JP2016104436A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To improve game amusement.SOLUTION: Whether a random number value for special pattern variation pattern type determination is within the range of a specific pattern common range is determined. In a variation pattern type determination table to be used in the case that a special pattern display result is a "failure", a variation pattern type CA2-3 including a variation pattern accompanied with at least a super ready-to-win β is determined if a random number value for special pattern variation pattern type determination is within the range of "230" to "250" regardless of a game state and a special pattern reservation memory number. Whether to decide a variation pattern accompanied with a super ready-to-win β is determined by determining whether the random number value coincides with any of the same decision values set to at least a portion of decision values corresponding to the variation pattern type CA2-3 including a variation pattern accompanied with such a super ready-to-win β. Setting is sometimes performed so as not to perform such a determination.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 26

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 controls it in an advantageous state advantageous to a player.

  In gaming machines such as pachinko machines, variable display is performed by updating or scrolling predetermined identification information (also referred to as display symbols) on a display device such as a liquid crystal display (hereinafter referred to as LCD). There are a number of games that have been enhanced by a so-called variable display game that determines whether or not to give a predetermined game value based on the display result (variable display result).

  As an example of a variable display game, a variable display of a display symbol is performed based on the detection of a start winning when a game ball enters the start winning opening (a start condition is established). There is a case where the stop symbol mode (variable display result) at the time of the stop is a specific display mode determined in advance is “big hit”. In this variable display game, when it is a “big hit”, a special electric accessory called a big prize opening or an attacker is opened, and a state in which a game ball can be won extremely easily is provided to a player for a certain period of time. . Such a state is referred to as a “specific game state” or a “hit game state”.

  As a determination table for determining the variable display pattern of the identification information based on the derivation display of the predetermined display result (small hit) in such a variable display game, for pattern determination different from that in the normal performance mode There has been proposed a technique that enables a transition to a special effect mode different from the normal effect mode by selecting a table (for example, Patent Document 1).

JP 2008-48915 A

  With the technique described in Patent Document 1, it has been difficult to improve the gaming interest.

  This invention is made | formed in view of the said actual condition, and aims at providing the gaming machine which can improve a game entertainment interest.

In order to achieve the above object, the gaming machine according to the claims of the present application is a gaming machine (for example, pachinko gaming machine 1 or the like) that performs variable display and controls in an advantageous state (for example, a big hit gaming state) advantageous to the player. An advantageous state determining random number generating means for generating an advantageous state determining random number for determining whether or not to control to the advantageous state, and a variable display determining random number for determining a variable display pattern are generated. Variable display determination random number generation means, extraction means for extracting the advantageous state determination random number and the variable display determination random number, the advantageous state determination random number and the variable display determination random number extracted by the extraction means Is stored as reserved storage, and determining means for determining whether to control to the advantageous state using the advantageous state determination random number (for example, a game control microcomputer) 100 CPU 81 executes the processing of steps S240, S241, S246, etc.), the determination result by the determining means, the number of reserved memories in the reserved storage means when starting variable display, and the extracting means The variable display pattern determining means (for example, the part where the CPU 81 executes the processing of steps S266 and S268) that determines a variable display pattern based on the value of the variable display determination random number and the determination value, and the variable A variable display executing means for executing variable display based on a determination result of the display pattern determining means; a value of the random number for determining variable display extracted by the extracting means before determination by the variable display pattern determining means; A determination means for determining whether or not the specific variable display pattern is obtained based on the value, and the determination means When it is determined that the variable display pattern is determined, the specific effect means that can execute the specific effect and the specific effect restriction that restricts the execution of the specific effect before the variable display that is the determination target is started. And at least a part of the determination values corresponding to the specific variable display pattern is set to the same determination value regardless of the number of reserved memories in the reserved storage means when starting variable display. The means determines whether or not the variable display determination random number extracted by the extraction means matches the same determination value, thereby determining whether or not the specific variable display pattern is obtained. Non-specific variable display pattern different from the pattern can be used for shortening the variable display time from the start of variable display to the derivation display of the display result compared to the specific variable display pattern When the variable storage pattern determination means includes a variable display pattern, and the variable storage pattern determination unit has a predetermined number or more of the reserved storage number when the variable storage pattern is started, the reserved storage number is less than the predetermined number The variable display pattern is determined using a determination value in which a large number of determination values corresponding to the variable display pattern for shortening are set, and at least the number of reserved memories in the reserved storage means is less than a predetermined number In this case, the determination value is common when the number of reserved memories in the reserved storage means is the first stored number and when the number is the second stored number.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve game entertainment.
A detecting means for detecting a player's action, a corresponding effect means capable of executing a corresponding effect based on a detection result by the detecting means, and an adjustment effect means capable of executing the adjustment effect in a time adjustment period May be provided.

(1) Alternatively, a start area provided in the game area (for example, a first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A or a second starting winning opening formed by the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B) is used as a game medium (for example, Based on the passing of a game ball or the like, variable display means (for example, first and second) for variably displaying a plurality of types of identification information (for example, special symbols, decorative symbols, etc.) that can identify each of them and deriving and displaying the display results Second special symbol display devices 4A, 4B, image display device 5 and the like), and a game based on the fact that a specific display result (for example, a jackpot symbol or a combination of big hit symbols) is displayed on the variable display means. A gaming machine (for example, a pachinko gaming machine 1 or the like) that is controlled to a specific gaming state (for example, a big hit gaming state) that is advantageous to the player, and the display result derived and displayed on the variable display means Whether or not a specific display result is determined, and whether or not a predetermined display result different from the specific display result (for example, a small decorative symbol corresponding to a small hit symbol or a special graphic display result corresponding to “small hit”) Prior determination means (for example, a portion in which the CPU 81 of the game control microcomputer 100 executes the processing of steps S240, S241, and S246) that performs the determination before the display result is derived and displayed, and a plurality of types of variable Any variable display from display pattern determination data (for example, table data configuring the variation pattern type determination tables 132A, 132B, 133A to 133D, 134A to 134D and the variation pattern determination tables 135A, 135B, 136A to 136C). Determination data selection means for selecting pattern determination data (for example, CPU 8 Identification information using the variable display pattern determination data selected by the determination data selection means based on the determination result by the prior determination means, etc. The variable display pattern determining means for determining the variable display pattern (for example, the part where the CPU 81 executes the processes of steps S266 and S268) and the player who is different from the specific gaming state after the specific gaming state is advantageous. Special gaming state control means (for example, the CPU 81 performs processing of steps S314 and S315) that controls the gaming state to a special gaming state (for example, a probability change state or a short time state) with an increased frequency of passing the game medium through the start area. Before executing the process of step S289 or the process of step S301. And the variable to be selected by the determination data selection means based on the fact that the predetermined display result is derived and displayed on the variable display means in the special gaming state. Identification information when the pre-decision unit determines that the display result is different from the specific display result and the predetermined display result after the change of the variable display pattern determination data by changing the display pattern determination data Selection data changing means for increasing the ratio of the variable display pattern determined as the variable display pattern having a short variable display time as compared to before the change of the variable display pattern determination data (for example, the CPU 81 in FIG. Based on the setting as shown in Such part for choices) and may be configured with.
According to such a configuration, in the special gaming state, the specific display result and the predetermined display result can be obtained by changing the variable display pattern determination data selected based on the predetermined display result being derived and displayed on the variable display means. As a variable display pattern of identification information resulting in a different display result, the ratio of the variable display pattern determined as a variable display pattern having a short variable display time increases compared to before the change of the variable display pattern determination data. As a result, since the predetermined display result is derived and displayed after being controlled to the special gaming state, it becomes easier to determine the variable display pattern with a short variable display time, which is more advantageous for the player. It is possible to increase the player's attention to the fact that a predetermined display result is obtained, thereby improving the gaming interest. Further, even if the predetermined display result is derived and displayed after being controlled to the special game state, there is no delay in the game.

  (2) In the gaming machine of (1), the game machine changes to a first state (for example, an open state) that is advantageous to the player and a disadvantageous state for the player (for example, a closed state). Variable winning means (for example, special variable winning ball apparatus 7) and a first specific display result (for example, 15 round big hit symbol or big hit type is “non-probable change” or “probable change” in the variable display means. ”And the variable winning means change to the first state until the first period (for example, 29 seconds) elapses. The first specific game state control means (for example, CPU) that controls to the first specific game state (for example, 15 round big hit state) in which the number of rounds to be executed is the first number (for example, “15”, etc.) 1 after determining the jackpot type to “non-probability change” or “probability change” in step S244), and the second of the specific display results on the variable display means. Based on the fact that a specific display result (for example, a 2nd round jackpot symbol or a finalized symbol corresponding to the jackpot type corresponding to “surprise”) is derived and displayed, the variable winning means is set for each round in the specific gaming state. The period for changing to the first state is a second period (for example, 0.5 seconds) shorter than the first period, and the second number of rounds is less than the first number (for example, “2”). To the second specific gaming state (for example, the two round big hit state) that becomes the special gaming state after the specific gaming state ends. A second specific gaming state control means (for example, a portion that executes the processing of steps S114 to S117 after the CPU 81 determines the big hit type as “surprise” in step S244), and the selection data changing means includes: In the special game state, after the second specific display result is derived and displayed on the variable display means, the variable display pattern determination data is changed after being controlled to the second specific game state. (For example, the CPU 81 may select a variation pattern determination table corresponding to the “short / medium collision probability count value” based on the setting shown in FIG. 15D in step S267).

  In such a configuration, in the special gaming state, after the second specific display result is derived and displayed on the variable display means, the variable display pattern determination data is changed after being controlled to the second specific gaming state. Done. As a result, since the second specific display result is derived and displayed after being controlled to the special gaming state, the variable display time is easily determined to be a variable display pattern, which is advantageous for the player. Even if the second specific display result is derived and displayed after being controlled, there is no delay in the game, and the game interest can be improved.

  (3) In the gaming machine of the above (1) or (2), when a game medium passes through the starting area, a determination numerical value for determining a display result of identification information (for example, for determining a special figure display result) Extraction means (for example, a portion where the CPU 81 extracts numerical data indicating the random value MR1 in steps S203 and S215) for extracting the numerical data indicating the random value MR1, and the game medium passes through the starting area. Regardless of the variable display that has not been started by the variable display unit, the storage unit (for example, the storage unit) can store the determination numerical value extracted by the extraction unit within a predetermined upper limit storage number (for example, “4” or the like). The first and second special figure reservation storage units 151A and 151B store the random number MR1), and the determination data selection means is included in the reservation storage means. The variable display pattern determination data that differs depending on the number of reserved storages to be selected (for example, the CPU 81 sets the variation pattern type determination tables 133A to 133D and 134A to 134D based on the settings shown in FIG. 13C in step S265). A portion for selecting one of them, a portion for selecting one of the variation pattern determination tables 135B and 136A to 136C in step S267 based on the determination result of the variation pattern type in step S266, and the like. When the number of reserved memories in the reserved storage means is a predetermined number or more (for example, “4” or the like), the variable display pattern determination data is changed (for example, the CPU 81 stores the special figure reserved memory number in step S266. 4 ”is determined as the variation pattern type CB1-4. When in FIG. 15, etc. parts for selecting any one of the variation pattern determination table 136A~136C based on the settings as shown in (D)) may be configured at step S 267.

  In such a configuration, the variable display pattern determination data is changed when the number of reserved memories in the reserved storage means is a predetermined number or more. Accordingly, it is possible to increase the player's attention to the fact that the display result of the identification information becomes the predetermined display result while preventing an increase in data capacity, and to improve the gaming interest.

  (4) In any one of the above gaming machines (1) to (3), as the variable display means, a first starting area provided in the gaming area (for example, a first starting winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A) First variable display means (for example, the first special symbol display device 4A, etc.) for variably displaying a plurality of types of identification information that can be distinguished from each other and deriving and displaying the display result based on the fact that the game medium has passed. And each of the variable display means is identified based on the fact that the game medium has passed through a second start area provided in the game area (for example, a second start prize opening formed by the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B). Second variable display means (for example, the second special symbol display device 4B, etc.) for variably displaying a plurality of types of possible identification information and deriving and displaying the display results, and passing the game medium through the second start area is difficult Disadvantageous state For example, the variable start control means (for example, the normal variable winning ball device 6B and the CPU 81) that changes between the normal advantageous state (for example, the normally open state) and the advantageous state of passage through which the game medium easily passes (for example, the expanded open state), for example, is performed by the CPU 81 in step S143. Variable display control means (e.g., CPU 81) that prioritizes variable display of identification information by the second variable display means over variable display of identification information by the first variable display means. For example, a portion that executes the processing of step S235 after the determination of Yes is made in step S231), and the variable start control means is more controlled than the normal gaming state when being controlled to the special gaming state. Advantageous passage control is performed with a high proportion of the passage advantageous state (for example, the CPU 81 performs normal symbol normal processing in step S140). The selection data changing means determines the variable display pattern to determine the variable display pattern of the identification information by the second variable display means. On the other hand, the variable display pattern determination data is not changed in order to determine the variable display pattern of the identification information by the first variable display means (for example, the CPU 81 performs step S267 in FIG. In the case where the value of the variation special figure designation flag is “1” based on the setting as shown in FIG. 11B, only the variation pattern determination table 136A is selected, while the value of the variation special figure designation flag is “2”. May be configured to select any one of the variation pattern determination tables 136A to 136C).

  In such a configuration, the variable display pattern determination data is changed to determine the variable display pattern of the identification information by the second variable display means, while the variable display pattern of the identification information by the first variable display means is changed. In order to determine, the variable display pattern determination data is not changed. Accordingly, it is possible to increase the player's attention to the fact that the display result of the identification information becomes the predetermined display result while preventing an increase in data capacity, and to improve the gaming interest.

  (5) In any of the above gaming machines (1) to (4), when the game medium passes through the starting area provided in the gaming area, it is determined whether or not the specific display result is obtained. A numerical value for determining a specific display result (for example, numerical data indicating a random value MR1 for determining a special figure display result) and a variable display determining numerical value for determining a variable display pattern of identification information by the variable display means (for example, a variation) Determining numerical value extracting means (for example, a portion where the CPU 81 extracts numerical data indicating the random number values MR1 and MR3 in steps S203 and S215). Before the determination numerical value extraction means extracts the variable display that has not been started by the variable display means even though the game medium has passed through the starting area. Display determination hold storage means (for example, first and second special figure hold) capable of storing the specific display result determination numerical value and the variable display determination numerical value within a range of a predetermined upper limit storage number (for example, “4”, etc.) The random number values MR1 and MR3 are stored in the storage units 151A and 151B), and the numerical value for determination is determined by the game medium passing through the start area before the variable display by the variable display means is started. Based on the variable display determining numerical value extracted by the extraction means, the variable display pattern of the identification information by the variable display means is a specific variable display pattern (for example, a fluctuation pattern with super reach β) among a plurality of types of variable display patterns. Etc.) at the time of start-up pattern determination means (for example, the part where the CPU 81 executes the processing of steps S209 and S220), Based on the determination result by the starting pattern determination means, the possibility that the specific variable display pattern is obtained before the variable display of the identification information determined whether or not the specific variable display pattern is determined is executed. Preliminary effect execution means (for example, a portion where the CPU 91 of the effect control microcomputer 120 executes the process of step S861) for executing a prior effect for notification (for example, a pre-reading notice effect) is determined, and the variable display pattern is determined. When the variable display of the identification information is started by the variable display unit, the variable display determination numerical value stored in the display determination hold storage unit corresponding to the variable display, and the determination data Variable display pattern determination data selected by the selection means and assigned a determination value to a plurality of types of variable display patterns. Then, the variable display pattern of the identification information by the variable display means is determined (for example, after the CPU 81 selects the variation pattern type determination table in steps S261 to S265, the variation pattern type is determined based on the random value MR3 in step S266. Subsequently, after the variation pattern determination table is selected in step S267, the variation pattern is determined based on the random value MR4 in step S268), and the variable display pattern determination data is the specific variable display. A common decision value is assigned to the pattern regardless of the change of the variable display pattern decision data by the selection data changing means (for example, FIGS. 13A1 to 13A4, B1) to B4) and As shown in FIG. 26, a fluctuation pattern including a fluctuation pattern with super reach β. Common determination values “230” to “250” may be assigned to the screen type).

  In such a configuration, before the variable display by the variable display means is started, the identification information by the variable display means is based on the numerical value for determining the variable display extracted by passing the game medium through the starting area. It is determined whether or not the variable display pattern becomes a specific variable display pattern. Based on this determination result, before the variable display of the identification information determined whether or not to become a specific variable display pattern is executed, a prior effect for informing the possibility of a specific variable display pattern is performed. Executed. Thereby, it is possible to notify the possibility that the variable display by the specific variable display pattern is executed before the variable display corresponding to the fact that the game medium has passed through the starting area, and to improve the gaming interest. it can. Further, identification information using a variable display determination numerical value stored in the display determination hold storage unit corresponding to the variable display, and a determination table in which determination values are assigned to a plurality of types of variable display patterns. In the variable display pattern, a common determination value is assigned to a specific variable display pattern regardless of the change of the variable display pattern determination data. Thereby, it is possible to prevent inconsistency due to the change in the variable display pattern determination data between the notification content by the pre-production and whether or not the variable display by the specific variable display pattern is actually executed.

It is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in this embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows the example of a connection with a main board | substrate, various control boards, and an electrical component. It is explanatory drawing which shows various chance eyes. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the microcomputer for game control. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the microcomputer for production control. It is explanatory drawing which illustrates the random number value used in the main board | substrate side. It is a figure which shows the fluctuation pattern of a special symbol. It is a figure which shows the variation pattern classification of a special symbol. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a special figure display result determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a big hit classification determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a variation pattern classification determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example etc. of a fluctuation pattern classification determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a fluctuation pattern determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example etc. of a fluctuation pattern determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a common figure display result determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the data holding area for game control. It is explanatory drawing which illustrates the random number value used in the production control board side. It is a figure which shows the structural example etc. of an effect control pattern. It is a figure which shows the structural example etc. of a prefetch notice pattern determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the data holding area for production control. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the timer interruption process for game control. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a start winning determination process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a start winning determination process. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of a specific pattern common range. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol normal process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a fluctuation pattern setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol stop process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a jackpot end process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a normal symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of production control main processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a command process 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 the production setting process during variable display. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a prefetch notice setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the production process during variable display. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a notice execution determination process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a notice execution control process. It is a figure which shows the example of production | presentation operation | movement in the prefetch notice effect. It is a timing chart which shows the example of operation control of prefetch notice 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). Special symbols (also referred to as “special graphics”), which are a plurality of types of identification information (special identification information) that can be displayed, are variably displayed (variable display). For example, each of the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B variably displays a plurality of types of special symbols composed of numbers indicating "0" to "9", symbols indicating "-", and the like. To do. The special symbols displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B are composed of numbers indicating "0" to "9", symbols indicating "-", and the like. There is no limitation, and for example, a plurality of types of lighting patterns in which the combination of the LED to be turned on and the LED to be turned off in the 7-segment LED may be set in advance as a plurality of types of special symbols. A plurality of special symbols are assigned symbol numbers corresponding thereto. As an example, symbol numbers “0” to “9” are assigned to numbers indicating “0” to “9”, and symbol numbers “10” are assigned to symbols indicating “−”. Just do it. Hereinafter, the special symbol variably displayed by the first special symbol display device 4A is also referred to as "first special symbol", and the special symbol variably displayed by the second special symbol display device 4B is also referred to as "second special symbol". .

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

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

  As an example, “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R are arranged in the display area of the image display device 5. In response to the start of either the first special symbol change by the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol change by the second special symbol display device 4B in the special game, ”,“ Middle ”, and“ right ”decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, the variation of decorative symbols (for example, scroll display in the vertical direction, update display by rotation, etc.) is started. Thereafter, when the fixed special symbol is stopped and displayed as a variable display result in the special symbol game, the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the image display device 5 are displayed. Then, the finalized decorative symbol (final stop symbol) that is the variable display result of the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed. The “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas are movable within the display area of the image display device 5 so that the decorative symbols can be displayed in a reduced or enlarged manner. May be.

  As described above, in the display area of the image display device 5, the special game using the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A or the special special game using the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B. In synchronization with the figure game, a variable display of a plurality of types of decorative patterns that can be identified is performed, and a fixed decorative pattern that is a variable display result is derived and displayed. 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.

  In the image display device 5, as the display areas to be the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, three areas may be provided so that they can be bonded or separated, or can be bonded and separated. . The display operation in the image display device 5 is controlled by the CPU 91 of the effect control microcomputer 120 mounted on the effect control board 12 shown in FIG. When the variable display of the first special figure is being executed on the first special symbol display device 4A, the CPU 91 of the production control microcomputer 120 causes the image display device 5 to execute the effect display along with the variable display. When the variable display of the second special figure is executed on the second special symbol display device 4B, the effect display is executed on the image display device 5 along with the variable display, so that it is easy to grasp the progress of the game. be able to.

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

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

  In the display area of the image display device 5, a start winning storage display area 5H is arranged. In the start winning memory display area 5H, a hold memory display for displaying the variable display hold number 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. Corresponding to the established start condition when the start condition for starting the variable display game is not established due to the fact that the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the big hit game state or the small hit game state, etc. Variable display is held.

