JP2016032656A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To increase expectation to a game state which is advantageous to a player.SOLUTION: When it is determined that a read-ahead performance is being executed (step S502; Yes), processing of step S504 and step S509 is not executed but processing of step S510 is performed, and reservation display is updated so as to increase one normal reservation display. Therefore, after a display mode of the reservation display is changed to an advantageous reservation mode and possibility to be an advantageous display result is suggested, for example, until variable display corresponding to the reservation display of the advantageous reservation mode is started, the display mode of the reservation display corresponding to new holding storage information is changed to a disadvantageous reservation mode, thereby limiting that possibility to be disadvantageous display result is suggested.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 18

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine, and more particularly to a gaming machine that performs variable display and can be controlled to a specific state advantageous to the player.

  As a gaming machine, a game medium such as a game ball is launched into a game area by a launching device, and when a game medium wins a prize area such as a prize opening provided in the game area, a predetermined number of prize balls are paid out to the player. There is something to be done. Further, there is provided variable display means for displaying the identification information in a variable manner (variable display) when the game medium wins in the winning area (starting condition is established), and the variable display means displays the variable information display result. Some are configured to be “hit” when the specific display result (hit symbol) is reached, and to be controlled to a specific game state (hit game state) advantageous to the player.

  In such a gaming machine, there has been proposed one that suggests the possibility of a specific display result by changing the display mode of the hold display for specifying that the variable display is held to a special mode different from the normal mode. (For example, patent document 1). Further, based on variable display hold information, there has been proposed a system for notifying game contents such as whether an advantageous state (for example, a high probability state) or an advantageous state ends after the end of a specific gaming state (for example, a patent) Reference 2).

JP 2011-250965 A JP 2010-233901 A

  When the techniques described in Patent Document 1 and Patent Document 2 are combined to indicate whether the display state of the hold display is to be in an advantageous state or to end, a hold display that suggests the possibility of being in an advantageous state is performed. In some cases, an on-hold display that suggests that the advantageous state may end based on establishment of a new start condition may be performed. For this reason, the player is given an impression that the advantageous state will be completed in a short period of time, and the interest of the game may be reduced.

  The present invention has been made in view of the above circumstances, and an object thereof is to provide a gaming machine that enhances the expectation of an advantageous state and improves the interest of the game.

(1) In order to achieve the above object, the gaming machine according to the present invention performs variable display and can be controlled to a specific state (for example, a big hit gaming state) advantageous to the player (for example, pachinko gaming machine 1) And after the completion of the specific state, it is advantageous to the player unlike the specific state based on the establishment of a predetermined condition (for example, the big hit type is determined to be “13R probability change” or “16R probability change”). Control means (for example, the CPU 103 of the game control microcomputer 100 that executes the processes of steps S283 and S284) that can be controlled to a favorable state (for example, a probability variation state that becomes a highly accurate and high base state), and control to the specific state And determining whether to control to the specific state in the advantageous state, after the end of the specific state. An advantageous display result that is controlled again to the state (for example, a big hit symbol corresponding to a big hit type of “16R probability change”) and an unfavorable display result that is not controlled to the advantageous state after the specific state ends (for example, the big hit type is Corresponding to determining means (for example, the CPU 103 that executes the processing of steps S240 to S243) and variable display that has not yet been started, such as a jackpot symbol corresponding to “2R uncertain change” An on-hold display means (for example, a start winning storage display area 5H, etc.) for performing the on-hold display, and an on-hold display mode (for example, on-hold display) that suggests that the display state of the on-hold display is controlled to the advantageous state In comparison with the pattern HPA, the hold display corresponding to the hold display pattern HPB is performed), and the advantageous state is not controlled. And a disadvantageous hold mode (for example, when a hold display corresponding to the hold display pattern HPA is performed), and after the display mode of the hold display becomes the advantageous hold mode, it corresponds to the hold display Display change restriction means for restricting that the display mode of the hold display newly displayed on the hold display means becomes the disadvantage hold mode until the variable display to be performed is started (for example, determination of Yes by the process of step S502) In response, the CPU 120 for effect control for executing the processing of step S510) is further provided, and the specified effect is executed during variable display corresponding to the hold display in the disadvantage hold mode.
According to such a configuration, after the display mode of the hold display becomes the advantageous hold mode, there is a restriction that the display mode of the hold display newly displayed becomes the disadvantage hold mode. Thereby, the expectation with respect to an advantageous state can be raised and the interest of a game can be improved.

(2) In the gaming machine of the above (1), after the display mode of the hold display becomes the advantageous hold mode, the variable display corresponding to the hold display is started for a predetermined promotion period, The display mode of the hold display newly displayed on the hold display means is set to the advantageous hold mode at a higher rate than the period other than the predetermined promotion period (for example, when the hold display by the hold display pattern HPB is performed) Furthermore, the CPU 120 for effect control etc. which raises the ratio by which the hold display by the hold display pattern HPB is performed may be comprised.
In such a configuration, after the display mode of the hold display becomes the advantageous hold mode, the display mode of the newly displayed hold display is likely to become the advantageous hold mode, thereby increasing the expectation for the advantageous state and playing the game Can improve the interest of

(3) In the gaming machine of the above (1) or (2), the disadvantage hold mode includes a first disadvantage hold mode (for example, a disadvantage hold mode FH1) and the disadvantage display result more than the first disadvantage hold mode. And a second disadvantageous hold mode (for example, a disadvantageous hold mode FH2) that suggests that the display change restriction means starts variable display corresponding to the hold display in the advantageous hold mode. Until it is done, the display mode of the hold display newly displayed on the hold display means is limited to the first disadvantage hold mode (for example, when the hold display by the hold display pattern HPB is performed, It may be configured such that execution of hold display by the hold display pattern HPA is limited.
In such a configuration, there is a restriction on changing to the first disadvantage hold mode until variable display corresponding to the hold display of the advantageous hold mode is started. Therefore, by changing without limitation to the second disadvantage holding mode, it is possible to moderately increase the feeling of frustration with respect to the end of the advantageous state and improve the interest of the game.

(4) In any one of the above gaming machines (1) to (3), when the display mode of the hold display in which the determination result by the determining means is a predetermined result is the disadvantageous hold mode, the display is changed. Based on the establishment of the conditions (for example, “10 consecutive button hits” and “5 consecutive button hits” shown in FIG. 19B2), the determination result by the determination means becomes the unfavorable display result rather than the disadvantage hold mode. It may be configured to include a hold mode changing means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 that executes the process of step S525) that changes to a predetermined hold mode (for example, a normal hold display) that suggests that the possibility is low. .
In such a configuration, the disadvantageous display mode is changed to the predetermined hold mode based on the establishment of the display change condition. Thereby, it can be suggested that the possibility of an unfavorable display result is low, and the interest of the game can be prevented from decreasing.

(5) In the gaming machine of the above (4), the display mode of the hold display is not changed from the disadvantage hold mode to the predetermined hold mode, and the variable display corresponding to the hold display is started. Thus, a specific effect execution means for executing a specific effect that suggests whether or not the disadvantageous display result is obtained during execution of the variable display (for example, the effect control CPU 120 that executes the process of step S563 based on the process of step S545). Etc.) may be provided.
In such a configuration, the specific effect is executed based on the fact that the variable display is started without changing the hold display of the disadvantage hold mode. Thereby, the feeling of frustration with respect to the completion of an advantageous state can be improved and the interest of the game can be improved.

(6) In any one of the above gaming machines (1) to (5), after the display mode of the hold display becomes the disadvantage hold mode, the variable display corresponding to the hold display is started. The display mode of the hold display newly displayed on the hold display means in the predetermined limit period is set to the advantageous hold mode at a lower rate than the period other than the predetermined limit period (for example, hold by the hold display pattern HPA) (When the display is performed, the execution ratio of the hold display by the hold display pattern HPB is reduced).
In such a configuration, after the display mode of the hold display becomes the disadvantage hold mode, the display mode of the hold display that is newly displayed is less likely to change to the advantageous hold mode. The expectation can be raised 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 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 block diagram which shows the structural example of a special figure holding | maintenance memory | storage part. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a random value determination process at the time of winning. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a setting of the content of notification according to the determination result. It is a figure which shows a win designation | designated command, a pending | holding memory | storage number notification command, etc. FIG. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol normal process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of determinations, such as a special figure display result. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a fluctuation pattern setting process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a fluctuation pattern. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a big hit variation pattern determination table and a small hit variation pattern determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a loss fluctuation pattern determination table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a jackpot end process. It is a block diagram which shows the structural example of the command buffer at the time of a start winning prize. It is a flowchart which shows an example of production control process processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a prefetch effect determination process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of determination of the presence or absence of prefetch effect. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a prefetch effect control process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a variable display start waiting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the production process during variable display. It is a figure which shows the example of production production. It is a figure which shows the example of production production. It is a figure which shows the example of production production. It is a figure which shows the example of production production.

  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) and the like. 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 (variably displayed). For example, the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B each have a number indicating "0" to "9", a symbol indicating "-", or a lighting pattern of each segment not limited to a number or symbol. Various types of special symbols composed of etc. are variably displayed. Hereinafter, the special symbol variably displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A is also referred to as "first special symbol", and the special symbol variably displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B is also referred to as "second special symbol". .

  A plurality of types of special symbols that are variably displayed by the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B only need to have a symbol number for identifying each of them. As an example, “0” is added as a symbol number to a special symbol indicating a symbol “−”, and “1” to “9” may be added as symbol numbers for a plurality of types of lighting patterns. .

  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. On the screen of the image display device 5, in response to the variable display of the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A and the variable display of the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B in the special symbol game. For example, in a decorative symbol display area serving as a plurality of variable display units such as three, decorative symbols that are a plurality of types of identification information (decorative identification information) that can be identified 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 are arranged on the screen of the image display device 5. And in response to the start of one of the changes in the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol in the second special symbol display device 4B in the special symbol game, In each of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas, variation of decorative symbols (for example, scroll display in the vertical direction) is started. Thereafter, when the fixed special symbol is stopped and displayed as a variable display result in the special symbol game, the decorative symbol can be changed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas in the image display device 5. The confirmed decorative symbol (final stop symbol) that is the display result is stopped and displayed.

  In this way, on the screen of the image display device 5, a special game using the first special graphic in the first special symbol display device 4A or a special graphic using the second special graphic in the second special symbol display device 4B. In synchronism with the figure game, variable display of a plurality of types of decorative symbols that can be identified is performed, and a definite decorative symbol that is a variable display result is derived and displayed (or simply referred to as “derivation”). In addition, for example, deriving and displaying various display symbols such as a special symbol and a decorative symbol 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. . On the other hand, during the variable display from the start of the variable display of the decorative pattern until the fixed decorative pattern that is the variable display result is derived and displayed, the variation speed of the decorative pattern becomes “0”, The symbol may be displayed in a stationary state, for example, in a display state that causes slight shaking or expansion / contraction. Such a display state is also called a temporary stop display, and although the display result in the variable display is not displayed deterministically, the player can recognize that the variation of the decorative pattern due to the scroll display or the update display is not progressing. It becomes. The temporary stop display may include displaying the decorative symbols completely stopped for a time shorter than a predetermined time (for example, 1 second) without causing slight shaking or expansion / contraction.

  On the screen of the image display device 5, a start winning memory display area 5H is arranged. In the start winning memory display area 5H, a hold memory display for displaying the variable display hold number corresponding to the special figure game (special figure hold memory number) is specified. Here, the variable display suspension corresponding to the special game is that the game ball passes through 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. Generated based on the start winning by entering (entering). 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 that allows the start of 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.

  For example, a special game start condition (first start condition) using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A due to the occurrence of the first start prize that the game ball passes (enters) through the first start prize opening. ) Is satisfied, 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, the first special figure holding storage number is 1. Addition (increment) is made, and execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is suspended. In addition, when the second start winning that the game ball passes (enters) through the second start winning opening is generated, the start condition of the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B (second start condition) ) Is established, 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 established, the second special figure holding memory number is 1. Addition (increment) is made, and 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 special figure holding memory number is decremented by 1 (decrement), and the special figure game using the second special figure is executed. Is started, the second special figure reserved memory number is decremented by 1 (decremented).

  The variable display holding memory number obtained by adding the first special figure holding memory number and the second special figure holding memory number is also referred to as a total holding memory number. When simply referring to the “number of special figure hold memory”, it usually refers to a concept including any of the first special figure hold memory number, the second special figure hold memory number, and the total hold memory number. It may refer to a concept that includes the first special figure reserved memory number and the second special figure reserved memory number but excludes the total reserved memory number).

  A display for displaying the number of reserved special figure memories may be provided together with the start winning memory display area 5H or instead of the start winning memory display area 5H. 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 special figure hold memory number so that it can be specified. The second hold indicator 25B displays the second special figure hold memory number so that it can be specified. Each of the first hold indicator 25A and the second hold indicator 25B has a number (for example, 4) corresponding to an upper limit value (for example, “4”) in each of the first special figure hold memory number and the second special figure hold memory number, for example. LED).

  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 starting winning opening as a starting area (first starting area) that is always kept in a constant open state by a predetermined ball receiving member, for example. The normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B is an electric tulip-type accessory having a pair of movable wing pieces that are changed between a closed state in a vertical position and an open state in a tilt position by a solenoid 81 for a normal electric accessory shown in FIG. (Ordinary electric accessory) is provided and a second start winning opening is formed.

  As an example, in the normally 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 the game ball passes (enters) through the second start winning opening. Do not close. On the other hand, in the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B, when the solenoid 81 for the normal electric accessory is in the ON state, the movable wing piece is in the tilting position, so that the game ball passes (enters) the second starting winning hole. ) Make it open. The normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is normally opened when the solenoid 81 is in the off state, and the game ball can enter (pass) through the second start winning opening, while the expansion when the solenoid 81 is in the on state. You may comprise so that a game ball may enter (pass) more easily than an open state. As described above, the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B has the first variable state such as the open state or the expanded open state in which the game ball can pass (enter) through the second start winning port, and the game ball cannot pass (enter). It is configured to be able to change to a second variable state such as a closed state or a normally open state that is difficult to pass (enter).

  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 (prize game media), and the first reserved memory number is a predetermined upper limit value. If it is less than (for example, “4”), 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 if the second reserved memory number is equal to or less than a predetermined upper limit value, 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. The pachinko gaming machine 1 may be one that directly pays out game balls that are prize balls, or may be one that gives a score corresponding to the number of game balls that are prize balls.

  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 special winning opening door that is opened and closed by a solenoid 82 for the special winning opening door shown in FIG. 2, and the specific region that changes between an open state and a closed state by the special winning opening door. As a big prize opening.

  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 big winning prize opening, and the game ball passes (enters) the big winning prize opening. become unable. 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 winning opening door opens the big winning opening and the game ball passes through the big winning opening (entrance). ). In this way, the special winning opening as a specific area changes into an open state in which a game ball easily passes (enters) and is advantageous to the player, and a closed state in which the game ball cannot pass (enters) and is disadvantageous to the player To do. Instead of the closed state where the game ball cannot pass (enter) through the big prize opening, or in addition to the closed state, a partially opened state where the game ball hardly passes (enters) through the big prize port may be provided.

  The game ball that has passed (entered) through the big prize opening is detected by, for example, the count switch 23 shown in FIG. Based on the detection of game balls by the count switch 23, a predetermined number (for example, 14) of game balls are paid out as prize balls. In this way, when the game ball passes (enters) through the large winning opening opened in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, the gaming ball passes through other winning openings such as the first starting winning opening and the second starting winning opening, for example. More prize balls are paid out than when passing (entering). Therefore, if the special prize winning ball device 7 is in the open state, the game ball can enter the special prize winning opening, which is a first state advantageous to the player. On the other hand, when the special prize winning device 7 is closed in the special variable prize winning ball device 7, it becomes impossible or difficult for the player to get a prize ball by passing (entering) the gaming ball into the special prize winning port. This is a disadvantageous second state.

  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”). 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 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, a single or plural general winning openings that are always kept in a certain open state 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.

  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. Below the gaming machine frame 3, there is provided a lower plate that holds (stores) surplus balls overflowing from the upper plate so as to be discharged to the outside of the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  A stick controller 31A that can be held and tilted by a player is attached to a member that forms the lower plate, for example, at a predetermined position on the front side of the upper surface of the lower plate body (for example, the central portion of the lower plate). Yes. The stick controller 31A includes an operation stick that the player holds, and a trigger button is provided at a predetermined position of the operation stick (for example, a position where the index finger of the operator is hooked when the player holds the operation stick). Yes. The trigger button can be operated in a predetermined direction by performing a push-pull operation with a predetermined operation finger (for example, an index finger) in a state where the player holds the operation stick of the stick controller 31A with an operation hand (for example, the left hand). What is necessary is just to be comprised. A trigger sensor that detects a predetermined instruction operation such as a push / pull operation on the trigger button may be incorporated in the operation rod.

  A controller sensor unit 35A including a tilt direction sensor unit that detects a tilting operation with respect to the operating rod may be provided inside the lower pan body or the like below the stick controller 31A. For example, the tilt direction sensor unit includes two transmissive photosensors (parallel sensors) arranged in parallel to the board surface of the game board 2 on the left side of the center position of the operation pole when viewed from the player side facing the pachinko gaming machine 1. And a pair of transmissive photosensors (vertical sensor pairs) arranged perpendicularly to the surface of the game board 2 on the right side of the center position of the operation rod when viewed from the player side. What is necessary is just to be comprised including the photo sensor.

  The member that forms the upper plate includes, for example, a push button 31B that allows a player to perform a predetermined instruction operation by a pressing operation or the like at a predetermined position on the front side of the upper surface of the upper plate body (for example, above the stick controller 31A). Is provided. The push button 31B only needs to be configured to be able to detect a predetermined instruction operation such as a pressing operation from a player mechanically, electrically, or electromagnetically. A push sensor 35 </ b> B that detects the player's operation act on the push button 31 </ b> B may be provided inside the main body of the upper plate at the installation position of the push button 31 </ b> B.

  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, an interface board, and a touch sensor board are arranged on the back of the game board or 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 and controlling the variable symbol display of the normal symbol display 20 by controlling the lighting / extinguishing / coloring control of the normal symbol display 20. It also has a function to control.

  On the main board 11, for example, a game control microcomputer 100, a switch circuit 110, a solenoid circuit 111, and the like are mounted. The switch circuit 110 takes in detection signals from various switches for detecting game balls and transmits them to the game control microcomputer 100. The solenoid circuit 111 transmits the solenoid drive signal from the game control microcomputer 100 to the solenoid 81 for the ordinary electric accessory and the solenoid 82 for the big prize door.

  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 rendering operation by the electrical components for rendering such as the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED are mounted. That is, the effect control board 12 performs all or part of the display operation in the image display device 5, all or part of the sound output operation from the speakers 8L and 8R, and all or one of the on / off operations in the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED. A function of determining the control content for causing the electrical component for production to execute a predetermined production operation, such as a section.

  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 that is provided separately from the effect control board 12, and based on commands and control data from the effect control board 12, the game effect lamp 9, LED for decoration, etc. A lamp driver circuit that performs on / off driving is mounted.

  As shown in FIG. 2, detection signals from various switches such as a gate switch 21, a start port switch (first start port switch 22 </ b> A and second start port switch 22 </ b> B), and a count switch 23 are transmitted to the main board 11. Wiring is connected. In addition, various switches should just have arbitrary structures which can detect the game ball | bowl as game media like what is called a sensor, for example. Also, the main board 11 is connected to wiring for transmitting a command signal for performing display control, such as the first special symbol display device 4A, the second special symbol display device 4B, and the normal symbol display device 20.

  A control signal transmitted from the main board 11 toward the effect control board 12 is relayed by the relay board 15. 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. Each of these effect control commands has, for example, a 2-byte configuration, 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 set to “1” and the first bit of the EXT data may be set to “0” in advance.

  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 fixed data from the ROM 101, the CPU 103 writes various fluctuation data to the RAM 102 and temporarily stores the fluctuation data, and the CPU 103 temporarily stores the various fluctuation data. 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.

  Note that the one-chip microcomputer constituting the game control microcomputer 100 only needs to incorporate the RAM 102 in addition to the CPU 103, and the ROM 101, the random number circuit 104, the I / O 105, and the like may be externally attached.

  In the game control microcomputer 100, for example, the random number circuit 104 or the like counts the numerical data indicating various random values used for controlling the progress of the game in an updatable manner. The random number used for controlling the progress of the game is also called a game random number. The game random number may be updated by hardware such as the random number circuit 104 or may be updated by software when the CPU 103 of the game control microcomputer 100 executes a predetermined computer program. May be. For example, the random counter provided in a predetermined area (game control counter setting unit or the like) of the RAM 102 in the game control microcomputer 100 or a random counter provided in an internal register separate from the RAM 102 indicates a predetermined random number value. The random number value may be updated by storing numerical data and the CPU 103 updating the stored value regularly or irregularly.

  In addition to the game control program, the ROM 101 provided in the game control microcomputer 100 stores various selection data and table data used to control 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 includes 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 a variation pattern table storing a plurality of types of variation patterns. Table data to be stored is stored. In the RAM 102 provided in the game control microcomputer 100, various data used for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 are temporarily stored so as to be rewritable.

  The effect control board 12 includes an effect control CPU 120 that performs a control operation in accordance with a program, a ROM 121 that stores an effect control program, fixed data, and the like, a RAM 122 that provides a work area for the effect control CPU 120, and an image display device. 5, a display control unit 123 that executes processing for determining the control content of the display operation in FIG. 5, a random number circuit 124 that updates the numerical data indicating the random number value independently of the effect control CPU 120, and the I / O 125. And are installed.

  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. 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, on the effect control board 12, wiring for transmitting from the controller sensor unit 35A an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the player's operation action on the stick controller 31A has been detected, and a game for the push button 31B. Wiring for transmitting from the push sensor 35B an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the user's operation action has been detected is also connected.

  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 updatable. The random number used for controlling such a production operation is also called a production random number.

  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 includes a plurality of determination tables prepared for the effect control CPU 120 to perform various determinations, determinations, and settings, table data configuring the determination tables, pattern data configuring various effect control patterns, and the like. It is remembered. The effect control pattern is, for example, from process data including effect control execution data (display control data, sound control data, lamp control data, operation detection control data, etc.) associated with the effect control process timer determination value, an end code, and the like. It is configured. The RAM 122 mounted on the effect control board 12 stores various data used for controlling the effect operation.

  The display control unit 123 mounted on the effect control board 12 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 performs control for executing decorative display variable display and various effect displays by determining the switching timing of effect images to be displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5. As an example, the display control unit 123 may be equipped with a VDP (Video Display Processor), a CGROM (Character Generator ROM), a VRAM (Video RAM), an LCD drive circuit, and the like. The VDP may be a graphics processing unit (GPU), a graphics controller LSI (GCL), or a microprocessor for image processing, more commonly referred to as a digital signal processor (DSP). The CGROM may be, for example, a non-rewritable semiconductor memory, a rewritable semiconductor memory such as a flash memory, or a non-volatile recording medium such as a magnetic memory or an optical memory. Any configuration may be used.

