodiment, even if it is determined in step S703 in FIG. 34 that the winning specific pattern flag is OFF, if it is determined in step S706 that the variation count value is “1” or more, It has been described that the process of steps S708 to S710 is executed to determine whether or not to execute the mission notification effect every time the decorative symbol variable display is started. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, when the special pattern flag at the time of winning is OFF, whether or not the mission notification effect is executed every time the decorative symbol variable display is executed a predetermined number of times (for example, “10”). It may be determined. Also, when it is determined that it is not within the range of the specific pattern common range at the time of detection of the start winning prize, a mission notification effect is provided corresponding to the variation pattern designated by the variation pattern designation command transmitted from the main board 11. It may be determined whether or not to execute. In this case, a variation pattern (mission start pattern) corresponding to the case where the mission notification effect is started is prepared in advance. For example, when the mission start pattern is determined in step S272 shown in FIG. The decision to start can be made.

  In the above embodiment, all the determined values are assigned only to the mission notification pattern MP1, corresponding to the case where the winning specific pattern flag is OFF in the mission notification pattern determination table 161, and is common to the specific pattern. In the case of being out of the range, it has been described that the same notification content is always increased by the same notification procedure by the constant mission notification pattern MP1. On the other hand, when it is outside the range of the specific pattern common range, the achievement condition presented after the mission notification effect is started may not be increased. For example, unlike the notification patterns in which the notification content corresponding to the mission notification count value is set as in the mission notification pattern MP1 to the mission notification pattern MP4, a mission notification pattern that always presents a single achievement condition is prepared in advance. . Then, when the mission notification pattern is determined in step S714 in FIG. 34, if the winning specific pattern flag is OFF, the mission notification pattern presenting a single achievement condition may be determined as the usage pattern.

  In the above embodiment, regardless of whether or not the mission notification effect is being executed, the process of step S505 shown in FIG. 31 is executed, and when it is determined that it is within the specific pattern common range, In S507, the variation count value is set. Therefore, even after the mission notification effect is started, if it is determined that the new pattern is within the specific pattern common range when a new start prize is detected, the total number of reserved memories after the start prize is set as the variation count value. Thus, the period until it is determined in step S735 in FIG. 35 that the variation count value is “0” is extended. On the other hand, after the mission notification effect is started, the setting of the variation count value may not be changed even if it is determined that it is within the specific pattern common range when a new start prize is detected. . In this case, for example, before executing the process of step S505 shown in FIG. 31, it is determined whether the mission notification flag or the mission notification start flag is on, and any of these flags is on. If there is, the command process at the start winning prize may be terminated without executing the processes of steps S505 to S507.

  In the above embodiment, at step S356 in FIG. 23, the numerical data indicating the random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type is specified with at least super reach regardless of the total reserved memory number that is the reserved memory number of the special figure game. It has been described that it is determined whether or not it is within the range of the specific pattern common range that will be the variation pattern of this, and the presence or absence of the mission notification effect, the mission notification pattern, and the like are determined at a determination ratio according to the determination result. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, whether the numerical data indicating the random number MR3 is within a common range for executing a predetermined effect operation such as a “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect regardless of the total number of reserved memories. It is possible to determine whether or not there is an effect operation, an effect mode, or the like at a different rate according to the determination result. Alternatively, it is determined whether or not the numerical data indicating the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is within a range in which the special figure display result is “big hit”, and the rendering operation is performed at a different ratio according to the determination result. The presence / absence and the production mode may be determined. In addition, it may be determined whether or not it is within a common range in which a specific effect or the like is executed, using numerical data indicating the random value MR4 for determining the variation pattern.

  In the above-described embodiment, the pachinko gaming machine 1 provided with the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B has been described. However, the pachinko gaming machine 1 provided with one special symbol display device is also described. The invention can be applied.

  In the above embodiment, the effect control CPU 120 mounted on the effect control board 12 performs the mission notification start setting process in step S511, the mission notification setting process in step S512, and the final stop symbol determination process in step S513 shown in FIG. The control contents of various effects are determined by executing the variable display effect setting process in step S514, the notice effect setting process in step S515, and the mission effect execution process in step S531 shown in FIG. As explained. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the control contents of various rendering operations are shared and determined by a plurality of CPUs mounted on a plurality of control boards provided to control the rendering operations. It may be.

  As an example, a display control board is provided between the effect control board 12 and the image display device 5. The display control board only needs to be equipped with a display control CPU, a ROM, a RAM, a random number circuit, and an I / O. In this case, since the display control CPU mounted on the display control board executes processing for determining the control content of the display operation in the image display device 5, it is mounted on the effect control board 12 in the above embodiment. The display control unit 123 may be mounted on the display control board. In the display control board, for example, the display control CPU executes a program read from the ROM, thereby executing a process for controlling the effect operation by displaying the effect image in the image display device 5. At this time, the display control CPU reads fixed data from the ROM, the display control CPU writes various variation data to the RAM and temporarily stores them, and the display control CPU stores the various data in the RAM. Fluctuating data reading operation for reading various temporarily stored data, receiving operation for receiving input of various signals from the outside of the display control board via the I / O display control CPU, I / O for the display controlling CPU A transmission operation for outputting various signals to the outside of the display control board via the display is also performed.