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

  In the start winning memory display area 5H, a number indicating the special figure reserved memory number may be displayed so that the player or the like can recognize the special figure reserved memory number. In addition to the start winning memory display area 5H or in place of the start winning memory display area 5H, a display for displaying the number of special figure reserved memories may be provided. In the example shown in FIG. 1, together with the start winning memory display area 5H, the first special symbol display unit 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B are displayed on the upper part of the first special symbol display device 4B so as to be able to specify the special figure reserved memory number. A figure hold indicator 15A and a second special figure hold indicator 15B are provided. The first special figure hold indicator 15A displays the first special figure hold memory number as the effective start winning ball number that has entered the first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball device 6A so as to be specified. The second special figure hold indicator 15B displays the second special figure hold memory number as the effective start winning ball number that has entered the second start winning opening formed by the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B in an identifiable manner. The first special figure hold indicator 15A and the second special figure hold indicator 15B respectively correspond to upper limit values (for example, “4”) in the first special figure hold memory number and the second special figure hold memory number, respectively. The number of LEDs (for example, four) is included.

  Thus, although the first start condition and the second start condition are satisfied, the special game started first is being executed, and the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state. For this reason, when the start condition for starting the special figure game is not satisfied, variable display suspension corresponding to the special figure game occurs. For example, if the first start condition for starting the special figure game using the first special figure based on the establishment of the first start condition is not satisfied when the first start condition is satisfied, the first special figure The number of reserved memories is incremented by 1 (incremented), and the execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is suspended. In addition, when the second start condition is satisfied, if the second start condition for starting the special figure game using the second special figure based on the establishment of the second start condition is not satisfied, the second special figure The reserved memory number is incremented by 1 (incremented), 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 hold memory number obtained by adding the first special figure hold memory number and the second special figure hold memory number is also referred to as a total hold 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).

  In addition, in the display area of the image display device 5, special symbols variably displayed in a special symbol game executed by the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B are separated from the decorative symbols. May be provided with a special symbol variable display area for display as identifiable. As an example, 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, the special symbols can be changed in the special symbol variable display area. Variation of the effect image indicating “「 ”,“ 「”, “×”, etc. corresponding to the display is started. Thereafter, in response to the fact that the special symbol variable display in the special symbol game is terminated and the confirmed special symbol is stopped, “◎” predetermined corresponding to the confirmed special symbol in the special symbol variable display area. It is only necessary to stop and display effect images such as “O” and “X”. For example, if the confirmed special symbol in the special symbol game is a big hit symbol, “◎” is stopped and displayed in the special symbol variable display area, and if it is a small bonus symbol, “○” is stopped and displayed as a lost symbol. In some cases, “x” may be stopped and displayed.

  Below the image display device 5, an ordinary winning ball device 6A and an ordinary variable winning ball device 6B are provided. The normal winning ball device 6A forms a first start winning opening that is always kept in a certain open state by a predetermined ball receiving member, for example. The normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B is an electric tulip-type accessory having a pair of movable wing pieces that are changed between a normal open state that is a vertical position and an expanded open state that is a tilt position by a power solenoid 55 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 power solenoid 55 is in the off state, so that the game ball is not normally allowed to enter the second start winning opening. It becomes. On the other hand, in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B, the game ball can easily enter the second start winning opening by tilting control in which the movable blade piece is tilted when the power solenoid 55 is turned on. It becomes a state. In the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B, although the game ball can enter the second start winning opening even in the normal open state, there is a possibility that the game ball may enter more than in the expanded open state. You may comprise so that it may become low. Alternatively, the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B may be configured such that the game ball does not enter the second starting winning opening in the normally open state, for example, by closing the second starting winning opening.

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

  A special variable winning ball device 7 is provided below the normal winning ball device 6A and the normal variable winning ball device 6B. The special variable winning ball apparatus 7 includes a large winning opening door 61 that is opened and closed by an opening / closing door solenoid 54 shown in FIG. 2, and the large winning opening 60 that changes between an open state and a closed state by the large winning opening door 61. Form. As an example, in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, when the open / close door solenoid 54 is in the OFF state, the special winning opening door 61 closes the special winning opening 60. On the other hand, in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, when the open / close door solenoid 54 is in the ON state, the special winning opening door 61 opens the large winning opening 60. The game ball that has entered the special winning opening 60 formed in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 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, 15) of game balls are paid out as prize balls. In this way, when the game ball passes (enters) the large winning opening 60 that has been opened in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, for example, the other starting holes such as the first starting winning opening and the second starting winning opening are used as the gaming balls. More prize balls are paid out than when the player passes (enters). Accordingly, when the special winning opening 60 in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is in the open state, the first state is advantageous for the player. On the other hand, if the special prize winning device 60 is in the closed state in the special variable prize winning ball device 7, the game ball cannot pass through (enter) the special prize winning port 60 to obtain a prize ball, which is disadvantageous for the player. The second state is entered.

  A normal symbol display device 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 device 20 is composed of 7 segments, dot matrix LEDs, and the like, like the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, and a plurality of types of identification information different from the special symbols. Is displayed (variably displayed) in a variable manner. Such variable display of normal symbols is called a general game (also referred to as “normal game”). The normal symbol display device 20 variably displays, for example, a plurality of types of normal symbols composed of numbers indicating “0” to “9”, symbols indicating “−”, and the like. A plurality of types of normal symbols are assigned symbol numbers corresponding thereto. As an example, symbol numbers “0” to “9” are assigned to numbers indicating “0” to “9”, and symbol numbers “10” are assigned to symbols indicating “−”. Just do it. Note that the normal symbol display device 20 is not limited to the one that variably displays the numbers indicating “0” to “9”, the symbols indicating “−”, and the like as normal symbols. For example, “O” and “X” are displayed. Ordinary symbols are variably displayed by alternately lighting the decorative lamps (or LEDs) to be displayed, or by lighting a plurality of decorative lamps (or LEDs) such as “left”, “middle”, and “right” in a predetermined order. It may be a thing. Above the normal symbol display device 20, a universal symbol holding display 15 </ b> C is provided. The general-purpose hold indicator 15C 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 passage 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, one or a plurality of general winning openings that are always kept open by a predetermined ball receiving member are provided. May be. In this case, a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls may be paid out as a prize ball based on the fact that a game ball that has entered one of the general prize openings is detected by a predetermined general prize ball switch. In the lowermost part of the game area, there is provided an out port through which game balls that have not entered any winning port are taken. Speakers 8L and 8R for reproducing and outputting sound effects and the like are provided at the left and right upper positions of the gaming machine frame 3, and a game effect lamp 9 is provided at the periphery of the game area. A decorative LED may be arranged around each structure (for example, the normal winning ball device 6A, the normal variable winning ball device 6B, the special variable winning ball device 7, etc.) in the game area of the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  A hitting operation handle (operation knob) 30 that is operated by a player or the like to launch a game ball as a game medium toward the game area is provided at the lower right position of the gaming machine frame 3. For example, the hitting operation handle 30 adjusts the resilience of the game ball according to the operation amount (rotation amount) by the player or the like. The hitting operation handle 30 only needs to be provided with a single shot switch for stopping the driving of a shooting motor included in the hitting ball shooting device and a touch ring (touch sensor). At a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the gaming area, a game ball paid out as a prize ball or a game ball lent out by a predetermined ball lending machine is held (stored) so as to be supplied to a ball hitting device. ) Is provided. For example, an effect button 28 that can be operated by the player by a pressing operation or the like is provided at a predetermined position on the front side of the upper surface of the upper plate. The effect button 28 may be a jog dial that can be pressed and rotated. The effect buttons 28 are not limited to those that can be pressed or rotated, and may be those that can be touched or pressed, such as a touch panel, or tilted like a lever-type switch. May be possible. Further, instead of the production button 28, a sensor capable of detecting a predetermined operation action by the player, such as an infrared sensor, a CCD sensor, or a CMOS sensor, may be used. That is, the effect button 28 may be configured to detect a predetermined operation action by the player mechanically, electrically, or electromagnetically.

  Below, the progress of the schematic game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described. In the normal game by the normal symbol display device 20, the normal symbol display device 20 detects that the game ball that has passed through the passing gate 41 provided in the game area is detected by the gate switch 21 shown in FIG. After the general chart start condition for executing variable display is established, based on the fact that the general chart start condition for starting variable display of normal symbols, such as the end of the previous general chart game, is established, Be started. In this normal game, after the normal symbol change is started, when a predetermined time as the normal symbol change time elapses, the fixed normal symbol that is a variable display result of the normal symbol is stopped and displayed (derived display). At this time, if a specific normal symbol (a symbol per ordinary symbol), such as a number indicating “7”, is stopped and displayed as the fixed ordinary symbol, the variable symbol display result of the ordinary symbol becomes “per ordinary symbol”. On the other hand, if a normal symbol other than the symbol per symbol such as a number or symbol other than the number indicating “7” is stopped and displayed as the fixed ordinary symbol, the variable symbol display result of the normal symbol is “ordinary loss”. Become. Corresponding to the fact that the normal symbol variable display result is “per standard”, the expansion / release control (tilt control) is performed in which the movable tulip of the electric tulip constituting the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B is tilted. The normal opening control is performed to return to the vertical position when a predetermined time has elapsed.

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

  In the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B, after the special symbol variable display is started, the special symbol variable display result is obtained when a predetermined time as the special symbol variable time elapses. Determining and displaying a definite special symbol to be (special map display result). At this time, if a specific special symbol (big hit symbol) is stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol, it becomes a “big hit” as the specific display result, and a predetermined special symbol (small bonus symbol) different from the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed. If the special symbol different from the big hit symbol and the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed, the result is “lost”. After the variable display result in the special figure game becomes “big hit”, the game is controlled to the big hit gaming state as a specific gaming state in which a round (also referred to as “round game”) advantageous to the player is executed a predetermined number of times. Further, after the variable display result in the special figure game becomes “small hit”, the game is controlled to the small hit game state different from the big hit game state.

  In the pachinko gaming machine 1 in this embodiment, as an example, the special symbol indicating the numbers “1”, “3”, and “7” is the big hit symbol, and the special symbol indicating the number “2” is the small hit symbol. , The special symbol indicating the symbol “−” is a lost symbol. It should be noted that each symbol such as a big win symbol, a small bonus symbol, or a lose symbol in the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A is different from each symbol in the special symbol game by the second special symbol display device 4B. Alternatively, a special symbol common to both special symbol games may be a big hit symbol, a small bonus symbol, or a lost symbol.

  Of the special symbols that show the numbers "1", "3", and "7" that will be jackpot symbols, the special symbols that show the numbers "3" and "7" will be the 15 round jackpot symbol, and the number "1" The special symbol shown will be a two-round jackpot symbol. In the big hit gaming state (15 round big hit state) as a multi-round specific game state controlled after the 15 round big hit symbol is stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol in the special figure game, the special prize winning ball door of the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is controlled. 61 is a special variable winning ball by opening the large winning opening 60 during a predetermined period (for example, 29 seconds) which is the first period or a period until a predetermined number (for example, 9) of winning balls are generated. A round in which the device 7 is changed to the first state (open state) advantageous to the player is executed. In this way, the special prize opening door 61 that has opened the special prize opening 60 during the round is received by receiving the game ball falling on the surface of the game board 2, and then the special prize opening 60 is closed. The variable winning ball apparatus 7 is changed to the second state (closed state) disadvantageous to the player, and one round is completed. In the 15 round big hit state, the number of executions of the round, which is the opening cycle of the big prize opening, becomes the first round number (for example, “15”). A game in the 15 round big hit state in which the number of round executions is “15” is also referred to as a 15-time open game. In such a 15-round big hit state, every time a game ball wins a big winning opening 60, 15 balls (prize balls) are obtained. The 15 round round big hit state is also referred to as a first specific gaming state.

  In the big hit gaming state (two round big hit state) as a small round specific gaming state controlled after the two round big hit symbol is stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol in the special figure game, the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is played in each round. The second period (for example, 0.5) is shorter than the first period in the 15 round big hit state during which the period for changing to the first state advantageous to the player (the period during which the grand prize opening 60 is opened by the grand prize opening door 61). Seconds). In the 2 round big hit state, the number of executions of the round becomes a second round number (for example, “2”) smaller than the first round number in the 15 round big hit state. Note that in the 2 round big hit state, it is only necessary to control the number of executions of the round to be the second round number, and other control may be performed in the same manner as the 15 round big hit state. A game in the round two big hit state in which the number of round executions is “2” is also referred to as a two-time open game. In the two-round big hit state, in a predetermined winning ball apparatus provided separately from the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 in each round, by changing a predetermined winning opening serving as a big winning opening from a closed state to an open state, etc. The second state that is disadvantageous to the player may be changed to the first state that is advantageous to the player, and the state may be returned to the second state after a predetermined period (the first period or the second period) has elapsed.

  In such a two-round big hit state, 15 game balls (prize balls) can be obtained if a game ball wins the big winning opening 60, but the opening period of the big winning opening 60 is the second period (0.5 seconds). ) And very short. Therefore, the two-round big hit state is a big hit gaming state in which a ball (prize ball) cannot be obtained substantially. The 2 round big hit state is also referred to as a second specific gaming state. In addition, the big hit gaming state as the low round specific gaming state is not limited to the number of round execution times compared to the big hit gaming state as the multiple round specific gaming state. For example, the round execution number is small round specific gaming state. The upper limit period (for example, 2 seconds) in which the big winning opening 60 is opened in the small round specific gaming state is the upper limit period (for example, 29) in the multi-round specific gaming state. It may be shorter than (second). That is, the big hit gaming state as the small round specific gaming state is that the period in which the big prize opening 60 is changed to the open state in each round is a second period shorter than the first period in the multi-round specific gaming state, As long as the number of executions becomes at least one of the number of second rounds smaller than the number of first rounds in the multi-round specific gaming state, it is sufficient.

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

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

  After the special symbol indicating the number “2” as the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed as the confirmed special symbol in the special symbol game, the small hit game state is controlled. In this small hit game state, similarly to the two round big hit state, a variable winning operation is performed in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 to change the big winning port 60 to the first state (open 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 (open state) for the second period is repeatedly executed until the second number of times (the number of executions equal to the second round number) is reached. Is done. In the small hit gaming state, as in the two round big hit state, the period during which the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is in the first state is the second period, and the number of executions of the operation in the first state is the second. Control may be performed so that at least one of the number of times is performed. After the small hit gaming state ends, the gaming state is not changed, and the game state before the variable display result becomes “small hit” is continuously controlled. However, if the number of executions of the special figure game in the special gaming state has reached a predetermined number when the special figure game with the variable display result of “small hit” is executed, after the end of the small hit gaming state, The special gaming state may end and return to the normal state. A game in the small hit gaming state in which the number of times that the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is set to the first state by the variable winning operation is “2” is also referred to as a two-time open game, similar to the game in the two round big hit state. When the winning ball device provided separately from the special variable winning ball device 7 in each round in the two round big hit state is changed to the first state, the same as the two round big hit state in the small hit gaming state. In the aspect, the winning ball apparatus may be changed to the first state.

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

  The probability variation state may include not only the time variation control and the high opening control performed together with the probability variation control, but also the state where only the probability variation control is performed and the time reduction control and the high opening control are not performed. As an example, after the end of the 15 round big hit state based on the fact that the variable display result in the special figure game is “15R probable big hit”, the first probable state (high accuracy (Also called a high base state). After that, when the number of executions of the special figure game reaches a predetermined number (for example, 100 times) without the special figure display result being “big hit”, the probability variation control is continuously performed, but the time reduction control or the high opening control is performed. It is also possible to control to a second certain variation state (also referred to as a high certainty low base state) that is not performed after the completion of. In addition, after the end of the two round big hit state based on the variable display result in the special figure game being “surprise big hit”, the state shifts to the second positive variation state, and only the probability variation control is performed. The opening control may not be performed. Alternatively, after the 15-round big hit state based on “15R probable big hit”, the control is made to the first positive change state until the special figure display result becomes “big hit” again, while the 2-round big hit state based on “surprise big hit” After the completion of, the transition to the first certain change state is made, and when the number of executions of the special figure game reaches a predetermined number without the special figure display result being “big hit”, the second certain change state is entered. It may be. While the short-time control and the high-open control are started and ended simultaneously (interlocked), the start and end of the probability variation control is not necessarily linked to the start and end of the short-time control and high-open control. May be.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

  Further, in response to execution of variable display of decorative symbols, the variable display result may be “big hit” or “small hit” while one or more variable displays are executed. In some cases, a pre-reading notice effect for informing the player that there is a possibility that variable display with a specific variation pattern (for example, a variation pattern with super reach β) may be performed. When the pre-reading notice effect is executed, for example, when the game ball passes (enters) the first start winning opening or the second starting winning opening before the special game to be notified is started, Based on the stored information of the special figure game, it is determined whether or not the variable display result is determined to be “big hit”, and whether or not variable display based on a specific variation pattern is executed. In this embodiment, when the pre-reading notice effect is executed, the special game is executed in response to a predetermined operation (for example, a pressing operation) performed on the effect button 28 by the player during the variable display of the decorative symbols. Prior to the elapse of the special symbol variation time in, the decorative symbols are derived and displayed in all of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. Thereafter, for example, by changing the display of the effect image in the display area of the image display device 5, the effect operation that becomes the pre-reading notice effect is started in the effect execution period until the special figure fluctuation time elapses.

  Among these pre-reading notice effects, the notice effect that informs that the variable display result may be “big hit” or “small hit” in the variable display executed next time or later is particularly referred to as a pre-effect. Moreover, before the variable display (variable display of the notice target) which may become a specific fluctuation pattern is executed among the pre-reading notice effects, there is a possibility that a specific fluctuation pattern is obtained in a plurality of variable displays. The notice effect for informing this is also called a pattern notification effect. When the pre-reading notice effect is executed based on the detection of the predetermined operation on the effect button 28, the time adjustment is performed before the pre-reading notice effect is executed or after the pre-reading notice effect is executed. By executing a predetermined effect as an effect, an adjustment may be made between the execution time of the pre-reading notice effect (effect execution period) and the remaining time until the special figure fluctuation time elapses.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

  In the probability variation state, for example, an effect image for notifying that the probability variation state is “being certain probability variation” is displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5, or a background image or a decorative pattern display mode on the display screen of the image display device 5. May be different from the display mode in the normal effect mode, for example, so that the player can recognize that the player is in the probability change state. Alternatively, in the probability variation state, for example, the player may be unable to recognize or difficult to recognize that the probability variation state is caused by the same effect mode as in the normal state or the short time state (so-called latent probability variation). .

  The pachinko gaming machine 1 may be provided with various sensors that detect fraudulent acts and fraudulent operations such as a vibration sensor 70, a magnet sensor 71, and a radio wave sensor 72 shown in FIG. As an example, a vibration sensor 70, a magnet sensor 71, and a radio wave sensor 72 are provided on the back surface of the game board 2 corresponding to a predetermined position inside the game area, and illegal activities caused by vibrating the pachinko gaming machine 1, Alternatively, fraudulent acts using radio waves may be detected. The vibration sensor 70 may be provided at a predetermined position on the back surface of the gaming machine frame 3. The vibration sensor 70 detects vibration caused by an illegal act such as hitting the gaming machine frame 3 to change the movement of the game ball. The magnet sensor 71 detects a magnet used for fraud such as, for example, guiding a game ball by magnetic force to various winning holes. For example, the radio wave sensor 72 may perform illegal actions such as turning on detection signals output from various switches and detectors such as the first and second starter switches 22A and 22B and the count switch 23 shown in FIG. Detect radio waves used in

  Various control boards, such as a main board 11 and an effect control board 12 as shown in FIG. The pachinko gaming machine 1 is also equipped with a signal relay board 13 for relaying various control signals transmitted between the main board 11 and the effect control board 12. In addition, various boards such as a payout control board, an information terminal board, a launch control board, and an interface board are disposed on the back surface of the 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. Signals from the switches 21, 22A, 22B, 23 and the sensors 70, 71, 72 provided on the game board 2 are input to the main board 11. From the main board 11, a drive signal for driving and controlling the solenoids 54 and 55 provided in the game board 2 is output. In addition, the main board 11 outputs an effect control command as an electric signal for instructing effect control such as image display control, illumination control, and sound effect output control in accordance with the progress of the game. Is transmitted. In addition, the main board 11 outputs a display control signal for controlling the display state of the first special symbol display device 4A, the second special symbol display device 4B, the normal symbol display device 20, and the like. Further, various game information may be transmitted from the main board 11 to a predetermined information terminal board or the like.

  The main board 11 is a sub-side control mainly composed of a random number setting function used in a special game or a general 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 for outputting and transmitting a control command as an example of command information to the substrate as a control signal and a function for outputting various information to a hall management computer (a hall management computer) are provided. Further, the main board 11 performs on / off control of each LED (for example, segment LED) constituting the first special symbol display device 4A, the second special symbol display device 4B, and the normal symbol display device 20, and the special game. There is also a function for controlling the variable display of a predetermined display symbol, such as controlling the variable display of a special symbol in, and controlling the variable display of a normal symbol in a normal game. The main board 11 includes, for example, a game control microcomputer 100, a switch circuit 101 that receives detection signals from various switches for game ball detection and transmits them to the game control microcomputer 100, and the game control microcomputer 100. A solenoid circuit 102 that outputs drive control signals for various solenoids in accordance with commands is mounted.

  The effect control board 12 is a sub-side control board independent of the main board 11, receives the control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the signal relay board 13, and receives the image display device 5, the speaker 8L, 8R, game effect lamp 9 and decoration LED, various circuits for controlling the rendering operation by various rendering devices, which are electrical components for rendering including a rendering model, are mounted. In other words, the effect control board 12 produces effects such as display operations in the image display device 5, sound output operations from the speakers 8L and 8R, turn-on / off operations in the game effect lamps 9 and decoration LEDs, and drive operations of the effect model. A function for determining the control content for executing a predetermined performance operation on the electrical component is provided. As an example, the effect control board 12 includes, for example, an effect control microcomputer 120, a display control unit 121, a sound control unit 122, a lamp control unit 123, and the like. Various circuits for realizing all or part of the functions of the display control unit 121, the sound control unit 122, and the lamp control unit 123 are mounted on a control board provided separately from the effect control board 12. You may comprise.