  The I / O 125 mounted on the effect control board 12 includes, for example, an input port for capturing an effect control command transmitted from the main board 11 and the like, and an output port for transmitting various signals to the outside of the effect control board 12. It is comprised including. 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.

  In the pachinko gaming machine 1, a predetermined game using a game ball as a game medium is performed, and a predetermined game value can be given based on the game result. As an example of a game using a game ball, a predetermined hitting ball is emitted based on a predetermined operation (for example, a rotation operation) performed by a player on a hitting operation handle installed on the lower right side of the front surface of the housing of the pachinko gaming machine 1 A game ball as a game medium is launched toward a game area by a launch motor provided in the apparatus. When the game ball flowing down the game area passes (enters) the first start winning opening (first start area) formed in the normal winning ball apparatus 6A, the game ball is moved by the first start opening switch 22A shown in FIG. The first start condition is satisfied due to the detection. Thereafter, a special game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A is started based on the fact that the first start condition is satisfied, for example, due to the end of the previous special figure game or the big hit gaming state. Is done.

  Further, when the game ball passes (enters) the second start winning opening (second start area) formed in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B, the game ball is detected by the second start opening switch 22B shown in FIG. Therefore, the second start condition is established. Thereafter, a special game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B is started based on the fact that the second start condition is satisfied, for example, because the previous special figure game or the big hit gaming state has ended. Is done. However, when the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is in the normally open state or the closed state as the second variable state, it is difficult or impossible for the game ball to pass through the second start winning opening.

  Based on the fact that the game ball that has passed through the passage gate 41 is detected by the gate switch 21 shown in FIG. 2, the normal symbol starting condition for executing the variable symbol display on the normal symbol display 20 is established. Thereafter, the normal symbol game 20 is started by the normal symbol display 20 based on the fact that the normal symbol start condition for starting variable symbol normal display such as the end of the previous normal symbol game has been completed. In this ordinary game, when a predetermined time elapses after starting the change of the normal symbol, the fixed normal symbol that is the 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) 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 symbols per regular symbol is stopped and displayed as the fixed regular symbol, the variable symbol display result of the regular symbol becomes “ordinary symbol losing”. Corresponding to the fact that the variable symbol display result of the normal symbol is “per standard”, the opening control and the expansion opening control are performed in which the movable wing piece of the electric tulip constituting the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B is tilted. When a predetermined time elapses, closing control or normal opening control for returning to the vertical position is performed.

  When a special symbol game using the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A is started or when a special symbol game using the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B is started, a special game is started. Whether the variable display result of the symbol is a “big hit” as a predetermined specific display result or whether it is a “small hit” as a special display result different from the specific display result. It is determined (predetermined) before the display result is derived and displayed. Then, the variation pattern is determined at a predetermined ratio based on the determination of the variable display result, and the effect control command for designating the variable display result and the variation pattern is the game control microcomputer 100 of the main board 11 shown in FIG. To the effect control board 12.

  After the special figure game is started based on the determination of the variable display result and the variation pattern, for example, when a predetermined variable display time corresponding to the variation pattern elapses, a definite special symbol as a variable display result is derived. Is displayed. Corresponding to the variable display of special symbols by the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, decorations of “left”, “middle”, and “right” arranged on the screen of the image display device 5 In the symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, a variable display of a decorative symbol (effect symbol) different from the special symbol is performed. In 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, a fixed special that results in variable display of the special symbol When the symbol is derived and displayed, a fixed decorative symbol that is a variable display result of the decorative symbol is derived and displayed on the image display device 5.

  When a predetermined jackpot symbol is derived and displayed as the variable symbol display result of the special symbol, the variable symbol display result (special symbol display result) becomes “big jackpot” (specific display result), and the specific gaming state is advantageous for the player. It is controlled to the big hit gaming state. That is, whether or not the game state is controlled to the big hit gaming state corresponds to whether or not the variable display result is “big hit”, and is determined (predetermined) before the variable display result is derived and displayed. As a special symbol variable display result, when a small hit symbol different from the big hit symbol is derived and displayed, the variable display result (special symbol display result) becomes “small hit” (special display result), which is different from the specific gaming state. It is controlled to a small hit gaming state as a special gaming state. As the special symbol variable display result, neither the big hit symbol nor the small hit symbol is derived and displayed, and when the lost symbol is derived and displayed, the variable display result (special symbol display result) is “lost”.

  As an example, a special symbol with symbol numbers “1”, “3”, “5”, “7” is a big hit symbol, a special symbol with a symbol number “2” is a small bonus symbol, A special symbol indicating a symbol “-” with a symbol number “0” is defined as a lost symbol. Each symbol such as a big hit symbol, a small hit symbol, or a lost 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 hit symbol, or a lost symbol.

  In the big hit gaming state, the special winning opening is in an open state, and the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is in a first state advantageous to the player. Then, in the predetermined period (for example, 29.5 seconds or 0.1 second) or the period until a predetermined number (for example, 9) of game balls enter the grand prize opening and a winning ball is generated, A round game that is continuously released (also simply referred to as “round”) is executed. During periods other than the execution period of such round games, the big prize opening is closed, and it is difficult or impossible to generate a winning ball. When a game ball enters the big prize opening, the winning ball is detected by the count switch 23, and a predetermined number (for example, 15) of game balls are paid out as a prize ball for each detection. The round game in the big hit game state is repeatedly executed until a predetermined upper limit number of times (for example, “2”, “13”, “16”, etc.) is reached.

  When the special figure display result is “big hit”, the case where the big hit type is any one of “16R probability variation”, “13R probability variation”, “13R non-probability variation”, and “2R non-probability variation” is included. For example, as a result of variable display of a special symbol, when a big hit symbol with a symbol number of “7” is derived and displayed, the big hit type becomes “16R probability variation”, and the big hit symbol with a symbol number of “3” is displayed. When the derivation display is made, the jackpot type is “13R probability variation”, and when the big hit symbol with the symbol number “5” is derived and displayed, the jackpot type is “13R non-probability” and the symbol number “1” is attached. When the hit jackpot symbol is derived and displayed, the jackpot type is “2R uncertain change”. When the jackpot type is any one of “16R probability variation”, “13R probability variation”, and “13R non-probability variation”, the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is advantageous to the player as a round game in the jackpot gaming state. A normal opening round is executed in which the upper limit time (for example, 29.5 seconds) is set to a relatively long time (for example, 29.5 seconds). On the other hand, when the big hit type is “2R non-probable change”, as the round game in the big win game state, the upper limit time for the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 to be in the first state (open state with the big winning opening) is relatively A short-term open round is executed for a short time (for example, 0.1 seconds). The big hit game state in which the normal open round is executed is also referred to as a normal open big hit state or a first specific game state. The jackpot gaming state in which the short-term opening round is executed is also referred to as a short-term opening jackpot state or a second specific gaming state.

  Even if the jackpot type is any one of “16R probability variation”, “13R probability variation”, and “13R non-probability variation”, a part or all of the round game in the jackpot gaming state is set to be a short-term open round. May be. As a specific example, among the big hit types that become “16R probability change”, the big hit type of “16R probability change A” in which all 16 round games are set to the normally open round, and 11 round games are normal Big round type of “16R Probability B” (substantially 11R), in which 5 round games are set as short-term open rounds, and 6 round games are set as normal open rounds. “16R Probability C” (actual 10R), which is set as the short-term open round, “16R Probability C”, in which 5 round games are set as the normal open round and 11 round games are set as the short-term open round D ”(substantially 5R) may be included.

  When a short-term opening round is executed as a round game in the big hit gaming state, the upper limit time for changing the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 to the first state advantageous to the player (the big winning opening is opened by the big winning door) Is the second period (for example, 0.1 second) shorter than the first period in the normal open round. It should be noted that the same control as when the normal opening round is executed may be performed except that the opening period of the big prize opening is controlled to be the second period in the short-term opening round. In the jackpot game state corresponding to the case where the jackpot type is “2R non-probable change”, the number of round games executed is one of “16R probability change”, “13R probability change”, “13R non-probability change”. The second round number (for example, “2”) is smaller than the first round number (for example, “16” or “13”) which is the number of round games executed in the big hit gaming state corresponding to the case. In addition, in the big hit game state corresponding to the case where the big hit type becomes “2R non-probable change”, a normal open round is executed as a round game, and the number of executions is the second round number less than the first round number. It may be. That is, the big hit gaming state that becomes the second specific gaming state is the first state in which the game ball easily passes (enters) through the big winning opening in each round game, as compared to the big hit gaming state that becomes the first specific gaming state. The period to be changed becomes at least one of the second period shorter than the first period and the second round number of round games executed less than the first round number. That's fine.

  When a short-term opening round is executed, a predetermined number (for example, 14 balls) of balls (prize balls) can be obtained if a game ball wins a big winning opening. However, due to the opening period of the big winning opening being the second period (for example, 0.1 second), it becomes a big hit gaming state in which a ball (prize ball) cannot be obtained substantially. In this respect, the big hit gaming state (short-term open big hit state) based on the fact that the big hit type is “2R non-probable change” is any of the “16R positive change”, “13R positive change”, or “13R non-probable change”. The game state is more disadvantageous for the player than the big hit gaming state based on the fact (normally open big hit state). Thus, in the normal open big hit state, the control is performed to change the first state (open state) and the second state (closed state) in the first change mode in which the game ball easily passes through the big winning opening. On the other hand, when in the short-term open big hit state, control is performed to change between the first state (open state) and the second state (closed state) in a second change mode in which the game ball does not easily pass through the big prize opening.

  When a predetermined small hit symbol is derived and displayed as the variable symbol display result of the special symbol, the variable display result (special symbol display result) is “small hit” and is controlled to the small hit gaming state as the special gaming state. . In this small hit game state, similarly to the short-term open round, the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 performs a variable winning operation in which the large winning opening is set to the open state and changed to the first state advantageous to the player. 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 over the second period is repeatedly executed a predetermined number of times (for example, “2”). After the small hit gaming state ends, it is only necessary to maintain the gaming state before the variable display result is “small hit”. Accordingly, the small hit gaming state is more disadvantageous for the player than the big hit gaming state (normally open big hit state) based on the fact that the big hit type is any one of “16R probability change”, “13R probability change”, and “13R non-change probability”. It becomes a game state.

  After the big hit gaming state is completed, one or both of time reduction control (time reduction control) and probability variation control (probability change control) are performed. By performing the time reduction control, the variable symbol variable display time (special symbol variable display time) in the special symbol game is shortened compared to the normal state. The normal state is a normal game state that is different from a specific game state such as a big hit game state, and is an initial setting state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 (for example, an initialization process after power-on, such as when a system reset is performed) The same control as in the state in which is executed. In addition, by performing the probability variation control, the probability that the variable display result (special display result) becomes “big hit” in each special figure game is improved to be higher than that in the normal state.

  It should be noted that after the big hit gaming state is finished, it may be set so that neither the time reduction control nor the probability variation control may be performed. As a specific example, when the big hit type is “13R non-probability change” or “2R non-probability change” in the normal game state, after the big hit game state is finished, it is controlled again to the normal game state. None of the certainty control may be performed.

  When the time reduction control is performed, the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is in the first variable state (open state or expanded open state) in an advantageous change mode in which the game ball easily passes (enters) through the second start winning opening than in the normal state. And a second variable state (closed state or normally open state). For example, the normal symbol display unit 20 controls the normal symbol change time (normal diagram change time) in the normal symbol game to be shorter than that in the normal state, or the variable symbol display result of the normal symbol in each normal symbol game is “general”. Tilt control time for controlling the tilt of the movable blade piece in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B based on the fact that the probability of “per figure” is higher than that in the normal state, and the variable display result is “per figure”. By making the control longer than that in the normal state and increasing the number of tilts more than in the normal state, the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is changed to the first variable state and the second variable state in an advantageous change mode. Just do it. Note that any one of these controls may be performed, or a plurality of controls may be performed in combination. In this way, the control for changing the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B between the first variable state and the second variable state in an advantageous change mode is referred to as high opening control (also referred to as “high base control”). By performing the time-shortening control with such a high opening control, the time required until the next variable display result becomes “big hit” is shortened, and a special gaming state (advantageous gaming state) that is more advantageous to the player than the normal state It becomes.

  In this embodiment, a gaming state in which neither the time reduction control nor the high opening control is performed is referred to as a low base state. A gaming state in which both the short time control and the high opening control are performed is referred to as a high base state. A gaming state in which probability variation control is not performed is called a low probability state (also referred to as a low probability state or a normal probability state), and a gaming state in which probability variation control is performed is a high probability state (also referred to as a high probability state or a probability variation state). ). A gaming state (normal state) in which none of the probability variation control, the time reduction control, and the high release control is performed is also referred to as a low probability low base state. A gaming state in which high opening control or time-shortening control is performed and probability variation control is not performed is referred to as a low probability high base state. In addition, a gaming state in which only the probability variation control is performed and the time reduction control or the high opening control is not performed is referred to as a high probability low base state. A gaming state in which the time-shortening control or the high opening control is performed together with the probability variation control is referred to as a high probability high base state. When at least one of short-time control, high-open control, or probability change control is performed in a game state other than the normal state, the special-figure game can be executed frequently, and the variable display result in each special-figure game is “big hit” Is increased, the player is in an advantageous state. A gaming state advantageous to a player different from the big hit gaming state is also referred to as a special gaming state or an advantageous gaming state. In this embodiment, the time reduction control and the high opening control are advantageous game controls that make the player more advantageous than the normal game controls.

  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 in the first special symbol display device 4A and In response to the start of any one of the special symbol games using the second special symbol in 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 decorative display variable display mode may be a predetermined reach mode.

  Here, the reach mode refers to a decorative design that has not yet been stopped when the decorative design that is stopped and displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 constitutes a part of the jackpot combination ("reach variation design"). Is also a display mode in which the variation continues, or a display mode 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”) that has not yet been stopped 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 fluctuating, or the decorative symbol is a big hit in all or part of the “left”, “middle”, “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, 5R This is a display mode in which all or a part of the combination is changed and changed in synchronization.

  Corresponding to the reach mode, 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 screen of the image display device 5. Or changing the display mode of the background image, playing and displaying a moving image different from the decorative design, or changing the variation mode of the decorative design, performing different rendering operations from before reaching the reach mode 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). The reach effect includes 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. 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 (effect modes) may be prepared in advance. Then, the possibility of being a “hit” (also referred to as “reliability” or “hit reliability”) varies depending on the production mode in each reach production. 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. In this embodiment, as an example, reach effects such as normal, super A, and super B are preset. And, when the reach production of super reach such as Super A and Super B is executed, the variable display result may be “big hit” compared to the case where the normal reach production is executed (expected expectation of big hit) Becomes higher. In addition, among the reach effects of the super reach, when the specific reach effect such as the super B is executed, the big hit expectation is higher than when the reach effect of the super A is executed.

  In this embodiment, when the reach effect of super reach such as Super A or Super B is executed, first, the normal reach effect is executed based on the fact that the variable display state of the decorative symbols has reached the reach state. . Thereafter, the first stage reach effect is executed in Super A and Super B. For example, when the reach effect of Super A is executed, the reach effect of Super A1 is executed as the first stage reach effect in Super A. On the other hand, when the reach effect of Super B is executed, the reach effect of Super B1 is executed as the first stage reach effect in Super B. After that, when the second stage reach effect at Super A or Super B is not executed, the variable display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is derived and displayed in a definite manner. On the other hand, in the case where the second stage reach effect is executed in Super A or Super B, the second stage reach effect is executed in a recognizable manner following the first stage reach effect. A notification effect may be executed. Then, after the reach effect of the second stage is executed, a confirmed decorative symbol is derived and displayed. For example, in the super A reach effect, the super A2 reach effect may be executed as the second stage reach effect in the super A following the super A1 reach effect or the development notification effect. On the other hand, in the reach effect of Super B, the reach effect of Super B2 may be executed as the reach effect of the second stage in Super B following the reach effect of Super B1 or the development notification effect.

  Execution of the development notification effect and the second stage reach effect following the first stage reach effect in Super A and Super B is also referred to as “the reach effect develops”. In addition, the reach effect of Super A or Super B is executed following the normal reach effect, and the reach effect may develop. As an example of the development notification effect, a predetermined effect operation may be executed such that a predetermined effect movable member performs an advancing operation or a rotation operation, and a sound effect is output or a light emitter is turned on. As another example of the development notification effect, a predetermined effect operation may be executed such that an effect image group showing the same or similar character passes through the display area in the image display device 5 so as to pass (group image display). . In addition, when the reach production develops, a case where the development notification production is not executed may be provided.

  During the variable display of decorative designs, different from the reach production, for example, the display of a predetermined production image, or the presentation operation different from the variable display operation of the decorative design, such as image display or voice output as a message , There is a possibility that the variable display state of decorative symbols may reach a reach state, there is a possibility that a reach effect will be executed by super reach, and that the variable display result may be a "big hit", etc. May be executed in advance to notify the player in advance.

  The effect operation as the notice effect is the variable display mode of the decorative symbols after the decorative symbol variable display is started in all of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. It is only necessary to be executed (started) prior to the reach mode (before the decorative symbols are temporarily stopped and displayed in the “left” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R). In addition, the notice effect that notifies that there is a possibility that the variable display result may be a “hit” may include one that is executed after the decorative symbol variable display mode becomes the reach mode. In this way, the notice effect can be a big hit gaming state at a predetermined timing from the start of variable display of special symbols and decorative symbols until the fixed special symbols and fixed decorative symbols that result in variable display are derived. Anything that can give notice of sex is acceptable. A plurality of notice patterns are prepared in advance corresponding to the contents of the effect operation (effect mode) when such a notice effect is executed.

  The notice effect includes a pre-read notice effect (also referred to as a pre-read effect). The pre-reading notice effect indicates that the variable display result is “big hit” according to the production mode before the variable display that is subject to notice (the notice target) is the possibility that the variable display result will be “big hit”. It is a notice effect that warns of the possibility of becoming. In particular, a pre-reading notice effect that continuously gives notice over a variable display of decorative symbols that is executed a plurality of times in response to a plurality of special drawing games is also referred to as a continuous notice effect. In the pre-reading notice effect, before the variable display subject to the notice is started, there is an effect action for notifying the possibility that the variable display result will be a “hit” based on the hold memory information of the special figure game. Be started. In contrast to the pre-reading notice effect, the notice effect that is executed after the variable display to be noticed is started is referred to as a single notice effect (also called a single notice, or a notice effect during variable display). The

  In this embodiment, as an example of the pre-reading notice effect, by changing the display part of the start winning memory display area 5H that displays the number of special figure hold memory so as to be identifiable to a display mode different from the normal display mode. Then, a pre-reading notice effect of “hold display” for notifying the possibility of “big hit” in the variable display to be noticed is executed. More specifically, by setting the display color in the display part for displaying the special figure reserved storage number so as to be specified, a specific color (for example, gold or rainbow) different from a predetermined color (for example, blue) in the normal state. It is only necessary to be able to notify that the possibility that the variable display result is “big hit” is higher than usual. In addition, by making the display pattern in the display part a specific pattern (for example, cherry blossom pattern) different from the normal time, it is possible to notify that the possibility that the variable display result is “big hit” is higher than normal. Good.

  Furthermore, in this embodiment, for example, when in the high-accuracy high-base state, by displaying a character different from the normal time on the display part of the start winning memory display area 5H as a pre-reading notice effect of “hold display”, The jackpot type is “2R non-probable change”, which suggests the possibility that the probability change control will end. That is, in the pre-reading notice effect of “hold display”, the display part of the start winning memory display area 5H is disadvantageous to suggest that the variable display result may be a disadvantageous display result for the player corresponding to the end of the probability variation control. It may be changed to a hold mode. Whether the variable display result is likely to be a disadvantageous display result or not depending on the display mode when changing the display part, such as the type of character displayed in the pre-reading notice effect of “hold display”, for example. You may suggest. In addition to changing to an unfavorable hold mode that suggests the possibility of an unfavorable display result, the variable display result changes to an advantageous hold mode that suggests the possibility of an advantageous display result advantageous to the player. It may be provided.

  When the display part of the start winning memory display area 5H is changed to the disadvantaged hold mode due to the pre-reading notice effect of “hold display”, for example, by a player during a predetermined period such as a period until variable display to be notified is started. This is an operation valid period for effectively detecting the operation of the push button 31B and the like. Then, when a predetermined display change condition is established based on an operation detected within the operation valid period, the hold display that is in the disadvantage hold mode is changed to a display mode that suggests that there is a low possibility of being a disadvantage display result. change. In this embodiment, it is suggested that the possibility of an unfavorable display result is low by returning the on-hold display in the unfavorable hold mode to the normal display mode. In addition, it is not limited to what is changed so that it may return to the display mode at the time of normal based on establishment of display change conditions, You may change into an advantageous hold mode. The display change condition may be determined in advance so as to be satisfied with different operation contents (for example, the number of times the push button 31B is repeatedly hit) according to a plurality of types of disadvantage hold modes. When the display change condition is satisfied, the operation valid period may be ended even before the variable display to be notified is started.

  When the special figure display result, which is the variable display result of the special symbol in the special figure game, is “big hit”, a definite decorative symbol that is a predetermined big hit combination is derived and displayed on the screen of the image display device 5. As an example, when the jackpot type is any one of “13R uncertain variation”, “13R certain variation”, and “16R certain variation”, the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R for “left”, “middle”, and “right” are displayed. It is only necessary that the same decorative design is stopped and displayed on the predetermined active line at, so that a definite decorative design that is a jackpot combination is derived and displayed. On the other hand, when the big hit type is “2R non-probable change”, a predetermined short-term opening chance on a predetermined effective line in the decorative pattern display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of “left”, “middle”, and “right” When the decorative symbols constituting the are stopped and displayed, the fixed decorative symbols included in the jackpot combination may be derived and displayed. In addition, when the big hit type is “2R non-probable change”, after the variable display mode of the decorative symbol becomes the reach mode, a definite decorative symbol that becomes a predetermined reach combination (also referred to as “reach lose combination”) is derived and displayed. Sometimes. When the special figure display result is “small hit”, the decorative symbols constituting the short-term opening chance eyes are stopped and displayed as in the case where the special figure display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “2R uncertain change”. Thus, there may be a case in which a fixed decorative symbol that is a special display result is derived and displayed, or a fixed decorative symbol that is a predetermined reach combination may be derived and displayed.