  In this case, the display control CPU performs steps S511 to S515 shown in FIG. 33 based on, for example, a display control command from the effect control board 12 or an effect control command transmitted from the main board 11 via the effect control board 12. Any one of the processes may be executed, or the mission effect execution process in step S531 shown in FIG. 38 may be executed. The display control CPU only needs to execute any part of the processing executed by the effect control CPU 120 in the above embodiment. Further, the sound control board 13 and the lamp control board 14 may be connected to the effect control board 12 by wiring for transmitting a control command from the effect control board 12. In this case, in the effect control board 12, for example, a process for comprehensively controlling the effect operation may be executed by the effect control CPU 120.

  Alternatively, the functions of the voice control board 13 and the lamp control board 14 are provided in the voice control circuit and the lamp control circuit mounted on the effect control board 12, and independent control to become the voice control board 13 and the lamp control board 14. The substrate may not be provided. In this case, a display control board as described above is provided between the effect control board 12 and the image display device 5, and the effect control pattern determined by the effect control CPU 120 in step S516 of FIG. The display control command may be transmitted from the effect control board 12 to the display control board. In the configuration shown in FIG. 2, any one of the processes executed by the production control CPU 120 in the above embodiment by the microcomputer mounted on the sound control board 13 or the microcomputer mounted on the lamp control board 14 is selected. May be executed. Thus, when a plurality of control boards are provided to control the rendering operation, the process for determining the control content of the display operation in the image display device 5 and the control of the audio output operation in the speakers 8L and 8R. The process for determining the control content of various effect operations, such as the process for determining the content and the process for determining the control content of the lighting operation in the light emitter such as the game effect lamp 9 is performed on any control board. The combination to be executed may be any combination.

  In the above embodiment, the small hit game state is controlled based on the fact that the variable display result is “small hit”, and the game state is not changed after the small hit game state ends. On the other hand, when the variable display result is “big hit”, it is controlled to the two round big hit state based on the fact that the big hit type becomes “surprise”, and after the two round big hit state is finished, it is controlled to the positive change state. Explained as being. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and instead of or in addition to the case where the big hit type is “accurate” or the variable display result is “small hit”, A case of “suddenly normal” may be provided. As an example, “suddenly short time” and “suddenly normal” are included in the jackpot type when the variable display result is “big jackpot”. In this case, the jackpot type determination table 131 sets the numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random value MR2 for determining the jackpot type in accordance with the fluctuation special figure designation buffer value, as a “suddenly short” or “sudden normal” jackpot. What is necessary is just to be comprised so that the table data allocated to a classification may be included. When the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “suddenly short”, the two round big hit state is controlled in the same way as the big hit type is “surprise”, and the two round big hit state ends. After that, unlike the case where the big hit type is “accuracy”, it is controlled to the short time state. On the other hand, when the variable display result is “big hit”, when the big hit type is “suddenly normal”, the two round big hit state is controlled in the same way as when the big hit type is “surprise”, and the two round big hit state ends. After that, unlike the case where the jackpot type is “surprise”, the normal state is controlled. Thereby, a player's expectation with respect to the gaming state controlled after the end of the two round big hit state can be enhanced, and the gaming interest can be improved.

  When such “sudden shortening” and “sudden normal” are provided, a variation pattern type and variation pattern different from those other than “sudden shortening” and “sudden normal” may be determined. As a result, although the big hit type is “suddenly short” or “suddenly normal”, the same effect operation as in the case of being controlled to the 15 round big hit state is performed despite being controlled to the 2 round big hit state. It can prevent the player from feeling distrust. In addition, when the big hit type is "Suddenly short" or "Suddenly normal", when the variable display result is "Small hit", or when the big hit type is "Sudden", the common variation pattern type It may be possible to make a decision. As a result, when determining the fluctuation pattern, the big hit type is “Suddenly short” or “Suddenly normal”, or the variable display result is “Small hit” or the big hit type is “Abrupt”. Regardless of whether this is the case, a common variation pattern determination table can be used, and the data capacity can be reduced.

  In addition, the device configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 1, the data configuration, the processing shown in the flowchart, the various display operations including the display operation of the display image in the display area of the image display device 5, etc. depart from the spirit of the present invention. Changes and modifications can be made arbitrarily without departing from the scope. In addition, the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to a payout type gaming machine that pays out a predetermined number of prize balls in response to detection of a winning ball, but responds to detection of a winning ball by enclosing the gaming ball. It can also be applied to enclosed game machines that give points.