  The effect control command as a control signal output from the main board 11 toward the effect control board 12 is relayed by the signal relay board 13. The main board 11 is provided with a main board side connector corresponding to, for example, the signal relay board 13, and an output buffer circuit is connected between the main board side connector and the game control microcomputer 100. The output buffer circuit can pass a signal only in the direction from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 via the signal relay board 13 and prevents the signal from being input from the signal relay board 13 to the main board 11. Therefore, there is no room for signals to be transmitted from the production control board 12 or the signal relay board 13 side to the main board 11 side.

  The effect control command transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 via the signal relay board 13 includes, for example, a display control command used for controlling an image display operation in the image display device 5, and a speaker 8L. , A voice control command used for controlling the voice output from 8R, a lamp control command used for controlling the lighting operation of the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED, and the like. FIG. 4A is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the effect control command used in this embodiment. The effect control command has, for example, a 2-byte structure, and the first byte indicates MODE (command classification), and the second byte indicates EXT (command type). The first bit (bit 7) of the MODE data is always “1”, and the first bit of the EXT data is “0”. The command form shown in FIG. 4A is an example, and other command forms may be used. In this example, the control command is composed of two control signals. However, the number of control signals constituting the control command may be one or a plurality of three or more.

  The effect control command is output in synchronization with the effect control INT signal in units of 1-byte (8-bit) effect control command data. The effect control microcomputer 120 mounted on the effect control board 12 detects that the effect control INT signal has risen, and starts a 1-byte data capturing process by an interrupt process. Therefore, in the production control microcomputer 120, the production control INT signal corresponds to a signal that triggers the capture of production control command data. The effect control command is sent only once, for example, so that the effect control microcomputer 120 can recognize it. “Recognizable” means that the level of the effect control INT signal is changed, and “recognizable only once” means that the effect control is performed according to the first byte and the second byte of the effect control command data, for example. That is, the INT signal is output once in a pulse shape (rectangular wave shape).

  Of the effect control commands illustrated in FIG. 4A, the command 8001H and the command 8002H are special figure fluctuation start commands for designating the start of fluctuation of special symbols in the special figure game. Note that the subscript H indicates hexadecimal notation. Among these, the command 8001H is a first special figure change start command for designating the start of change of the first special figure as a special figure game by the first special symbol display apparatus 4A, and the command 8002H is the second special symbol display apparatus 4B. Is a second special figure change start command for designating the start of fluctuation of the second special figure as a special figure game. Thus, the first special figure change start command and the second special figure change start command have the same MODE data but different EXT data.

  The command 81XXH is a special figure fluctuation pattern designation command for designating a special symbol fluctuation pattern or the like in the special figure game. XXH indicates an unspecified hexadecimal number, and may be a value that is arbitrarily set according to the notification content or the specified content by the effect control command. In the special figure variation pattern designation command, different EXT data is set according to the variation pattern to be notified. Corresponding to the fluctuation pattern specified by the special figure fluctuation pattern designation command, from the start of the special symbol fluctuation (variable display) in the special figure game until the definite special symbol that is the special figure display result is derived and displayed The special figure change time is also specified.

  Command 8CXXH is a special figure display result notification command for notifying a special figure display result that is a variable display result of a special symbol in a special figure game. In the special figure display result notification command, different EXT data is set according to the special figure display result to be notified. FIG. 4B shows a setting example of a special figure display result notification command. In this setting example, the command 8C00H is a first special figure display result notification command in which the special figure display result indicates “lost”. The command 8C01H is a second special figure display result notification command indicating that the special figure display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “non-probable change”. The command 8C02H is a third special figure display result notification command indicating that the special figure display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “probable change”. The command 8C03H is a fourth special figure display result notification command indicating that the special figure display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “surprise”. The command 8C04H is a fifth special figure display result notification command in which the special figure display result indicates “small hit”.

  The command 8F00H is a special figure confirmation command indicating that the special figure variable display (fluctuation) in the special figure game is terminated and the special figure display result (definite special symbol) is derived and displayed (confirmed). The command 95XXH is a gaming state designation command indicating whether the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a normal state, a short time state, or a probability changing state. In the gaming state designation command, different EXT data may be set depending on which of the plurality of types of gaming states. For example, the command 9500H is a gaming state designation command indicating that the gaming state is a normal state, the command 9501H is a gaming state designation command indicating that the gaming state is a short-time state, and the command 9502H is a certain change state. It may be a gaming state designation command indicating this.

  The command A0XXH is a hit start designation command (also referred to as a “fanfare command”) that designates the start of a big hit gaming state or a small hit gaming state. In the hit start designation command, for example, EXT data similar to the special figure display result notification command is set, so that different EXT data is set according to the special figure display result, the big hit type, and the like. Alternatively, in the hit start designation command, the correspondence relationship between the special figure display result, the jackpot type, etc. and the set EXT data may be different from the correspondence relation in the special figure display result notification command.

  The command A1XXH is a hit end specifying command for specifying the end of the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state. In the hit end designation command, for example, EXT data similar to the special figure display result notification command or the hit start designation command is set, so that different EXT data is set depending on the special figure display result or the big hit type. Alternatively, in the hit end designation command, the correspondence relationship between the special figure display result, the big hit type, etc. and the set EXT data may be different from the correspondence relation in the special figure display result notification command or the hit start designation command.

  The command B0XXH is a big winning opening opening command for notifying the start of control that the big winning opening 60 is opened in the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state. The command B1XXH is a big winning opening release end command for notifying the end of control that the big winning opening 60 is opened in the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state. In the big winning opening release command and the big winning opening release end command, for example, the number of round executions (for example, “1” to “15”) in the 15 round big hit state, Different EXT data is set corresponding to the number of times of opening (for example, “1” or “2”). Note that, in the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state, regardless of whether the control for opening the big winning opening 60 is started or the control is ended, from the start of the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state. Alternatively, a continuous performance operation may be executed from the time when the decorative symbol variable display is started to the time when the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state is finished. Alternatively, in the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state, different presentation operations may be executed depending on whether the control for opening the big prize opening 60 is started or the control is finished. In addition, when controlled to the two round big hit state and / or small hit game state, a part or all of the hit start designation command, the hit end designation command, the big prize opening start command, and the big prize opening release end command are transmitted. Instead, the presentation operation may be executed during the two round big hit state and / or the small hit game state by the change pattern indicated in the special figure change pattern designation command.

  The command C1XXH is a first special symbol display based on the fact that 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 is generated. This is a first start opening prize designation command for notifying the establishment of the first start condition corresponding to the special figure game using the first special figure by the device 4A. The command C2XXH is based on the fact that the game ball that has passed (entered) the second start winning opening formed by the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is detected by the second start opening switch 22B and a start winning has occurred. This is a second start opening prize designation command for notifying the establishment of the second start condition corresponding to the special figure game using the second special figure by the display device 4B.

  In this embodiment, the first start opening winning designation command indicates a determination result using a predetermined determination numerical value at the time of the first start winning that is the time of detecting a game ball that has passed (entered) the first start winning opening. It is also used as an effect control command to be notified. In addition, the second start opening prize designation command notifies the determination result using the predetermined determination numerical value at the time of the second start winning prize when the game ball that has passed (entered) the second start winning opening is detected. Also used as a command.

  For example, as shown in FIG. 4C, in the first start opening prize designation command and the second start opening prize designation command, when the special figure display result is “losing”, a predetermined variable display determination numerical value (for example, The numerical data indicating the random number MR3 for determining the special figure variation pattern type) is set to a specific fluctuation pattern (for example, a fluctuation pattern with super reach β) regardless of the number of reserved memories (the number of special figure reserved memories) of the special figure game. Different EXT data is set depending on whether the specific pattern is within the common range or out of the range. More specifically, the command C100H and the command C200H notify that they are outside the specific pattern common range, while the command C101H and the command C201H notify that they are within the specific pattern common range.

  Further, in the first start opening prize designation command and the second start opening prize designation command, the special drawing is determined based on a predetermined specific display result determination numerical value (for example, numerical data indicating a random value MR1 for determining the special graphic display result). Different EXT data is set according to the determination result of whether or not the display result is determined to be “big hit”. More specifically, the command C102H and the command C202H notify the winning time determination that is determined that the special figure display result is determined to be “big hit” or “small win”. In contrast, the command C100H, the command C101H, the command C200H, and the command C201H are notified that it has been determined that the special figure display result is not determined to be “big hit”.

  The command D0XXH displays the first special figure reserved memory number and the second special figure in order to display the special figure reserved memory number in the start winning memory display area 5H provided in the display area of the image display device 5 in an identifiable manner. This is a special figure reserved memory number notification command for notifying the total reserved memory number which is the total value with the reserved memory number. In response to the fact that either the first start condition or the second start condition is satisfied, for example, one of the first start opening prize designation command and the second start opening prize designation command is used as the special figure reserved memory number notification command. Subsequent to the transmission, it is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. In the special figure hold memory number notification command, for example, the total number of hold data (for example, “1” to “8”) of the hold data in the first special figure hold storage unit 151A and the hold data in the second special figure hold storage unit 151B shown in FIG. ), Different EXT data is set. Thereby, on the side of the production control board 12, when either the first start condition or the second start condition is satisfied, the special figure holding memory number notification command transmitted from the main board 11 is received, and the first The total number of stored pending data in the special figure hold storage unit 151A and the second special figure hold storage unit 151B can be specified.

  The command F0XXH is a short-time control remaining number notification command for notifying the remaining number of special figure games that can be executed until the short-time control is completed in response to the fact that the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a short-time state. is there. It should be noted that an effect control command for notifying the number of special figure games that have been executed since the time reduction control was started may be used instead of the time reduction control remaining number notification command.

  The game control microcomputer 100 mounted on the main board 11 is, for example, a one-chip microcomputer. For example, as shown in FIG. 5, a CPU (Central Processing Unit) 81 that performs a control operation according to a program, and a game control microcomputer The ROM (Read Only Memory) 82 for storing the program, fixed data, etc., the RAM (Random Access Memory) 83 for providing the work area of the CPU 81, and the numerical data indicating the random number value are updated independently of the CPU 81. A random number circuit 84 and an input / output port 85 are provided. As an example, in the game control microcomputer 100, the CPU 81 executes a program read from the ROM 82, thereby executing a process for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. At this time, the CPU 81 reads the fixed data from the ROM 82, the variable data writing operation in which the CPU 81 writes various fluctuation data in the RAM 83 and temporarily stores the data, and the CPU 81 temporarily stores the various fluctuation data in the RAM 83. The CPU 81 receives the input of various signals from the outside of the game control microcomputer 100 via the input / output port 85, and the CPU 81 receives the input of various signals from the game control microcomputer 100 via the input / output port 85. A transmission operation for outputting various signals to the outside is also performed. The one-chip microcomputer constituting the game control microcomputer 100 only needs to incorporate a RAM 83 in addition to at least the CPU 81, and the ROM 82 may be external or built-in. The random number circuit 84 and the input / output port 85 may be externally attached.

  As described above, in the game control microcomputer 100, the CPU 81 executes control according to the program stored in the ROM 82, and hence the game control microcomputer 100 (or CPU 81) executes (or performs processing). Specifically, the CPU 81 executes control according to a program. The same applies to microcomputers mounted on substrates other than the main substrate 11.

  Similar to the game control microcomputer 100, the effect control microcomputer 120 mounted on the effect control board 12 is also a one-chip microcomputer, for example, as shown in FIG. A ROM 92 that stores a program for effect control, fixed data, and the like; a RAM 93 that provides a work area for the CPU 91; a random number circuit 94 that updates numerical data indicating random numbers independently of the CPU 91; And a port 95. As an example, in the effect control microcomputer 120, the CPU 91 executes the program read from the ROM 92, thereby controlling the effect operations by various effect devices such as the image display device 5, the speakers 8L and 8R, and the game effect lamp 9. The process is executed. At this time, the CPU 91 reads out fixed data from the ROM 92, the CPU 91 writes various data into the RAM 93 and temporarily stores the data, and the CPU 91 stores various data temporarily stored in the RAM 93. The CPU 91 receives the input of various signals from the outside of the effect control microcomputer 120 via the input / output port 95, and the CPU 91 receives the input of the effect control microcomputer 120 via the input / output port 95. A transmission operation for outputting various signals to the outside is also performed. The one-chip microcomputer constituting the effect control microcomputer 120 only needs to incorporate a RAM 93 in addition to at least the CPU 91, and the ROM 92 may be external or built-in. The random number circuit 94 and the input / output port 95 may be externally attached. Further, when all the numerical data indicating the random number value is updated by software in the production control microcomputer 120, the random number circuit 94 may not be provided.

  On the main board 11, for example, the random number circuit 84 provided in the game control microcomputer 100 shown in FIG. 5 counts numerical data indicating various random values used for controlling the progress of the game in an updatable manner. The random number value used for controlling the progress of such a game is also referred to as a game random number. FIG. 7 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a random number value used on the main board 11 side. As shown in FIG. 7, in this embodiment, on the main board 11 side, a random value MR1 for determining a special figure display result, a random value MR2 for determining a jackpot type, and a random value for determining a special figure variation pattern type Numerical data indicating each of MR3, random number value MR4 for determining a special figure variation pattern, and random number value MR5 for determining a normal map display result are controlled to be countable. In addition, in order to improve a game effect, random numbers other than these may be used.

  The random number circuit 84 only needs to count numerical data indicating all or part of these random number values MR1 to MR5. The CPU 81 uses a random counter different from the random number circuit 84, such as a random counter provided in the game control counter setting unit 154 shown in FIG. Numerical data indicating a part of MR5 may be counted. As an example, the numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result and the random value MR5 for determining the normal figure display result are updated independently of the CPU 81 by the random number circuit 84, and the other random number values MR2 to MR2. The numerical data indicating MR4 may be updated by software by the CPU 81 using a random counter. Further, by executing predetermined processing such as scramble processing and arithmetic processing using all or part of the numerical data updated by the random number circuit 84, numerical data indicating all or part of the random number values MR1 to MR5 is obtained. It may be updated.

  The random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is a random value used for determining whether or not the special figure display result is “big hit” or “small hit”. It takes a value in the range of 65535 ”. That is, the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is controlled based on the special figure display result in the special figure game, whether or not to control the big hit gaming state in which the round in which the big winning opening 60 is opened, It is used to determine whether or not to control to the small hit gaming state in which the accessory opening / closing operation in which the accessory entrance 31 is opened is executed. The random number MR2 for determining the jackpot type is for determining the jackpot type as one of a plurality of types such as “non-probable change”, “probability change”, and “surprise change” based on the determination that the special figure display result is “big hit”. This is a random value to be used, for example, a value in the range of “0” to “100”.

  The random value MR3 for determining the special pattern variation pattern type is used to determine whether the special pattern variation pattern type, which is the variation pattern type of the special symbol, is one of a plurality of pattern types prepared in advance. For example, it takes a value in the range of “0” to “250”. The random value MR4 for determining the special figure variation pattern is a random value used for determining whether the special figure variation pattern, which is the variation pattern of the special symbol, is one of a plurality of patterns prepared in advance. It takes a value in the range of “0” to “996”. The random number value MR5 for determining the general map display result is a random number value used for determining whether the general map display result is “per standard map” or “typical map loss”. ”To“ 13 ”.

  FIG. 8 shows a variation pattern of special symbols in this embodiment. In this embodiment, among the cases where the special figure display result is “losing”, when the decorative symbol variable display mode is “non-reach” or “reach”, the special figure display result is “ Corresponding to the case where the big hit type is “non-probable change” or “probable change” or “surprise change”, or when the special figure display result is “small hit”. A plurality of variation patterns are prepared in advance. The variation pattern corresponding to the case where the special figure display result is “losing” and the decorative symbol variable display mode is “non-reach” is referred to as a non-reach variation pattern (also referred to as “non-reach loss variation pattern”). The variation pattern corresponding to the case where the special figure display result is “lost” and the decorative symbol variable display mode is “reach” is referred to as a reach variation pattern (also referred to as “reach lose variation pattern”). The non-reach variation pattern and the reach variation pattern are included in the loss variation pattern corresponding to the case where the special figure display result is “lost”. The variation pattern corresponding to the case where the special figure display result is “big hit” or “small hit” is referred to as a hit variation pattern. Among these, the fluctuation pattern corresponding only to the case where the special figure display result is “big hit” is particularly referred to as a big hit fluctuation pattern.

  As shown in FIG. 8A, in this embodiment, as non-reach fluctuation patterns, fluctuation patterns PA1-1 to PA1-6 and fluctuation patterns PB1-1 to PB1-6 are prepared in advance. ing. As reach variation patterns, variation patterns PA2-1 to PA2-3 and variation patterns PA3-1 to PA3-8 are prepared in advance. As shown in FIG. 8B, variation patterns PA4-1 to variation pattern PA4 are shown as hit variation patterns corresponding to the case where the special figure display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “non-probable variation” or “probability variation”. −3, variation pattern PA5-1 to variation pattern PA5-8 are prepared in advance. As variation patterns corresponding to the case where the special figure display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “surprise”, or the special figure display result is “small hit”, the variation patterns PA6-1 to PA6 -5 is prepared in advance.

  FIG. 9 shows the variation pattern types of special symbols in this embodiment. Each variation pattern shown in FIGS. 8A and 8B is included in at least one variation pattern type among the plurality of variation pattern types shown in FIG. That is, each variation pattern type may be configured to include one or a plurality of variation patterns classified (grouped) based on, for example, an effect operation performed during variable display of decorative symbols. As an example, a variation pattern type that includes a variation pattern in which a variable display state of a decorative design does not become a reach state by classifying (grouping) a plurality of variation patterns according to the type of reach effect (effect mode), and a variation with normal reach What is necessary is just to divide into the fluctuation pattern classification in which the pattern is included, and the fluctuation pattern classification in which the fluctuation pattern with a super reach (super reach α or super reach β) is included. As another example, categorizing (grouping) multiple variation patterns according to the presence or absence of “pseudo-continuous” variable display effects and the number of executions of pseudo-continuous variation (re-variation) to execute “pseudo-continuous” variable display effects A variation pattern type that includes a variation pattern that is not included, a variation pattern type that includes a variation pattern in which the number of executions of the pseudo-continuous variation (re-variation) is 1 in the variable display effect of “pseudo-continuous”, and “pseudo-continuous” What is necessary is just to divide into the variation pattern classification in which the variation pattern which makes the frequency | count of execution of a pseudo | simulation continuous variation (revariation) 2 or more is included in the variable display effect of this. As yet another example, a plurality of variation patterns may be classified (grouped) according to the presence or absence of variable display effects such as “pseudo-continuous” and “slip”, or the variable display time of decorative symbols. Among the plurality of variation pattern types, there may be one configured to include a common variation pattern.

  In the example shown in FIG. 9, the variation pattern type CA1-1 to variation pattern type CA1-5 and variation pattern type CB1 correspond to the case where the special figure display result is “losing” and the variable display mode is “non-reach”. −1 to variation pattern types CB1-4 are prepared in advance. Corresponding to the case where the special figure display result is “losing” and a “reach” variable display mode, variation pattern types CA2-1 to CA2-3 are prepared in advance. The variation pattern type CA3-1 to variation pattern type CA3-3 are prepared in advance corresponding to the variable display mode (big hit type) of “big hit” when the special figure display result is “big hit” or “predictable change”. . Corresponding to the case where the special figure display result is “big hit” and the variable display mode (big hit type) of “surprise” or the special figure display result is “small hit”, the variation pattern type CA4-1 is previously set. It is prepared. Further, the variation pattern type CA4-2 is prepared in advance only in the case where the special figure display result is the “big hit” and the “surprise” variable display mode (big hit type).

  The variation pattern type CA1-1 is a special figure corresponding to a special symbol (first special figure or second special figure) in which execution of the special figure game is started when the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is the normal state. The variable display time for special symbols and decorative symbols is shortened in response to the normal starting memory number being “0” as the reserved memory number (first special figure reserved memory number or second special figure reserved memory number). In addition, the variation pattern type PA1- is a variation pattern type “without normal state shortening” in which variable display effects such as “sliding” and “pseudo-run” are not executed, and associated with “without normal state shortening” in advance. 1 is included. In the variation pattern type CA1-2, the variable display time of special symbols and decorative symbols is shortened in response to the normal start memory number being “1” or “2”, and “sliding” or “pseudo-continuous” The variation pattern type of “normal state hold 1, 2 shortened” in which a variable display effect such as is not executed is included, and includes a variation pattern PA1-2 previously associated with “normal state hold 1, 2 shortened”. .

  The variable pattern types CA1-3 have a variable display time of “slip”, “pseudo-ream”, etc., corresponding to the fact that the number of memories at the start of normal is “3”, the variable display time of special symbols and decorative symbols is shortened. The variation pattern type of “3 normal state hold shortened” in which the effect is not executed includes a change pattern PA1-3 previously associated with “normal state hold 3 shortened”. The variable pattern types CA1-4 have a variable display time of “slip”, “pseudo-ream”, etc., corresponding to the fact that the memory number at the start of normal is “4”, the variable display time of special symbols and decorative symbols is shortened. It is a variation pattern type of “4 normal state hold shortened” in which no effect is executed, and includes a variation pattern PA1-4 previously associated with “normal state hold 4 shortened”. The variation pattern type CA1-5 is a variation pattern type of “sliding, pseudo-ream” in which a variable display effect of “sliding” or “pseudo-ream” is executed when the decorative display variable display mode is “non-reach”. Yes, and includes a variation pattern PA1-5 and a variation pattern PA1-6 that are associated in advance with “slip, pseudo-ream”.