  When the special figure display result is “losing”, the variable display mode of the decorative pattern is not the reach mode, and the decorative pattern constituting the predetermined non-reach combination is stopped and displayed. There are cases in which a definite decorative symbol is derived and displayed. In addition, when the special figure display result is “losing”, the decorative symbols constituting a predetermined reach combination (also referred to as “reach-losing combination”) are stopped and displayed after the decorative display variable display mode becomes the reach mode. As a result, a definite decorative symbol that is a non-specific display result may be derived and displayed.

  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 executing such a game control main process receives an interrupt request signal from the CTC and receives an interrupt request, the CPU 103 sets the interrupt disabled state and executes a predetermined game control timer interrupt process. The game control timer interrupt processing includes, for example, switch processing, main-side error processing, information output processing, gaming random number update processing, special symbol process processing, normal symbol process processing, command control processing, and the like in the pachinko gaming machine 1 Processing for controlling the progress of the process is included.

  The switch processing is processing for determining the state of detection signals input from various switches such as 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 via the switch circuit 110. The main-side error process is a process for making an abnormality diagnosis of the pachinko gaming machine 1 and generating a warning if necessary according to the diagnosis result. The information output process is a process for outputting data such as jackpot information, start-up information, probability variation information supplied to a hall management computer installed outside the pachinko gaming machine 1, for example. The game random number update process is a process for updating at least a part of a plurality of types of game random numbers used on the main board 11 side by software.

  As an example, the game random numbers used on the main board 11 side include a random number value MR1 for determining a special figure display result, a random value MR2 for determining a jackpot type, a random value MR3 for determining a variation pattern, The random number value MR5 for determining the figure display result may be included. The random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is determined whether the variable display result of the special symbol or the like in the special figure game is controlled as the big hit game state by setting the variable display result as the big hit, and the variable display result is set as the “small hit”. It is a random value used for determining whether to control to the small hit gaming state. The random number MR2 for determining the big hit type is determined to be one of a plurality of types such as “non-probable change”, “probable change”, or “surprise change” when the variable display result is “big hit”. It is a random value used for The random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern is a random value used to determine the variation pattern in the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol as one of a plurality of patterns prepared in advance. The random value MR5 for determining the usual figure display result indicates that the second start winning opening formed in the ordinary variable winning ball device 6B is in a closed state (normally open) with the variable symbol display result of the ordinary symbol in the ordinary figure game as “per figure”. It is a random number value used for determining whether or not to control to an open state (expanded open state) where game balls are likely to pass (enter) more frequently than (state).

  In the special symbol process included in the game control timer interrupt processing, the value of the special symbol process flag provided in the RAM 102 is updated according to the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 and displayed on the special symbol display device 4 Various processes are selected and executed in order to perform control of operations and opening / closing operation setting of the special winning opening in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 in a predetermined procedure. The normal symbol process process controls the display operation (for example, turning on / off the segment LED) on the normal symbol display 20 to variably display the normal symbol, set the tilting operation of the movable blade piece in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B, and the like. It is a process that enables. In the normal symbol process, as the high opening control accompanying the short-time control, the normal symbol display unit 20 uses a normal symbol change time (normal symbol variation time) in the normal symbol game to be shorter than that in the normal state. Control to improve the probability that the variable display result of the normal symbol in the normal game is “per normal” than in the normal state, the normal variable winning ball device based on the fact that the variable display result is “per normal” Part or all of the control for making the tilt control time for performing the tilt control of the movable blade piece in 6B longer than that in the normal state and the control for increasing the number of tilts than in the normal state are performed.

  The command control process is a process of transmitting a control command from the main board 11 to a sub-side control board such as the effect control board 12. As an example, in the command control process, the output control board 12 among the output ports included in the I / O 105 corresponds to the setting in the command transmission table specified by the value of the transmission command buffer provided in the RAM 102. After setting the control data in the output port for transmitting the effect control command, 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 and then turned off. Thus, it is possible to transmit the effect control command 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. 3 is a flowchart showing an example of the special symbol process. In this special symbol process, the CPU 103 first executes a start winning determination process (step S101). FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing an example of the start winning determination process executed in step S101.

  When the start winning determination process is started, the CPU 103 first determines the first start opening based on the detection signal from the first start opening switch 22A provided corresponding to the first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A. It is determined whether or not the switch 22A is on (step S201). At this time, if the first start port switch 22A is on (step S201; Yes), the first special figure holding memory number that is the holding memory number of the special figure game using the first special figure is a predetermined upper limit value. It is determined whether or not (for example, “4”) (step S202). At this time, the CPU 103 reads the first reserved memory number count value, which is the stored value of the first reserved memory number counter provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 (such as a game control counter setting unit), thereby It is sufficient if the number of memories can be specified. When the number of first special figure reserved storage is not the upper limit value in step S202 (step S202; No), the start port that is the stored value of the start port buffer provided in a predetermined area (such as a game control buffer setting unit) of the RAM 102 The buffer value is set to “1” (step S203).

  When the first start-up switch 22A is OFF in step S201 (step S201; No), or when the first special figure reservation storage number reaches the upper limit value in step S202 (step S202; Yes), it is normal. It is determined whether or not the second start port switch 22B is on based on a detection signal from the second start port switch 22B provided corresponding to the second start winning port formed by the variable winning ball apparatus 6B ( Step S204). At this time, if the second start port switch 22B is ON (step S204; Yes), the second special figure holding memory number that is the holding memory number of the special figure game using the second special figure is a predetermined upper limit value. It is determined whether or not (for example, “4”) (step S205). At this time, the CPU 103 reads the second reserved memory number count value, which is the stored value of the second reserved memory number counter provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 (such as a game control counter setting unit), thereby It is sufficient if the number of memories can be specified. When the second special figure reservation storage number is not the upper limit value in step S205 (step S205; No), the start port buffer value is set to “2” (step S206).

  After executing one of the processes in steps S203 and S206, the pending storage number count value corresponding to the start port buffer value is updated to be incremented by 1 (step S207). For example, when the starting port buffer value is “1”, the first reserved memory number count value is incremented by 1, while when the starting port buffer value is “2”, the second reserved memory number count value is incremented by one. Thus, the first reserved memory number count value is 1 when the game ball passes (enters) the first start winning opening and the first start condition corresponding to the special figure game using the first special figure is satisfied. Updated to increase (increment). Further, the second reserved memory number count value is 1 when the game ball passes (enters) the second start winning opening and the second start condition corresponding to the special figure game using the second special figure is satisfied. Updated to increase (increment). At this time, the total pending storage number count value, which is the stored value of the total pending storage number counter provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 (such as a game control counter setting unit), is updated to add 1 (step S208).

  After executing the process of step S208, the CPU 103 extracts a predetermined game random number corresponding to the occurrence of the start winning (step S209). As an example, in the process of step S209, the random number circuit 104 or random data provided by a random counter or the like provided in a predetermined area (such as a game control counter setting unit) of the RAM 102 is used for determining the special figure display result. Numerical data indicating the numerical value MR1, the random value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, and the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern are extracted. The numerical data indicating each random value extracted in this way is stored as reserved data by being set at the head of the empty entry in the special figure storage unit corresponding to the start port buffer value (step S210). For example, when the start port buffer value is “1”, the hold data is set in the first special figure hold storage unit 151A as shown in FIG. On the other hand, when the start port buffer value is “2”, the hold data is set in the second special figure hold storage unit 151B as shown in FIG.

  Although the first special figure storage unit 151A shown in FIG. 5A has passed the first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A and has entered the first start winning hole, the first start winning has occurred. On-hold data of a special figure game that has not been started (a special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A) is stored. As an example, the first special figure holding storage unit 151A associates a holding number with a winning order (game ball detection order) to the first start winning opening, and sets the first start condition based on the passage (entrance) of the game ball. Based on the establishment, the CPU 103 extracts the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random value MR2 for determining the big hit type, the numerical data indicating the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern, etc. as the reserved data. This is stored until the stored number reaches a predetermined upper limit value (for example, “4”). The hold data stored in the first special figure holding storage unit 151A in this way indicates that the execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is being held, and the variable display result (special figure display) in this special figure game. Based on the result), it is determined whether or not it is decided to control to the big hit gaming state, and the stored storage information that makes it possible to determine whether the big hit type is a plurality of types when the variable display result is “big hit” .

  Although the second special figure storage unit 151B shown in FIG. 5B has passed the second start winning opening formed by the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B, the second start winning has occurred. The hold data of the special figure game that has not yet been started (the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B) is stored. As an example, the second special figure holding storage unit 151B associates with the hold number in the winning order (game ball detection order) to the second start winning opening, and sets the second start condition by the passage (entrance) of the game ball. Based on the establishment, the CPU 103 extracts the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random value MR2 for determining the big hit type, the numerical data indicating the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern, etc. as the reserved data. , Until the number reaches a predetermined upper limit (for example, “4”). The hold data stored in the second special figure storage unit 151B in this way indicates that the execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is being held, and the variable display result (special figure display) in this special figure game. Based on the result), it is determined whether or not it is decided to control to the big hit gaming state, and whether or not the decorative display variable display mode becomes a specific mode (for example, the reach effect of super reach, etc.) It becomes.

  Following the process of step S210, a winning random number determination process is executed (step S211). Thereafter, it is determined whether the start port buffer value is “1” or “2” (step S212). At this time, if the start port buffer value is “2” (step S212; “2”), the start port buffer is cleared and the stored value is initialized to “0” (step S213), and then the start winning prize is obtained. The determination process ends. On the other hand, when the start port buffer value is “1” (step S212; “1”), the start port buffer is cleared and its stored value is initialized to “0” (step S214). The process proceeds to step S204. 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. 6 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a process executed in step S211 of FIG. 5 as the winning random number determination process. In this embodiment, when variable display of special symbols and decorative symbols is started, the special symbol display result is set to “big hit” in the special symbol normal processing (step S110 in FIG. 3, FIG. 9) to be described later. The determination of whether or not to control, or the determination of the type of jackpot when the special figure display result is “big hit” is performed. On the other hand, separately from these determinations, the CPU 103 performs the winning random number value determination processing in step S211 at the start winning timing when the game ball is detected at the start winning opening (the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening). By executing this, a determination is made as to whether or not the jackpot symbol is a random value MR1 that is determined to derive a jackpot symbol as a special figure display result, a determination as to whether or not the jackpot type is a predetermined type, and the like. As a result, the special symbol display result becomes “big hit” or the big hit type is changed before the variable symbol special symbol display based on the detection of the game ball that has passed (entered) the start winning opening is started. Based on the prediction result, it is possible to determine whether or not to execute a notice effect as a pre-read effect by the effect control CPU 120 or the like on the side of the effect control board 12 based on the prediction result.

  In the winning random number determination process shown in FIG. 6, the CPU 103 first confirms the state of a time-short flag or a probability change flag provided in a predetermined area (such as a game control flag setting unit) of the RAM 102, for example. The current gaming state in the machine 1 is specified (step S401). More specifically, when the probability change flag is ON, the gaming state is a probability change state, when the probability change flag is OFF and the time reduction flag is ON, the game state is a time reduction state, and both the probability change flag and the time reduction flag are both What is necessary is just to specify that it is a normal state when it is OFF, respectively. Further, by checking the value of a special figure process flag provided in a predetermined area (such as a game control flag control unit) of the RAM 102, it is determined whether or not the current gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a big hit gaming state. It only needs to be identified.

  The CPU 103 determines whether or not the gaming state identified in this way is a big hit in which the big hit gaming state is set (step S402). At this time, if it is determined that the big hit is not being made, it is further determined whether or not the high base in which the high opening control associated with the time reduction control is being performed in the probability variation state or the time reduction state (step S403). When it is determined in step S402 that it is a big hit (step S402; Yes), or when it is determined in step S403 that it is in a high base (step S403; Yes), the start port buffer value is “2”. It is determined whether or not (step S404).

  When it is determined in step S403 that the time-saving control is not being performed (step S403; No), or when it is determined in step S404 that the starting port buffer value is “2” (step S404; Yes), the big hit determination is made. A range is set (step S405). For example, from the table data constituting the special figure display result determination table prepared by storing in the predetermined area of the ROM 101 in advance, data (special figure) used for determining the special figure display result corresponding to the current gaming state Select display result determination table data). In this special figure display result determination table data, the range of the decision value assigned to the special figure display result “big hit” may be set as the big hit determination range.

  After that, the numerical data indicating the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result extracted by the process of step S209 shown in FIG. 4 is compared with the jackpot determination range set by the process of step S405 (step S406). Thereby, it is determined whether or not the random value MR1 is within the jackpot determination range (step S407). As an example, the CPU 103 compares the individual determination values included in the jackpot determination range with the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result extracted by the process of step S209 shown in FIG. The presence or absence of a decision value that matches the numerical value MR1 may be determined. Alternatively, numerical values indicating the minimum value (lower limit value) and the maximum value (upper limit value) of the determined values included in the jackpot determination range are set, and the CPU 103 determines the random number MR1 and the minimum value or maximum value of the jackpot determination range. By comparing, it may be determined whether or not the random number value MR1 is within the range of the jackpot determination range.

  When it is determined in the process of step S407 that it is within the jackpot determination range (step S407; Yes), the jackpot type when the variable display result is determined to be “jackpot” based on the random value MR1 is “16R probability change”. , “13R probability change”, “13R non-change probability”, or “2R non-change probability” is specified (step S408). For example, in the process of step S408, the data used to determine the jackpot type corresponding to the start port buffer value (big hit) from the table data constituting the jackpot type determination table prepared by storing in the predetermined area of the ROM 101 in advance. Select table data for type determination). By comparing the data thus selected with the random number MR2 for determining the big hit type extracted by the processing of step S209 shown in FIG. 4 (single comparison or comparison with the minimum value or the maximum value), the random value It is specified which jackpot type is determined based on MR2. At this time, it is determined whether or not the jackpot type identified by the process of step S408 is “2R uncertain change” (step S409).

  In this embodiment, the game ball that has passed (entered) the first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A is detected by the first start opening switch 22A, and the start winning (first start winning) has occurred. In order to execute the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A by transmitting the first start opening prize designation command from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 based on That the first starting condition is established. Further, based on the fact that the game ball that has passed (entered) the second start winning opening formed by the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B is detected by the second start opening switch 22B and the start winning (second start winning) has occurred. By sending a second start opening prize designation command from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12, the second special game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B is executed. Notify that the start condition has been met.

  The first start opening winning designation command is a game random number (a random number value MR1 for determining a special figure display result) extracted at the time of the first start winning being a detection of a game ball that has passed (entered) the first start winning opening. A comparison result (a determination result at the time of winning) using a jackpot type determination random number value MR2 or the like is also notified to the effect control board 12 side. In addition, the second start opening winning designation command is a comparison result (a determination result at the time of winning) using a game random number extracted at the time of the second start winning that is the time of detecting the game ball that has passed (entered) the second start winning opening. ) Is also notified to the effect control board 12 side.

  The notification contents by the first start opening prize designation command and the second start opening prize designation command are set according to the determination results obtained in the processes of steps S404, S407, and S409 (step S410). FIG. 7 shows a setting example of the notification content by the process of step S410. For example, when it is determined in the process of step S404 that the start port buffer value is “1” instead of “2” (step S404; No), the notification content is set to “determination at winning determination being limited”. When it is determined in step S407 that it is not within the jackpot determination range (step S407; No), the notification content is set to “no jackpot determination”. If it is determined in step S409 that the big hit type is “2R non-probable change”, the notification content is set to “big hit determination is present (2R non-probable change)”. On the other hand, when it is determined in step S409 that the jackpot type is not “2R non-probable change”, the notification content is set to “big hit determination is present (other than 2R non-probable change)”.

  As shown in FIG. 8A, in this embodiment, as the start opening prize designation command, a command B1XXH serving as a first start opening prize designation command and a command B2XXH serving as a second start opening prize designation command are: Prepared in advance. 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 start opening prize designation command, the EXT data (lower 1 byte data of the 2-byte configuration) is made different according to the notification content set by the process of step S410.

  FIG. 8B exemplifies the contents of notification by the first start opening prize designation command and the second starting opening prize designation command. Of the first start opening winning designation command and the second starting opening winning designation command shown in FIG. 8B, the command B100H and the command B200H indicate that the winning determination is being limited. The command B101H and the command B201H indicate that the notification content is “no big hit determination”. The command B102H and the command B202H indicate that the notification content is “big hit determination (other than 2R uncertain change)”. The command B103H and the command B203H indicate that the notification content is “big hit determination (2R uncertain change)”.

  Based on the setting of the notification content by the process of step S410, the setting for transmitting the start opening winning designation command is performed (step S411). At this time, whether to transmit the first start opening prize designation command or the second start opening prize designation command is determined depending on whether the start opening buffer value is “1” or “2”. . Then, by setting the EXT data corresponding to the notification content set by the process of step S410, a start opening winning designation command having different EXT data according to the notification content is transmitted.

  By executing the process of step S411, the first start opening winning designation command is the effect control information for notifying the establishment of the first start condition when the first start condition is established due to the occurrence of the first start prize. Then, it is transmitted to the production control board 12 side. The second start opening prize designation command is sent to the side of the effect control board 12 as effect control information for notifying the establishment of the second start condition when the second start condition is established by the occurrence of the second start prize. Sent. In this embodiment, the first start opening prize designation command and the second start opening prize designation command are such that the game ball passes (enters) either through the first start prize opening or the second start prize winning opening. Whether or not the variable display result is determined to be “big hit” and whether or not the big hit type is determined to be “2R uncertain change” using the game random number extracted at the time of starting winning is notified. It is transmitted as determination result information for notifying the winning determination result. In addition to the first start opening prize designation command and the second start opening prize designation command, an effect control command for notifying the winning judgment result using the game random number extracted at the start winning prize (for example, winning judgment result designation) Command) may be transmitted.

  After the process of step S411 is executed, the pending storage number notification command transmission setting is performed (step S412), and the winning random number determination process ends. As shown in FIG. 8A, in this embodiment, as the pending storage number notification command, a command C1XXH serving as a first pending storage number notification command and a command C2XXH serving as a second pending storage number notification command are: Prepared in advance. In these reserved memory number notification commands, different EXT data is set according to the first special figure reserved memory number and the second special figure reserved memory number.

  The first reserved memory count notification command is an effect control command for notifying the first special figure reserved memory count. The second reserved memory count notification command is an effect control command for notifying the second special figure reserved memory count. In the process of step S <b> 412 shown in FIG. 6, when the start port buffer value is “1”, a setting for transmitting the first reserved memory number notification command to the effect control board 12 is performed. On the other hand, when the starting port buffer value is “2”, a setting for transmitting the second reserved memory number notification command to the effect control board 12 is performed.

  By executing the process of step S412, the first reserved memory number notification command notifies the increase in the first special figure reserved memory number when the first start condition is satisfied by the occurrence of the first start winning. As control information, it is transmitted to the production control board 12 side. In addition, the second reserved memory number notification command is used as effect control information for notifying the increase in the second special figure reserved memory number when the second start condition is established by the occurrence of the second start winning prize. Sent to the side. In this embodiment, the first reserved memory number notification command and the second reserved memory number notification command are used when the game ball passes (enters) either through the first start winning opening or the second starting winning opening. Notifying whether it occurred, it is transmitted as hold notification information for designating which of the first special figure hold memory number and the second special figure hold memory number has increased.

  The first reserved memory number notification command and the second reserved memory number notification command correspond to the case where the execution of the special game is started when either the first start condition or the second start condition is satisfied. May be transmitted. Alternatively, when the number of reserved memories increases, a reserved memory number addition designation command (a first reserved memory number addition designation command or a second one) indicating that the first special figure reserved memory number or the second special figure reserved memory number has increased. When the reserved memory number decreases, the reserved memory number addition designation command (the second reserved figure number designation command) indicates that the first special figure reserved memory number or the second special figure reserved memory number has decreased. 1 reserved memory number subtraction designation command or second reserved memory number subtraction designation command) may be transmitted.

  Instead of the first reserved memory number notification command and the second reserved memory number notification command, or together with the first reserved memory number notification command and the second reserved memory number notification command, the total reserved memory number notification command for notifying the total reserved memory number May be transmitted. That is, a total pending storage number notification command for notifying an increase (or decrease) in the total pending storage number may be used.

  In the winning random number determination process shown in FIG. 6, the process of step S <b> 404 is performed based on the determination that the big hit is determined in step S <b> 402 or the high base is determined in step S <b> 403. It is determined whether or not the start port buffer value is “2”. At this time, if the start port buffer value is “1” and not “2”, the process proceeds to the process of step S410 without executing the processes of steps S405 to S409, and the determination of the big hit determination range is limited. Correspondingly, the transmission setting of the start opening winning designation command whose notification content indicates that “the determination at the time of winning is being restricted” is performed. Thus, when the high opening control associated with the short-time control is performed or when the game is in the big hit gaming state, it is based on the occurrence of the starting winning (first starting winning) due to the game ball passing (entering) through the first starting winning opening. Therefore, the specific pattern is not judged. Thus, when the special figure game using the second special figure is executed in preference to the special figure game using the first special figure, the first start is performed during the high opening control or the big hit gaming state. The soundness of the game can be ensured by restricting the pre-reading notice based on winning a prize from being executed.

  After executing the start winning determination process in step S101 shown in FIG. 3, the CPU 103 performs steps S110 to S120 according to the value of the special figure process flag provided in a predetermined area (such as a game control flag setting unit) of the RAM 102. Select one of these processes and execute it.

  The special symbol normal process of step S110 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “0”. In this special symbol normal process, the first special symbol display device 4A, the first special symbol display unit 4A, the second special symbol reservation storage unit, the second special figure reservation storage unit, and the like are stored on the basis of the presence or absence of reserved data stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 102. It is determined whether or not the special symbol game is started by the second special symbol display device 4B. Further, in the special symbol normal process, whether or not the variable symbol display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is “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. At this time, when the variable display result is determined to be “big hit”, the big hit type is determined as one of a plurality of types such as “16R probability change”, “13R probability change”, “13R non-change probability”, and “2R non-probability change”. To do. The data indicating the determination result of the jackpot type is stored in the jackpot type buffer provided in a predetermined area (for example, the game control buffer setting unit) of the RAM 102, whereby the jackpot type is stored. 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 or the like in the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B) Either a small hit symbol or a lost symbol) is set. In the special symbol normal process, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to “1” when the variable display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is determined in advance.

  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 a variation pattern as one of a plurality of types based on a result of a prior decision as to whether or not the variable display result is “big hit” or “small hit”. ing. The variable display time for special symbols and decorative symbols is set in advance corresponding to the variation pattern. Accordingly, by determining the variation pattern in the variation pattern setting process, the variable display time from the start of variable display of the special symbol to the deriving of the definite special symbol resulting in the variable display result is determined. In addition, the variation pattern setting process may include a process of determining whether or not the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is “reach” when the variable display result is “losing”. Alternatively, even if it is determined whether or not the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is set to “reach” by determining the fluctuation pattern when the variable display result is “lost” in the fluctuation pattern setting process at a predetermined ratio. Good. Further, the variation pattern setting process may include a process of performing setting for starting the variation of the special symbol in the special symbol display device 4. When the variation pattern setting process is executed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “2”.