  Furthermore, the program and data for realizing the present invention are not limited to a form distributed and provided by a detachable recording medium to the computer device or the like included in the pachinko gaming machine 1, but in advance a computer It is possible to adopt a form distributed by pre-installing in a storage device such as a device. Furthermore, the program and data for realizing the present invention are distributed by downloading from other devices on a network connected via a communication line or the like by providing a communication processing unit. It doesn't matter.

  The game execution mode is not only executed by attaching a detachable recording medium, but can also be executed by temporarily storing a program and data downloaded via a communication line or the like in an internal memory or the like. It is also possible to execute directly using hardware resources on the other device side on a network connected via a communication line or the like. Furthermore, the game can be executed by exchanging data with other computer devices or the like via a network.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 ... Pachinko machine 2 ... Game board 3 ... Gaming machine frame 4A, 4B ... Special symbol display device 5 ... Image display device 6A ... Ordinary winning ball device 6B ... Ordinary variable winning ball device 7 ... Special variable winning ball device 8L, 8R ... Speaker 9 ... Game effect lamp 11 ... Main board 12 ... Production control board 13 ... Audio control board 14 ... Lamp control board 15 ... Relay board 20 ... Normal symbol display 21 ... Gate switch 22A, 22B ... Start-up switch 23 ... Count switch 30 ... Operation button 31 ... Operation detection switch 100 ... Game control microcomputers 101, 121 ... ROM
102, 122 ... RAM
103 ... CPU
104, 124 ... random number circuit 105, 125 ... I / O
120 ... CPU for effect control
123 ... Display control unit

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Variable display that variably displays a plurality of types of identification information that can be distinguished from each other based on the establishment of a start condition that allows the start of variable display after the game medium passes through a predetermined start area, and displays the display result. A gaming machine comprising a device, and when a specific display result is derived and displayed on the variable display device, the gaming machine is shifted to a specific gaming state advantageous to the player,
When a game medium passes through the starting area, a random number for determining a specific gaming state for determining whether or not to shift to the specific gaming state, and for variable display determination for determining a variable display pattern of identification information Extraction means for extracting random numbers;
For the variable display in which the variable display start condition is not satisfied even though the game medium passes through the start area, the specific gaming state determination random number and the variable display determination random number extracted by the extraction means Holding storage means for storing as a holding storage up to a predetermined upper limit number;
Based on the establishment of the variable display start condition, using the specific gaming state determination random number, prior determination means for determining whether or not to shift to the specific gaming state before derivation display of the display result,
A determination result of the pre-determining unit, a holding storage number stored in the holding storage unit when the variable display start condition is satisfied, a value of the random number for determining the variable display extracted by the extracting unit, Variable display pattern determining means for determining a variable display pattern of the identification information based on determination values corresponding to a plurality of types of variable display patterns;
Variable display executing means for executing variable display of the identification information based on the determination result of the variable display pattern determining means;
When the game medium passes through the starting area before the determination by the variable display pattern determination unit, the game state is shifted to the specific game state based on the value of the specific game state determination random number extracted by the extraction unit. And the variable display pattern of the identification information is based on the variable display determination random number value extracted by the extraction means and the determination value corresponding to the plurality of types of variable display patterns. Start determination means for determining whether or not a specific variable display pattern of a plurality of types of variable display patterns is obtained;
When it is determined by the start determination means to shift to the specific gaming state or when it is determined that the specific variable display pattern is to be established, before the variable information start display condition for the determination target is satisfied Specific production execution means capable of executing the specific production,
Notice effect execution means for executing a notice effect for the display result of the variable display for which the variable display start condition is satisfied;
Based on the determination result of the pre-deciding means, the notice effect determining means for determining the notice effect executed by the notice effect executing means,
At least some of the determination values corresponding to the specific variable display pattern are set to the same determination value regardless of the number of reserved memories stored by the reserved storage means when the variable display start condition is satisfied. ,
The determination value corresponding to the non-specific variable display pattern different from the specific variable display pattern is set to a different determination value according to the number of reserved memories stored by the reserved storage means when the variable display start condition is satisfied. ,
The non-specific variable display pattern is a variable display pattern in which a reach state is not established, and variable display from the start of variable display of the identification information compared to the specific variable display pattern until the display result is derived and displayed. Includes a variable display pattern for shortening,
The variable display pattern determining means, when the reserved storage number stored in the reserved storage means when the variable display start condition is satisfied is greater than or equal to a predetermined number, the reserved storage number is less than the predetermined number In comparison with, the variable display pattern is determined using a determination value in which a large number of determination values corresponding to the variable display pattern for shortening are set,
The start determination unit determines whether or not the specific variable display pattern is obtained by determining whether or not the variable display determination random number extracted by the extraction unit matches the same determination value. Judgment,
The notice effect determining means determines whether to execute a notice effect by the notice effect executing means based on the specific effect executed by the specific effect executing means.
A gaming machine characterized by that.

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