  The variation pattern type CB1-1 is a special symbol (first special diagram or second special feature) in which the execution of the special figure game is started when the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a special gaming state such as a probability variation state or a short time state. In response to the special start memory number being “0” as the special figure hold memory number (the first special figure hold memory number or the second special figure hold memory number) corresponding to FIG. It is a variation pattern type of “probability change / no shortening / shortening / shortening / shortening” in which a variable display effect such as “pseudo ream” is not executed, and includes a variation pattern PB1-1 previously associated with “no probability change / shortening / shortening / shortening”. . In the variable pattern type CB1-2, the variable display time of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is shortened in response to the special start memory number being “1” or “2”, and “slip” or “pseudo-continuous” Is a variation pattern type of “probability change / short-time hold 1, shortened by 2” that is not executed, and a change pattern PB1-2 previously associated with “probability change / short-time hold 1, 2 reduction” Is included.

  In the variable pattern types CB1-3, the variable display time of the special symbol and the decorative symbol is shortened corresponding to the number of special start memories being “3”, and variable display such as “sliding” and “pseudo-ream” is performed. The variation pattern type of “probability change / short-time / hold hold reduced by 3”, in which the effect is not executed, includes a change pattern PB1-3 previously associated with “probability change / short-time / hold hold reduced by 3”. In the variable pattern types CB1-4, the variable display time of special symbols and decorative symbols is shortened corresponding to the number of stored special start times being “4”, and variable displays such as “slip” and “pseudo-ream” are displayed. The variation pattern type of “probability change / short / long / short hold 4 shortened” in which the production is not executed includes the change patterns PB1-4 to PB1-6 previously associated with “probability / short / long / short hold 4 shortened”. However, the number of times that the special figure display result was “small hit” during the time reduction during the time reduction control, and the special figure display result was “big hit” and “big hit” type of big hit during the time reduction. The variation pattern to be used is changed according to the number of times.

  When the special pattern display result is “losing”, the variation pattern type CA2-1 includes a normal reach that is a normal reach effect after setting the variable display state of the decorative symbol to the reach state, and derives and displays a fixed decorative symbol of the reach combination. The variation pattern type of “normal reach loss” includes variation patterns PA2-1 to PA2-3 previously associated with “normal reach loss”. In the variation pattern type CA2-2, when the special figure display result is “losing”, the decorative display variable display state is set to the reach state, and then the super-reach α is selected from among a plurality of types of super-reach, and the fixed combination pattern of the reach combination is determined. Is a variation pattern type of “super-reach α lose”, and includes variation patterns PA 3-1 to PA 3-4 previously associated with “super-reach α loss”. The variation pattern type CA2-3 has a reach combination with a super reach β that is different from the super reach α after the variable display state of the decorative symbol is set to the reach state when the special figure display result is “losing”. It is a variation pattern type of “super reach β loss” for deriving and displaying a symbol, and includes variation patterns PA3-5 to PA3-8 previously associated with “super reach β loss”.

  In the variation pattern type CA3-1, when the special figure display result is “big hit” and the big hit type of “non-probability change” or “probability change”, the variable display state of the decorative symbols is changed to the reach state and the normal reach is obtained as a normal reach effect. Is a variation pattern type of “normal reach jackpot” for deriving and displaying a definite decorative combination of jackpot combination, and includes variation patterns PA4-1 to PA4-3 previously associated with “normal reach jackpot”. Fluctuation pattern type CA3-2 is a big hit with super reach α when the special symbol display result is a big hit type of “big hit” and “non-probable change” or “probable change” with the variable display state of the decorative symbol set as the reach state. It is a variation pattern type of “super reach α big hit” for deriving and displaying a combination decorative pattern, and includes variation patterns PA5-1 to PA5-4 previously associated with “super reach α big hit”. Fluctuation pattern type CA3-3 is a big hit with super reach β after the variable display state of the decorative symbol is set to the reach state when the special figure display result is the big hit type of “non-probable change” or “probable change”. It is a variation pattern type of “super reach β big hit” for deriving and displaying a combination decorative pattern, and includes variation patterns PA5-5 to PA5-8 previously associated with “super reach β big hit”.

  In the variation pattern type CA4-1, when the special figure display result is “big hit” and “surprise” big hit type, or when the special figure display result is “small hit”, any of the second chances of opening TC1 to TC4 This is a variation pattern type of “second chance of opening” that derives and displays a definite decorative symbol, and includes variation patterns PA6-1 to PA6-3 previously associated with “second chance of release”. Yes. In the variation pattern type CA4-2, when the special figure display result is “big hit” and “big hit” big hit type, the variable display state of the decorative symbols is set to the reach state, and then the fixed decorative symbol of the reach combination is derived and displayed. The variation pattern type of “reach loss at the time of double release” includes a variation pattern PA 6-4 and a variation pattern PA 6-5 previously associated with “reach loss at the time of double release”.

  In addition to the game control program, the ROM 82 included in the game control microcomputer 100 shown in FIG. 5 stores various selection data and table data used for controlling the progress of the game. . For example, the ROM 82 stores data constituting a plurality of determination tables, determination tables, setting tables and the like prepared for the CPU 81 to perform various determinations, determinations, and settings. Further, the ROM 82 stores table data constituting a plurality of command tables used for the CPU 81 to transmit control signals to be various control commands from the main board 11 and a special map variation storing a plurality of special map variation patterns. Table data constituting the pattern table, pattern data constituting various operation control patterns, and the like are stored.

  FIG. 10 shows a configuration example of the special figure display result determination table 130 stored in the ROM 82. The special figure display result determination table 130 displays the special figure before the fixed special symbol that is the special figure display result is derived and displayed in the special figure game by the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B. The random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result determines whether or not to control the big hit gaming state as the “big hit” and whether to control the special figure display result as the “small hit” and the small hit gaming state. It is a table that is referred to for making a decision based on it.

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

  On the other hand, determination values are assigned to the special graphic display results corresponding to the special graphic game by the first special symbol display device 4A and the special graphic game by the second special symbol display device 4B. Different decision tables may be prepared. In this case, in the case of the special figure game by the first special symbol display device 4A and the case of the special figure game by the second special symbol display device 4B, the determined value is assigned to the special symbol display result of “small hit”. May be different. As an example, in the case of a special figure game by the second special symbol display device 4B, the ratio determined as the special figure display result of “small hit” compared to the case of the special figure game by the first special symbol display device 4A As a result, a determination value may be assigned to each special figure display result. Alternatively, in the case of a special figure game by the second special symbol display device 4B, a determined value may be assigned so that the special figure display result of “small hit” is not determined.

  However, in this embodiment, the variation pattern is determined as the number of times that the special figure display result becomes “small hit” increases during the time reduction when the time reduction control is performed in the special game state such as the probability variation state or the time reduction state. Therefore, by changing the table selected for this purpose, the variable display time for special symbols and decorative symbols may be set shorter. Therefore, when the game ball is likely to enter the second start winning opening by the high opening control in the probability variation state or the short time state, the special figure display result is “small hit”, and the small prize ball is hardly obtained. Even if the game state is controlled to the winning game state, the average variable display time is shortened after that, which is more advantageous for the player. Can be prevented. Therefore, in the case of the special symbol game by the second special symbol display device 4B, the ratio determined in the special symbol display result of “small hit” is larger than that in the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A. A determination value may be assigned to each special figure display result so as to be higher. Alternatively, in the case of a special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A, the special symbol display result of “small hit” is not determined, whereas in the case of the special symbol game by the second special symbol display device 4B A determination value may be assigned so that the special figure display result of “small hit” may be determined.

  FIG. 11 shows a configuration example of the jackpot type determination table 131 stored in the ROM 82. The big hit type determination table 131 determines whether the big hit type is “non-probable change”, “probable change”, or “surprise change” when the special figure display result is determined to be “big hit”. It is a table referred to in order to determine based on random number value MR2 for classification determination. In the big hit type determination table 131, the big hit type determination table 131 determines the big hit type according to whether the value of the variation special figure designation flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 152 shown in FIG. 17 is “1” or “2”. A numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random value MR2 is assigned to a jackpot type such as “non-probability change”, “probability change”, “surprise change”. Here, the value of the variable special symbol designation flag becomes “1” when the special symbol game using the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A is executed, while the second special symbol display device 4B. When the special figure game using the second special figure is executed, “2” is set. Therefore, in the big hit type determination table 131, the assignment of the decision value to the big hit type differs depending on whether the special figure game using the first special figure or the second special figure is executed.

  In the jackpot type determination table 131, the table data indicating the decision values assigned to a plurality of types of jackpot types is the result of determining whether to control the 15 round big hit state or the two round big hit state, and the end of the big hit gaming state Later, it becomes data for determination corresponding to the determination result of whether or not to control to the probability variation state. For example, the table data indicating the decision values assigned to the “non-probable change” or “probability change” jackpot type corresponds to the decision result of controlling to the round 15 jackpot state, while being assigned to the “surprise” jackpot type. The table data indicating the determined value corresponds to the determination result that the control is performed to the big round hit state. The table data indicating the decision value assigned to the “non-probable” jackpot type corresponds to the decision result that the control is not controlled to the probability change state, while being assigned to the jackpot type of “probability” or “surprise”. The table data indicating the determined value indicates the determination result that the control is performed in the probability variation state. The jackpot type determination table 131 is a value corresponding to the determined jackpot type (for example, any one of “0” to “2”) as a value of the jackpot type buffer provided in the game control buffer 155 (a jackpot type buffer value). Table data (setting data) may be included.

  In the jackpot type determination table 131 shown in FIG. 11, the allocation of the determined value to each jackpot type differs depending on whether the value of the variation special figure designation flag is “1” or “2”. For example, for the jackpot type of “probability change”, when the value of the variation special figure designation flag is “1”, a decision value in the range of “37” to “72” is assigned, while the fluctuation special figure designation flag When the value of “2” is “2”, a determined value in the range of “37” to “97” is assigned. When the value of the variation special figure designation flag is “1”, the determined value in the range of “73” to “100” is assigned to the big hit type of “surprise”, while the value of the fluctuation special figure designation flag When “2” is “2”, a determined value in the range of “98” to “100” is assigned.

  In the setting example shown in FIG. 11, the special figure display result is “big hit” based on the fact that the second start condition for starting the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B is satisfied. When it is decided to control to the big hit game state, the proportion determined to control to the two round big hit state with the big hit type as “surprise” is lower than when the special figure game using the first special figure is started. To do. When the special figure game using the second special figure is started, compared to the case where the special figure game using the first special figure is started, the big hit type is “surprise” and the two round big hit state The determined value may be assigned so that the ratio determined by the control increases. In other words, depending on whether the special figure game using the first special figure or the second special figure is executed, the determination of the number of times the round is executed in the big hit gaming state is made different. The determination table 131 only needs to be set.

  However, in this embodiment, as the number of times that the special figure display result is “big hit” and the “surprise” big hit type increases during the short time when the short time control is performed in the special game state such as the probability changing state or the short time state, etc. Depending on the change of the table selected for determining the variation pattern, the variable display time of the special symbol or the decorative symbol may be set to be shortened. Therefore, when the game ball is likely to enter the second start winning opening by high opening control in the probability change state or the short time state, the special figure display result is “big hit” and “big hit” is the big hit type. Even if the game is controlled to a two-round big hit state in which the game is hardly obtained, it becomes more advantageous for the player by shortening the average variable display time after that, so there will be a delay in the game in the probability variation state and the short time state It is possible to prevent a decline in the entertainment interest of the game.

  12 and 13 show a configuration example of a variation pattern type determination table stored in the ROM 82. In this embodiment, the variation pattern type determination tables 132A and 132B shown in FIGS. 12A and 12B and FIGS. 13A1 to A4 and B1 to B4 are used as the variation pattern type determination tables. 133A to 133D and 134A to 134D are prepared in advance.

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

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

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

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

  The variation pattern type determination table 133A to the variation pattern type determination table 133D and the variation pattern type determination table 134A to the variation pattern type determination table 134D are displayed when the special figure display result is determined to be “lost” (predetermined). It is a determination table for loss that is referred to in order to determine one of a plurality of variation pattern types based on a random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern type. The variation pattern type determination table 133A to the variation pattern type determination table 133D and the variation pattern type determination table 134A to the variation pattern type determination table 134D are based on the table selection settings as shown in FIG. 13C, and the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 Is a normal state, a short-time state or a probable change state, and a special figure holding memory number (first special figure) corresponding to a special symbol (first special figure or second special figure) at which execution of the special figure game is started One of them is selected as a use table in accordance with the figure holding memory number or the second special figure holding memory number). Note that the variation pattern type determination table 133A to the variation pattern type determination table 133D and the variation pattern type determination table 134A to the variation pattern type determination table 134D are special symbols (the first special diagram or the second special diagram) in which the execution of the special figure game is started. Is not limited to the one selected as the use table in accordance with the number of special figure hold memory (the first special figure hold memory number or the second special figure hold memory number) corresponding to the special figure. Either one may be selected as a use table according to the total number of reserved memories, which is the total value of the figure reserved memory number and the second special figure reserved memory number.

  In the variation pattern type determination table 133A to the variation pattern type determination table 133D and the variation pattern type determination table 134A to the variation pattern type determination table 134D, a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the random number MR3 for determining the special figure variation pattern type. , Fluctuation pattern type CA1-1 to fluctuation pattern type CA1-5, fluctuation pattern type CB1-1 to fluctuation pattern type CB1-4, fluctuation pattern type CA2-1 to fluctuation pattern type CA2-3. . In each of the variation pattern type determination table 133A to the variation pattern type determination table 133D and the variation pattern type determination table 134A to the variation pattern type determination table 134D, the determined values are varied so that the ratio determined for each variation pattern type is different. There is a part assigned to the pattern type. For example, for the variation pattern type CA1-5, the variation pattern type CA2-1, and the variation pattern type CA2-2, a determination value is assigned in each variation pattern type determination table, while the determination value is assigned to each variation. It is different in the pattern type determination table. Thereby, the ratio determined by the same variation pattern type can be varied according to the gaming state and the number of special figure hold memories.

  Further, in each of the variation pattern type determination table 133A to the variation pattern type determination table 133D and the variation pattern type determination table 134A to the variation pattern type determination table 134D, there are portions where the determination values are assigned to different variation pattern types. For example, in the variation pattern type determination table 133A, while a determination value is assigned to the variation pattern type CA1-1, the variation pattern type CA1-2 to variation pattern type CA1-4 and variation pattern type CB1-1 to CB1-1. No decision value is assigned to the variation pattern types CB1-4. On the other hand, in the variation pattern type determination table 134A, while a determination value is assigned to the variation pattern type CB1-1, the variation pattern type CA1-1 to variation pattern type CA1-4 and variation pattern type CB1. No determination value is assigned to −2 to variation pattern type CB1-4. As a result, different variation pattern types can be determined according to the gaming state and the number of special figure hold memories.

  In this embodiment, when the special figure display result is “losing” and the random value MR3 for determining the special figure variation pattern type is within the range of “230” to “250”, the gaming state and the special figure are displayed. Regardless of the number of reserved memories, the variation pattern type CA2-3 including a variation pattern with super reach β is determined. That is, when the random number value MR3 for determining the special figure variation pattern type extracted from the random number circuit 84 or the game control counter setting unit 154 is any one of “230” to “250”, the gaming state and the special figure holding memory number Regardless, the variable display of the decorative design accompanied by at least the super reach β is executed.

  By referring to any one of the variation pattern type determination table 133A to the variation pattern type determination table 133D and the variation pattern type determination table 134A to the variation pattern type determination table 134D, the variation pattern type CA1-1 to the variation pattern type CA1-5, The variation pattern type determination table CB1-1 to the variation pattern type CB1-4 and the variation pattern type CA2-1 to the variation pattern type CA2-3 can be determined. Here, as shown in FIG. 9, the variation pattern type CA1-1 to variation pattern type CA1-5 and variation pattern type CB1-1 to variation pattern type CB1-4 are variably displayed with the special figure display result “lost”. It is a variation pattern type corresponding to a case where the mode is “non-reach”. The variation pattern types CA2-1 to CA2-3 are variation pattern types corresponding to the case where the special figure display result is “lost” and the variable display mode is “reach”. Therefore, the decorative pattern is variably displayed by determining the variation pattern type with reference to any one of the variation pattern type determination table 133A to the variation pattern type determination table 133D and the variation pattern type determination table 134A to the variation pattern type determination table 134D. It can be determined whether or not the aspect is in a reach state.

  Then, when the special figure holding storage number is equal to or greater than the predetermined number, it is determined that the decorative symbol variable display state is not set to the reach state at a higher rate than when it is less than the predetermined number. When the state is the state, a determination value is assigned to each variation pattern type so that the variable display state of the decorative symbols is determined not to be the reach state at a higher rate than in the normal state. Here, if the average variable display time in the non-reach fluctuation pattern is set to be shorter than the average variable display time in the reach fluctuation pattern, the special figure holding number is a predetermined number (for example, “3”). Etc.), the average variable display time can be shortened compared to when it is less than the predetermined number, and when it is in the probability change state or in the short time state, compared to when it is in the normal state, The average variable display time can be shortened.

  14 and 15 show a configuration example of a variation pattern determination table stored in the ROM 82. In this embodiment, variation pattern determination tables 135A, 135B, and 136A to 136C shown in FIGS. 14A and 14B and FIGS. 15A to 15C are prepared in advance as variation pattern determination tables. Yes.

  The variation pattern determination table 135A is based on the fact that the special figure display result is determined to be “big hit” or “small hit” (predetermined), the variation pattern type CA3-1 to the variation pattern type CA3-3 and the variation pattern type CA4 -1 and a variation pattern type CA4-2 are tables that are referred to in order to determine a variation pattern as one of a plurality of patterns. The variation pattern determination table 135B is based on the fact that the special figure display result is determined to be “lost” (predetermined), and the variation pattern type CA1-1 to variation pattern type CA1-5 and variation pattern type CB1-1 to variation pattern. This table is referred to in order to determine a variation pattern as one of a plurality of patterns when it is determined as one of a type CB1-3 and a variation pattern type CA2-1 to a variation pattern type CA2-3.

  The variation pattern determination tables 136A to 136C are referred to determine a variation pattern when the variation pattern type CB1-4 is determined on the basis of the fact that the special figure display result is determined to be “lost” (predetermined). It is a table to be. In the fluctuation pattern determination tables 136A to 136C, the value of the fluctuation special figure designation flag is “1” or “2” according to the table selection setting for the fluctuation pattern types CB1-4 as shown in FIG. Any one of them is selected as the use table in accordance with the short / medium / small hit count value or the short / medium sudden accuracy count value.

  In the fluctuation pattern determination table 136A, all numerical values (determination values) to be compared with the random value MR4 for determining the special figure fluctuation pattern are assigned to the fluctuation patterns PB1-4. In the fluctuation pattern determination table 136B, all numerical values (determination values) to be compared with the random value MR4 for determining the special figure fluctuation pattern are assigned to the fluctuation patterns PB1-5. In the fluctuation pattern determination table 136C, all numerical values (determination values) to be compared with the random value MR4 for determining the special figure fluctuation pattern are assigned to the fluctuation patterns PB1-6. As shown in FIG. 8A, the special figure fluctuation time in the fluctuation pattern PB1-4 is 3000 ms, the special figure fluctuation time in the fluctuation pattern PB1-5 is 2000 ms, and the special figure fluctuation time in the fluctuation pattern PB1-6. Is 1000 ms. Then, as shown in FIG. 13 (B4) and (C), when the game state is a special game state such as a short-time state or a probability change state, and the special figure hold storage number is “4”, The variation pattern type CB1-4 may be determined based on the determination that the display result is “losing”. Further, as shown in FIG. 15 (D), when the value of the variation special figure designation flag is “2”, the time-short / medium / small hit count value or the time-short / medium hit probability count value is “0”, “1”, “2 or more”. Is selected from the variation pattern determination table 136A to the variation pattern determination table 136C as the usage table.

  The short / medium / small / medium count value is, for example, the stored value of the hour / medium / small / medium counter provided in the game control counter setting unit 154 shown in FIG. 17. Each time the special figure display result becomes “small hit”, the value is updated so that 1 is added. The short / medium hit probability count value is, for example, the stored value of the hour / medium hit probability counter provided in the game control counter setting unit 154, and the special figure display result is “big hit” when the short time control is performed in the special gaming state. Every time it becomes a big hit type of “Accuracy”, it is updated so that 1 is added.

  Therefore, based on the fact that the special figure display result is “small hit” during the short time when the short time control is performed in the special game state such as the probability changing state or the short time state, or the special figure display result is “big hit” and “ The number of second special figure hold memory is reduced so that the average variable display time (special figure fluctuation time) in the special figure game using the second special figure is shortened based on the fact that the big hit type of In the case of “4”, the selection of the variation pattern determination table corresponding to the special figure display result “lost” is changed.