  The special symbol variation process in step S112 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “2”. This special symbol variation process includes a process for performing a setting for varying the special symbol in the special symbol display device 4, a process for measuring an elapsed time after the special symbol starts to vary, and the like. . When the elapsed time since 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”. This special symbol stop process includes a process of setting the special symbol display device 4 to stop the change of the special symbol and to stop and display the confirmed special symbol that is the variable symbol display result. Then, it is determined whether or not a big hit flag or a small hit flag provided in a predetermined area (for example, a game control flag setting unit) of the RAM 102 is turned on. When the big hit flag is ON, the transmission setting of the hit start designation command for designating the start of the big hit gaming state based on the special figure display result being “big hit” is set, and the value of the special figure process flag is set to “ Update to 4 ". When the small hit flag is on, the transmission setting of the hit start designation command for designating the start of the small hit gaming state based on the fact that the special figure display result is “small hit” is set, and the special figure process flag is set. Update the value to “8”. When the big hit flag or the small hit flag is off, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “0”.

  The big hit release pre-processing in step S114 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “4”. The pre-opening process for the big hit is based on the fact that the variable display result is “big hit”, etc., and the process for starting the execution of the round game in the big hit gaming state and setting the winning prize opening to the open state, etc. It is included. In this process, for example, depending on whether the big hit type is “16R probability variation”, “13R probability variation”, “13R non-probability variation”, or “2R non-probability variation”, the upper limit of the period during which the big winning opening is opened May be set. As an example, by setting the upper limit of the period during which the big winning opening is opened to “29.5 seconds” corresponding to “16R probability variation”, “13R probability variation” or “13R non-probability variation”, A normal open round may be executed. On the other hand, if the big hit type corresponds to “2R non-probable change” and the upper limit of the period during which the big winning opening is opened is set to “0.1 second”, the short-term open round is executed. Good. When the big hit release pre-processing is executed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “5”.

  The big hit release processing in step S115 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "5". The big hit opening process includes a process for measuring an elapsed time after the big winning opening is opened, a number of game balls detected by the measured elapsed time and the count switch 23, and the like. The process etc. which determine whether it became the timing which returns to a closed state from an open state are included. When the special winning opening is returned to the closed state, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “6”.

  The big hit release post-processing in step S116 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “6”. In this post-hit opening process, the number of round games executed with the big winning opening opened is set to a predetermined upper limit number (for example, “16”, “13”, “2”, etc. depending on the type of jackpot). A process for determining whether or not the maximum number of times has been reached, a process for waiting until the next round game is started, and the like are included. When the next round game is started, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “4”, while when the number of executions of the round game reaches the upper limit number, the value of the special figure process flag is “7”. Is updated.

  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, processing that performs various settings for controlling to the probability variation state and the time-short state corresponding to success or failure of the probability variation control condition, and the like are included. Then, when the setting for controlling to the probable change state or the short time state is performed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “0”.

  The small hit pre-release process in step S118 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “8”. The pre-opening process for small hits includes a process for setting the big winning opening to be open in the small hit gaming state based on the fact that the variable display result is “small hit”. . As an example, by setting the upper limit of the period in which the big winning opening is opened to “0.1 second”, similarly to the case where the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “2R uncertain change” The setting for the small hit gaming state may be made. At this time, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “9”.

  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 of 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. And when returning the grand prize opening to the closed state, until the number of times of opening has reached a predetermined upper limit number of times, or when the upper limit number of times has not been reached, Waiting processing or the like is executed. When the number of times that the special winning opening is opened reaches the upper limit, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “10”.

  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. When the waiting time at the end of the small hit gaming state has elapsed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “0”.

  FIG. 9 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S110 of FIG. 3 as the special symbol normal process. In the special symbol normal process shown in FIG. 9, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the second special figure holding storage number is “0” (step S231). The second special figure holding memory number is the holding memory number of the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B. The CPU 103 only has to read the second reserved storage number count value and determine whether or not the read value is “0”.

  When the second special figure reservation storage number is other than “0” in step S231 (step S231; No), for example, the first area of the second special figure reservation storage unit (for example, the storage area corresponding to the reservation number “1”) The numerical data indicating a predetermined random number value is read as the hold data stored in the predetermined area of the RAM 102 (step S232). Thereby, the game random number extracted in response to the occurrence of the start winning (second start winning) at the second start winning opening in the process of step S209 shown in FIG. 4 is read. The numerical data read at this time may be temporarily stored, for example, in a random number buffer for variation.

  Subsequent to the processing of step S232, for example, by subtracting and updating the second reserved memory number count value by 1, etc., the second special figure reserved memory number is updated by 1 and the second special figure reserved memory is also updated. The stored contents in the unit are shifted (step S233). For example, the second special figure hold storage unit stores the hold data stored in the storage area lower than the hold number “1” (the storage area corresponding to the hold numbers “2” to “4”) one entry at a time. shift. Further, in the process of step S233, the total number of reserved storages may be updated so as to be decremented by one. Then, the variation special figure designation buffer value, which is a stored value of the fluctuation special figure designation buffer provided in a predetermined area (for example, the game control buffer setting unit) of the RAM 102, is updated to “2” (step S234).

  When the second special figure reserved memory number is “0” in step S231 (step S231; Yes), it is determined whether or not the first special figure reserved memory number is “0” (step S235). The first special figure reserved memory number is the reserved memory number of the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A. The CPU 103 only has to read the first reserved storage number count value and determine whether or not the read value is “0”. Thus, the process of step S235 is executed when it is determined in step S231 that the second special figure reserved memory number is “0”, and the first special figure reserved memory number is “0”. It is determined whether or not. Thereby, execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is started in preference to the special figure game using the first special figure.

  When the special game is executed in the order in which the game balls have passed (entered) the start winning opening regardless of whether the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening, A start area data indicating whether the game ball has passed (entered) through the start prize opening or the second start prize opening is associated with the hold number or separately from the hold data, and is associated with the hold number in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 And the order in which the start conditions are established can be specified for the special game corresponding to each hold data.

  Subsequent to the process of step S236, for example, by updating the first reserved memory number count value by subtracting 1 and updating the first special figure reserved memory number, the first special figure reserved memory is updated. The stored contents in the unit are shifted (step S237). For example, the first special figure reservation storage unit stores the hold data stored in the storage area lower than the hold number “1” (the storage area corresponding to the hold numbers “2” to “4”) one entry at a time. shift. Further, in the process of step S237, the total number of reserved storages may be updated to be decremented by 1. Then, the variable special figure designation buffer value is updated to “1” (step S238).

  After executing one of the processes of steps S234 and S238, the special figure display result, which is the variable symbol display result, is determined as one of “big hit”, “small hit”, and “losing” (step S239). ). As an example, in the process of step S239, a special figure display result determination table prepared by storing in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 in advance is selected and set as a use table for determining the special figure display result. In the special figure display result determination table, a numerical value (determined value) to be compared with the random number MR1 for determining the special figure display result sets the special figure display result to “big hit”, “small hit”, or “lost”. It is only necessary to be assigned to the determination result. The CPU 103 may determine the special figure display result by referring to the special figure display result determination table based on the numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result read from the variation random number buffer.

  FIG. 10A shows a determination example of the special figure display result by the process of step S239. As described above, whether the special figure display result is “big hit”, “small hit”, or “losing” is the numerical data or the special figure display result determination table indicating the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result. And may be determined at a predetermined rate. In the determination example shown in FIG. 10A, the determination ratio of whether or not the special figure display result is “big hit” is varied depending on the presence or absence of probability variation control in the probability variation state. The CPU 103 may determine that the probability variation control is being performed when the probability variation flag provided in a predetermined area (for example, the game control flag setting unit) of the RAM 102 is on.

  As shown in FIG. 10A, when the probability variation control is performed in the probability variation state, the special figure display result is “a higher rate than when the probability variation control is not performed in the normal state or the short time state. "Big hit" is decided. Therefore, for example, based on the big hit end processing in step S117 shown in FIG. 3, the probability change flag is set to the on state corresponding to the case where the big hit type is “16R probability change” or “13R probability change”, etc. In the probability variation state in which the probability variation control is performed, the special figure display result is more likely to be a “hit” and more likely to be in the big hit gaming state than when the probability variation control is not performed in the normal state or the short time state. In the example of determination shown in FIG. 10A, when the variation special chart is the first special figure, the special figure display result is determined to be “small hit” at a predetermined rate. On the other hand, when the fluctuation special figure is the second special figure, the special figure display result is set not to be determined as “small hit”.

  When the gaming state is a high-accuracy base state (with short-time control with probability variation control) or a low-accuracy high-base state (with short-time control without probability variation control), the high opening control is performed, so that the second start winning prize is played. The normally variable winning device 6B is changed between a first variable state (open state or expanded open state) and a second variable state (closed state or normal open state) in an advantageous change mode in which a ball easily passes (enters). When such a high opening control is performed, the game is restricted by making it difficult for the special figure display result to be determined as “small hit” based on the fact that the game ball has passed (entered) through the second start winning opening. It is possible to prevent a decrease in game entertainment due to the delay. In addition, when the fluctuation special figure is the second special figure, the special figure display result is set to “small hit” at a predetermined ratio lower than that when the fluctuation special figure is the first special figure. May be.

  Thereafter, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the special figure display result determined by the process of step S239 is “big hit” (step S240). When the special figure display result is determined to be “big hit” (step S240; Yes), the big hit flag provided in a predetermined area (for example, the game control flag setting unit) of the RAM 102 is set to the on state (step S241). . Further, the big hit type is determined to be one of a plurality of types (step S242). As an example, in the process of step S242, a jackpot type determination table prepared by storing in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 in advance is selected and set in a use table for determining the jackpot type. In the jackpot type determination table, depending on whether the variation special chart is the first special chart or the second special chart, the numerical value (determination value) compared with the random value for determining the big jackpot type includes a plurality of jackpot types. It suffices if it is assigned to the determination result of either type. The CPU 103 may determine the jackpot type by referring to the jackpot type determination table based on the numerical data indicating the jackpot type determination random value MR2 read from the fluctuation random number buffer.

  FIG. 10B shows an example of determining the jackpot type by the process of step S242. In this determination example, depending on whether the variation special chart is the first special chart or the second special chart, the determination content and determination ratio of the jackpot type are varied. More specifically, when the variation special chart is the first special chart, the big hit type is determined as one of “16R probability variation”, “13R probability variation”, and “13R non-probability variation”. On the other hand, when the fluctuation special figure is the second special figure, the big hit type is determined to be either “16R probability variation” or “2R non-probability variation”. Further, the ratio at which the big hit type is determined to be “16R probability change” is higher when the fluctuation special chart is the second special figure than when the fluctuation special figure is the first special figure. Thus, the predetermined jackpot type may be determined at a different rate depending on the special symbol variably displayed in the special game.

  When the gaming state is the high-probability high-base state, the normally variable prize-winning device 6B is changed to the first variable in an advantageous change mode in which the game ball easily passes (enters) through the second start winning opening by performing the high opening control. It is changed between a state (open state or enlarged open state) and a second variable state (closed state or normal open state). The special game using the second special drawing based on the game ball passing (entering) through the second start winning opening is the first based on the game ball passing (entering) through the first start winning opening. Execution is started in preference to the special figure game using the special figure. Therefore, in the high-accuracy high-base state, there is a high possibility that the special figure display result will be determined to be “big hit” in the special figure game using the second special figure, and the big hit type is “16R probability change” or “2R”. It is often “indeterminate”. When the big hit type is “16R probability change”, it is controlled to the big hit gaming state (normally released big hit state) in which the normal opening round is executed, and after the big hit gaming state is finished, the probability changing control is again performed together with the time reduction control. The high-accuracy base state to be performed is obtained. On the other hand, when the big hit type is “2R non-probable change”, the big hit game state (short-term open big hit state) in which the normal open round is not executed and the short-term open round is executed is controlled. After the state ends, the low-accuracy and high-base state in which the time-varying control is performed but the probability variation control is not performed is obtained.

  In this way, if the special figure display result is “big hit” and the big hit type corresponds to “16R probability change” (symbol number “7”) in the high-precision high-base state, the big-hit game An advantageous display result that is advantageous to the player is obtained such that the high-accuracy and high-base state is controlled again after the state ends. On the other hand, if the special figure display result is “big hit” and the big hit type corresponds to “2R non-probable change” (symbol number is “1”) in the high probability high base state, the big hit gaming state This results in an unfavorable display result that is unfavorable for the player that the high-accuracy and high-base state is not controlled.

  After executing the process of step S242, the big hit type is stored (step S243). The CPU 103 may store the jackpot type by storing data indicating the determination result of the jackpot type in a jackpot type buffer provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 (for example, a game control buffer setting unit).

  When the special figure display result is not “big hit” in step S240 (step S240; No), it is determined whether or not the special figure display result is “small hit” (step S244). At this time, when the special figure display result is “small hit” (step S244; Yes), the small hit flag provided in a predetermined area (for example, the game control flag setting unit) of the RAM 102 is set to an on state ( Step S245).

  When the special figure display result is not “small hit” in step S244 (step S244; No), or after executing any of the processes of steps S243 and S245, the special symbol variable display result in the special figure game is displayed. The determined special symbol is determined (step S246). As an example, when it is determined in steps S240 and S244 that the special figure display result is not “big hit” or “small hit”, a special symbol predetermined as a lost symbol is determined as a confirmed special symbol. On the other hand, if it is determined in step S240 that the special figure display result is “big hit”, any of the special symbols predetermined as a plurality of types of big hit symbols is determined according to the determination result of the big hit type in step S242. Can be determined as a confirmed special symbol. If it is determined in step S244 that the special figure display result is “small hit”, the special symbol predetermined as the small hit symbol may be determined as the confirmed special symbol.

  After executing the process of step S246, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “1” (step S247), and the special symbol normal process is terminated. When the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “1” in step S247, when the next timer interrupt occurs, the variation pattern setting process in step S111 shown in FIG. 3 is executed.

  If the number of reserved memories of the special figure game using the first special figure is “0” in step S235 (step S235; Yes), after performing a predetermined demonstration display setting (step S248), the special symbol is set. Normal processing ends. In this demonstration display setting, for example, an effect control command (customer waiting demonstration designation command) for designating demonstration display (demonstration screen display) by displaying a predetermined effect image on the image display device 5 is effect control from the main board 11. It is determined whether or not transmission to the substrate 12 has been completed. At this time, if the transmission has been completed, the demonstration display setting is ended as it is. On the other hand, if it has not been transmitted, the setting for transmitting the customer waiting demonstration designation command is performed, and then the demonstration display setting is terminated.

  FIG. 11 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a process executed in step S111 in FIG. 3 as the variation pattern setting process. In the variation pattern setting process shown in FIG. 11, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the big hit flag is on (step S261). If the big hit flag is ON (step S261; Yes), the variation pattern corresponding to the big hit when the special figure display result is “big hit” is determined (step S262).

  If the big hit flag is off in step S261, it is determined whether or not the small hit flag is on (step S263). If the small hit flag is ON (step S263; Yes), the variation pattern corresponding to the small hit when the special figure display result is “small hit” is determined (step S264). On the other hand, when the small hit flag is off (step S263; No), the variation pattern corresponding to the time of loss when the special figure display result is “lost” is determined (step S265).

  FIG. 12 shows a variation pattern in this embodiment. In this embodiment, among the cases where the variable display result (special drawing display result) is “losing”, the decorative display variable display mode is “non-reach” that does not become the reach mode, and the reach mode is “ Corresponding to each of the cases of “reach”, the variable display result (special display result) is “big hit” and the big hit type is “16R probability variation”, “13R probability variation”, “13R non-probability variation” In some cases (indicated as “13R / 16R” in FIG. 12), the big hit type is “2R non-probable” or the variable display result (special display result) is “small hit” (in FIG. 12, “ A plurality of variation patterns are prepared in advance.

  In the process of step S262 shown in FIG. 11, for example, the big hit fluctuation pattern is determined using the big hit fluctuation pattern determination table 130 shown in FIG. In the big hit variation pattern determination table 130 shown in FIG. 13A, when the big hit type is “13R uncertain variation” or “13R certain variation”, “16R certain variation”, or “2R uncertain variation”. Accordingly, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random number MR3 for determining the variation pattern is assigned to the determination result of the variation pattern. The CPU 103 corresponds to the case where the variable display result becomes “big hit” by referring to the big hit fluctuation pattern determination table 130 based on the numerical data indicating the random number MR3 for fluctuation pattern read from the random number buffer for fluctuation. The determined variation pattern may be determined.

  In the process of step S264 shown in FIG. 11, the variation pattern at the time of a small hit is determined using, for example, the small hit variation pattern determination table 131 shown in FIG. In the small hit variation pattern determination table 131, a numerical value to be compared with the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern for the common variation pattern when the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “2R uncertain variation”. (Decision value) is assigned. However, the assignment of the decision value to each variation pattern is different from the case where the jackpot type is “2R uncertain variation”. Of the variation patterns that can be determined when the big hit type is “2R uncertain variation”, there are variation patterns that are not determined when the variable display result is “small hit”. Also good. Alternatively, the variation pattern that can be determined when the variable display result is “small hit” includes a variation pattern that is not determined when the big hit type is “2R non-probable change”. Also good.

  The processing of step S265 shown in FIG. 11 is prepared in advance for the normal state where the game state is the normal state and the case where the game state is the probability change state or the short time control when the short time control is performed. A variation pattern at the time of the loss is determined using the loss variation pattern determination table. For example, at the normal time, the variation pattern at the time of the loss is determined using the loss variation pattern determination table 132A shown in FIG. On the other hand, during the time reduction, the loss variation pattern is determined using the loss variation pattern determination table 132B shown in FIG. In the loss variation pattern determination tables 132A and 132B, a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the random value MR3 for variation pattern determination may be assigned to the determination result of the variation pattern in accordance with the total reserved storage number. . The CPU 103 refers to one of the loss variation pattern determination tables 132A and 132B corresponding to the normal time and the short time based on the numerical data indicating the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern read from the variation random number buffer. Thus, the variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “lost” may be determined.

  In the loss variation pattern determination table 132A in FIG. 14A, when the total number of reserved memories is greater than or equal to a predetermined number (specifically “2”), the decorative pattern is displayed at a higher rate than when it is less than the predetermined number. The determined value is assigned so that the variable display mode is determined as “non-reach”. Also in the loss variation pattern determination table 132B shown in FIG. 14B, when the total number of reserved memories is equal to or greater than a predetermined number (specifically “1”), the decoration is displayed at a higher rate than when it is less than the predetermined number. The determined value is assigned so that the variable display mode of the symbol is determined as “non-reach”. In this way, when the number of special figure reservations stored is equal to or greater than a predetermined number, the decorative symbol variable display mode may be set to be less likely to be determined as the reach mode than when it is less than the predetermined number. As a result, when the number of special figure hold memory is relatively large, the average variable display time can be shortened compared to when the number of special figure storage is relatively small, and the occurrence of invalid start winnings can be suppressed. Can be reduced.

  After executing any of the processes of steps S262, S264, and S265 shown in FIG. 11, a special figure change time that is a variable symbol display time is set (step S266). The special figure change time, which is the variable display time of the special symbol, is the time required from the start of the change of the special symbol in the special figure game until the fixed special symbol that becomes the variable display result (special display result) is derived and displayed. It is. As shown in FIG. 12, the special figure fluctuation time is determined in advance corresponding to a plurality of fluctuation patterns prepared in advance. The CPU 103 can set the timing at which a special symbol or decorative symbol variable display result is derived by setting the special symbol variation time.

  Following the process of step S266, a special game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A and a special game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B are started. The setting for starting the variation of the special symbol is performed so as to start one of the special symbol games for which the condition is satisfied (step S267). 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 in 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 for transmitting a drive signal for updating the display of the second special symbol in the second special symbol display device 4B is performed.

  After executing the process of step S267, command transmission setting is performed at the start of the special symbol fluctuation (step S268). For example, when the variation special figure designation buffer value is “1”, the CPU 103 sends a first variation start command, a variation pattern designation command, a variable display result notification command, a first variation from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. In order to sequentially transmit the pending storage number notification command, the storage address (first address) in the ROM 101 of the first variation start command table prepared in advance is designated. On the other hand, when the variation special figure designation buffer value is “2”, the CPU 103 sends the second variation start command, the variation pattern designation command, the variable display result notification command, the second variation from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. In order to sequentially transmit the pending storage number notification command, the storage address in the ROM 101 of the second variation start command table prepared in advance is designated.

  As the first variation start command and the second variation start command, the variation start in the special symbol game using the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol in the second special symbol display device 4B are used. This is an effect control command for designating the start of fluctuation in the special figure game. The variation pattern designation command is variably displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the image display device 5 in response to the variable display of the special symbols in the special symbol game. This is an effect control command for designating a variation pattern such as a decorative design. The variable display result notification command is an effect control command for designating a variable display result such as a special symbol or a decorative symbol.

  After executing the process of step S268, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “2” (step S269), and the variation pattern setting process is terminated. When the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “2” in step S269, when the next timer interruption occurs, the special symbol variation process in step S112 shown in FIG. 3 is executed.

  FIG. 15 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. 15, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the big hit end presentation waiting time has elapsed (step S <b> 281). As an example, in the big hit release post-processing in step S116 shown in FIG. 3, when the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “7”, a timer initial value determined in advance corresponding to the big hit end presentation waiting time is set. Set to the game control process timer. In this case, in the processing of step S281, 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 (eg, “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 S281 (step S281; No), the big hit end processing is ended as it is.

  When the big hit end presentation waiting time has elapsed in step S281 (step S281; Yes), for example, by reading the big hit type buffer value stored in a predetermined area (for example, the game control buffer setting unit) of the RAM 102, etc. Then, it is determined whether or not there is a probability change such as “16R probability variation” or “13R probability variation” (step S282). At this time, when it is determined that there is a probability change corresponding to the big hit type corresponding to “16R probability variation” or “13R probability variation” (step S282; Yes), the setting for changing the gaming state to the probability variation state by the start of probability variation control. Is performed (step S283). For example, the CPU 103 sets the probability variation flag to the on state.