  Note that the variation pattern determination table 136A to the variation pattern determination table 136C are not limited to those in which all determination values are assigned to one variation pattern, but are different in allocation of determination values to a plurality of variation patterns. It may be. As an example, in any of the variation pattern determination table 136A to the variation pattern determination table 136C, a determination value is assigned to each of the variation pattern PB1-4 to the variation pattern PB1-6, but in the variation pattern determination table 136A, The decision value assigned to the variation pattern PB1-4 is the largest, the decision value assigned to the variation pattern PB1-5 is the largest in the variation pattern decision table 136B, and the variation pattern PB1-6 is assigned to the variation pattern determination table 136C. Alternatively, it may be set so that the determined value assigned to the largest number. In other words, the variation pattern determination table 136A to the variation pattern determination table 136C include a determination value for each variation pattern so that an average special pattern variation time is shortened as the time-short / medium / small count count value or the time-short / medium suddenness count value increases. As long as is assigned.

  FIG. 16 shows an example of the configuration of the general map display result determination table 137 stored in the ROM 82. Whether the normal figure display result determination table 137 determines that the normal figure display result is “per normal figure” before the fixed normal symbol that is the normal figure display result is derived and displayed in the normal figure game by the normal symbol display device 20. It is a table that is referred to in order to determine whether or not “usual figure loss” is to be made based on a random number value MR5 for determining a usual figure display result.

  In the common map display result determination table 137, the numerical value (determined value) to be compared with the random number MR5 for determining the general map display result is “per map” depending on whether the time reduction flag is off or on. Or, it is assigned to the general map display result of “general map loss”. Here, when the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a special gaming state such as a probability change state or a time-shortening state, the time-shortening flag is set to an on state in response to the time-shortening control being performed. Cleared in response to termination, and turned off. In the common map display result determination table 137, the assignment of the decision value to the common map display result of “per common map” or “common map loss” differs depending on whether or not the time flag is on. In other words, each time map display result has a determined value so that the ratio determined in the time map control is higher than the time map other than the time shortening time. Assigned. With such a setting, the ratio of the time when the time reduction control is performed is more than when the time is shorter than the time reduction, and the normal map display result is “per normal map” and the second start winning opening is set to be in an advantageous state of passage ( Frequency) is increased.

  In addition to increasing the rate at which the normal map display results in “per normal map”, the average variable display time in the normal game is shortened compared to when the time is shorter than when the time is shorter. By increasing the number of times (expanded opening times) and the time (expanded opening time) that pass through the second start winning opening when the normal map display result becomes "per normal map", the second start winning prize is increased. What is necessary is just to make it raise the ratio (frequency) which makes an opening advantageous state pass.

  The RAM 83 included in the game control microcomputer 100 shown in FIG. 5 has a game control data holding area 150 as shown in FIG. 17 as an area for holding various data used for controlling the progress of the game. Is provided. The game control data holding area 150 shown in FIG. 17 includes a first special figure hold storage unit 151A, a second special figure hold storage unit 151B, a general figure hold storage unit 151C, a game control flag setting unit 152, and a game. A control timer setting unit 153, a game control counter setting unit 154, and a game control buffer setting unit 155 are provided.

  The first special figure storage unit 151A is the same as the special special game in spite of the fact that the game ball passes (enters) the first starting winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A and the first starting condition is satisfied. The pending data of the special figure game that has not yet been started by the first special symbol display device 4A due to reasons such as being executed. As an example, the first special figure reservation storage unit 151A associates with the reservation number in the order of winning (game ball detection order) to the first start winning opening, and the CPU 81 determines the passing of the game ball (entrance). The random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random value MR2 for determining the big hit type, and the random value MR3 for determining the special figure variation pattern type extracted from the random counter of the random number circuit 84 or the game control counter setting unit 154 The numerical data shown is stored as pending data until the number reaches a predetermined upper limit (for example, “4”). The hold data stored in the first special figure hold storage unit 151A in this way becomes hold storage information indicating that the execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is held.

  The second special figure holding storage unit 151B has a special special figure in spite of the fact that the game ball passes (enters) the second starting winning opening formed by the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B and the second starting condition is satisfied. The holding data of the special figure game that has not yet been started by the second special symbol display device 4B due to reasons such as the game being executed is stored. As an example, the second special figure holding storage unit 151B is associated with the holding number in the winning order (game ball detection order) to the second start winning opening, and based on the passing (entrance) of the game ball by the CPU 81 The random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random value MR2 for determining the big hit type, and the random value MR3 for determining the special figure variation pattern type extracted from the random counter of the random number circuit 84 or the game control counter setting unit 154 The numerical data shown is stored as pending data until the number reaches a predetermined upper limit (for example, “4”). The hold data stored in the second special figure hold storage unit 151B in this way becomes hold storage information indicating that the execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is held.

  The universal figure storage unit 151 </ b> C stores the pending information of the general figure game that has not yet been started by the normal symbol display device 20 even though the game ball that has passed through the passing gate 41 is detected by the gate switch 21. For example, the general-purpose hold storage unit 151C associates the hold numbers with the hold numbers in the order in which the game balls have passed through the passing gate 41, and the random counter 84 of the random number circuit 84 or the game control counter setting unit 154 by the CPU 81 based on the passage of the game balls. For example, numerical data indicating the random number value MR5 for determining the normal map display result extracted from the above is stored as pending data until the number reaches a predetermined upper limit (eg, “4”).

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

  The special figure process flag indicates the progress of the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A, the progress of the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B, and the like. In the step S15 of FIG. 22 executed for control and the special symbol process shown in FIG. 23, it is instructed which process should be selected and executed. The ordinary symbol process flag is used to select / execute processing in the ordinary symbol process shown in step S16 of FIG. 22 or the ordinary symbol process shown in FIG. 31 in order to control the progress of the ordinary symbol game using the ordinary symbol by the ordinary symbol indicator 20. Tell what to do.

  The variable special symbol designation flag indicates that the special symbol game using the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A is executed, or the special special symbol game using the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B. Indicate whether it is executed or not. As an example, the variable special symbol designation flag is set to “1” corresponding to the execution of the special symbol game using the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A, while the second special symbol is displayed. It is set to “2” in response to the execution of the special figure game using the second special figure by the display device 4B.

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

  The probability variation flag is set to the on state in response to the probability variation control being performed when the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the probability variation state, while the probability variation control in the probability variation state is terminated. It is cleared and turned off in response to. The time reduction flag is set to the on state in response to the time reduction control when the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the probability change state or the time reduction state. Cleared in response to the end of control, etc., and turned off.

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

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

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

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

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

  The random counter of the game control counter setting unit 154 stores all or part of numerical data indicating a random number value as a game random number used for controlling the progress of the game separately from the random number circuit 84 or The CPU 81 uses the numerical data extracted from the circuit 84 to count so that it can be updated by software. For example, in the random counter of the game control counter setting unit 154, part or all of the numerical data indicating the random number values MR1 to MR5 is stored as a random count value, and is periodically or indefinite depending on the execution of software by the CPU 81. The numerical data indicating each random number value is updated periodically. The software executed by the CPU 81 to update the random count value may be for updating the random count value separately from the operation of updating the numerical data in the random number circuit 84, or may be extracted from the random number circuit 84. Alternatively, the random count value may be updated by performing predetermined processing such as scramble processing or calculation (addition / subtraction / division / division) processing on the numerical data.

  The first special figure reserved memory number counter is for counting the first special figure reserved memory number, which is the number of reserved data stored in the first special figure reserved memory unit 151A. For example, in the first special figure reserved memory number counter, count value data corresponding to the first special figure reserved memory number is stored as the first special figure reserved memory number count value, and the first special figure reserved memory number increases or decreases. Is updated (for example, 1 addition or 1 subtraction). The second special figure reserved memory number counter is for counting the second special figure reserved memory number which is the number of reserved data stored in the second special figure reserved memory unit 151B. For example, in the second special figure reserved memory number counter, count value data corresponding to the second special figure reserved memory number is stored as a second special figure reserved memory number count value, and the second special figure reserved memory number increases or decreases. Is updated (for example, 1 addition or 1 subtraction).

  The total reserved memory number counter is for counting the total reserved memory number obtained by adding up the first special figure reserved memory number and the second special figure reserved memory number. For example, count value data corresponding to the total pending memory count is stored in the total pending memory count counter as the total pending memory count value, and updated (for example, 1 addition or 1 subtraction) in response to an increase or decrease in the total pending memory count ) When the total reserved memory number is specified by the total value of the first special figure reserved memory number count value and the second special figure reserved memory number count value, the total reserved memory number counter need not be provided. The general-purpose reserved memory number counter is for counting the general-purpose reserved memory number that is the number of reserved data stored in the general-purpose reserved memory unit. For example, in the general-purpose reserved memory number counter, count value data corresponding to the general-purpose reserved memory number is stored as a general-purpose reserved memory number count value, and updated according to the increase or decrease of the general-purpose reserved memory number (for example, 1 Addition or 1 subtraction).

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

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

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

  The transmission command buffer is used to temporarily store setting data for transmitting a control command from the main board 11 to the sub-side control board. For example, the transmission command buffer is configured to include a plurality of buffer areas (for example, “12”), and setting data indicating the storage address in the ROM 82 of the command table corresponding to the control command to be transmitted is stored in each buffer area. The In addition, a buffer area in which setting data is written and read in the transmission command buffer may be specified by a transmission command pointer or the like, and may be configured so that a plurality of buffer areas can be used as a ring buffer.

  In the jackpot type buffer, a buffer value corresponding to a determination result in which the jackpot type is one of a plurality of types when the special figure display result is “big jackpot” is stored. As an example, based on the setting in the jackpot type determination table 131 as shown in FIG. 11, if the jackpot type is “non-probable change”, the jackpot type buffer value is set to “0” and the jackpot type is “probable change”. If there is, the jackpot type buffer value is set to “1”, and if the jackpot type is “surprise”, the jackpot type buffer value is set to “2”. The variation random number buffer stores numerical data indicating a random value used for executing the current special game (a special game for which a start condition is satisfied).

  An input / output port 85 provided in the game control microcomputer 100 shown in FIG. 5 includes an input port for taking in various signals transmitted to the game control microcomputer 100 and various signals to the outside of the game control microcomputer 100. And an output port for transmitting.

  2 is connected to wiring for transmitting a video signal to the image display device 5, wiring for transmitting a driving signal to the speakers 8L and 8R and the game effect lamp 9, and the like. The effect control board 12 is connected to wiring for transmitting an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that a predetermined operation (for example, a pressing operation) by the player with respect to the effect button 28 has been detected.

  In the effect control board 12, for example, a random number circuit 94 included in the effect control microcomputer 120 shown in FIG. 6 counts numerical data indicating various random values used for controlling the progress of the effect operation in an updatable manner. The The random number value used for controlling the progress of such an effect operation is also referred to as an effect random number. As an example, on the side of the effect control board 12, the numerical data indicating the random number SR1 for determining the prefetch notice pattern as shown in FIG. 18 is controlled to be countable. Note that other random values may be used to enhance the effect. The CPU 91 of the effect control microcomputer 120 updates various numerical data by software using a random counter different from the random number circuit 94 such as a random counter provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193 shown in FIG. Thus, all or a part of the numerical data that becomes the random number for presentation may be counted. Alternatively, by performing predetermined processing such as scramble processing and calculation processing using all or part of the numerical data updated by the random number circuit 94, the numerical data indicating all or part of the rendering random number is updated. You may make it do.

  The random number SR1 for determining the prefetching notice pattern is a random value used for determining the prefetching notice pattern corresponding to the contents of the effect when executing the prefetching notice effect as one of a plurality of patterns prepared in advance. For example, the value is in the range of “0” to “200”.

  In addition to the effect control program, the ROM 92 included in the effect control microcomputer 120 shown in FIG. 6 stores various data tables used for controlling the effect operation. For example, the ROM 92 stores a plurality of determination tables and determination tables prepared for the CPU 91 to perform various determinations, determinations, and controls, table data constituting the control pattern table, and the like. The control pattern table uses an image display device 5, speakers 8 </ b> L and 8 </ b> R, a decorative light emitting member such as a game effect lamp 9 and an ornamental LED, and an effect device (effect electric component) including an effect model, etc. In order to control the production operation, a plurality of types of pattern data constituting the production control pattern are stored in advance. Such an effect control pattern may include, for example, a symbol variation control pattern, a notice effect control pattern, a hit effect control pattern, and the like.

  The symbol variation control pattern relates to a variable display operation of the decorative symbol in the display area of the image display device 5 during a period from the start of variable display of the decorative symbol to the derivation and display of the final decorative symbol that is the final stop symbol. What is necessary is just to be prepared in advance for each variation pattern designated by the special figure variation pattern designation command, which is composed of pattern data indicating the control contents. Further, different symbol variation control patterns may be prepared corresponding to a plurality of types of effect modes in the pachinko gaming machine 1. Each of the plurality of symbol variation control patterns includes a decorative symbol display position and a decorative symbol display position in a variable symbol display performed using a final symbol that is a final stop symbol, a temporary stop symbol that is temporarily stopped during variable display, and the like. It is only necessary to define a time schedule such as the size, the direction of variation of the decorative pattern, and the variation speed. Here, the final stop symbol, the temporary stop symbol, or the like may be determined at the start of the variable display based on the variation pattern designated by the special figure variation pattern designation command.

  The notice effect control pattern is composed of pattern data indicating the control content of the effect operation in the notice effect, and may be prepared in advance for each of the notice effect patterns according to the contents of the effect operation in the notice effect. For example, each of the plurality of notice effect control patterns corresponds to one of a plurality of notice patterns prepared in advance for executing various notice effects, the display position and size of the effect image, the update display procedure, and the effect. It is only necessary to define a time schedule such as a setting of an operation valid period for effectively detecting a predetermined operation (for example, a pressing operation) on the operation button 28, and a setting for switching an effect operation when an operation is detected.

  The win time effect control pattern is an effect in a period in which the game is controlled to the big hit game state or the small hit game state after the variable display result (special drawing display result) in the special figure game becomes “big hit” or “small hit”. It consists of pattern data indicating the control content of the operation, etc., whether the special figure display result is “big hit” or “small hit”, and whether the big hit type is “non-probability change” or “probability change” Furthermore, it is sufficient if a plurality of items are prepared in advance according to the presence / absence of promotion effect during the big hit.

  FIG. 19A shows a configuration example of such various effect control patterns. In the configuration example shown in FIG. 19A, the effect control pattern includes various effect operations such as an effect control process timer determination value, display control data, sound control data, lamp control data, effect model control data, and an end code. It is only necessary to set the contents of various effects control, the timing of switching the effects control, and the like in time series.

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

  The display control data includes, for example, control contents of the display operation in the image display device 5 such as data indicating a variation mode of each decorative symbol during variable display of the decorative symbol and data indicating a display mode of an effect image different from the decorative symbol. Is included. The sound control data includes data indicating the control content of the sound output operation in the speakers 8L and 8R, such as data indicating an output mode of sound effects or the like linked to the decorative symbol variable display operation. The lamp control data includes data indicating the control content of the lighting operation of the decorative light emitting member such as the game effect lamp 9 and the decorative LED. The production model control data includes data indicating the control content of the driving operation in the movable member constituting the production model.

  FIG. 19B is a diagram for explaining various rendering operations executed according to the contents of the rendering control pattern. In the effect control microcomputer 120, the CPU 91 determines the control content of the effect operation according to various effect control execution data included in the effect control pattern. For example, when the production control process timer value matches one of the production control process timer determination values, the decorative design variable display or the like is performed according to the control content specified by the display control data associated with the production control process timer judgment value. The display operation of effect images such as a character image and a background image is controlled. Further, the sound output operation from the speakers 8L and 8R is controlled according to the control content specified by the sound control data, and the decorative light emitting member (game effect lamp 9 and decoration LED is controlled) according to the control content specified by the lamp control data. Etc.) is controlled, and drive control of a solenoid or the like for operating the production model is performed according to the control content specified by the production model control data. Note that dummy data (data not specifying control) may be set as data corresponding to a production component that does not become a control target even though it corresponds to the production control process timer determination value. Further, in order to determine an operation effective period for effectively detecting a predetermined operation on the effect button 28, or to control an effect operation when a predetermined operation on the effect button 28 is detected within the operation effective period, Button control data may be included.

  The CPU 91 of the effect control microcomputer 120 generates various effect control patterns based on the change pattern designated by the special figure change pattern designation command, for example, when the special symbol variable display in the special figure game is started. set. Here, when setting the effect control pattern, the pattern data constituting the corresponding effect control pattern may be read from the ROM 92 or the like and temporarily stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 93. The storage address of the pattern data to be configured in the ROM 92 or the like may be temporarily stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 93 and the reading position of the storage data in the ROM 92 or the like may be designated. After that, every time the production control process timer value is updated, it is determined whether or not it matches any of the production control process timer judgment values. If they match, the production operation according to the corresponding various control data Control.

  In this way, the CPU 91 performs the effect device (the image display device 5, the speakers 8L and 8R, the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration according to the contents of the process data # 1 to process data #n (n is an arbitrary integer) included in the effect control pattern. Control of LED for lighting, model for production, etc.). In each process data # 1 to process data #n, display control data # 1 to display control data #n and voice control data # 1 to voice control associated with production control process timer determination values # 1 to #n are provided. Data #n, lamp control data # 1 to lamp control data #n, production model control data # 1 to production model control data #n indicate the control content of the production operation in the production device, and execute the production control. Designated production control execution data # 1 to production control execution data #n are configured. A command according to the effect control pattern set by the CPU 91 is output from the effect control microcomputer 120 to the display control unit 121, the sound control unit 122, the lamp control unit 123, and the like.

  In addition, the control pattern table stored in the ROM 92 includes a pre-reading advance notice for executing an effect operation as a pre-reading advance notice effect, for example, as a kind of effect control pattern or as a kind of control pattern different from the effect control pattern. It is only necessary to store a plurality of types of pattern data constituting the pattern in advance. Here, the prefetch notice pattern may be configured to be included in a part of other effect control patterns such as a symbol variation control pattern and a notice effect control pattern, or may be configured separately from these effect control patterns. For example, in response to the fact that a predetermined condition has been established and the start timing of the pre-reading notice effect has been reached during the production operation control using the symbol variation control pattern or the notice effect control pattern, The process may be invoked.

  In addition, the ROM 92 stores a prefetching notice pattern determination table for selecting a prefetching notice pattern from a plurality of patterns prepared in advance and determining a use pattern in order to execute a prefetch notice effect. In this embodiment, prefetch notice pattern determination tables 160A and 160B shown in FIGS. 20A and 20B are prepared in advance as prefetch notice pattern determination tables. When a determination result that the specific change pattern is determined based on the reserved storage information of the special figure game is obtained, the prefetch notice pattern determination table 160A is based on the random number SR1 for determining the prefetch notice pattern. It is a table used in order to determine the prefetch notice pattern corresponding to the production content (production aspect) in the prefetch notice production as one of a plurality of patterns. The prefetching notice pattern determination table 160B has a random number value SR1 for determining the prefetching notice pattern when a determination result that the special figure display result is decided as “big hit” is obtained based on the hold storage information of the special figure game. This is a table used for determining one of a plurality of prefetch notice patterns corresponding to the effect contents (effect manner) in the prefetch notice effect.

  In the prefetch notice pattern determination tables 160A and 160B, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random value SR1 for prefetch notice pattern determination is assigned to the prefetch notice pattern according to the notice target count value. The notice target count value is summed when it is notified by the first start opening winning designation command or the second starting opening winning designation command transmitted from the main board 11 that it is within the common pattern common range determination or within the common pattern common range. It is set to the reserved memory number (when receiving the first start opening prize designation command) or the second special figure reserved memory number (when receiving the second start opening prize designation command). Thereafter, every time the decorative symbol variable display is started in response to the start of execution of the special figure game, the notice target count value is decremented by one. Therefore, the content (effect mode) of the pre-reading notice effect is a plurality of types at different rates depending on the holding position (execution order) of the special figure game where the winning time determination or the determination within the specific pattern common range is made. Decide on either.

  In the setting example of the prefetching advance notice pattern determination table 160B illustrated in FIG. 20B, the determination value is also assigned to the prefetching advance notice pattern to which the determination value is assigned in the prefetching advance notice pattern determination table 160A illustrated in FIG. On the other hand, the allocation is different from the prefetch notice pattern determination table 160A. In the prefetching notice pattern determination table 160B, a decision value is also assigned to a prefetching notice pattern to which no decision value is assigned in the prefetching notice pattern determination table 160A. With such a setting, a pre-reading notice effect with a common effect content (effect mode) may be executed when the winning time determination is made and when it is determined that it is within the specific pattern common range. For example, a pre-reading notice effect with a specific effect content (effect mode) may be executed when a winning time determination is made. In addition, depending on the content (effect mode) of the pre-reading notice effect, a specific display result (such as a jackpot symbol or a jackpot combination finalized symbol) is derived and displayed in the variable display of the notice target by the pre-reading notice effect. You can vary the degree of expectation.

  FIG. 20C shows a configuration example of the prefetch notice pattern. In the configuration example shown in FIG. 20C, the pre-reading advance notice pattern is a variable display remaining time that is a remaining time of variable display when a predetermined operation on the effect button 28 is detected during execution of variable display of decorative symbols. Accordingly, it is configured to include pattern data for designating presentation control execution data. Each effect control execution data is data for executing an effect operation that becomes a pre-reading notice effect with different effect contents (effect mode) according to the variable display remaining time, and the effect control pattern shown in FIG. The control data may be the same as the included production control execution data # 1 to #n. In each prefetch notice pattern, the variable display remaining time and the effect control execution data need only be associated with each other according to the notice target count value.

  In the configuration example shown in FIG. 20C, the type of effect device that performs the effect operation serving as the pre-reading notice effect is varied according to the variable display remaining time. That is, when the variable display remaining time is 20 seconds or longer, the display of the effect image (image) in the display area of the image display device 5, the sound output (sound) from the speakers 8L and 8R, and the lighting on the game effect lamp 9 The combination of the operation (lamp) and the operation of the production model (production model) performs the production operation as a pre-reading notice production. On the other hand, when the variable display remaining time is 15 to 20 seconds, an effect operation that becomes a pre-reading notice effect is executed by a combination of the image, the sound, and the effect model. When the variable display remaining time is 10 to 15 seconds, an effect operation serving as a pre-reading notice effect is executed by a combination of an image and sound. When the variable display remaining time is less than 10 seconds, an effect operation serving as a pre-reading notice effect is executed only by the image. In addition, it is not limited to what makes the kind of production | presentation apparatus which performs the production | presentation operation | movement used as a prefetch notice effect according to variable display remaining time, For example, the production | presentation image displayed on the display area of the image display apparatus 5 is varied. The contents of the effects (effect mode) may be made different.

  For example, an effect control data holding area 190 as shown in FIG. 21 is provided in the RAM 93 of the effect control microcomputer 120 as an area for holding various data used for controlling the effect operation. The effect control data holding area 190 shown in FIG. 21 includes an effect control flag setting unit 191, an effect control timer setting unit 192, an effect control counter setting unit 193, and an effect control buffer setting unit 194.

  In the effect control flag setting unit 191, for example, a plurality of types of states whose states can be updated according to an effect operation state such as an effect image display state in the display area of the image display device 5, an effect control command transmitted from the main board 11, and the like. A flag is provided. For example, the effect control flag setting unit 191 stores data indicating the value of the flag and data indicating the on state or the off state for each of the plurality of types of flags. The effect control timer setting unit 192 is provided with a plurality of types of timers that are used to control the progress of various effect operations such as an effect image display operation in the display area of the image display device 9. For example, the production control timer setting unit 192 stores data indicating timer values in each of a plurality of types of timers. The effect control counter setting unit 193 is provided with a plurality of types of counters used for controlling the progress of various effect operations. For example, the production control counter setting unit 193 stores data indicating the count value in each of the multiple types of counters. The effect control buffer setting unit 194 is provided with various buffers that temporarily store data used for controlling the progress of various effect operations. For example, the effect control buffer setting unit 194 stores data indicating buffer values in each of a plurality of types of buffers.

  The display control unit 121 mounted on the effect control board 12 is for controlling the display operation in the display area of the image display device 5 based on a display control signal from the effect control microcomputer 120. For example, the display control unit 121 performs control for executing decorative display variable display and various effect displays by, for example, performing display switching of effect images in the display area of the image display device 5. As an example, the display control unit 121 may include a VDP (Video Display Processor), a CGROM (Character Generator ROM), a VRAM (Video RAM), an LCD driving 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 sound control unit 122 mounted on the effect control board 12 controls the sound output operation by the speakers 8L and 8R according to the sound effect signal as the information signal input from the effect control microcomputer 120. The sound control unit 122 may include, for example, an input / output driver, a voice synthesis IC, a voice data ROM, an amplifier circuit, a volume, and the like. As an example, in the sound control unit 122, the sound number data indicated in the sound effect signal is input to the speech synthesis IC via the input / output driver. The voice synthesis IC generates voice and sound effects corresponding to the sound number data and outputs them to the amplifier circuit. The amplifier circuit outputs an audio signal obtained by amplifying the output level of the speech synthesis IC to a level corresponding to the volume set by the volume to the speakers 8L and 8R. The voice data ROM stores control data corresponding to the sound number data, and the voice synthesis IC reads out the control data corresponding to the sound number data to generate sound and sound effects. The data stored in the audio data ROM may be composed of data indicating the output mode of audio and sound effects in a predetermined period in time series.

  In the lamp control unit 123 mounted on the effect control board 12, the lighting operation by the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED is controlled according to the electric decoration signal as the information signal input from the game control microcomputer 120. Is called. The lamp control unit 123 only needs to include, for example, an input / output driver and a lamp driver. As an example, in the lamp control unit 123, an electrical decoration signal is input to the lamp driver via the input / output driver. The lamp driver amplifies the electric decoration signal and supplies it to the game effect lamp 9 and the like.

  Next, the operation (action) of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in this embodiment will be described. In the main board 11, when power supply from a predetermined power supply board is started, the game control microcomputer 100 is activated, and the CPU 81 executes a predetermined process as a game control main process. When the game control main process is started, the CPU 81 performs necessary initial settings after setting the interrupt disabled. In this initial setting, for example, it is determined whether or not a predetermined clear switch has been pressed, and if it is pressed, the RAM 83 is cleared and then an initial value is set in a predetermined work area. Processing is executed. On the other hand, when the clear switch is not pressed, the main board is used when the checksum calculation result matches the checksum buffer contents based on the contents stored in the backup area of the RAM 83. The recovery process for returning the internal state of 11 to the state before the power interruption occurs in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is executed. Note that the checksum buffer is provided, for example, in the game control buffer setting unit 155 shown in FIG. Good.

  In the game control main process, the register setting of the 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 81 every predetermined time (for example, 2 ms [milliseconds]), and the CPU 81 can periodically execute timer interrupt processing. When the initial setting and recovery processing are completed, the loop processing is started after the interrupt is permitted. When the CPU 81 that has executed such a game control main process receives an interrupt request signal from the CTC and receives an interrupt request, the CPU 81 executes a game control timer interrupt process shown in the flowchart of FIG.

  In the game control main process, whether or not the game start switch is turned on based on, for example, the signal state of the switch signal transmitted from the game start switch installed on the main board 11 before the interruption is permitted after the initial setting is completed. It may be determined whether or not. In this case, the switch signal transmitted from the game start switch may be checked a plurality of times, and it may be determined that the game start switch has been turned on when the switch signal is continuously turned on. In addition, the process of checking the on operation of the game start switch is executed only at the start from the initial state where there is no return to the state at the previous power supply stop (at the time of cold start), and the game state before the power interruption At the time of starting to return (at the time of hot start), regardless of the operation of the game start switch, an interrupt may be permitted to enter a loop process.

  When the game control timer interrupt process shown in FIG. 22 is started, the CPU 81 first executes a predetermined switch process, thereby the gate switch 21, the first start port switch 22A, the second start port through the switch circuit 101. The state of detection signals input from various switches such as the switch 22B and the count switch 23 is determined (step S11). Subsequently, by executing predetermined main-side error processing, abnormality diagnosis of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is performed, and a warning can be generated if necessary according to the diagnosis result (step S12). After that, by executing a predetermined information output process, for example, data such as jackpot information, starting information, probability variation information supplied to a hall management computer installed outside the pachinko gaming machine 1 is output (step) S13).

  Following the information output process, a game random number update process for updating at least a part of the game random numbers such as random number values MR1 to MR5 used on the main board 11 side by software is executed (step S14). Thereafter, the CPU 81 executes special symbol process processing (step S15). In the special symbol process, the value of the special symbol process flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 152 is updated according to the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1, and the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol is processed. Various processes are selected and executed in order to perform control of the display operation in the display device 4B and the opening / closing operation setting of the special winning opening 60 in the special variable winning ball device 7 in a predetermined procedure.

  Following the special symbol process, the normal symbol process is executed (step S16). The CPU 81 controls the display operation (for example, turning on / off the segment LED) in the normal symbol display device 20 by executing the normal symbol process process, so that the variable display of the normal symbol and the normal variable winning ball device 6B are movable Enables the setting of tilting movement of the blade. After executing the normal symbol process, the CPU 81 transmits the control command from the main board 11 to the sub-side control board such as the effect control board 12 by executing the command control process (step S17). As an example, in the command control process, in response to the setting in the command transmission table specified by the value of the transmission command buffer provided in the game control buffer setting unit 155, among the output ports included in the input / output port 85, effects After setting the control data in the output port for transmitting the effect control command to the control board 12, the predetermined control data is set in the output port of the effect control INT signal and the effect control INT signal is turned on for a predetermined time. Then, by turning it off, etc., 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. 23 is a flowchart showing an example of processing executed in step S15 shown in FIG. 22 as special symbol process processing. In this special symbol process, the CPU 81 first executes a start winning determination process (step S101). 24 and 25 are flowcharts showing an example of the start winning determination process executed in step S101.

  When the start winning determination process is started, the CPU 81 first starts 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 in FIG. 24). At this time, if the first start port switch 22A is ON (step S201; Yes), the first special figure reservation storage number, which is the number of stored data in the first special figure reservation storage unit 151A, is a predetermined upper limit value. It is determined whether or not (for example, “4”) (step S202). For example, the CPU 81 reads the first special figure reserved memory number count value, which is the stored value of the first special figure reserved memory number counter provided in the game control counter setting unit 154, to thereby obtain the first special figure reserved memory number. What is necessary is just to specify.

  When the first special figure reserved memory number is not the upper limit value in step S202 (step S202; No), for example, the CPU 81 becomes a game random number updated by the random counter of the random number circuit 84 or the game control counter setting unit 154. Numeric data indicating the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, and the random value MR3 for determining the special figure variation pattern type are extracted from the numerical data (step S203). Then, the numerical data indicating the extracted random number values MR1 to MR3 is set at the head of the empty entry in the first special figure reservation storage unit 151A, thereby storing the random number values MR1 to MR3 (step S204). At this time, for example, by adding 1 to the first special figure reserved memory number count value, the first special figure reserved memory number is updated to add 1 (step S205).

  Following the processing in step S205, it is determined whether or not the random number MR1 for determining the special figure display result extracted in step S203 is within a predetermined jackpot determination range (step S206). For example, in the process of step S206, the special figure display result determination table 130 shown in FIG. 10 is selected and set in the usage table. Here, when setting the usage table, the storage address (head address) of the table data in the ROM 82 may be set in a table pointer provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 83, for example. Subsequently, by referring to the special figure display result determination table 130 set in the use table, it is determined whether or not the special figure display result corresponding to the random value MR1 extracted in step S203 is “big hit”. The More specifically, the numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 is compared with the determined value stored in the special figure display result determination table 130, and the special figure display to which the determined value matching the random value MR1 is assigned. It is determined whether or not the result is a “big hit”. Here, regardless of the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the special figure display result is “big hit” with reference to the table data corresponding to the case where the gaming state is the normal state or the short-time state in the special figure display result determination table 130. It may be determined whether or not.

  If the random value MR1 is not within the big hit determination range in step S206 (step S206; No), it is determined whether or not the random value MR1 is within the small hit determination range (step S207). If the random value MR1 is in the big hit determination range in step S206 (step S206; Yes), or if the random value MR1 is in the small hit determination range in step S207 (step S207; Yes), the first A command C102H (see FIG. 4C) serving as a first start opening winning designation command for notifying that a winning time determination has been made based on the detection of a game ball that has passed (entered) through the starting winning opening is provided. Settings for transmission from the board 11 to the effect control board 12 are made (step S208). For example, in the process of step S208, the storage address in the ROM 82 of the command table prepared in advance for transmitting the first start opening winning designation command for notifying the winning time determination is set in the transmission command buffer. 1 Start opening prize designation command transmission setting. The first start opening winning designation command set in this way is sent from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by executing the command control process of step S17 shown in FIG. 22 after the special symbol process process is completed, for example. Is transmitted. By means of the first start opening prize designation command for notifying the winning time per hour determination, the production control board 12 can specify the first special figure reserved memory number in the start prize memory display area 5H of the image display device 5. The display of the effect image can be updated, and the special figure display result is determined as “big hit” or “small hit” in the stored storage information corresponding to the special figure game using the first special figure. It can be specified that what is indicated is included.

  In addition, the winning time determination shown in the first start opening winning designation command is notified only when the special figure display result is “big hit”, and is not notified when the special figure display result is “small hit”. You may do it. In this case, if the random value MR1 is within the big hit determination range in step S206, the process proceeds to step S208. If the random value MR3 is within the small hit determination range in step S207, the process proceeds to step S211 described later. What is necessary is just to advance to a process etc. Alternatively, the winning time per hour determination indicated in the first start opening winning designation command is notified only when the special figure display result is “big hit” and “non-probable change” or “probable change” big hit type, The notification may not be made when the type is a big hit type or when the special figure display result is “small hit”. In this case, if the random value MR1 is within the jackpot determination range in step S206, it is further determined whether or not the random number MR2 for determining the jackpot type is within the determination range of “non-probable change” or “probability change”. If it is within the determination range, the process proceeds to step S208. On the other hand, if it is within the determination range of “probability” or if the random value MR3 is within the small hit determination range in step S207, step S211 is performed. It is sufficient to proceed to the process.

  When the random value MR1 is not within the small hit determination range in step S207 (step S207; No), the random value MR3 for determining the special figure variation pattern type extracted in step S203 is within the specific pattern common range. It is determined whether or not (step S209). Here, the variation pattern type determination table 133A to the variation pattern type determination table 133D and the variation pattern type determination table 134A to the variation pattern type determination table 134D shown in FIGS. 13 (A1) to (A4) and (B1) to (B4). In the setting example, if the random number MR3 for determining the special figure variation pattern type is within the range of “230” to “250” regardless of the gaming state and the special figure holding storage number, at least a variation pattern with super reach β. Is determined to be the variation pattern type CA2-3. Therefore, for example, as shown in FIG. 26, if the random number value MR3 is within the range of “230” to “250”, it is determined that the random number value MR3 is within the specific pattern common range. It may be determined whether or not.

  If the random value MR3 is within the specific pattern common range at step S209 (step S209; Yes), it is within the specific pattern common range based on the detection of the game ball that has passed (entered) the first start winning opening. A setting is made to transmit a command C101H (see FIG. 4C), which is a first start opening winning designation command for notifying this, from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 (step S210). On the other hand, when the random value MR3 is not within the specific pattern common range in step S209 (step S209; No), the specific pattern is based on the detection of the game ball that has passed (entered) the first start winning opening. A setting is made to transmit a command C100H (see FIG. 4C), which is a first start opening winning designation command for notifying that it is out of the common range, from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 ( Step S211). In response to the first start opening prize designation command for notifying whether or not the specific pattern is within the common range, the effect control board 12 side stores the first special figure hold memory in the start prize storage display area 5H of the image display device 5. The display of the effect image that can specify the number can be updated. In addition, it is possible to specify whether or not the on-hold storage information corresponding to the special figure game using the first special figure includes information indicating that the specific fluctuation pattern is determined.

  When the first start opening switch 22A is OFF in step S201 (step S201; No), when the first special figure reservation storage number reaches the upper limit value in step S202 (step S202; Yes), or After executing any of the processing of steps S208, S210, and S211, the detection signal from the second start port switch 22B provided corresponding to the second start winning port formed by the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is displayed. Based on this, it is determined whether or not the second start port switch 22B is ON (step S212 in FIG. 25). At this time, if the second start port switch 22B is OFF (step S212; No), the start winning determination process is terminated. On the other hand, if the second start port switch 22B is ON (step S212; Yes), the second special figure reservation storage number, which is the number of stored data in the second special figure reservation storage unit 151B, is a predetermined value. It is determined whether or not the upper limit value (eg, “4”) is reached (step S213). For example, the CPU 81 reads the second special figure reserved memory number count value, which is the stored value of the second special figure reserved memory number counter provided in the game control counter setting unit 154, thereby obtaining the second special figure reserved memory number. What is necessary is just to specify. And if the 2nd special figure reservation memory | storage number has reached the upper limit (step S213; Yes), a start winning determination process will be complete | finished.

  When the second special figure reservation storage number is not the upper limit value in step S213 (step S213; No), the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result and the random number for determining the big hit type are the same as the processing in step S203. Numerical data indicating the numerical value MR2 and the random value MR3 for determining the special figure variation pattern type are extracted (step S214). Then, the random number values MR1 to MR3 are stored by setting the data indicating the extracted random number values MR1 to MR3 at the head of the empty entry in the second special figure reservation storage unit 151B (step S215). At this time, for example, by adding 1 to the second special figure reserved memory number count value, the second special figure reserved memory number is updated to add 1 (step S216).

  Following the process of step S216, it is determined whether or not the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result extracted in step S214 is within a predetermined jackpot determination range (step S217). At this time, if the random value MR1 is not within the big hit determination range (step S217; No), it is determined whether or not the random value MR1 is within the small hit determination range (step S218). If the random value MR1 is in the big hit determination range in step S217 (step S217; Yes), or if the random value MR1 is in the small hit determination range in step S218 (step S218; Yes), the second A command C202H (see FIG. 4C) serving as a second start opening winning designation command for notifying that a winning time determination has been made based on the detection of a game ball that has passed (entered) the starting winning opening, After setting for transmission from the board 11 to the effect control board 12 (step S219), the start winning determination process is terminated. With the second start opening prize designation command for notifying the winning time per hour determination, the production control board 12 can specify the second special figure reserved memory number in the start prize memory display area 5H of the image display device 5. The display of the effect image can be updated, and the special figure display result is determined to be “big hit” or “small hit” in the hold storage information corresponding to the special figure game using the second special figure. It can be specified that it is included.

  Note that the winning time determination shown in the second start opening winning designation command is notified only when the special figure display result is “big hit”, and is not notified when the special figure display result is “small win”. You may do it. In this case, if the random value MR1 is within the big hit determination range in step S217, the process proceeds to step S219. If the random value MR3 is within the small hit determination range in step S218, the process proceeds to step S222 described later. What is necessary is just to advance to a process etc. Alternatively, the winning time per hour determination shown in the second start opening winning designation command is notified only when the special figure display result is “big hit” and “non-probable change” or “probable change” big hit type. The notification may not be made when the type is a big hit type or when the special figure display result is “small hit”. In this case, if the random value MR1 is within the jackpot determination range in step S217, it is further determined whether or not the random number MR2 for determining the jackpot type is within the determination range of “non-probability change” or “probability change”. If it is within the determination range, the process proceeds to step S219. On the other hand, if it is within the determination range of “probability” or if the random number MR3 is within the small hit determination range in step S218, step S222 is performed. It is sufficient to proceed to the process.

  If the random value MR1 is not within the small hit determination range in step S218 (step S218; No), the random value MR3 for determining the special figure variation pattern type extracted in step S214 is within the specific pattern common range. It is determined whether or not (step S220). Similar to the processing in step S209 shown in FIG. 24, the determination here may be within the range of the specific pattern common range if the random value MR3 is within the range of “230” to “250”.

  If the random value MR3 is within the specific pattern common range in step S220 (step S220; Yes), it is within the specific pattern common range based on the detection of the game ball that has passed (entered) the second start winning opening. After the setting for transmitting the command C201H (see FIG. 4C) serving as the second start opening winning designation command for notifying that to the effect control board 12 is performed (step S221). Then, the start winning determination process is terminated. On the other hand, when the random number MR3 is not within the specific pattern common range in step S220 (step S220; No), the specific pattern is based on the detection of the game ball that has passed (entered) the second start winning opening. A setting is made to transmit a command C200H (see FIG. 4C), which is a second start opening winning designation command notifying that it is out of the common range, from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. (Step S222), the start winning determination process is terminated.

  When one of the processes in steps S208, S210, and S211 shown in FIG. 24 and the processes in steps S219, S221, and S222 shown in FIG. 25 is executed, the main board 11 notifies the effect control board 12 of the total reserved memory count. It suffices if settings for transmitting a command are made. At this time, for example, the EXT data of the total reserved memory count notification command corresponds to the total reserved memory count specified as the total value of the first special figure reserved memory count count value and the second special figure reserved memory count count value. It only has to be set. Alternatively, the total reserved memory number may be counted by a total reserved memory number counter provided separately from the first special figure reserved memory number counter and the second special figure reserved memory number counter. In addition, without performing the transmission of the effect control command that becomes the total reserved memory number notification command, the effect control board 12 side, based on the number of receptions of the first start opening prize designation command and the second start opening prize designation command, The special figure reserved memory number including the total reserved memory number may be specified.

  A game ball that has passed (entered) the first start winning opening and the second starting winning opening is detected by executing the processes of steps S206 to S211 shown in FIG. 24 and the processes of steps S217 to S222 shown in FIG. Whether or not the special figure display result is determined to be “big hit” or “small hit” regardless of the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 or the special figure holding memory number which is the holding memory number of the special figure game. It is determined whether or not a specific variation pattern with super reach β is determined, and a first start opening winning designation command and a second starting opening winning designation command which are different depending on the determination result are sent to the main board. 11 to the effect control board 12 can be transmitted.

  After executing the start winning determination process in step S101 shown in FIG. 23, the CPU 81 performs one of the processes in steps S110 to S120 according to the value of the special figure process flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 152. Select and execute.

  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, it is determined whether or not the special symbol game is started by the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B. In the special symbol normal process, whether or not the variable symbol display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is set to “big hit” or “small hit” based on the numerical data indicating the random value MR1 for determining the special symbol display result. It is determined (predetermined) before the variable display result is derived and displayed. Further, in the special symbol normal process, in response to the variable display result of the special symbol in the special symbol game, the confirmed special symbol (big hit symbol, the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B) Either a small hit symbol or a lost symbol) is set.

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

  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 setting the special symbol to be varied in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, and an elapsed time after the special symbol starts to vary. It includes processing to measure For example, every time the special symbol variation process of step S112 is executed, the special diagram variation timer value, which is the stored value in the special diagram variation timer provided in the game control timer setting unit 153, is subtracted or incremented by one. Regardless of whether the game is a special game using the first special graphic by the first special symbol display device 4A or a special game using the second special graphic by the second special symbol display device 4B, a common timer is used. The elapsed time is measured. It is also determined whether or not the measured elapsed time has reached a special figure fluctuation time corresponding to the fluctuation pattern. As described above, the special symbol variation process in step S112 is performed by the first special symbol display device 4A using the first special symbol in the special symbol game or the second special symbol display device 4B. It suffices if it is a process for controlling the variation of the special symbol in the special figure game using the game by a common processing routine. When the elapsed time 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”. In the special symbol stop process, the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B stops the change of the special symbol, and the fixed special symbol which is the variable symbol display result is stopped and displayed. A process for setting is included. Then, it is determined whether or not the big hit flag or the small hit flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 152 is on. When the big hit flag is on, the special process flag value is set to “ Update to 4 ". When the small hit flag is on, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “8”. Further, when both the big hit flag and the small hit flag are OFF, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “0”.