  If it is determined in step S282 that there is no probability change corresponding to the jackpot type corresponding to “13R non-probability change” or “2R non-probability change” (step S282; No), the time reduction control is performed after the process of step S283 is executed. Setting for starting is performed (step S284). For example, the CPU 103 sets the time reduction flag to the on state. In addition, a predetermined count initial value (for example, “100”) corresponding to the upper limit value of the special game that can be executed in the short-time state may be set in the short-time counter. For example, when the short-time control is continued until the next variable display result becomes “big hit” in response to the big hit type being “16R probability variation”, the count initial value of the short-time counter is set. Instead, both the probability variation flag and the time reduction flag may be set to the on state. When the big hit type is any one of “13R probability change”, “13R non-change probability”, and “2R non-change probability”, whether or not the time reduction control has been performed before the special figure display result becomes “big hit”. Depending on whether or not the setting for starting the time reduction control is performed, it may be made different. That is, if the time-shortening control is not performed before the special figure game whose special figure display result is “big hit” is ended, the big hit type is “13R probability change”, “13R uncertain change”, or “2R uncertain change”. Correspondingly, the setting for starting the time reduction control may not be performed. On the other hand, if the short-time control was performed before the special figure game with the special figure display result of “big hit” was ended, the big hit type was “13R certain change”, “13R non-probable change”, or “2R non-probable change”. Correspondingly, the setting for starting the time reduction control may be performed.

  After executing the process of step S284, the special figure process flag is cleared and its value is initialized to “0” (step S285), and then the execution of the big hit end process is ended.

  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 a predetermined effect control main process. When the production control main process is started, the production control CPU 120 first executes a predetermined initialization process, clears the RAM 122, sets various initial values, and CTC (counter / timer mounted on the production control board 12). Circuit) register setting, etc. Thereafter, it is determined whether or not the timer interrupt flag is on. 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. At this time, if the timer interrupt flag is off, the process waits.

  On the side of the effect control board 12, an interrupt for receiving an effect control command from the main board 11 is generated separately from the timer interrupt 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 in an effect control command reception buffer provided in the RAM 122, for example. Thereafter, the effect control CPU 120 ends the command reception interrupt processing after setting the interrupt permission.

  If the timer interrupt flag is on, the timer interrupt flag is cleared and turned off, and command analysis processing is executed. In the command analysis process, 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 read effect control commands are used. Corresponding settings and controls are performed.

  As an example, in the command analysis process, when there is a reception command stored in the effect control command reception buffer, it is determined which effect control command is received by checking the MODE data of the received command. . At this time, when the first reserved memory number notification command is received together with the first start opening prize designation command, the buffer in the free area in the first start prize command buffer 190A as shown in FIG. The first start port winning designation command and the first reserved storage number notification command are stored in order in the storage area having the smallest reserved display number as the number. On the other hand, when the second reserved memory number notification command is received together with the second start opening prize designation command, it becomes the buffer number in the free area in the second start prize command buffer 190B as shown in FIG. In the storage area with the smallest hold display number, the second start opening prize designation command and the second hold memory number notification command are stored in order.

  In the first start winning prize command buffer 190A shown in FIG. 16A, a set of effect control commands (first start opening prize designation command and first holding memory) transmitted in response to the occurrence of the first starting winning prize. The storage area is secured so that the number notification command) can be stored in association with each other. The effect control CPU 120 stores the effect control commands received when the first start winning is generated, corresponding to the hold display numbers “1” to “4” of the first start winning command buffer 190A according to the receiving order. The data is stored in order from the beginning of the free area in the area. The hold display number in the first start winning command buffer 190A corresponds to the first special figure hold memory number.

  In the second start winning command buffer 190B shown in FIG. 16 (B), a set of effect control commands (second start opening winning designation command and second reserved storage) transmitted in response to the occurrence of the second start winning. The storage area is secured so that the number notification command) can be stored in association with each other. The effect control CPU 120 stores the effect control commands received when the second start winning is generated corresponding to the hold display numbers “1” to “4” of the second start winning command buffer 190B according to the receiving order. The data is stored in order from the beginning of the free area in the area. The hold display number in the second start winning command buffer 190B corresponds to the second special figure hold memory number.

  In this embodiment, based on the occurrence of the first start prize or the second start prize, a prize random number value determination process as shown in FIG. Command transmission is performed in the order of the storage number notification command. Therefore, if the presentation control command is normally received, the start opening prize designation is made in the storage areas corresponding to the hold display numbers “1” to “4” as shown in FIGS. The commands are stored in the order of the command and the pending storage count notification command.

  In the first start winning command buffer 190A shown in FIG. 16A, the received command is stored in the storage area corresponding to the hold display numbers “1” and “2”. In the second start winning command buffer 190B shown in FIG. 16B, the received command is stored in the storage area corresponding to the hold display numbers “1” to “3”. The commands stored in the first start prize command buffer 190A and the second start prize command buffer 190B are stored in the first storage area (holding display number “1”) every time the decorative symbol variable display is started. Are deleted from those stored in the corresponding area), and the stored contents thereafter are shifted. For example, in the storage state shown in FIG. 16A, when variable display of a new decorative symbol is started in response to the start of the special figure game using the first special figure, it is stored in the hold display number “1”. Each command stored is deleted, each command stored in the area corresponding to the hold display number “2” is shifted to the area corresponding to the hold display number “1”, and the hold display number “3”. Each command stored in the area corresponding to each of “4” and “4” is shifted to the area corresponding to each of the hold display numbers “2” and “3”.

  After executing the command analysis process, the effect control process is executed. In the effect control process, for example, various operations such as an effect image display operation on the screen of the image display device 5, an audio output operation from the speakers 8 </ b> L and 8 </ b> R, and a lighting operation in a light emitter such as the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED are performed. With respect to the control content of the rendering operation using the rendering device, determination, determination, setting, etc. according to the rendering control command transmitted from the main board 11 are performed. Subsequent to the effect control process, an effect random number update process is executed, and numerical data indicating the effect random numbers counted by the random counter in the RAM 122 is updated by software as various random values used for effect control.

  FIG. 17 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the effect control process. In the effect control process shown in FIG. 17, first, a prefetch effect determination process (step S161) for determining whether or not to execute a notice effect (prefetch notice effect) that becomes a prefetch effect, and execution of the prefetch effect are controlled. A pre-reading effect control process (step S162) is performed.

  FIG. 18 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the process executed in step S161 in FIG. 17 as the prefetch effect determination process. In the pre-reading effect determination process shown in FIG. 18, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not there is a new reception of an effect control command transmitted at the time of starting winning (step S501). The effect control CPU 120 checks the stored contents in the start winning command buffer, such as the first start winning command buffer 190A and the second start winning command buffer 190B. Then, it is determined whether or not there is a new received command by checking whether any of the presentation control commands received at the time of starting winning, such as the start opening winning designation command or the reserved memory number notification command, is stored. That's fine.

  If no command is newly received in step S501 (step S501; No), the prefetch effect determining process is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that there is a received command (step S501; Yes), it is determined whether or not a pre-reading effect in which a pre-reading effect has already been executed (step S502). For example, in the process of step S502, when the pre-reading notice effect of “hold display” is executed based on the storage data of the hold display state buffer provided in a predetermined area (such as the effect control buffer setting unit) of the RAM 122 In addition, it may be determined that the prefetching effect is being executed. In the hold display state buffer, data indicating that it is possible to specify whether or not there is a display part in which the disadvantageous hold display is performed in the display part of the start winning storage display area 5H by the pre-reading notice effect of “hold display” is stored. It is only necessary to provide a storage area for this purpose.

  If it is determined in step S502 that the prefetch effect is not being performed (step S502; No), it is determined whether or not the prefetch effect can be executed (step S503). As an example, in the process of step S503, when the notification content by the first start opening winning designation command is “determination at the time of winning determination is limited”, it is assumed that a predetermined prefetch restriction condition is satisfied and the prefetch effect can be executed. What is necessary is just to determine that it is not.

  In this embodiment, the special figure game using the second special figure is executed with priority over the special figure game using the first special figure. In this case, during the high base in which the high opening control is performed, the special ball using the second special drawing that is preferentially executed by allowing the game ball to easily pass (enter) the second start winning opening. The game can continue to run. If a prefetch notice for a special figure game using the first special figure in the high base is executed, for example, the second special figure is held in a state where holding data or the like whose variable display result is “big hit” is held. A special figure game using a figure can be easily and repeatedly executed many times. At this time, if the variable display result in the special figure game using the second special figure becomes “big hit”, the variable display result in the special figure game using the first special figure that is the target of the pre-reading notice is “ In addition to being a “big hit”, the gaming state can be repeatedly changed to the big hit gaming state, and the gambling of the pachinko gaming machine 1 may be significantly improved.

  In addition, if a pre-reading notice for a special figure game using the first special figure is executed in the high base, the variable display result may be a “hit” by the pre-reading notice. The player who made the game repeatedly passes (enters) the game ball to the second start winning opening and repeatedly executes the special game using the second special drawing, or passes (enters) the game ball to the second start winning opening. Whether or not to execute the special figure game using the first special figure can be selected according to his / her skill. Therefore, there is a possibility that the timing at which the variable display result becomes “big hit” and is controlled to the big hit gaming state may be greatly changed depending on the skill of the player.

  Therefore, during the high base in which the high opening control associated with the time reduction control is performed, a prefetch restriction condition for restricting execution of the prefetch notice based on the occurrence of the first start winning is established. This ensures that the player cannot recognize that the variable display result may be a “big hit” corresponding to the special figure game using the first special figure, thereby ensuring a healthy gameplay. it can. Even when the gaming state is the big hit gaming state, after the big hit gaming state is ended, the high opening control associated with the time reduction control is performed, so the prefetching restriction condition is similarly established.

  As another example, in the process of step S503, the order and contents of the reception commands (start opening prize designation command and pending storage number notification command) based on the occurrence of the start prize are checked, and whether or not all have been received without omission. The content of the received command is checked for inconsistencies (inconsistencies), and if any one of them is denied, it may be determined that the prefetch effect cannot be executed. More specifically, the first reserved memory number notification command for notifying that the first special figure reserved memory number is “1” in the storage area of the hold display number “2” in the first start winning command buffer 190A Is stored, the first special figure hold memory number specified from the storage state of the first start winning command buffer 190A and the first special figure hold memory notified by the first hold memory number notification command. Assuming that the difference from the number is not allowed, it may be determined that there is a contradiction (inconsistency) in the content of the pending storage number notification command.

  Any one of reception of start opening prize designation command and pending storage number notification command is in order, that both have been received without omission, and that there is no contradiction (inconsistency) in the contents of the received command. It is not limited to what determines that an abnormality has occurred when denied, and for example, it may be determined that an abnormality has occurred when any two are denied. Alternatively, when all are denied, it may be determined that an abnormality has occurred.

  If it is determined in step S503 that the pre-reading effect can be executed (step S503; Yes), the presence or absence of the pre-reading effect indicating whether or not to execute the pre-reading effect and the pre-reading effect in the case of execution are set. A corresponding pattern (hold display pattern) is determined (step S504). As an example, in the process of step S504, a prefetch effect execution determination table prepared in advance is selected and set as a use table for determining the presence or absence of a prefetch effect. In the pre-reading effect execution determination table, it is compared with the random number value for determining the pre-reading effect execution in accordance with the notification contents by the start opening winning designation command transmitted based on the occurrence of the start winning corresponding to the variable display to be notified. The numerical value (decision value) may be assigned to the determination result as to whether or not to perform the pre-reading effect. The effect control CPU 120 generates numerical data indicating random number values for pre-reading effect execution determination extracted from, for example, a random counter for effect control provided in a predetermined area (such as an effect control counter setting unit) of the random number circuit 124 or the RAM 122. Based on the pre-reading effect execution determination table, it may be determined whether to execute the pre-reading effect.

  FIG. 19A shows an example of determining whether or not there is a pre-reading effect in the process of step S504. In this determination example, the notification content (specified content of the determination result at the time of winning) at the start winning by the starting port winning specifying command (first starting port winning specifying command or second starting port winning specifying command) is “There is a big hit determination ( The ratio at which the presence or absence of the pre-reading effect is determined is varied depending on whether “2R non-probable change”, “With big hit determination (other than 2R non-probable change)”, or “No big hit determination”. For example, when the notification content at the time of winning the start is “big hit determination (2R non-probable change)”, the rate is higher than the case of “big hit determination (other than 2R non-probable change)” or “no big hit determination”. Then, it is decided to execute the prefetching effect. With this setting, when a pre-reading notice effect of “hold display” is executed, there is a high possibility that the special figure display result will be “big hit” and the big hit type will be “2R uncertain change”.

  Further, in the determination example shown in FIG. 19A, the determination ratio of whether to execute the pre-reading effect is varied according to the second special figure holding memory number. More specifically, if the notification content at the time of winning the start is “Big hit determination (2R non-probable change)” or “Big win determination (other than 2R non-probable change)”, the second special figure holding memory number is large. As it becomes, the ratio determined to “execution execution” for executing the pre-reading effect increases. On the other hand, when the notification content at the time of winning the start is “no big hit determination”, as the second special figure holding storage number increases, the ratio determined as “execution execution” for executing the pre-reading effect decreases. . With such a setting, when the number of second special figure holding memories when the “hold display” pre-reading notice effect is executed is large, there is a high possibility that the special figure display result will be “big hit”.

  When it is determined to execute such a pre-reading effect, a hold display pattern is determined. As an example, in the process of step S504, a reserved display pattern determination table prepared in advance is selected and set as a use table for determining a reserved display pattern. In the hold display pattern determination table, a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the random value for determining the hold display pattern may be assigned to the determination result of the hold display pattern in accordance with the notification contents at the time of starting winning. . The effect control CPU 120 refers to the hold display pattern determination table based on numerical data indicating the hold display pattern determination random value extracted from, for example, the random number circuit 124 or a random counter for effect control. What is necessary is just to determine a pattern.

  FIG. 19B1 shows an example of determining the hold display pattern in the process of step S504. FIG. 19B2 shows a setting example of the hold display pattern. In this embodiment, a hold display pattern HPA and a hold display pattern HPB are prepared in advance as a plurality of hold display patterns. The pre-reading notice effect of the “hold display” by the hold display pattern HPA or the hold display pattern HPB displays a character different from the normal time on the display part of the start winning memory display area 5H, so that the jackpot type is “2R non-display”. "Probability change" and the possibility that the probability change control will end. The hold display pattern HPA and the hold display pattern HPB differ in the possibility that the jackpot type will be “2R non-probable change” by changing the type of character displayed on the display portion of the start winning memory display area 5H. Suggest. In the hold display pattern HPA, the change mode of the display part is the disadvantage hold mode FH1, while in the hold display pattern HPB, the change mode of the display part is the disadvantage hold mode FH2. In addition, it is not limited to what makes the kind of character different in disadvantage reservation mode FH1 and disadvantage reservation mode FH2, and by making part or all of the shape, pattern, or color of the character different, the big hit type is “2R non-probable change”. It may be possible to suggest that the possibility of "

  In the hold display pattern HPA and the hold display pattern HPB, different operation contents are set in advance as display change conditions for changing the disadvantage hold mode to the normal display mode. For example, in the hold display pattern HPA, the display change condition is satisfied when the number of consecutive predetermined operations (number of consecutive hits) on the push button 31B reaches “10”. On the other hand, in the hold display pattern HPB, the display change condition is satisfied when the number of consecutive hits with respect to the push button 31B reaches “5”. Therefore, when the display part of the start winning memory display area 5H changes to the disadvantage hold mode FH1, the display change condition is less likely to be satisfied than when the display portion changes to the disadvantage hold mode FH2.

  In the determination example shown in FIG. 19 (B1), the notification content at the time of starting winning is any one of “Big hit determination (2R non-probable change)”, “Big hit determination (other than 2R non-probable change)”, and “No big hit determination”. Depending on the situation, the determination ratio of the hold display pattern is varied. For example, when the notification content at the time of starting winning is “Big jackpot determination (2R uncertain change)”, the ratio determined for the hold display pattern HPA is higher than the ratio determined for the hold display pattern HPB. On the other hand, when the content of the notification at the time of starting winning is “Big jackpot determination (other than 2R uncertain change)” or “No jackpot determination”, the ratio determined to the hold display pattern HPA is determined to the hold display pattern HPB. Will be lower than With these settings, when the display changes to the disadvantage hold mode FH1 corresponding to the hold display pattern HPA, the special figure display result is “big hit” compared to the case where the display changes to the disadvantage hold mode FH2 corresponding to the hold display pattern HPB. The possibility that the big hit type will be “2R uncertain change” increases. That is, when the display part of the start winning memory display area 5H is changed to the disadvantage holding mode FH1, the disadvantage display result in which the jackpot type is “2R non-probable change” and the probability change control in the high-accuracy high-base state is ended. Is likely to be. In addition, when the state changes to the disadvantage hold mode FH1, the display change condition is difficult to be satisfied. Therefore, when the possibility of a disadvantageous display result is high, the display change condition is difficult to be satisfied. Alternatively, when the display change condition is difficult to be satisfied, the possibility of an unfavorable display result increases.

  When the notification content at the time of winning a start is “Big hit determination (other than 2R uncertain change)”, the ratio determined for the hold display pattern HPB is sufficiently higher than the ratio determined for the hold display pattern HPA. Accordingly, when the disadvantage display mode FH2 is changed corresponding to the hold display pattern HPB, there is a high possibility that the special figure display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is other than “2R uncertain change”. As described above, the pre-reading notice effect of “hold display” by the hold display pattern HPB is such that the jackpot type is other than “2R uncertain change” by displaying a character different from the normal time on the display portion of the start winning memory display area 5H. In particular, in the high-accuracy and high-base state, it is only necessary to indicate the possibility that the jackpot type is “16R probability variation” and probability variation control is performed again. That is, when the display part in the start winning memory display area 5H is changed to a display mode of a hold display different from the normal display corresponding to the hold display pattern HPB, the jackpot type becomes “16R probability change” in the high-accuracy high-base state. There is a possibility that an advantageous hold mode is suggested that suggests a possibility that an advantageous display result advantageous to the player corresponding to the probability variation control being performed again is likely. Thus, in the pre-reading notice effect of “hold display”, the display part of the start winning memory display area 5H is changed to an advantageous hold mode that suggests that the variable display result may be an advantageous display result advantageous to the player. There may be things.

  In addition, in the determination example shown in FIG. 19B1, there is a portion in which the determination ratio of the hold display pattern is varied according to the second special figure hold storage number. More specifically, when the content of the notification at the time of winning the start is “big hit determination (2R non-probability change)”, the ratio determined as the hold display pattern HPA as the second special figure hold memory number increases. Becomes higher. On the other hand, when the notification content at the time of starting winning is “no big hit determination”, the ratio determined to the hold display pattern HPA decreases as the second special figure hold memory number increases. With this setting, when the number of second special figure holding memories when the “hold display” pre-reading notice effect by the hold display pattern HPA is executed is large, the special figure display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “2R”. There is a high possibility of becoming “non-probable”.

  Based on the determination by the process in step S504 shown in FIG. 18, it is determined whether or not “no effect execution” is performed (step S505). At this time, when it is determined that “there is an effect execution” for executing the pre-read effect (step S505; No), the operation detection information is initially set (step S506). For example, in the process of step S506, in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 (such as an effect control buffer setting unit), an operation detection information storage area that can specify a detection result of an operation on a predetermined operation unit such as the push button 31B is initialized. Various data indicating the number of operations (number of repeated hits) and the like are set to be memorable.

  Subsequent to the process of step S506, a display change condition corresponding to the hold display pattern determined by the process of step S504 is set (step S507). For example, when the hold display pattern HPA is determined, the number of consecutive hits with respect to the push button 31B is set to “10” as the display change condition. On the other hand, when the hold display pattern HPB is determined, the number of consecutive hits for the push button 31B is set to “5” as the display change condition. Thereby, a different display change condition can be set according to the hold display pattern (the disadvantageous hold mode corresponding thereto).

  When the process of step S507 is executed, for example, an operation valid flag provided in a predetermined area (such as an effect control flag setting unit) of the RAM 122 is set to an on state (step S508). Subsequently, by controlling to start the disadvantage hold display by increasing the hold display in the start winning storage display area 5H by one in the disadvantage hold mode according to the hold display pattern (step S509), the pre-reading effect is determined. The process ends.

  If it is determined in step S502 that the pre-reading effect is being performed (step S502; Yes), or if it is determined in step S503 that the pre-reading effect is not executable (step S503; No), the pre-reading is performed in step S505. If it is determined that the effect is not executed “no effect execution” (step S505; Yes), the hold display in the start winning memory display area 5H is increased by one in the normal display mode, so that the normal hold is made. After performing control to update the display (step S510), the prefetch effect determining process is terminated.

  When the pending display is increased by one by the processing of steps S509 and S510, the increased pending display state may be stored in an identifiable manner. As an example, when the second special figure holding memory number increases by one and the holding display in the start winning memory display area 5H is increased by one, the second special figure for the second special figure as shown in FIG. In the hold display state buffer, data indicating that the hold display state is the normal hold display or the disadvantage hold display can be stored in the storage area corresponding to the hold display number of the second special figure. . The hold display number of the second special figure corresponds to the second special figure hold storage number. When the number of first special figure hold memory increases by one, data indicating the hold display state is stored in the storage area corresponding to the hold display number of the first special figure in the hold display state buffer similarly configured. It only has to be done. The hold display number of the first special figure corresponds to the first special figure hold storage number.

  In the hold display state buffer shown in FIG. 19C, data indicating that the normal hold display is being performed is stored in the storage area corresponding to the hold display numbers “1” and “2” of the second special figure. Then, data indicating that the disadvantageous hold display is performed is stored in the storage area corresponding to the hold display number “3” in the second special drawing. That is, when the second special figure holding storage number is “3”, the display parts corresponding to the holding display numbers “1” and “2” of the second special figure are displayed in the normal display mode. On the other hand, the display portion corresponding to the hold display number “3” in the second special figure indicates that the hold display is performed in the disadvantage hold mode. The effect control CPU 120 reads the stored data in the hold display state buffer to identify whether or not the disadvantage hold display is performed and the display part (hold display number) where the disadvantage hold display is performed. I can do it.

  In the prefetch effect determination process shown in FIG. 18, when it is determined by the process of step S502 that the prefetch effect is being performed, the process of step S510 is performed without executing the process of step S504 or the process of step S509. The hold display in the start winning memory display area 5H is updated so as to increase the normal hold display by one. Therefore, after changing the display part in the start winning memory display area 5H to the display mode of the hold display different from the normal time by the pre-reading notice effect of “hold display”, until the variable display corresponding to the hold display is started. And changing the display mode of the hold display corresponding to the new hold storage information due to the game ball passing through the first start winning opening and the second start winning opening to a display mode of the hold display different from the normal time. Restrict. As a result, it is possible to prevent a change in hold display that is different from the normal time from occurring in a plurality of display parts, and to prevent a plurality of display change conditions from being set. The confusion of the player due to difficulty in recognizing whether the display mode of the hold display is changed can be eliminated, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  As an example, it is determined in step S504 that a pre-reading notice effect of “hold display” by the hold display pattern HPB is executed, and the display portion in the start winning memory display area 5H is different from the normal display mode (advantageous). The first start winning opening and the second starting winning opening until the variable display corresponding to the hold display of the advantageous hold mode is started after the possibility of the advantageous display result is suggested by changing to the hold mode) Limiting the possibility of a disadvantageous display result by changing the display mode of the hold display corresponding to the new hold storage information due to the passing of the game ball to the disadvantage hold mode by the hold display pattern HPA To do.

  After it is suggested that the display mode of the hold display in a certain display part may be changed to the advantageous hold mode and become an advantageous display result, the display mode of the hold display in another display part is based on the occurrence of a new start prize. If it is suggested that there is a possibility that the disadvantageous holding state is changed to a disadvantageous display result, it gives an impression that a gaming state advantageous to the player, such as a high-accuracy and high-base state, ends in a short period of time. May decrease. Therefore, after suggesting the possibility of changing to the advantageous hold mode and the advantageous display result, it is necessary to respond to the new hold storage information until the variable display corresponding to the hold display changed to the advantageous hold mode is started. It is only necessary to limit the possibility that the display mode of the hold display to be changed to the disadvantage hold mode and result in the disadvantage display result, and not to give an impression that the advantageous gaming state ends in a short period of time.

  As another example, it is determined in the process of step S504 that the “hold display” pre-reading notice effect by the hold display pattern HPA is executed, and the display portion in the start winning memory display area 5H is different from the normal display display mode. After suggesting the possibility of a disadvantage display result by changing to (unfavorable hold mode), until the variable display corresponding to the hold display of the disadvantageous hold mode is started, the first start winning opening and the second start It is suggested that there is a possibility that an advantageous display result is obtained by changing the display mode of the hold display corresponding to the new hold storage information due to the passing of the game ball through the winning opening to the advantageous hold mode by the hold display pattern HPB. Limit.

  After it is suggested that the display mode of the hold display in one display part may be changed to the disadvantage hold mode and result in a disadvantage display result, the display form of the hold display in another display part based on the occurrence of a new start prize Even if it is suggested that there may be an advantageous display result due to the change to the advantageous hold mode, the probability change control in the high-accuracy and high-base state will end before becoming the advantageous display result before the advantageous display result. This may give the player the impression that the possibility of an advantageous display result is lost, which may reduce the interest of the game. Then, after suggesting the possibility of changing to the disadvantage hold mode and resulting in a disadvantage display result, it is possible to handle the new hold storage information until variable display corresponding to the hold display changed to the disadvantage hold mode is started. It is only necessary to limit the possibility that the display mode of the hold display to be changed to the advantageous hold mode and the possibility of an advantageous display result is suggested, and not to give the impression that the possibility of the advantageous display result is lost.

  FIG. 20 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the process executed in step S162 in FIG. 17 as the prefetch effect control process. In the prefetch effect control process shown in FIG. 20, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the operation valid flag is on (step S521). At this time, if the operation valid flag is off (step S521; No), the prefetch effect control process is terminated.

  When the operation valid flag is on in step S521 (step S521; Yes), it is determined whether or not an operation for detecting a predetermined operation by the player, such as a pressing operation on the push button 31B, is detected (step S522). ). At this time, when it is determined that no operation is detected (step S522; No), the prefetch effect control process is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined that the operation is detected (step S522; Yes), the operation detection information is updated so as to add 1 to the number of operations (step S523). Then, based on the updated operation detection information, it is determined whether or not a display change condition is satisfied (step S524).

  If the display change condition is not satisfied in step S524 (step S524; No), the prefetch effect control process is terminated. On the other hand, when the display change condition is satisfied (step S524; Yes), control is performed to change the display portion that is in the disadvantaged hold display in the start winning memory display area 5H to the normal hold display (step S525). . For example, the CPU 120 for effect control sends a predetermined display control command to the display control unit 123 to change the hold display in the disadvantage hold mode to the hold display at the normal time. As described above, since the display change condition is established based on the operation by the player, the display part changed to the disadvantage hold mode in the pre-reading notice effect of “hold display” is unlikely to be a disadvantage display result. The display mode is changed to a normal display mode that suggests. At this time, the operation valid flag is cleared and turned off (step S526), and then the prefetch effect control process is terminated.

  When the content of the notification at the time of starting winning is determined to execute the pre-reading effect by the process of step S504 shown in FIG. 18 corresponding to “There is a jackpot determination (other than 2R uncertain change)” or “No jackpot determination”. Is not a disadvantageous display result in the variable display that is subject to advance notice, but the display mode of the pending display changes to an unfavorable suspension mode that suggests the possibility of a disadvantageous display result. Thereafter, when it is determined that the display change condition is satisfied by the process of step S524 shown in FIG. 20, the hold display of the disadvantageous hold mode is changed to the hold display at the normal time by the process of step S525.

  In the process of step S504 shown in FIG. 18, the presence or absence of the pre-reading effect is determined at a rate as shown in FIG. 19A. Therefore, the notification content at the time of starting winning is “big hit determination (other than 2R uncertain change)” In the case of “no jackpot determination”, the ratio of changing the display mode of the hold display to the disadvantage hold mode varies depending on the second special figure hold memory number. Thereby, even if the hold display changes to the disadvantage hold mode, the expectation that an advantageous gaming state continues can be caused to change according to the number of reserved memories of the special figure game.

  In the process of step S504 shown in FIG. 18, the hold display pattern is determined at a rate as shown in FIG. 19B1, and the display change condition corresponding to the determination result is set by the process of step S507. Therefore, when the notification content at the time of starting winning is “no jackpot determination”, the display change condition for changing the hold display changed to the disadvantage hold mode to the normal display mode is the second special figure hold memory number. Depending on the condition, it is selected from a plurality of types of conditions at different ratios. This causes a change in the degree of difficulty in which the hold display changed to the disadvantaged hold mode is changed to the normal display mode according to the number of reserved memories of the special figure game, and it is disadvantageous to change to the disadvantage hold mode. It is possible to change a sense of expectation that an advantageous gaming state continues without being a display result.

  After the prefetch effect control process is executed in step S162 shown in FIG. 17, for example, the following step S170 is performed according to the value of the effect process flag provided in a predetermined area (such as an effect control flag setting unit) of the RAM 122. Any one of the processes of S176 is selected and executed.

  The variable display start waiting process in step S170 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “0”. The variable display start waiting process starts variable display of decorative symbols on the screen of the image display device 5 based on whether the first variation start command or the second variation start command from the main board 11 is received. The process etc. which determine whether or not are included. When the first variation start command or the second variation start command is received, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “1”.

  The variable display start setting process in step S171 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “1”. This variable display start setting process is performed on the screen of the image display device 5 in response to the start of variable display of special symbols in the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B. In order to perform the variable display of decorative symbols and other various effects, the process of determining the fixed decorative symbols and various effect control patterns according to the variation pattern of the special symbols and the type of display result is included. . When the variable display start setting process is executed, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “2”.

  The variable display effect process in step S172 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “2”. In the effect processing during variable display, the effect control CPU 120 performs various control data from the effect control pattern corresponding to the timer value in the effect control process timer provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 (such as an effect control timer setting unit). , And various kinds of effect control during the variable display of the decorative symbols are included. In addition, in the variable display effect process, in response to the reception of the symbol confirmation designation command transmitted from the main board 11, the finalized symbol as the final stop symbol that is the variable symbol display result is completely stopped. Processing to display (derived display) is included. Note that, in response to the end code being read from the predetermined effect control pattern, the finalized decorative symbol may be displayed in a complete stop (derived display). In this case, when the variable display time corresponding to the variation pattern designated by the variation pattern designation command has elapsed, the production control board 12 is autonomous even if it does not depend on the production control command from the main board 11. The fixed display pattern can be derived and displayed on the screen to determine the variable display result. After performing such effect control, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “3”.

  The special figure waiting process in step S173 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “3”. In this special figure waiting process, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not a hit start designation command transmitted from the main board 11 has been received. When the hit start designation command is received, the hit start designation command designates the start of the small hit gaming state, or the big hit game in the big hit type in which the hit start designation command is “2R uncertain change” Corresponding to the designation of the start of the state, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “4”, which is a value corresponding to the attacker short-term opening process. On the other hand, when the hit start designation command is received, the hit start designation command designates the start of the big hit gaming state in the big hit type of “16R probability change”, “13R probability change”, or “13R non-change probability”. If so, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “5”, which is a value corresponding to the normal attacker opening process. When the production control process timer times out without receiving a hit start designation command, it is determined that the special figure display result in the special figure game is “lost”, and the value of the production process flag is the initial value. Update to “0”.

  The attacker short-term opening process in step S174 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “4”. In this attacker short-term opening process, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern corresponding to the effect content in the big hit gaming state corresponding to the big hit type “2R uncertain change” or the small hit gaming state, etc. An effect image based on the set content is displayed in the display area of the image display device 5, a sound or sound effect is output from the speakers 8L and 8R by outputting a command (sound effect signal) to the sound control board 13, and lamp control A predetermined period in which the grand prize winning door as an attacker is opened only for a relatively short time, such as turning on / off / flashing the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED by outputting a command (electric decoration signal) to the substrate 14 Controls various performance operations. In the short-term opening process of the attacker, for example, in response to receiving a hit end designation command from the main board 11, the setting of the production state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is set to the probability variation latent mode, and the value of the production process flag Is updated to “0” which is an initial value.

  The attacker normal release process in step S175 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “5”. In this normal attacker opening process, the effect control CPU 120, for example, an effect control pattern corresponding to the effect contents in the big hit gaming state in any of the big hit types of “16R probability change”, “13R probability change”, or “13R non-change probability”. , Etc., and an effect image based on the set content is displayed in the display area of the image display device 5, and voice and sound effects are output from the speakers 8 </ b> L and 8 </ b> R by outputting a command (sound effect signal) to the sound control board 13. Until a relatively long time for the main prize winning door as an attacker, such as to output, to turn on / off / flash the game effect lamp 9 and the decorative LED by outputting a command (lighting signal) to the lamp control board 14 Various rendering operations are controlled in a predetermined period of time in the open state. In the normal attacker opening process, for example, in response to receiving a hit end designation command from the main board 11, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “6”, which is a value corresponding to the ending effect process.

  The ending effect process of step S176 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “6”. In this ending effect process, the effect control CPU 120 sets an effect control pattern or the like corresponding to the end of the big hit gaming state, for example, and displays an effect image based on the set content in the display area 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 and decoration are output by outputting the command (electric signal) to the lamp control board 14 Various effect controls such as turning on / off / flashing the LED are executed at the end of the big hit gaming state.

  FIG. 21 is a flowchart showing an example of processing executed in step S170 of FIG. 17 as variable display start waiting processing. In the variable display start waiting process shown in FIG. 21, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not a variation start command (first variation start command or second variation start command) transmitted from the main board 11 has been received. (Step S541). If a change start command has been received (step S541; Yes), it is determined whether or not the change of the second special figure corresponding to the reception of the second change start command is started (step S542). . When the change of the second special figure is started (step S542; Yes), for example, in the hold display state buffer for the second special figure as shown in FIG. The state of the display part corresponding to “1” is checked (step S543). The display part checked at this time is the display part on which the hold display corresponding to the current variable display started in response to the reception of the second variation start command is performed.

  Following the process of step S543, it is determined whether or not the check result of the display state is a disadvantageous hold display due to a prefetch notice effect of “hold display” (step S544). At this time, if it is determined that the display is disadvantageous hold (step S544; Yes), a setting is made to execute an effect operation predetermined as a specific effect (step S545), and the operation valid flag is cleared. An off state is set (step S546). As an example, in the process of step S545, based on the variable display result notified by the variable display result notification command transmitted from the main board 11, the special figure display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “2R uncertain change”. It is determined whether or not. Depending on the determination result, the effect mode (specific effect pattern) in the specific effect may be determined as one of a plurality of modes (a plurality of specific effect patterns) prepared in advance. In this way, it is possible to notify whether or not the big hit type is “2R non-probable” by changing the production mode in the specific effect depending on whether or not the big hit type is “2R non-probable”. Also good.

  Further, in the process of step S545, a plurality of aspects (specific effects patterns) of the effect mode (specific effect patterns) in the specific effect are obtained at different rates depending on the determination result of whether or not the big hit type is “2R uncertain change”. ) May be determined. In this way, it is suggested that the effect type in the specific effect is determined at different ratios depending on whether or not the big hit type becomes “2R uncertain change”, thereby suggesting the possibility that the big hit type becomes “2R uncertain change”. A specific effect may be executed.

  Corresponding to the specific effect pattern determined by the process of step S545, in the variable display start setting process of step S171 shown in FIG. 17, one of the effect control patterns prepared in advance is selected and set as the use pattern. That's fine. In this way, when the special game based on the hold storage information on which the disadvantageous hold display is performed without changing the disadvantageous hold display to the normal hold display, a predetermined effect operation as a specific effect is performed. .

  If it is determined in step S542 that the variation of the second special figure is not started (step S542; No), if it is determined in step S544 that the display is normally held (step S544; No), or After executing the process of S546, corresponding to the first special figure or the second special figure where the fluctuation starts, one hold display in the start winning memory display area 5H is deleted and the remaining hold display is displayed. Control to shift is performed (step S547). For example, when the variation of the first special figure is started, one display part (the display part corresponding to the hold display number “1”) among the display parts indicating the first special figure reservation storage number in the start winning storage display area 5H. ) Are deleted, and the display is shifted one by one toward the display part where the hold display in the other display parts (display parts corresponding to the hold display numbers “2” to “4”) is deleted. . Similarly, when the variation of the second special figure is started, one display part is deleted in the same manner, and a shift is made so that the display part in the other display part moves one by one toward the display part from which the display is deleted. Let Further, in the process of step S547, in correspondence with the first special chart or the second special chart where the fluctuation starts, each hold display number is stored in the first start winning command buffer 190A or the second starting winning command buffer 190B. Deletion or shift of the command stored in, and deletion or shift of data stored for each hold display number in the hold display status buffer may be performed. Thereafter, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “1” which is a value corresponding to the variable display start setting process (step S548), and the variable display start waiting process is ended.

  If no change start command is received in step S541 (step S541; No), effect control is performed while the variable symbol display is stopped (step S549), and then variable display start is performed. The waiting process is terminated. In the process of step S549, for example, the effect control CPU 120 may transmit a predetermined display control command to the display control unit 123, so that the image display device 5 displays a predetermined effect image constituting the demonstration screen. .

  FIG. 22 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a process executed in step S172 of FIG. 17 as the variable display effect process. In the variable display effect process shown in FIG. 22, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the variable display time corresponding to the variation pattern has elapsed based on, for example, an effect control process timer value (step S561). ). As an example, in the process of step S561, when the production control process timer value is updated (for example, 1 is subtracted) and an end code is read from the production control pattern corresponding to the updated production control process timer value, etc. It may be determined that the variable display time has elapsed.

  If the variable display time has not elapsed in step S561 (step S561; No), it is determined whether or not it is the specific effect execution period for executing the specific effect (step S562). The specific effect execution period may be determined in advance in the effect control pattern set as the use pattern corresponding to the specific effect pattern by the process of step S171 shown in FIG. When it is the specific effect execution period in step S562 (step S562; Yes), effect operation control for executing the specific effect is performed (step S563). In the process of step S563, various commands created based on the effect control execution data read from the effect control pattern are transmitted to the display control unit 123, the sound control board 13, the lamp control board 14, and the like. Thereby, a predetermined effect image is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, a predetermined sound effect is output from the speakers 8L and 8R, and the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED are turned on, blinked, or turned off. Or, it is only necessary that a specific effect can be executed by a predetermined effect device by combining some or all of them.

  When it is determined in step S562 that it is not the specific effect execution period (step S562; No), after executing the process of step S563, it is determined whether or not it is the reach effect execution period for executing the reach effect. Determination is made (step S564). The reach effect execution period may be determined in advance, for example, in the effect control pattern selected according to the variation pattern. When it is determined in step S564 that it is the reach effect execution period (step S564; Yes), effect operation control for executing the reach effect is performed based on, for example, effect control execution data read from the effect control pattern. (Step S565).

  When it is determined in step S564 that it is not the reach effect execution period (step S564; No), after executing the process of step S565, for example, setting in the effect control pattern selected corresponding to the variation pattern On the basis of the above, after performing the presentation operation control including the variable display operation of the decorative symbols (step S566), the variable display effect processing is ended.

  If the variable display time has elapsed in step S561 (step S561; Yes), it is determined whether or not a symbol confirmation command transmitted from the main board 11 has been received (step S567). At this time, if the symbol confirmation command is not received (step S567; No), the variable display effect processing is terminated and waits. If the predetermined time has elapsed without receiving the symbol confirmation command after the variable display time has elapsed, predetermined error processing is executed in response to the failure to successfully receive the symbol confirmation command. You may make it do.

  When a symbol confirmation command is received in step S567 (step S567; Yes), for example, in a variable display of decorative symbols such as transmitting a predetermined display control command to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 123, for example. Control is performed to derive and display the final stop symbol (definite decorative symbol) that is the display result (step S568). At this time, a predetermined fixed time is set as the hit start designation command reception waiting time (step S569). Thereafter, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “3” which is a value corresponding to the waiting process per special figure (step S570), and the effect process during variable display is ended.

  FIG. 23 illustrates an effect execution example in the case where the display change condition is satisfied after the pre-reading notice effect of “hold display” is started.

  In this case, for example, as shown in FIG. 23 (A), when the effect image “probably changing” indicating the high-accuracy base state is displayed and the decorative symbol is variably displayed, the second It is assumed that the hold display corresponding to the special figure hold storage number “2” is performed in the start winning storage display area 5H. At this time, it is assumed that two game balls have passed (entered) through the second start winning opening formed in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B. As a result, the second special figure holding storage number becomes “4”. Then, when the hold display corresponding to the second special figure hold memory number “4” is performed, it is determined to execute the prefetch effect by the process of step S504 shown in FIG. Then, by the processing in step S509, for example, as shown in FIG. 23B, the character indicating the symbol “x” is displayed at the display portion corresponding to the second special figure reservation storage number “4”. In this way, the pre-reading effect is started that suggests that the probability change control in the high-accuracy and high-base state may be terminated because the display result in the variable display to be notified is the disadvantageous display result.

  Along with the start of the pre-reading effect, for example, the operation valid flag is set to the on state by the process of step S508 shown in FIG. 18, so that a predetermined instruction operation (pressing operation, etc.) by the player with respect to a predetermined operation means such as the push button 31B is performed. ) Is an operation effective period in which the operation is effectively detected. In the operation valid period, for example, as shown in FIG. 23 (C1), it is only necessary to prompt the player to perform an instruction operation on the push button 31B by lighting an effect lamp built in the push button 31B.

  When the operation valid flag is on, the process of step S522 shown in FIG. 20 is executed, and the operation detection information is updated by the process of step S523 every time it is determined that there is an operation detected for the push button 31B. For example, when a continuous hitting operation is performed on the push button 31B as shown in FIG. 23 (C2), the operation detection information indicating the number of operations is updated. Moreover, you may change the character display in the display site | part used as a disadvantageous reservation aspect with the update of operation detection information. For example, as shown in FIG. 23 (D), in the display part corresponding to the number of second special figure hold memory number “4” in the disadvantage hold mode, every time an instruction operation to the push button 31B is detected, “ The display of the effect image is changed so that the crack of the character on which the symbol “x” is drawn increases.

  At this time, the ease of establishment of the display change condition may be suggested by the increase mode of the crack. As an example, in the hold display pattern HPA, by changing the display of the effect image so that the cracks of the character are less likely to increase than in the hold display pattern HPB, the display change condition is difficult to be satisfied, and there is a high possibility that a disadvantageous display result is obtained. If you can suggest. Thus, the disadvantage hold mode FH1 corresponding to the hold display pattern HPA and the disadvantage hold mode FH2 corresponding to the hold display pattern HPB are not limited to those different in the display mode when the execution of the prefetch effect is started. The display mode of the hold display that is changed according to the detection of the operation on the operation means such as the push button 31B may be changed.

  When it is determined that the display change condition is satisfied by the process of step S524 shown in FIG. 20, the process of step S525 is executed, for example, a character indicating a symbol “x” as shown in FIG. The display of the effect image is changed so as to return to the hold display at the normal time due to cracking. Returning to the hold display in the normal state in this manner may end the suggestion that the display result in the variable display to be a notice target may be a disadvantageous display result.

  When the presence or absence of the pre-reading effect is determined at a ratio as shown in FIG. 19A, the notification content at the time of starting winning is “big hit determination (2R uncertain change)” or “big hit determination is present (other than 2R uncertain change) ) ”, The prefetch effect is executed at a higher rate as the second special figure reservation storage number increases. And when there are many 2nd special figure holding | maintenance memory | storage numbers, since the time until the variable display used as notice object is started becomes long, the time which can perform a prefetch effect also becomes long. Therefore, the expectation that the variable display result will be “big hit” by executing the pre-reading effect is enhanced over a long period of time, and the agitation feeling that the big hit type is “2R uncertain change” and the probability change control is ended is prolonged. Can be increased over time.

  When the hold display pattern is determined at a rate as shown in FIG. 19 (B1), the second special figure hold memory is stored when the notification content at the time of starting winning is “Big hit determination is present (2R uncertain change)”. As the number increases, the hold display pattern HPA is determined at a higher rate. The disadvantage hold mode FH1 corresponding to the hold display pattern HPA suggests that there is a higher possibility of a disadvantage display result than the disadvantage hold mode FH2 corresponding to the hold display pattern HPB. And when there are many 2nd special figure holding | maintenance memory | storage numbers, since the time until the variable display used as notice object is started becomes long, the time which can perform a prefetch effect also becomes long. Therefore, when the pre-reading effect by the hold display pattern HPA is executed, the display mode of the hold display is changed to the disadvantage hold mode FH1, and the big hit type becomes “2R non-probability”, and the frustration feeling that the probability change control is ended is felt. Can be increased over a long period of time.

  As described above, by increasing the feeling of frustration that the probability variation control is ended, the player actively performs operations on the operation means such as the push button 31B so that the display change condition is satisfied. In this way, an operation with respect to the operation means such as the push button 31B can be promoted to increase the player's willingness to participate.

  FIG. 24 shows an effect execution example in the case where the variable display to be notified is started without the display change condition being satisfied after the pre-reading notice effect of “hold display” is started.

  In this case, for example, as shown in FIG. 24A, when the effect image “probably changing” indicating the high-accuracy base state is displayed and the decorative symbol is variably displayed, the second It is assumed that the pre-reading effect is executed in the hold display corresponding to the special figure hold memory number “2”. Then, in the operation effective period, for example, as shown in FIG. 24 (B1), if the effect lamp built in the push button 31B is turned on, the player's instruction operation to the push button 31B is encouraged. Good. Thereafter, when a continuous hitting operation is performed on the push button 31B as shown in FIG. 24B2, for example, the operation detection information indicating the number of times of operation is updated, and for example, as shown in FIG. The display of the effect image is changed so that the crack of the character on which the symbol “x” is drawn increases.