  The big hit release pre-processing in step S114 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “4”. This pre-opening process for the big hit is based on the fact that the variable display result is “big hit”, etc., in order to start the round in the big hit gaming state and to open the big winning opening 60 by the big winning opening door 61. This includes the process of setting up. At this time, for example, the upper limit of the period during which the big winning opening 60 is opened may be set according to whether the big hit type is “non-probability change”, “probability change”, or “surprise change”. As an example, when the big hit type is controlled to 15 round big hit state corresponding to “non-probability change” or “probability change”, the upper limit of the period during which the big winning opening 60 is opened is set to “29 seconds”. In addition, the number of times of opening of the big winning opening 60 that is the number of executions of the round is set to “15”. On the other hand, in the case of being controlled to the two round big hit state in response to the big hit type being “surprise”, the upper limit of the period during which the big winning opening 60 is opened is set to “0.5 seconds”. In addition to setting, the number of times of opening of the big winning opening 60 that is the number of times of execution of the round is set to “2”.

  The big hit release processing in step S115 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "5". In this big hit opening process, the winning game is based on the process of measuring the elapsed time since the big winning opening 60 is opened, the measured elapsed time, the number of game balls detected by the count switch 23, and the like. A process for determining whether or not it is time to return the mouth 60 from the open state to the closed state is included. And when returning the special winning opening 60 to a closed state, the process etc. which stop supply of the drive signal with respect to the solenoid 54 for doors should just be performed.

  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, a process for determining whether or not the number of executions of the round in which the winning opening 60 is in the open state has reached the maximum winning opening opening count or the maximum winning opening opening count has been reached. In this case, a process for performing a setting for transmitting a hit end designation command is included.

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

  The small hit pre-release process in step S118 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “8”. In the small hit release pre-processing, based on the fact that the variable display result is “small hit”, the execution of the variable winning operation is started in the small hit gaming state, and the big winning opening 60 is opened. Includes the process of setting. At this time, for example, in response to the variable display result being “small hit”, the upper limit of the period during which the big prize opening 60 is opened is set to “0.5 seconds”, and the big prize in the variable prize operation is set. What is necessary is just to set the opening frequency | count of the opening | mouth 60 to "2 times".

  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, a process for measuring the elapsed time since the big winning opening 60 is opened, and a timing for returning the big winning opening 60 from the opened state to the closed state based on the measured elapsed time. The process etc. which determine whether it became are included. When returning the special winning opening 60 to the closed state, a process of stopping the supply of the drive signal to the open / close door solenoid 54 may be executed.

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

  FIG. 27 is a flowchart showing an example of the special symbol normal process executed in step S110 of FIG. In the special symbol normal process shown in FIG. 27, the CPU 81 first determines whether or not the second special figure holding memory number that is the holding memory number of the special figure game using the second special figure is “0”. (Step S231). For example, in the process of step S231, the second special figure reserved memory number count value may be read and it may be determined 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), the second special figure reservation storage unit 151B stores the correspondence corresponding to the reservation number “1”. As data, numerical data indicating a random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, a random value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, and a random value MR3 for determining the special figure variation pattern type are read out (step S232). 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 special figure hold memory count value by one, the second special figure hold memory number is updated to be subtracted by one, and the second special figure hold memory number is reserved. Reservation data indicating the random number values MR1 to MR3 stored in entries lower than the retention number “1” (for example, entries corresponding to the retention numbers “2” to “4”) in the storage unit 151B are placed one entry higher. Shift (step S233). At this time, the value of the variation special figure designation flag is updated to “2” (step S234).

  When the second special figure reserved memory number is “0” in step S231 (step S231; Yes), the first special figure reserved memory number that is the reserved memory number of the special figure game using the first special figure is “ It is determined whether it is “0” (step S235). For example, in the process of step S235, the first special figure reserved memory number count value may be read and it may be determined whether or not the read value is “0”. At this time, if the first special figure holding storage number is “0” (step S235; Yes), the first start condition for executing the special figure game using the first special figure is not satisfied. Then, the special symbol normal process is terminated. Thus, in the process of step S235, when it is determined in step S231 that the second special figure reserved memory number is “0”, whether or not the first special figure reserved memory number is “0”. Determine. Therefore, execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is started with priority over the special figure game using the first special figure.

  When the first special figure reservation storage number is other than “0” in step S235 (step S235; No), the first special figure reservation storage unit 151A stores the storage corresponding to the reservation number “1”. As data, numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random number value MR2 for determining the big hit type, and the random value MR3 for determining the special figure variation pattern type are read out (step S236). The numerical data read at this time may be temporarily stored, for example, in a random number buffer for variation.

  Subsequent to the process of step S236, for example, the first special figure hold memory count value is decremented by 1 and updated to update the first special figure hold memory number to 1 and the first special figure hold memory count is Reservation data indicating the random number values MR1 to MR3 stored in entries lower than the retention number “1” (for example, entries corresponding to the retention numbers “2” to “4”) in the storage unit 151A are placed one entry higher. Shift (step S237). At this time, the value of the variation special figure designation flag is updated to “1” (step S238).

  After executing any of the processes of steps S234 and S238, it is determined whether to display the special figure variable display result, which is the variable symbol display result, as “big hit”, “small hit”, or “losing”. As the usage table, the special figure display result determination table 130 is selected and set (step S239). The CPU 81 refers to the special figure display result determination table 130 set in this manner, so that the numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result stored in the random number buffer for fluctuation is “big hit” or “small”. Whether to display the special figure display result as "big hit", "small hit", or "lose" depending on which of the decision values assigned to each special figure display result of "Bon" or "Lose" Is determined (step S240). At this time, it is determined whether or not the special figure display result determined in step S240 is “big hit” (step S241).

  If it is determined in step S241 that it is a “hit” (step S241; Yes), the big win flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 152 is set to the on state (step S242). At this time, the big hit type determination table 131 is selected and set as a use table for determining the big hit type as one of a plurality of types (step S243). By referring to the big hit type determination table 131 set in this way, the numerical data indicating the big hit type determination random value MR2 stored in the random number buffer for fluctuation is “non-probability change”, “probability change”, “surprise change”. Depending on which of the determined values assigned to each jackpot type is matched, it is determined whether the jackpot type is “non-probability change”, “probability change”, or “surprise change” (step S244). Corresponding to the jackpot type determined in this way, the determined jackpot type is stored, for example, by updating the jackpot type buffer value that is the stored value of the jackpot type buffer provided in the game control buffer setting unit 155 ( Step S245). As an example, if the big hit type is “non-probable change”, the big hit type buffer value may be “0”, “probable change” may be “1”, and “surprise” may be “2”.

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

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

  After the confirmed special symbol is set in step S248, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to “1” corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (step S249), and then the special symbol normal process is terminated. . If the first special figure holding storage number is “0” in step S235, the special symbol normal process may be terminated after performing a predetermined demonstration display setting. In this demonstration display setting, for example, a customer waiting demonstration designation command for designating a demonstration display (demonstration screen display) by displaying a predetermined effect image on the image display device 5 is sent from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. It is determined whether or not transmission 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 an effect control command to be a customer waiting demonstration designation command is performed, and then the demonstration display setting is terminated.

  FIG. 28 is a flowchart showing an example of the variation pattern setting process executed in step S111 of FIG. In the variation pattern setting process shown in FIG. 28, the CPU 81 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 type determination table 132A is selected and set as a use table for determining one of a plurality of variation pattern types (step S262). . At this time, for example, by reading the big hit type buffer value stored in the game control buffer setting unit 155, it is specified whether the big hit type is “non-probable change”, “probability change”, or “surprise change”. May be.

  When the big hit flag is off in step S261 (step S261; No), it is determined whether or not the small hit flag is on (step S263). At this time, if the small hit flag is on (step S263; Yes), the variation pattern type determination table 132B is selected and set as a use table for determining the variation pattern type as one of a plurality of types (step S263). S264).

  When the small hit flag is OFF in step S263 (step S263; No), use for determining the variation pattern type as one of a plurality of types according to the table selection setting at the time of loss as shown in FIG. As the table, any one of the variation pattern type determination table 133A to the variation pattern type determination table 133D and the variation pattern type determination table 134A to the variation pattern type determination table 134D is selected and set (step S265). At this time, the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is in the probabilistic state, in the short-time state, depending on whether or not the time-saving flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 152 is on and whether or not the probability-changing flag is on. It suffices if the normal state is specified. Further, the special figure reserved memory number may be specified from the first special figure reserved memory number count value or the second special figure reserved memory number count value corresponding to the value of the variation special figure designation flag. That is, when the value of the variable special figure designation flag is “1”, the first special figure reserved memory number count value is specified as the special figure reserved memory number, and when the value of the variable special figure designation flag is “2”. The special figure reserved memory number count value may be specified as the special figure reserved memory number. Based on the gaming state and the special figure holding memory number specified in this way, the use table may be selected by the table selection setting at the time of losing shown in FIG.

  After executing any of the processes of steps S262, S264, and S265, for example, based on numerical data indicating the random number value MR3 for determining the special figure variation pattern type stored in the variation random number buffer or the like, By referring to the set variation pattern type determination table, the variation pattern type is determined as one of a plurality of types (step S266). Subsequently, based on the determination result of the variation pattern type in step S266, the usage table for determining the variation pattern as one of a plurality of types is selected and set from a plurality of variation pattern determination tables prepared in advance. (Step S267).

  For example, in the process of step S267, based on the fact that the special figure display result is determined to be “big hit” or “small hit”, the fluctuation pattern type CA3-1 to the fluctuation pattern type CA3-3, the fluctuation pattern type are determined in step S266. When it is determined as either CA4-1 or variation pattern type CA4-2, the variation pattern determination table 135A is selected and set in the use table. On the other hand, based on the determination that the special figure display result is “losing”, in step S266, the variation pattern type CA1-1 to variation pattern type CA1-5, variation pattern type CB1-1 to variation pattern type CB1. −3, when one of the variation pattern types CA2-1 to CA2-3 is determined, the variation pattern determination table 135B is selected and set in the use table. Further, when the variation pattern type CB1-4 is determined in step S266 based on the determination that the special figure display result is “losing”, the value of the variation special figure designation flag (“1” or “2”). Or, according to the table selection setting as shown in FIG. 15D corresponding to the short / medium / small hit count value or the short / medium hit accuracy count value, one of the variation pattern determination table 136A to the variation pattern determination table 136C is selected and used table Set to. At this time, the use table may be selected according to the larger count value (the same value if the same value) of the short / medium / small hit count value and the short / medium hit probability count value.

  After the use table is set in step S267, by referring to this use table, the variation pattern is determined as one of a plurality of types based on the numerical data indicating the random value MR4 for determining the special figure variation pattern ( Step S268). The numerical data indicating the random number value MR4 for determining the special figure variation pattern may be extracted from the random number circuit 84 or the random counter of the game control counter setting unit 154 when the process of step S268 is executed, The first special figure reservation storage unit 151A and the second special figure reservation storage together with the random numbers MR1 to MR3 are extracted when a game ball that has passed (entered) the start winning opening or the second starting winning opening is detected. It may be stored in the unit 151B, a random number buffer for variation, or the like.

  After the variation pattern is determined in step S268, settings for transmitting various commands at the start of special figure variation from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 are performed (step S269). For example, when the value of the fluctuation special figure designation flag is “1”, it is prepared in advance to sequentially transmit the first special figure fluctuation start command, the special figure fluctuation pattern designation command, and the special figure display result notification command. The first change start command table is selected and set in the transmission command buffer. On the other hand, when the value of the fluctuation special figure designation flag is “2”, it is prepared in advance to sequentially transmit the second special figure fluctuation start command, the special figure fluctuation pattern designation command, and the special figure display result notification command. The second change start command table is selected and set in the transmission command buffer. Note that the order in which these effect control commands are transmitted can be arbitrarily changed. For example, after the first special figure display result notification command is transmitted, the first special figure change start command or the second special figure change start is started. A command may be transmitted, and a special figure variation pattern designation command may be transmitted last. Further, in the process of step S269, settings for transmitting a game state designation command, a special figure holding memory number notification command, and the like may be performed.

  After executing the process of step S269, the special symbol game using the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B according to the value of the variation special symbol designation flag and the like. The setting for starting the variation of the special symbol is performed so as to start any of the special symbol games using the second special diagram (step S270). As an example, if the value of the variable special symbol designation flag is “1”, special symbol display control data for updating the display of the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A is set to be readable from the ROM 82. To do. On the other hand, if the value of the variation special symbol designation flag is “2”, special symbol display control data for updating the display of the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B can be read from the ROM 82. Set to. Then, based on the set special symbol display control data, a drive signal is transmitted to the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B. What is necessary is just to start the fluctuation display of a special figure or a 2nd special figure.

  Further, in the process of step S270, a special figure fluctuation time corresponding to the fluctuation pattern determined in step S268 may be set. For example, a timer initial value determined in advance according to the special figure change time is set in a special figure change timer provided in the game control timer setting unit 153. In this case, every time the special symbol variation process of step S112 shown in FIG. 23 is executed, for example, the special symbol variation timer value is updated so as to be decremented by 1, and when the value becomes “0”. Then, it may be determined that the elapsed time since the start of the special symbol variation has reached the special symbol variation time. Alternatively, by clearing the special figure fluctuation timer, “0” may be set as the timer initial value, and a special figure fluctuation end determination value corresponding to the special figure fluctuation time may be set. In this case, every time the special symbol variation process of step S112 shown in FIG. 23 is executed, for example, the value of the special symbol variation timer is updated to be incremented by 1, and the value reaches the special diagram variation end determination value. In this case, it may be determined that the elapsed time from the start of the change of the special symbol has reached the special symbol change time. Note that the special figure fluctuation time may be set together with the determination of the fluctuation pattern in step S268.

  Following the process of step S270, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “2” which is a value corresponding to the special symbol fluctuation process (step S271), and then the fluctuation pattern setting process is terminated.

  FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing an example of the special symbol stop process executed in step S113 of FIG. In the special symbol stop process shown in FIG. 29, the CPU 81 first determines whether the big hit flag is on or off (step S281). At this time, if the big hit flag is on (step S281; Yes), the big hit start production waiting time is set (step S282). For example, in the process of step S 282, a timer initial value determined in advance corresponding to the jackpot start time production waiting time may be set in the game control process timer provided in the game control timer setting unit 153. Subsequently, a setting for transmitting a hit start designation command from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 is performed (step S283).

  After executing the processing of step S283, it is determined whether or not the time reduction flag is turned on in response to the time reduction control being performed in the special game state such as the probability changing state or the time reduction state (step S284). If the hourly flag is on (step S284; Yes), the big hit type buffer value is read (step S285), and the big hit type is identified as “non-probability change”, “probability change”, or “surprise change”. To do. At this time, it is determined whether or not the identified jackpot type is “surprise” (step S286).

  If it is determined in step S286 that the hit type is “Crash” (Step S286; Yes), the special figure display result is “Big hit” and “Crash” hit type during execution of the time reduction control. In response to the control, the short / medium collision probability flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 152 is set to the on state (step S287). In this way, by setting the short / medium rush accuracy flag to the ON state, it is updated to add 1 to the short / medium urgent accuracy count value after the end of the two round big hit state, corresponding to the “collision big hit” during execution of the time reduction control. Make it possible.

  When the time reduction flag is off at step S284 (step S284; No), when the big hit type is not “coincidence” at step S286 (step S286; No), or after executing the process of step S287 The big hit flag is cleared and turned off (step S288). Also, in response to the special figure display result being “big hit”, settings are made to end the probability variation state and the time reduction state (step S289). For example, in the process of step S289, the probability variation flag and the time reduction flag are cleared and turned off. Further, if the time reduction count value is a value other than “0”, the time reduction count counter may be cleared and the count value may be initialized to “0”.

  Subsequent to the processing in step S289, the short / medium / small / medium counter is cleared and the count value is initialized to “0” (step S290). The short / medium / small hit counter is cleared only when the big hit type is “non-probable change” or “probable change” and controlled to the 15 round big hit state, and the big hit type is “surprise” and controlled to the 2 round big hit state. In this case, the short / medium / small hit count value may be maintained without being changed. As a result, after the big hit type is “Accuracy” and the two-round big hit state is completed, the selection of the variation pattern determination table based on the short, medium, small and medium hit count value is changed to the selection of the fluctuation pattern determination table based on the short, medium and small hit accuracy count value. In this case, since the time-short-medium hit probability count value is larger than the time-short-medium-small hit count value before the change, it is possible to suppress the player's uncomfortable feeling with respect to the change in the variable display time associated with the change in the selection of the variation pattern determination table. Thereafter, the special symbol process flag value is updated to “4”, which is a value corresponding to the big hit release pre-processing (step S291), and then the special symbol stop processing is terminated.

  When the big hit flag is off in step S281 (step S281; No), it is determined whether or not the small hit flag is on (step S292). When the small hit flag is on (step S292; Yes), a small hit start production waiting time is set (step S293). For example, in the process of step S293, a timer initial value determined in advance corresponding to the small hit start time production waiting time may be set in the game control process timer. Subsequently, as in the process of step S283, a setting for transmitting a hit start designation command from the main board 31 to the effect control board 80 is performed (step S294).

  After executing the process of step S294, it is determined whether or not the time reduction flag is on (step S295). At this time, if the hour / hour flag is ON (step S295; Yes), the hour / medium / small / medium count value is updated to be incremented by 1 (step S296). When the time reduction flag is off in step S295 (step S295; No), after executing the process of step S296, the small hit flag is cleared and turned off (step S297). Thereafter, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “8”, which is a value corresponding to the small hit pre-release processing (step S298).

  When the small hit flag is OFF in step S292 (step S292; No), the value of the special figure process flag is initialized to “0” (step S299). After executing one of the processes in steps S298 and S299, it is determined whether or not the time reduction control is to be ended (step S300). For example, in the process of step S300, it is determined whether or not the time count count value is “0”. If the value is other than “0”, the time count count value is updated to be subtracted by one. Then, when the updated time count count value becomes “0”, it may be determined to end the time control. When it is determined in step S300 that the time reduction control is not to be ended (step S300; No), the special symbol stop process is ended.

  If it is determined in step S300 that the time reduction control is to be ended (step S300; Yes), for example, a setting for ending the time reduction control is performed by clearing the time reduction flag to turn it off (step S301). ). At this time, by clearing the short / medium / small hit counter, the count value is initialized to “0” (step S302), and then the special symbol stop process is terminated.

  FIG. 30 is a flowchart showing an example of the big hit end process executed in step S117 of FIG. In the big hit end process shown in FIG. 30, the CPU 81 first determines whether or not the big hit end presentation waiting time has elapsed (step S311). As an example, in the big hit release post-processing in step S116 shown in FIG. Set to the game control process timer. In this case, in the process of step S311, for example, the game control process timer value is updated by subtracting 1 or the like, and the updated game control process timer value matches a predetermined waiting time elapsed determination value (for example, “0” or the like). Whether or not the big hit end production waiting time has elapsed may be determined according to whether or not the game has been done. If the big hit end presentation waiting time has not elapsed in step S311 (step S311; No), the big hit end processing is ended as it is.

  In step S311, when the big hit end production waiting time has elapsed (step S311; Yes), the big hit type buffer value is read (step S312), and the big hit type is any of “non-probability change”, “probability change”, and “surprise change”. Identify whether it was. At this time, it is determined whether or not the specified jackpot type is “uncertain change” (step S313).

  When it is determined in step S313 that the big hit type is “non-probable change” (step S313; Yes), setting for starting the control for changing the gaming state to the short-time state is performed (step S314). For example, the CPU 81 sets the time reduction flag to the ON state, and sets a predetermined count initial value (for example, “100”) corresponding to the upper limit value of the special figure game executable in the time reduction state to the time reduction counter Set to. On the other hand, when it is determined that the jackpot type is “probability change” or “probability” (step S313; No), setting for starting the control for changing the gaming state to the probability change state is performed (step S315). For example, the CPU 81 sets both the probability variation flag and the time reduction flag to the on state.

  It should be noted that settings may be made for controlling the probability variation state of different types depending on whether the jackpot type is determined to be “probability change” or the case where the jackpot type is determined to be “probability”. As an example, if the jackpot type is determined to be “probability change”, both the probability change flag and the time reduction flag are set to the on state, the initial value of the time reduction count value is not set, and the special figure display result is It is set so that both the probability variation control and the time reduction control are continuously performed until the “big hit” is reached. On the other hand, when the big hit type is determined to be “surprise accuracy”, both the probability variation flag and the time reduction flag are set to the on state, and the initial value of the time reduction count value is the same as in the case of being controlled to the time reduction state. The probability variation control is continuously performed until the special figure display result becomes “big hit”, while the time reduction control is continued until the number of executions of the special figure game reaches a predetermined number (for example, “100”). You may set as follows. Alternatively, when the big hit type is determined to be “surprise accuracy”, if the short / medium rush accuracy flag is on, the setting for starting the short time control together with the probability variation control is performed, while the short / medium rush accuracy flag is off. A setting for starting only the probability variation control may be performed.