  In this performance execution example, variable display to be notified is started before it is determined that the display change condition is satisfied by the process of step S524 shown in FIG. At this time, the process of step S545 is executed based on the determination that the disadvantageous hold display is made in the process of step S544 shown in FIG. 21, so that, for example, an enemy as shown in FIG. A specific effect (so-called battle effect) in which the player performs a battle (battle) with the character CH1 and informs the player whether or not the result will be a disadvantageous display result depending on whether or not his / her character eventually wins. Is executed. As described above, the specific effect may be a display result notification effect that notifies whether or not the display result of variable display becomes a disadvantageous display result according to the effect result. Therefore, by executing the specific effect, it is possible to improve the fun of the game by increasing the feeling of frustration that the gaming state advantageous to the player ends.

  When the hold display pattern is determined at a rate as shown in FIG. 19 (B1), when the notification content at the time of starting winning is “Big hit determination is present (2R uncertain change)”, the hold display pattern is more than the hold display pattern HPB. The hold display pattern HPA is determined at a high rate. Then, as shown in FIG. 19 (B2), in the hold display pattern HPA, the display change condition is satisfied when the number of consecutive hits reaches “10”, so the display change condition when the number of consecutive hits reaches “5”. The display change condition is less likely to be established than the hold display pattern HPB in which is established. The specific effect is executed corresponding to the variable display when the variable display to be notified is started without the display change condition being satisfied. Therefore, when the pre-reading effect by the hold display pattern HPA is executed, it is notified that the specific effect is executed at a higher rate than when the pre-read effect by the hold display pattern HPB is executed, resulting in a disadvantageous display result. It becomes easy. In this way, if it is easy to be notified that a disadvantageous display result will be obtained when the specific effect is executed, the player actively operates the operation means such as the push button 31B so that the display change condition is satisfied. Become. In this way, an operation with respect to the operation means such as the push button 31B can be promoted to increase the player's willingness to participate.

  The present invention is not limited to the above embodiment, and various modifications and applications are possible. For example, the pachinko gaming machine 1 does not have to include all the technical features shown in the above embodiment, and the part described in the above embodiment so as to solve at least one problem in the prior art. It may be provided with the following structure.

  As a specific example, in the above-described embodiment, whether or not to perform the pre-reading effect is determined at a different ratio according to the second special figure holding memory number as shown in FIG. The display change condition corresponding to the pattern has been described as being determined at a different ratio according to the second special figure reservation storage number as shown in FIG. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the configuration for determining whether or not to execute the pre-reading effect at a different rate according to the second special figure reserved memory number and the second special figure reserved memory number. You may provide only any one among the structures for determining display change conditions in a different ratio.

  In the above embodiment, when it is determined that the pre-reading effect is being performed by the process of step S502 shown in FIG. 18, the process of step S504 or step S509 is performed regardless of the effect mode (display mode of the hold display). It has been described that the process of (1) is not executed to restrict the display mode of the hold display from being changed to a display mode different from the normal time. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a case where the change of the hold display different from the normal time and a case where the change is not limited may be provided depending on the display mode of the hold display.

  As an example, while changing the display mode of the hold display by the hold display pattern HPA and when changing the display mode of the hold display by the hold display pattern HPB, while the change by the hold display pattern HPA is limited, You may set so that the change by the display pattern HPB may not be restrict | limited. In the determination example shown in FIG. 19 (B1), when changing to the disadvantage hold mode FH2 by the hold display pattern HPB, the jackpot type is “2R non-increasing than when changing to the disadvantage hold mode FH1 by the hold display pattern HPA. This suggests that there is a low possibility that the result of “Probability” will be negative. In this way, when there is an unfavorable hold mode FH1 that suggests that there is a high possibility of being a disadvantageous display result and an unfavorable hold mode FH2 that suggests that there is a low possibility of being an unfavorable display result, “hold display” After changing the display part in the start winning memory display area 5H to the display mode of the hold display different from the normal time by the pre-reading notice effect, the first start winning opening until the variable display corresponding to the hold display is started. Alternatively, the display mode of the hold display corresponding to the new hold storage information due to the passing of the game ball through the second start winning opening may be restricted from being changed to the disadvantage hold mode FH1.

  In order to perform such a restriction, in the prefetching effect determination process, the presence or absence of the prefetching effect and the hold display pattern are determined by the process of step S504 regardless of whether or not it is determined that the prefetching effect is being performed by the process of step S502. To do. At this time, only when it is determined to be the hold display pattern HPA, it is determined whether or not the pre-reading effect is already being performed, and if it is during the pre-reading effect, the hold display pattern HPA is not changed to the unfavorable hold mode FH1. The process may be limited and the process may proceed to step S510.

  Further, instead of determining whether or not a pre-reading effect is being performed, it may be determined whether or not a pre-reading notice effect is being performed using the hold display pattern HPB. That is, when it is determined that the pre-reading effect by the hold display pattern HPB is already being performed, the hold display pattern HPA may be restricted so as not to change to the disadvantage hold mode FH1, and the process may proceed to step S510. In this way, it is decided to execute the pre-reading notice effect of “hold display” by the hold display pattern HPB, and the display portion in the start winning memory display area 5H is changed to a display mode (advantageous hold mode) different from normal display. After it is suggested that there is a possibility that an advantageous display result can be obtained by changing, the game ball moves the first start winning opening and the second starting winning opening until variable display corresponding to the hold display of the advantageous hold mode is started. Limit the display mode of the hold display corresponding to the new hold storage information due to passing so as not to suggest that the hold display pattern HPA is likely to be a disadvantage display result by changing to the disadvantage hold mode FH1 Also good. On the other hand, there is no restriction on the hold display that suggests that there is a low possibility that the disadvantage display result is changed by the hold display pattern HPB to the disadvantage hold mode FH2, and the display mode of the hold display is normal. You may make it increase the interest of a game by increasing the opportunity to change to a different display mode. Alternatively, since it is not limited to change to an advantageous hold mode that suggests the possibility of an advantageous display result, the display mode of the hold display enhances the expectation of an advantageous display result advantageous to the player, and enhances the interest of the game. Can be improved.

  Alternatively, depending on the display mode of the hold display, the ratio of changing the display mode of the hold display corresponding to the new hold storage information to a display mode different from the normal time may be high. For example, in the process of step S502, it is determined whether or not a pre-reading effect by the hold display pattern HPB is being performed. When it is determined that the pre-reading effect by the hold display pattern HPB is being performed, the pre-reading effect by the hold display pattern HPB is further executed at a higher rate than when it is determined that such a pre-reading effect is not being performed. As determined, a determined value or the like in the hold display pattern determination table may be set. In particular, when the content of the notification at the time of winning the start is “a big hit determination (other than 2R uncertain change)”, when it is determined that the pre-reading effect by the hold display pattern HPB is being performed, the pre-read by the hold display pattern HPB is further read Set so that the performance is easy to execute. In this way, it is decided to execute the pre-reading notice effect of “hold display” by the hold display pattern HPB, and the display portion in the start winning memory display area 5H is changed to a display mode (advantageous hold mode) different from normal display. After it is suggested that there is a possibility that an advantageous display result can be obtained by changing, the game ball moves the first start winning opening and the second starting winning opening until variable display corresponding to the hold display of the advantageous hold mode is started. The display mode of the hold display corresponding to the new hold storage information due to the passage is further easily changed to the advantageous hold mode by the hold display pattern HPB. Thereby, it is possible to enhance the sense of expectation resulting in advantageous display results advantageous to the player and improve the interest of the game.

  In the above embodiment, if it is determined that the pre-reading effect is being performed by the process of step S502 shown in FIG. 18, the process of step S504 or the process of step S509 is prohibited from being executed, thereby further pre-reading effect. In the above description, it is prohibited to change the display mode of the hold display to a display mode different from the normal mode. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, when the pre-reading effect is being performed, the display mode of the hold display is changed to a display mode different from the normal mode at a lower rate than when the pre-reading effect is not executed. Limits may be provided. In this case, for example, by executing the process of step S504 after executing the process of step S502 shown in FIG. 18, and selecting a different prefetch effect execution determination table according to the determination result by the process of step S502, When it is determined that the pre-reading effect is being performed, it may be determined that “the effect is performed” that executes the pre-reading effect at a lower rate than when it is determined that the pre-reading effect is not being performed. Alternatively, by selecting a different on-hold display pattern determination table according to the determination result of the process of step S502, when it is determined that the pre-reading effect is being performed, the rate is lower than when it is determined that the pre-reading effect is not being performed, You may make it determine to perform the prefetch notice by a specific holding | maintenance display pattern.

  As an example, it is determined in step S504 that a pre-reading notice effect of “hold display” by the hold display pattern HPB is executed, and the display portion in the start winning memory display area 5H is different from the normal display mode (advantageous). In response to the occurrence of a new start prize until the variable display corresponding to the hold display of the advantageous hold mode is started after the possibility of the advantageous display result is suggested by changing to the hold mode) The proportion determined to execute the pre-reading notice effect of “hold display” by the hold display pattern HPA may be lowered. This suggests the possibility that the hold display corresponding to the new hold storage information will change to the disadvantage hold mode and result in a disadvantage display until variable display corresponding to the hold display changed to the advantageous hold mode is started. Thus making it difficult to give an impression that an advantageous gaming state is completed in a short period of time.

  As another example, it is determined in the process of step S504 that the “hold display” pre-reading notice effect by the hold display pattern HPA is executed, and the display portion in the start winning memory display area 5H is different from the normal display display mode. Responding to the occurrence of a new starting prize until variable display corresponding to the hold display of the disadvantage hold mode is started after suggesting the possibility of becoming a disadvantage display result by changing to (unfavor hold mode) Then, the ratio determined to execute the pre-reading notice effect of “hold display” by the hold display pattern HPB may be lowered. This suggests that until the variable display corresponding to the hold display changed to the disadvantage hold mode is started, the hold display corresponding to the new hold storage information may change to the advantageous hold mode and become an advantageous display result. The probability that an advantageous display result is lost may be less likely to be given.

  Alternatively, when a pre-reading effect is further executed during the pre-reading effect, a limit is placed on the execution of further pre-reading effects so that the player has a display mode that is difficult to distinguish from the normal time compared to when the pre-reading effect is not performed. It may be provided. For example, after changing the hold display to the normal display mode, normal display such as translucent display with increased transparency or reduced display with reduced character size in a display image such as a character displayed in a pre-reading display You may make it superimpose on the hold display at the time. In this way, setting a restriction on changing the display mode of the hold display means not only prohibiting the change to the predetermined display mode, but also reducing the execution rate, Any concept may be used as long as the display mode is changed to an unrecognizable display mode.

  In the determination example shown in FIG. 19A in the above embodiment, when the pre-reading notice effect of “hold display” is executed, the special figure display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “2R uncertain change”. It explained that the possibility to become high. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and it is determined whether or not to execute the pre-reading notice effect of “hold display” at an arbitrary ratio according to the notification contents at the time of starting winning, the second special figure hold memory number, etc. Anything can be used.

  For example, in the above embodiment, when the content of the notification at the time of starting winning is “big hit determination (2R non-probable change)” or “big hit determination is (other than 2R non-probable change)”, the second special figure holding memory number is large. As the rate increases, the percentage determined as “execution execution” for executing the pre-reading effect increases. On the other hand, when the notification content at the time of starting winning is “no big hit determination”, the number of second special figure hold storage increases. Accordingly, the description has been given on the assumption that the ratio determined to “execution execution” for executing the pre-reading effect is low. On the other hand, when the notification content at the time of starting winning is “Big jackpot determination (2R uncertain change)”, the pre-reading effect is executed as the second special figure holding memory number increases, “with effect execution” On the other hand, when the determined content becomes lower, while the notification content at the time of starting winning is “With jackpot determination (other than 2R uncertain change)” or “Without jackpot determination”, as the number of second special figure hold memory increases, It may be set so that the ratio determined as “execution execution” for executing the pre-reading effect increases. Even if it does in this way, according to the holding | maintenance memory | storage number of a special figure game, even if a hold display changes to a disadvantage hold mode, it will produce a change in the expectation that an advantageous game state will continue without becoming a disadvantage display result. Can do. In such a setting, when the big hit type is “2R non-probable change”, the time in which the pre-reading effect can be executed is likely to be shortened, and the big hit type is “2R non-probable change” and the positive change control is ended. The production can be reduced and stretched so as to dramatically increase. In addition, when the big hit type is “2R uncertain change”, it becomes difficult to establish the display change condition, and the chance that the specific effect is executed without changing the hold display changed to the disadvantage hold mode is increased. Interest can be improved.

  In the determination example shown in FIG. 19B1 in the above embodiment, when the hold display changes to the disadvantage hold mode FH1 corresponding to the hold display pattern HPA, the hold display corresponding to the hold display pattern HPB. It has been described that there is a higher possibility that the special figure display result will be “big hit” and the big hit type will be “2R non-probable change” than when the change to disadvantageous hold mode FH2. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the hold display pattern is determined to be one of a plurality of patterns prepared in advance at an arbitrary ratio according to the notification contents at the time of starting winning or the number of the second special figure hold memory. Anything is acceptable.

  For example, in the above-described embodiment, when the notification content at the time of starting winning is “Big hit determination (2R non-probability change)”, the hold display pattern HPA is determined as the second special figure hold memory number increases. On the other hand, when the notification content at the time of starting winning is “no big hit determination”, the ratio determined to the hold display pattern HPA decreases as the number of second special figure hold memory increases. explained. On the other hand, when the content of the notification at the time of starting winning is “Big jackpot determination (2R uncertain change)”, the proportion determined as the hold display pattern HPA decreases as the number of second special figure hold memory increases. On the other hand, if the notification content at the time of winning a start is “no big hit determination”, the ratio determined to the hold display pattern HPA increases as the second special figure hold memory number increases. Good. Even if it does in this way, according to the number of holding | maintenance memory of a special figure game, while changing the hold display changed into the disadvantage hold mode to the normal display mode will change, it will change into a disadvantage hold mode. However, it is possible to change the expectation that the advantageous gaming state will continue without causing a disadvantageous display result. In such a setting, in response to the big hit type being “2R uncertain change”, the time in which the prefetch effect to be changed to the disadvantage hold mode FH1 is likely to be shortened, and the big hit type becomes “2R uncertain change”. Thus, the production can be reduced and tensioned so as to dramatically increase the feeling of frustration that the probability variation control ends. In addition, when the big hit type is “2R non-probable change”, it becomes difficult to establish the display change condition, and the chance that the specific effect is executed without changing the hold display changed to the disadvantage hold mode FH1 is increased. Can improve the interest of

  In the setting example of the hold display pattern shown in FIG. 19C, it has been described that the display change condition is predetermined corresponding to a plurality of hold display patterns. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the display change condition may be determined separately from the hold display pattern. As an example, the disadvantageous hold mode corresponding to the hold display pattern is determined at a different rate depending on the notification content at the time of start winning regardless of the second special figure hold storage number, while the display change condition is at the time of starting winning The notification content may be determined at a different rate depending on the number of second special figure reservation storage. More specifically, when the notification content at the time of the start winning prize is “There is a big hit determination (2R uncertain change)”, the operation content becomes more complicated as the display change condition as the second special figure holding memory number increases. Alternatively, it may be set so that the ratio determined to the number of operations is high. On the other hand, when the notification content at the time of winning the start is “no big hit determination”, as the number of second special figure hold memory increases, the display change condition becomes more complicated and the number of operations (number of repeated hits, etc.) You may set so that the ratio determined to many may become low. With these settings, if the number of second special figure hold storage is large when the operation change is complicated or the number of operations is large as the display change condition, the special figure display result is “big hit” and the big hit type Is likely to be “2R uncertain change”.

  Alternatively, when the notification content at the time of winning a start is “Big hit determination (2R uncertain change)”, as the number of second special figure hold memory increases, the display change condition becomes more complicated or the number of operations You may set so that the ratio determined to many may become low. On the other hand, when the notification content at the time of starting winning is “no big hit determination”, the display change condition is determined to be complicated or the operation frequency is increased as the number of second special figure holding storage increases. You may set so that the ratio may become high. With these settings, if the number of second special figure hold storage is large when the operation change is complicated or the number of operations is large as the display change condition, the special figure display result is “big hit” and the big hit type Is less likely to be “2R uncertain”.

  The display change condition is not limited to the conditions that can be established before the variable display is started, such as “10 consecutive button hits” and “5 consecutive button hits” shown in FIG. It may include a case where it cannot be established by the start of. And, when the notification content at the time of winning the start is “hit is determined (2R uncertain change)”, it is at a higher rate than the case where “hit is determined (other than 2R uncertain change)” or “no big hit determination”. Alternatively, it may be determined that the display change condition cannot be established. In addition, when the notification content at the time of winning the start is “Big hit is determined (2R uncertain change)”, the display change condition is always determined to be impossible, while “Big hit is determined (other than 2R uncertain change)” "Or" no big hit determination ", the display change condition may be determined to be unsatisfiable at a lower rate than other display change conditions. Even if the notification content at the time of winning the start is “With jackpot determination (other than 2R uncertain change)” or “Without jackpot determination”, the display change condition may be set so as not to be unsatisfiable. Good. Thus, if the hold display corresponding to the variable display whose variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “2R uncertain change” changes to the disadvantageous display mode, the display mode is changed as the display change condition cannot be satisfied. On the other hand, if the hold display corresponding to the variable display of the predetermined result in which the big hit type is not “2R uncertain change” is changed to the disadvantage display mode, the disadvantage display result may be obtained when the display change condition is satisfied. You may change to the display mode which suggests that property is low. Thereby, the expectation that the gaming state advantageous to the player continues can be increased, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  Further, the display change condition is not limited to the condition that can be established based on the detection of the player's operation on the operation means such as the push button 31B, for example, by the process of step S547 shown in FIG. It may be established when the hold display is shifted. In this case, in the process of step S547, it is determined using the stored data in the hold display state buffer or the like whether there is an unfavorable hold display among the shifted hold displays. When it is determined that there is an unfavorable hold display, it is determined whether or not the display change condition is satisfied at a predetermined rate. At this time, the determination ratio as to whether or not the display change condition is satisfied may be set to be different according to a plurality of types of hold display patterns. If it is determined that the display change condition is satisfied, the condition satisfaction flag may be set to an on state. In the prefetch effect control process shown in FIG. 20, if the process of step S524 is executed without executing the processes of steps S521 to S523 and it is determined that the display change condition is satisfied if the condition satisfaction flag is on. Good.

  Whether or not the display change condition is satisfied is determined when the display part corresponding to the hold display number “1” becomes disadvantageous hold display, and the display part corresponding to the hold display number other than “1”. It may not be performed when is in disadvantageous hold display. Alternatively, every time it is determined in step S547 that there is an unfavorable hold display, it may be determined whether or not the display change condition is satisfied. When the display part corresponding to the hold display number “1” is disadvantageous hold display, the display part corresponding to the hold display number other than “1” is higher than when the display part corresponding to the hold display number is disadvantageous hold display. The display change condition may be satisfied.

  The display change condition is not limited to that established according to the player's number of operations (number of consecutive hits) on the push button 31B. For example, a predetermined instruction operation (pressing operation, etc.) on the push button 31B is continuously performed. It may be established according to the operation time (long press time). Alternatively, in addition to the push button 31B, a setting is made so that a part or all of the display change condition is satisfied according to a predetermined instruction operation (such as a tilting operation of the operating rod or a push-pull operation of the trigger button) on the stick controller 31A. May be.

  The configuration for detecting an instruction input by such a player is not limited to the one using the stick controller 31A or the push button 31B, and for example, a touch panel capable of a touch operation or a press operation may be used. Further, for example, a sensor that can detect a predetermined instruction input action by a player, such as an infrared sensor, an ultrasonic sensor, a CCD sensor, or a CMOS sensor, may be used. The result of photographing a player's hand using a predetermined camera may be analyzed (video motion capture) to detect an instruction input by the player. That is, the configuration for detecting an instruction input by the player may be any configuration that can detect a predetermined instruction input action by the player mechanically, electrically, or electromagnetically.

  When the display change condition is satisfied after changing the display mode of the hold display to a display mode (unfavorable hold mode or advantageous hold mode) different from the normal mode, the display mode is not limited to the normal mode. Furthermore, you may change to the predetermined mode different from normal time. As an example, when the display change condition is satisfied after changing to the disadvantage hold mode FH2 by the hold display pattern HPB, the advantage hold mode suggests that there is a high possibility of an advantageous display result in the variable display to be notified. It may be changed. In addition, for example, when the notification content at the time of winning the start is “hit is determined (other than 2R uncertain change)”, the display is changed after the hold display is changed to the disadvantage hold mode because it is determined to execute the prefetch effect. When the condition is satisfied, the hold display in the disadvantage hold mode may be changed to the advantageous hold mode. Alternatively, when the notification content at the time of winning the start is “hit is determined (other than 2R non-probability change)”, when the hold display is changed to the disadvantage hold mode, the hold display is disadvantageously held when the other notification contents are The hold display pattern may be determined so that the hold display is changed to the advantageous hold mode when the display change condition is satisfied at a higher rate than when the mode is changed. Thus, by changing the hold display to the advantageous hold mode when the display change condition is satisfied, it is possible to enhance the expectation of an advantageous display result advantageous to the player and improve the interest of the game.

  The pre-reading effect is not limited to the one in which the “hold display” pre-reading notice effect is executed, and any effect may be executed before the variable display to be notified is started. As an example, by displaying an effect image showing a predetermined character during variable display of decorative symbols, a “character display” that suggests the possibility that the variable display result may be a “hit” in the variable display to be notified A pre-reading notice effect may be executed. In this case, instead of the “hold display” prefetching notice effect, the “character display” prefetching notice effect may be executed, or the “character display” prefetching notice effect is executed together with the “hold display” prefetching notice effect. May be.

  In the process of step S504 shown in FIG. 18, it is determined whether or not to execute the pre-reading notice effect of “character display” in the above-described embodiment in the pre-reading notice effect of “hold display” shown in FIG. Similarly to the determination example of, it may be determined at a different ratio according to the notification content at the time of starting winning, the number of second special figure hold memory, and the like. When it is determined that the pre-reading effect is to be executed, the notice effect pattern corresponding to the effect mode in the pre-reading notice effect of “character display” is determined as the hold display pattern shown in FIG. 19 (B1) in the above embodiment. Similarly to the example, it may be determined as any one of a plurality of patterns prepared in advance at a different ratio depending on the notification content at the time of starting winning, the number of second special figure holding memory, and the like. The pre-reading notice effect of “character display” may be started immediately after the start winning is generated by performing the same start control as the processing in step S509 shown in FIG. Execution may be started in response to.

  In the pre-reading notice effect of “character display”, first, an effect image showing a predetermined character is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, and the jackpot type is “2R non-probable change” when in a highly accurate high base state. This suggests the possibility that probability variation control will end. That is, in the pre-reading notice effect of “character display”, an effect image indicating a predetermined character is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, so that the effect mode during variable display of decorative symbols is disadvantageous for the player. Change to a disadvantage suggestion mode that suggests the possibility of a disadvantage display result. Subsequently, an operation effective period for effectively detecting an operation of the push button 31B by the player, for example, in a predetermined period such as a period until the variable display to be notified is started. Then, when a predetermined effect change condition is established based on the operation detected within the operation effective period, for example, the display of the effect image indicating the character is terminated, and thus the effect mode that is the disadvantage suggestion mode is It changes to the production | presentation aspect which suggests that the possibility of becoming a display result is low. Similar to the display change condition in the above embodiment, the effect change condition may be determined in advance so as to be established with different operation contents depending on the determination result of the notice effect pattern.

  FIG. 25 shows an effect execution example when the effect change condition is satisfied after the pre-reading notice effect of “character display” is started.

  In this case, for example, as shown in FIG. 25A, when the effect image “probably changing” indicating the high-accuracy base state is displayed and the decorative symbol is variably displayed, the second It is assumed that it is decided to execute the pre-reading notice effect of “character display” based on the occurrence of the start winning with the special figure holding memory number “3”. At this time, the effect image is displayed such that the enemy character CH1 appears by the same processing as in step S509 shown in FIG. After that, until the effect change condition is satisfied, for example, as shown in FIG. 25B, the effect image indicating the character CH1 is continuously displayed. The effect image indicating the character CH1 is not limited to the one that is continuously displayed until the effect change condition is satisfied. For example, a display that exits the screen before the variable display ends is performed. If the effect change condition is not satisfied, it may be displayed so as to appear again when the next variable display is started.

  Along with the start of such a pre-reading effect, a predetermined instruction operation by a player with respect to a predetermined operation means such as the push button 31B is set by turning on the operation valid flag by the same processing as in step S508 shown in FIG. This is an operation valid period during which (such as a pressing operation) is effectively detected. In the operation valid period, for example, as shown in FIG. 25 (C1), it is only necessary to prompt the player to perform an instruction operation on the push button 31B by lighting an effect lamp built in the push button 31B.

  When the operation valid flag is on, the same processing as step S522 shown in FIG. 20 is executed, and every time it is determined that the operation is detected for the push button 31B, the operation detection information is obtained by the same processing as step S523. Updated. For example, when a continuous hitting operation is performed on the push button 31B as shown in FIG. 25 (C2), the operation detection information indicating the number of operations is updated. Moreover, you may change the display mode of the production image which shows character CH1 with the update of operation detection information. Thereafter, when it is determined that the effect change condition is satisfied by the same process as in step S524 shown in FIG. 20, the same process as in step S525 is executed, for example, as shown in FIG. An effect image in which the character CH1 exits from the screen is displayed, and the pre-reading notice effect of “character display” ends. By returning to the effect mode in the normal time in this way, it is only necessary to end the suggestion that the display result in the variable display to be notified is a disadvantageous display result.

  When it is determined whether or not to execute the pre-reading notice effect of “character display” at the same rate as in the determination example shown in FIG. When “2R non-probable change” or “Big hit determination exists (other than 2R non-probable change)”, the pre-reading effect is executed at a higher rate as the number of second special figure holding memory increases. And when there are many 2nd special figure holding | maintenance memory | storage numbers, since the time until the variable display used as notice object is started becomes long, the time which can perform a prefetch effect also becomes long. Therefore, the expectation that the variable display result will be “big hit” by executing the pre-reading effect is enhanced over a long period of time, and the agitation feeling that the big hit type is “2R uncertain change” and the probability change control is ended is prolonged. Can be increased over time.

  When the notice effect pattern is determined at the same rate as in the determination example shown in FIG. 19B1, when the notification content at the time of starting winning is “big hit determination (2R uncertain change)”, 2 As the number of special figure reservations increases, it is determined to be a notice effect pattern that suggests that there is a high possibility that a disadvantageous display result will be obtained at a high rate. And when there are many 2nd special figure holding | maintenance memory | storage numbers, since the time until the variable display used as notice object is started becomes long, the time which can perform a prefetch effect also becomes long. Therefore, the prefetching effect based on the notice effect pattern suggesting that there is a high possibility of being a disadvantageous display result is executed, so that the big hit type becomes “2R non-probability” and the frustration feeling that the probability change control ends is prolonged. Can be increased over time.

  As described above, by increasing the feeling of frustration that the probability variation control is ended, the player actively performs operations on the operation means such as the push button 31B so that the display change condition is satisfied. In this way, an operation with respect to the operation means such as the push button 31B can be promoted to increase the player's willingness to participate.

  FIG. 26 shows an effect execution example in a case where after the pre-reading notice effect of “character display” is started, the variable display to be noticed is started without the effect changing condition being satisfied.

  In this case, for example, as shown in FIG. 26A, when the effect image “probably changing” indicating the high-accuracy base state is displayed and the decorative symbol is variably displayed, the second It is assumed that it is decided to execute the pre-reading notice effect of “character display” based on the occurrence of the start winning with the special figure holding memory number “2”. Since the effect change condition is not satisfied, the effect image indicating the character CH1 is continuously displayed as shown in FIG. 26B, for example. In the operation valid period, for example, as shown in FIG. 26 (C1), the player may be instructed to operate the push button 31B by lighting an effect lamp built in the push button 31B. Thereafter, for example, when a continuous hitting operation is performed on the push button 31B as shown in FIG. 26 (C2), the operation detection information indicating the number of operations is updated. At this time, the display mode of the effect image indicating the character CH1 may be changed.

  In this effect execution example, the second special figure holding memory number becomes “0” before it is determined that the effect change condition is satisfied by the same process as step S524 shown in FIG. 20, and FIG. The variable display to be notified is started as shown in FIG. At this time, the processing similar to step S545 is executed based on the determination that the disadvantage suggesting effect is executed in the same processing as in step S544 shown in FIG. A specific effect (so-called battle effect) as shown in E) is executed. In this way, when the variable display to be notified is started without the effect change condition being satisfied and it is determined that the pre-reading effect of the disadvantage suggestion mode is executed, the variable display result is displayed in a disadvantageous manner according to the effect result. It is only necessary to execute a specific effect that notifies whether or not the result is obtained.

  When the notice effect pattern is determined at the same rate as in the determination example shown in FIG. 19B1, it is disadvantageous when the notification content at the time of winning the start is “Big hit determination (2R uncertain change)”. The notice effect pattern suggesting that there is a high possibility of being a display result is determined. Then, like the setting example of the hold display pattern shown in FIG. 19 (B2), in the notice effect pattern that suggests that there is a high possibility of being a disadvantageous display result, the effect change condition is more effective than the other notice effect patterns. It becomes difficult to be established. The specific effect is executed in response to the variable display when the variable display to be notified is started without the effect change condition being satisfied. Therefore, when the pre-reading effect by the notice effect pattern suggesting that there is a high possibility of being a disadvantageous display result, it is easy to be notified that the specific effect is executed at a high rate and the disadvantageous display result is obtained. In this way, if it is easy to be notified that a disadvantageous display result is obtained when a specific effect is executed, the player actively operates the operation means such as the push button 31B so that the effect change condition is satisfied. Become. In this way, an operation with respect to the operation means such as the push button 31B can be promoted to increase the player's willingness to participate.

  Even when such a “character display” pre-reading notice effect is executed, when it is determined that the pre-reading effect is being performed by the same process as in step S502 shown in FIG. 18, this corresponds to step S504 or step S509. Prevent processing from being executed. Accordingly, after the pre-reading notice effect of “character display” is started and changed to an effect mode different from the normal time, until the variable display to be noticed is started, the first start winning opening and the second starting winning opening are obtained. Based on the occurrence of a new start prize due to the passing of the game ball, it is further limited that the pre-reading effect is executed and the effect mode is changed. This prevents duplication of the production mode different from the normal time and prevents a plurality of production change conditions from being set, and recognizes which production change conditions are established and the production mode is changed. It is possible to eliminate the confusion of the player due to difficulty, and improve the interest of the game.

  In addition, the specific examples, subordinate concepts, applicable modifications, and applications described in the above embodiments are also applicable when the pre-reading notice effect of “character display” is executed without departing from the gist of the present invention. May be. For example, when the production change condition is satisfied, the production mode is not limited to the normal production mode, and may be changed to a production mode different from the normal production mode. As an example, after the pre-reading notice effect of “Character display” is started based on the notice content of “Big jackpot determination (other than 2R uncertain change)” at the time of starting winning prize, You may make it change into the advantageous suggestion aspect which suggests that possibility of becoming an advantageous display result is high in the variable display used as object. As described above, when the effect change condition is satisfied, the effect mode is changed to the advantageous suggestion mode, so that an expectation that is an advantageous display result advantageous to the player can be enhanced and the interest of the game can be improved.

  In addition, the pre-reading notice effect of “character display” may be executed as a part of an ordinary drawing interlocking effect in which the presence / absence or type of execution is determined with the start of the variable symbol display of normal symbols. It may be executed together with the figure linkage effect. The usual-game linkage effect is an effect of notifying whether or not the variable winning ball device 6B is controlled to be in a state (for example, an open state) in which a game ball is likely to enter (pass) the second starting winning opening. In the usual figure linked effect, for example, in a predetermined display area (such as a usual figure linked effect execution area) provided on the screen of the image display device 5, a display is made such that rotation of the slot or roulette is started. When the variable symbol display result of the normal symbol is “per symbol”, the symbol indicating “◯” is stopped and displayed, and the second start winning opening is in an open state (expanded open state). This is notified so that the player can recognize. On the other hand, when the variable symbol display result of the normal symbol is “ordinary losing”, the symbol indicating “x” is stopped and displayed, and the second start winning opening is in the open state (expanded open state). The player is informed so that the player can recognize. In addition to the normal symbol variable display result, the universal symbol linkage effect may indicate a possibility that the variable symbol display result of the special symbol may be a “hit”. For example, after displaying that the slot or roulette rotation is started, the character of “chance” is displayed, or the character of “Gekiatsu” is displayed, so that the variable display mode of the decorative pattern is reached. It is only necessary to be able to suggest that there is a possibility of becoming an aspect, and that the variable display result may be “big hit” or “small hit”.

  In such an ordinary map-linked effect, for example, after a display that starts rotation of a slot or roulette is performed, a pre-reading notice effect of “character display” is displayed in a predetermined display area (such as an ordinary-frame-linked effect execution area). By displaying the effect image showing the character CH1 in the case, the variable display with the variable display result “big hit” and the big hit type “2R non-probable” may be held and stored, resulting in a disadvantageous display result. You may suggest.

  Instead of an effect suggesting the possibility of a disadvantageous display result by displaying such an effect image, or together with an effect by displaying the effect image, sound effect output from the speakers 8L and 8R, the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED lighting operation, operation of a movable member provided inside or outside the game area, or a predetermined presentation operation in any presentation device including a combination of some or all of these may cause a disadvantageous display result Arbitrary effects suggesting the possibility of a result or an advantageous display result may be executed. In this case, as in the above-described embodiment, whether or not to execute an effect and which of the effects to be performed is determined by the notification content at the time of starting winning, the number of second special figure reserved memory, etc. What is necessary is just to be determined by the predetermined ratio according to.

  The probability change control in the high-accuracy state such as the high-accuracy high-base state is not limited to the one that ends in response to the big hit gaming state based on the fact that the big hit type is determined to be “2R non-probable change”. A probability variation falling lottery may be performed for determining, at a predetermined ratio, whether or not there is a probability variation fall that ends probability variation control based on the establishment of the start condition.

  In this case, for example, after executing one of the processes of steps S234 and S238 shown in FIG. 9, the probability variation fall determination process may be executed before executing the process of step S239. In the probability variation fall determination process, it is determined whether or not the probability variation control is being performed. If it is determined that the probability variation control is not being performed, the probability variation fall determination process is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the probability variation control is being performed, it is determined whether or not there is a probability variation fall that ends the probability variation control. The CPU 103 selects a probability variation fall determination table prepared by, for example, storing it in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 in advance, and sets it as a use table for determining whether or not there is a probability variation fall. In the probability variation fall determination table, the numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random value for probability variation fall determination results in the decision result of “with certain variation fall” that ends probability variation control and “probability variation that continues without terminating probability variation control”. It is only necessary to be assigned to the determination result of “no fall”. For example, the CPU 103 extracts the numerical data indicating the random number value for the probability variation fall determined by the random number circuit 104 or a predetermined random counter, and determines the presence or absence of the probability variation fall by referring to the probability variation fall determination table. Good.

  After that, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the result of determining whether or not there is a probability change fall is “there is a probability change fall”. At this time, if it is determined that “no probability change falls”, the probability change fall determination process ends. On the other hand, if it is determined that there is a “probable fall”, for example, the probability change fall flag provided in a predetermined area (such as a game control flag setting unit) of the RAM 102 is set to the ON state, and then the probability change fall determination is performed. The process ends.

  In the process of step S239 shown in FIG. 9, when the probability change fall flag is on, the special figure display result is “big hit” at a ratio corresponding to “no probability change control” shown in FIG. It may be determined whether or not to control. Alternatively, even when the probability change fall flag is on, it is determined whether or not to control the big hit gaming state with the special figure display result as “big hit” at a rate corresponding to “with probability change control” shown in FIG. May be.

  The random number value for determining the probability variation fall used in the probability variation fall lottery is extracted as a game random number at the time of starting winning by the processing of step S209 shown in FIG. At the same time, it may be stored as the hold data in the first special figure storage unit 151A and the second special figure storage unit 151B. In the winning random number determination process in step S211, it is determined whether or not “there is a probability variation fall” is determined based on the random number value for the probability variation fall extracted during the probability variation control. Based on the setting of the notification content according to the determination result, the setting for transmitting the start opening winning designation command may be performed. At this time, by setting the EXT data corresponding to the determination result as to whether or not it is determined to be “probably falling”, a start opening winning designation command having different EXT data according to the notification content is transmitted. That's fine. In the processing of step S504 shown in FIG. 18, the notification content at the time of the start winning in the above embodiment is “There is a big hit determination (2R uncertain change)”, and the notification content at the time of the start winning is “probable change fall”. In this case, the presence / absence of the pre-reading effect, the hold display pattern, or the notice effect pattern may be determined.

  Alternatively, the probability change control in the high-accuracy state such as the high-accuracy high-base state may be terminated when the number of variable displays after the end of the big hit gaming state reaches a predetermined number (for example, “70” or the like). . In this case, before the variable display is executed a predetermined number of times after the end of the big hit gaming state, whether or not the variable display result becomes “big hit” again before the variable display is executed and is controlled to the big hit gaming state. Any effect that suggests may be executed. In the process of step S504 shown in FIG. 18, for example, a start winning for executing the final variable display for which the probability variation control is performed is performed based on, for example, the added value of the current variable display count and the second special figure reserved storage count. It is determined whether or not it has occurred, and if it is determined that it has occurred, the variable display result becomes “big hit” before the final variable display is executed, and the advantageous display result in which the probability variation control is performed again. In other words, the presence / absence of a pre-reading effect, a hold display pattern, or a notice effect pattern may be determined to indicate whether the variable display result is not a “big hit” but a disadvantageous display result in which the probability variation control ends.

  In the above embodiment, the game state in which the probability variation control is performed in the high probability state such as the high probability high base state is regarded as a gaming state advantageous to the player, and the probability variation control is performed again after the big hit gaming state is finished. It has been described that the result is the advantageous display result, and the display result in which the probability variation control is not performed after the end of the big hit gaming state is the disadvantageous display result. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a display result that is controlled again to an arbitrary gaming state advantageous to the player is displayed as an advantageous display, while a display result that is not controlled to the advantageous gaming state is displayed as a disadvantageous display result. Anything that has been done. In addition to a special game state such as a short time state, the game state advantageous to the player includes a first game in which the upper limit number of round games that can be executed in the big hit game state is larger than the second round number (for example, “7”). The first number of times (for example, “100”) in which the upper limit number of variable displays that can be executed in the gaming state and the short time state determined by the number of rounds (for example, “15”) is greater than the second number (for example, “50”). The probability that the jackpot probability in the probability variation state becomes a first probability (for example, 1/20) higher than the second probability (for example, 1/20), and is controlled repeatedly in the jackpot gaming state without being controlled in the normal state. A game situation that is more advantageous for the player, such as part or all of the fact that the number of consecutive chunks, which is the number of times, becomes a first consecutive number of chunks (eg, “10”) greater than the second consecutive number of chunks (eg, “5”) When Rukoto may be included.

  In the above embodiment, in order to notify the CPU 120 for effect control of the variable pattern indicating the variable display mode such as the variable display time of the decorative symbol and the type of reach effect, one variable pattern is specified when variable display is started. Although an example in which a command is transmitted is shown, the variation pattern may be notified to the effect control CPU 120 by two or more commands. Specifically, in the case of notifying by two commands, the gaming control microcomputer 100 uses the first command as the presence or absence of a so-called quasi-ream, the presence or absence of a slip effect, etc. before reaching (if not reaching) Transmits a command indicating the variable display time and variable display mode before the so-called second stop, and the second command is a reach after reaching reach such as the type of reach and the presence / absence of a re-lottery effect (reach and reach) If not, a command indicating a variable display time or a variable display mode after the so-called second stop may be transmitted. In this case, the effect control CPU 120 may perform effect control in variable display based on the variable display time derived from the two commands. In the game control microcomputer 100, the variable display time is notified by each of the two commands, and a specific variable display mode executed at each timing is selected by the effect control CPU 120. It may be. When sending two commands, the two commands may be transmitted within the same timer interrupt, or after a predetermined time has elapsed after the first command is transmitted (for example, in the next timer interrupt). ) A second command may be transmitted. In addition, the variable display mode indicated by each command is not limited to this example, and the order of transmission can be changed as appropriate. In this way, by notifying the variation pattern by two or more commands, it is possible to reduce the amount of data to be stored and prepared in advance as the variation pattern designation command.

  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 winning balls, but includes an enclosure that encloses gaming balls and gives points in response to detection of winning balls It can also be applied to a type game machine.

  The present invention can also be applied to an apparatus such as a game machine that simulates the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 1. The program and data for realizing the above-described embodiment are not limited to a form distributed and provided to a computer apparatus or the like by a detachable recording medium, but a storage apparatus that the computer apparatus or the like has in advance. You may take the form that is distributed by pre-installing. Furthermore, the program and data for realizing the present invention are distributed by downloading from other devices on a network connected via a communication line or the like by providing a communication processing unit. It doesn't matter. The game embodiment is not only executed by attaching a removable 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.

  As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the above-described embodiment, an advantageous display result may be obtained by changing the display part in the start winning storage display area 5H to the on-hold display in the on-hold display pattern HPB. Until the variable display corresponding to the hold display of the advantageous hold mode is started, the display mode of the hold display corresponding to the new hold storage information is changed to the disadvantage hold mode by the hold display pattern HPA. This restricts the possibility of a disadvantageous result. Thereby, it is possible to increase the sense of expectation for the advantageous state and improve the interest of the game without giving an impression that the gaming state advantageous to the player such as the high-accuracy high-base state is finished in a short period of time.

  In the process of step S504 shown in FIG. 18 or the like, for example, it is determined whether or not to execute the pre-reading effect at the rate shown in FIG. And, for example, when the notification content at the time of winning a start is “Big hit determination (other than 2R uncertain change)” or “No big hit determination” or “No big hit determination”, when the variable display subject to advance notice does not result in a disadvantageous display result, After the pre-reading notice effect of “hold display” is executed to place the hold display in an unfavorable hold mode, when it is determined in step S524 shown in FIG. By changing back to the mode, the display mode is changed to suggest that there is a low possibility of being a disadvantageous display result. In the determination example shown in FIG. 19A, it is determined whether or not to execute the pre-reading effect at a different rate depending on the second special figure holding memory number. Therefore, even if the hold display changes to the disadvantage hold mode, the expectation that the advantageous game state will continue without changing to the disadvantage display result is changed according to the number of reserved memories of the special game, thereby improving the interest of the game Can be made.

  In the process of step S504 shown in FIG. 18, for example, it is determined whether or not to execute the prefetch effect at the rate shown in FIG. 19 (B1). In the determination example shown in FIG. 19 (B1), the hold display pattern is determined to be one of a plurality of patterns at a different rate according to the second special figure hold memory number. The hold display pattern corresponds to the display change condition as shown in FIG. In other words, the display change condition for changing the disadvantage hold mode is determined as one of a plurality of conditions at a different rate according to the second special figure hold memory number. As a result, the difficulty level of changing the hold display that has changed to the disadvantage hold mode to a display mode that is unlikely to be a disadvantage display result will change according to the number of hold memories of the special game, Interest can be improved.

  Even when the pre-reading notice effect of “character display” is executed, the pre-reading effect is executed at a different rate according to the second special figure holding memory number, as in the determination example shown in FIG. It is determined whether or not to do so. Therefore, even if it is suggested that the pre-reading notice effect of “character display” is executed and a disadvantageous display result is suggested, the expectation that an advantageous gaming state will continue without becoming a disadvantageous display result will be stored in the special game. By changing according to the number, the interest of the game can be improved.

  Even when the pre-reading notice effect of “character display” or the like is executed, the notice effect pattern has different ratios according to the number of second special figure holding memory as in the determination example shown in FIG. One of a plurality of patterns is determined. The notice effect pattern corresponds to the effect change condition as in the setting example shown in FIG. In other words, the effect changing condition for changing the disadvantage suggestion mode is determined as one of a plurality of conditions at a different rate according to the second special figure reservation storage number. As a result, the difficulty level of changing the effect executed in the disadvantage suggestion mode to the effect mode that is unlikely to be a disadvantage display result will change according to the number of reserved memories of the special game, Interest can be improved.

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 100... Game control microcomputer 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

Claims (1)

A gaming machine that performs variable display and can be controlled to a specific state advantageous to the player,
Control means capable of controlling an advantageous state advantageous to the player, unlike the specific state, based on the establishment of a predetermined condition after the specific state is completed,
Determining whether to control to the specific state, and when it is determined to control to the specific state in the advantageous state, an advantageous display result that is controlled again to the advantageous state after the end of the specific state; A determining means for determining which one of the disadvantageous display results that are not controlled to the advantageous state after the end of the specific state;
A hold display means for performing a hold display corresponding to a variable display that has not yet started,
The display mode of the hold display includes an advantageous hold mode that suggests that it is controlled to the advantageous state, and a disadvantageous hold mode that indicates that it is not controlled to the advantageous state,
After the display mode of the hold display becomes the advantageous hold mode, until the variable display corresponding to the hold display is started, the display mode of the hold display newly displayed on the hold display unit is the disadvantage hold Further comprising a display change restriction means for restricting being an aspect,
During the variable display corresponding to the hold display that has become the disadvantage hold mode, a specific effect is executed.
A gaming machine characterized by that.