  After executing one of the processes in steps S314 and S315, it is determined whether or not the short / medium collision probability flag is on (step S316). Then, when the hour / middle collision probability flag is on (step S316; Yes), the hour / middle collision probability count value is updated to be incremented by 1 (step S317), and then the hour / middle collision accuracy flag is cleared and turned off. (Step S318). When the hour / mid-range rush accuracy flag is OFF in step S316 (step S316; No), the hour / mid-range rush accuracy counter is cleared and the count value is initialized to “0” (step S319).

  After executing one of the processes of steps S318 and S319, the value of the special figure process flag is initialized to “0” (step S320), and then the big hit end process is terminated.

  FIG. 31 is a flowchart showing an example of processing executed in step S16 of FIG. 22 as normal symbol process processing. In the normal symbol process shown in FIG. 31, the CPU 81 first executes a gate passage determination process (step S130). For example, in the gate passage determination process in step S130, it is determined whether the gate switch 21 is on based on the detection signal from the gate switch 21, and if it is off, the gate passage determination process ends. On the other hand, when the gate switch 21 is on, a general-purpose reserved storage count value indicating the number of general-purpose reserved storage, which is the number of reserved data stored in the general-purpose reserved storage unit 151C, is previously set as a general-purpose reserved upper limit. It is determined whether or not the value is a predetermined value (for example, “4”). At this time, if the usual figure holding upper limit value has been reached, the passage of the current game ball at the passing gate is invalidated and the gate passing determination process is terminated. On the other hand, if the usual figure hold upper limit value has not been reached, for example, random numbers 84 and random number of the game control counter setting unit 154 may be used to determine the usual figure display result determination value. Numerical data indicating the numerical value MR5 is extracted. The numerical value data indicating the random value MR5 extracted at this time is set as reserved data at the head of the empty entry in the general-purpose reserved storage unit 151B, whereby the random value MR5 is stored. In this case, after updating so as to add 1 to the usual reserved memory number count value, the gate passage determination process is terminated.

  After executing the gate passage determination process of step S130, the CPU 81 selects one of the processes of steps S140 to S143 shown in FIG. 51 according to the value of the normal process flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 152. And run.

  The normal symbol normal process in step S140 is executed when the value of the normal symbol process flag is “0”. In this normal symbol normal process, it is determined whether or not the normal symbol display device 20 starts the normal symbol game based on the presence / absence of reserved data stored in the general symbol hold storage unit 151C. At this time, for example, when there is pending data stored in the universal figure storage unit 151C, the universal figure display result, which is a variable display result of the normal symbol in the usual figure game, is set to “per common figure” or “normal figure” After the general map display result determination process for determining whether to “miss” is performed, the value of the general map process flag is updated to “1”.

  In the general map display result determination process, the general map display result determination table 137 is referred to based on numerical data indicating the random value MR5 for determining the general map display result included in the reserved data read from the general map reservation storage unit 151C. To determine the normal map display result. Here, in the general map display result determination table 137, when the time reduction flag is on, the ratio of the decision to make the general map display result “per normal map” is higher than when the time reduction flag is off. In this way, the decision value is assigned to the normal map display result. Thereby, in the special game state such as the probability change state and the short time state, the variable display result of the normal symbol in the normal game is more likely to be “per normal game” than in the normal state, thereby forming the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B. The frequency at which the second start winning opening becomes an advantageous state of passage increases, and the game ball easily passes (enters) the second starting winning opening.

  In the general map display result determination process, the general map change time corresponding to the general map display result is also determined. At this time, when the time reduction flag is on, the normal time fluctuation time is set to be shorter than when the time reduction flag is off. As a result, in the special game state such as the probability variation state and the short time state, the interval for deriving and displaying the normal symbol variable display result in the regular game is shortened, and the variable display result of “per regular diagram” is derived and displayed. The interval is also shortened, and the frequency at which the second start winning opening formed by the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is in an advantageous state of passage increases, and the game ball easily passes (enters) the second starting winning opening. Further, in the general map display result determination process, when the general map display result is “per normal map”, the tilt control time, which is the time during which the second start winning opening is set to the pass advantageous state, and the number of times to set the pass advantageous state are used. A certain number of tilt control times may be set. At this time, when the time reduction flag is on, the tilt control time and the number of times of tilt control are set to be larger than when the time reduction flag is off. As a result, in a special game state such as a probability change state or a short-time state, the time and number of times that the second start winning opening becomes in an advantageous state of passage increase so that the game ball easily passes (enters) the second start winning opening. . In addition, you may make it perform the setting which makes a 2nd start winning opening pass advantageous state in the normal symbol stop process of step S142, and the normal electric accessory act | operation process of step S143.

  The normal symbol variation process in step S141 is executed when the value of the normal symbol process flag is “1”. In this normal symbol variation processing, setting for varying the normal symbol is performed in the normal symbol display device 20, and the elapsed time since the variation of the normal symbol is measured. Further, it is determined whether or not the elapsed time thus measured has reached a predetermined normal time fluctuation time.

  The normal symbol stop process in step S142 is executed when the value of the normal symbol process flag is “2”. In this normal symbol stop process, the normal symbol display device 20 stops the change of the normal symbol based on the elapse of the normal symbol change time, and the fixed normal symbol that is the variable symbol display result is stopped and displayed (derived display). ) To make settings. The ordinary electric accessory actuating process of step S143 is executed when the value of the normal process flag is “4”. In this ordinary electric accessory actuating process, the movable wing piece included in the ordinary variable winning ball apparatus 6B is vertically aligned with the fact that the variable display result (the general map display result) in the normal game is “per normal map”. The setting for changing the second start winning opening from the pass disadvantageous state to the pass advantageous state by moving from the position to the tilting position is performed.

  Next, the operation in the effect control board 12 will be described. In the effect control board 12, when the power supply voltage is supplied from the power supply board or the like, the effect control microcomputer 120 is activated, and the CPU 91 executes the effect control main process as shown in the flowchart of FIG. When the effect control main process shown in FIG. 32 is started, the CPU 91 first executes a predetermined initialization process (step S71), clears the RAM 93 in the effect control microcomputer 120, sets various initial values, and effects. The register setting of the CTC (counter / timer circuit) mounted on the control board 12 is performed.

  Thereafter, it is determined whether or not the timer interrupt flag is on (step S72). The timer interrupt flag is set to an on state every time a predetermined time (for example, 2 ms) elapses based on, for example, CTC register settings. At this time, if the timer interrupt flag is off (step S72; No), the process of step S72 is repeatedly executed and 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 occurs due to the turn-on of the effect control INT signal, the CPU 91 of the effect control microcomputer 120 automatically sets the interrupt prohibited, but uses a CPU that does not automatically enter the interrupt prohibited state. It is desirable to issue an interrupt prohibition instruction (DI instruction). The CPU 91 executes, for example, a predetermined command reception interrupt process in response to an interrupt caused when the effect control INT signal is turned on. In this command reception interrupt process, for example, in the input / output port 95 shown in FIG. 6, an effect control command is obtained from a predetermined input port that receives a control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the signal relay board 13. Capture control signals. The effect control command captured at this time is stored, for example, in an effect control command reception buffer provided in the effect control buffer setting unit 194 of the RAM 93 in the effect control microcomputer 120. As an example, when the production control command has a 2-byte configuration, the first byte (MODE) and the second byte (EXT) are sequentially received and stored in the production control command reception buffer. Thereafter, the CPU 91 sets the interrupt permission, and then ends the command reception interrupt process.

  If the timer interrupt flag is off in step S72 (step S72; No), the process of step S72 is repeatedly executed and the process waits. On the other hand, if the timer interrupt flag is on in step S72 (step S72; Yes), the timer interrupt flag is cleared and turned off (step S73), and command analysis processing is executed (step S74). . In the command analysis process executed in step S74, for example, after reading various effect control commands transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 of the main board 11 and stored in the effect control command reception buffer, the reading is performed. Settings and control corresponding to the issued effect control command are performed.

  After executing the command analysis process in step S74, an effect control process is executed (step S75). In the effect control process of step S75, for example, an effect image display operation in the display area of the image display device 5, an audio output operation from the speakers 8L and 8R, a lighting operation in the decorative light emitter such as the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED, With respect to the control contents of the rendering operation using various rendering devices such as the driving operation in the rendering model, determination, determination, setting, and the like are performed according to the rendering control command transmitted from the main board 11 and the like.

  Following the effect control process in step S75, an effect random number update process is executed (step S76), and random numbers counted by the random counter of the effect control counter setting unit 193 are used as various random values used for effect control. The numerical data shown is updated by software. Thereafter, the process returns to step S72.

  In the command analysis process in step S74, for example, a start winning command process as shown in the flowchart of FIG. 33 may be executed. In the start winning command processing, when the first starting opening winning designation command or the second starting opening winning designation command transmitted from the main board 11 is received, it may be within the common determination range or a specific pattern common range. It is determined whether or not notification has been given.

  In the start winning command process shown in FIG. 33, the CPU 91 first determines whether or not a first start opening winning designation command has been received (step S151). For example, the effect control command received on the effect control board 12 side is stored in the effect control command receiving buffer, and the CPU 91 reads the command stored in the effect control command receiving buffer and confirms the contents. Thus, it is only necessary that the received effect control command can be specified.

  When it is determined in step S151 that the first start opening winning designation command has been received (step S151; Yes), display update setting corresponding to the first starting opening winning is set (step S152). For example, in the process of step S152, one of the display parts that are displayed in blue in the start prize storage display area 5H provided in the display area of the image display device 5 passes through the first start prize opening (enters). In accordance with the establishment of the first start condition based on the detection of the gaming ball, the display setting for changing to red display may be performed.

  Following the processing of step S152, for example, it is determined whether or not the notice target count value, which is the stored value of the notice target counter provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193, is “0” (step S153). Here, the notice counter is set with the total reserved memory number and the second special figure reserved memory number after starting winning when it is notified that it is within the common pattern common range or winning time determination, Until the notice effect is completed, every time the decorative symbol variable display is started corresponding to the start of the execution of the special figure game, 1 is subtracted. Therefore, when the notice target count value is other than “0”, a setting is made to execute an effect operation that is a prefetch notice effect.

  When the notice target count value is other than “0” in step S153 (step S153; No), since the setting for executing the prefetching notice effect has already been made, the execution of the prefetching notice effect is started again. Is not performed, and the command process at the start winning prize is terminated. When the notice target count value is “0” in step S153 (step S153; Yes), it is determined whether or not the big hit game state is controlled (step S154). For example, after the start of the big hit gaming state is designated by the hit start designation command, the CPU 91 may determine that the big hit is being made if no hit end designation command has been received yet.

  When it is determined in step S154 that the game is a big hit (step S154; Yes), the setting for starting execution of the pre-reading notice effect based on the fact that the game ball has passed (entered) the first start winning opening is not performed. Then, the command process at the time of start winning is finished. When it is determined that the big hit is not made in step S154 (step S154; No), it is determined whether or not the time reduction control is being performed (step S155). For example, the CPU 91 may determine that the time reduction control is being performed when the gaming state designated by the gaming state designation command is a certain change state or a time saving state. When it is determined in step S155 that the time control is being performed (step S155; Yes), the setting for starting execution of the pre-reading notice effect based on the fact that the game ball has passed (entered) the first start winning opening is performed. The command process at the time of start winning is finished.

  Thus, when the big hit or the short-time control is in progress, the execution of the pre-reading notice effect is started without depending on the determination result of the stored memory information based on the game ball passing (entering) the first start winning opening. Do not set. In this embodiment, after the end of the big hit gaming state, the time-shortening control is started in response to the special gaming state such as the probability changing state or the time-shorting state, and the frequency at which the second start winning opening becomes the passing advantageous state increases. It becomes easy for the ball to pass (enter) the second start winning opening. The special figure game using the second special figure is executed with priority over the special figure game using the first special figure. Therefore, if the setting for starting the execution of the pre-reading notice effect based on the detection of the game ball that has passed (entered) the first start winning opening during the big hit or the short-time control is performed, the first notice target is given. Before the special figure game using the special figure is started, the special figure game using the second special figure is often executed because the game ball passes (enters) the second start winning opening. .

  In such a case, the player passes (enters) the game ball to the second start winning opening while recognizing that the special figure display result is “big hit” in the special figure game using the first special figure. By executing the special figure game using the second special figure, the special figure display result becomes “big hit”, and it is repeatedly controlled to the big hit gaming state, so that the gambling of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is improved. There is a risk that it will be significantly increased. In addition, while recognizing that the special figure display result is “big hit” in the special figure game using the first special figure, the second special figure is obtained by repeatedly passing (entering) the game ball to the second start winning opening. Depending on whether the special figure game used is repeatedly executed or the special figure game using the first special figure is executed without passing (entering) the game ball to the second start winning opening, The timing at which the game is controlled to the big hit gaming state may be greatly changed depending on the skill of the player. Therefore, when the big hit or the short-time control is in progress, the first special figure is used by setting so that the execution of the pre-reading notice effect based on the detection of the game ball passing (entering) the first start winning opening is not started. The player is prevented from recognizing that there is a possibility that the special figure display result may be a “hit” in the special figure game. Furthermore, before the special figure game using the first special figure to be notified is started, the special game using the second special figure is made when the game ball passes (enters) the second start winning opening. It is possible to prevent frequent occurrence of a situation in which the special figure game that is preferentially executed and is subject to the advance notice by the prefetch notice effect is shifted.

  If it is determined in step S155 that the time reduction control is not being performed (step S155; No), it is determined whether or not a winning time per hour determination is notified, for example, by reading EXT data in the first start opening winning designation command. (Step S156). At this time, if the winning time determination is notified (step S156; Yes), for example, a winning time determination flag provided in the effect control flag setting unit 191 or the like is set to an on state (step S157).

  If the winning time determination is not notified in step S156 (step S156; No), it is determined whether it is notified that it is within the specific pattern common range (step S158). At this time, if it is not notified that it is within the specific pattern common range (step S158; No), the start winning time command processing is terminated. On the other hand, if it is notified that it is within the specific pattern common range (step S158; Yes), for example, the winning specific pattern flag provided in the production control flag setting unit 191 or the like is set to the on state ( Step S159).

  After executing one of the processes of steps S157 and S159, the total number of reserved memories after the start winning is used as a notice target count value which is a stored value of a notice target counter provided in the production control counter setting unit 193, for example. After setting (step S160), the start winning command processing is terminated.

  If it is determined in step S151 that the first start opening winning designation command has not been received (step S151; No), it is determined whether or not a second starting opening winning designation command has been received (step S161). At this time, if it is determined that the second start opening winning designation command has not been received (step S161; No), the start winning command processing is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined that the second start opening winning designation command is received (step S161; Yes), display update setting corresponding to the second starting opening winning is set (step S162). For example, in the process of step S162, the second start condition based on the detection of a game ball that has passed (entered) the second start winning opening is displayed in one of the display parts that are displayed in black in the start winning storage display area 5H. The display setting for changing to yellow display may be performed in accordance with the establishment of.

  Following the processing of step S162, it is determined whether or not the notice target count value is “0”, that is, whether or not the setting for executing the prefetch notice effect has already been made (step S163). At this time, if the notice target count value is other than “0” (step S163; No), the start winning command processing is terminated. On the other hand, when the notice target count value is “0” (step S163; Yes), it is determined whether or not the winning time determination is notified, for example, by reading the EXT data in the second start opening winning designation command. Is determined (step S164).

  When the winning time determination is notified in step S164 (step S164; Yes), the winning time determination flag is set to the on state (step S165). On the other hand, when the winning time determination is not notified (step S164; No), it is determined whether it is notified that it is within the specific pattern common range (step S166). At this time, if it is not notified that it is within the specific pattern common range (step S166; No), the start winning command processing is terminated. On the other hand, if it is notified that it is within the specific pattern common range (step S166; Yes), the winning specific pattern flag is set to the on state (step 167).

  After executing one of the processes in steps S165 and S167, the second special figure holding memory number after the start winning is set as the notice target count value (step S168), and the start winning time command process is terminated. . In this embodiment, since the special figure game using the second special figure is executed in preference to the special figure game using the first special figure, in the process of step S168, the second special figure reservation memory is stored. By setting the number to the notice target count value, it becomes possible to specify the execution order of the special figure game using the second special figure to be notified.

  FIG. 34 is a flowchart showing an example of processing executed in step S75 of FIG. 32 as the effect control process. In the effect control process, the CPU 91 of the effect control microcomputer 120 performs one of the following processes in steps S170 to S177 according to the value of the effect process flag provided in the effect control flag setting unit 191. Select and execute.

  The variable display start waiting process in step S170 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “0”. This variable display start waiting process includes a process of determining whether or not to start variable display of decorative symbols on the image display device 5 based on whether or not a special figure change start command or the like from the main board 11 has been received. Contains.

  The variable display effect setting process in step S171 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “1”. This variable display effect setting processing corresponds to the decoration on 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 variable display of symbols and other various effects operations, it includes a process of determining a fixed decorative symbol and effect control pattern according to the variation pattern of special symbols, the type of display result, and the like.

  The variable display effect process in step S172 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “2”. In this variable display effect process, the CPU 91 corresponds to the timer value in the effect control process timer provided in the effect control timer setting unit 192, from the effect control pattern to the display control data, voice control data, lamp control data, effect. Production control execution data such as model control data is read. In accordance with the presentation control execution data read at this time, for example, a display control signal to be transmitted to the display control unit 121, a sound effect signal to be transmitted to the sound control unit 122, and a lamp control unit 123 are transmitted. The determination of the illumination signal, the determination of the drive signal transmitted to the solenoid that drives the production model, and the like are performed. By outputting various signals based on these determination results, the special display game is being executed using various effect devices such as the image display device 5 and the speakers 8L and 8R, the game effect lamp 9, the decoration LED, and the effect model. Various production controls are performed. Then, when the end code is read from the effect control pattern, a predetermined display pattern that is a variable display result of the decoration pattern is displayed by transmitting a predetermined display control signal to the display control unit 121, or a special figure. An effect image corresponding to the end of the game is displayed.

  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 CPU 91 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 and the hit start designation command designates the start of the big hit gaming state, the value of the production process flag is “6” corresponding to the big hit middle production process. Update to On the other hand, when the hit start designation command is received and the hit start designation command designates the start of the small hit gaming state, the value of the production process flag is a value corresponding to the small hit medium production process. To “4”. 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 small hit effect process in step S174 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “4”. In this small hit effect processing, the CPU 91 performs display control unit 121, sound control unit 122, lamp control unit 123, and an effect model based on the effect control execution data read from the predetermined effect control pattern. Controls the output of various signals to the solenoid that drives the motor. Thereby, various effect control in a small hit game state is performed using various effect devices. Further, in the small hit effect production process, the value of the production process flag is updated to “5” which is a value corresponding to the small hit end production in response to receiving the hit end designation command from the main board 11.

  The small hit end effect process in step S175 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “5”. In this small hitting end effect process, the CPU 91, based on the effect control execution data read from the predetermined effect control pattern, the display control unit 121, the sound control unit 122, the lamp control unit 123, and further the effect model. Controls the output of various signals to the solenoid that drives the motor. As a result, various effect controls at the end of the small hit gaming state are performed using various effect devices. Thereafter, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “0” which is an initial value.

  The big hit effect process in step S176 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “6”. In this big hit effect processing, the CPU 91 displays a display control unit 121, a sound control unit 122, a lamp control unit 123, and further an effect model based on the effect control execution data read from the predetermined effect control pattern. Controls the output of various signals to the driving solenoid. Thereby, various effect control in a big hit game state is performed using various effect devices. Then, in response to receiving a hit end designation command from the main board 11, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “7” which is a value corresponding to the ending effect process.

  The ending effect process in step S177 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “7”. In the ending effect process, the CPU 91 drives the display control unit 121, the sound control unit 122, the lamp control unit 123, and further the effect model based on the effect control execution data read from the predetermined effect control pattern. Controls the output of various signals to the solenoid that performs the operation. Thereby, various effect control at the time of the end of the big hit gaming state is performed using various effect devices. Thereafter, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “0” which is an initial value.

  FIG. 35 is a flowchart showing an example of the variable display effect setting process executed in step S171 of FIG. In the variable display effect setting process shown in FIG. 35, the CPU 91 first executes a prefetch notice setting process (step S701). FIG. 36 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the prefetch notice setting process executed in step S701 in FIG.

  In the prefetch notice setting process shown in FIG. 36, the CPU 91 first determines whether or not the notice target count value is “0” (step S801). If the notice target count value is other than “0” (step S801; No), the notice target count value is updated by 1 (step S802). When the notice target count value is “0” in step S801 (step S801; Yes), after executing the process of step S802, it is determined whether or not the winning specific pattern flag is ON (step S801). S803).

  When the winning specific pattern flag is ON in step S803 (step S803; Yes), the prefetching advance notice pattern determination table 160A is selected and set as a use table for determining any of the plurality of prefetching advance notice patterns. (Step S804). If the winning specific pattern flag is OFF in step S803 (step S803; No), it is determined whether or not the winning time determination flag is ON (step S805). At this time, if the winning time hit determination flag is off (step S805; No), there is no special figure display result that is determined as “big hit” or “small win” in the stored storage information. Since there is nothing within the range of the common pattern range, the prefetch notice setting process is terminated assuming that the setting for starting execution of the prefetch notice effect is not performed.

  If the winning time determination flag is ON in step S805 (step S805; Yes), whether the variation pattern designated by the special figure variation pattern designation command transmitted from the main board 11 is accompanied by super reach β. It is determined whether or not (step S806). If the variation pattern is accompanied by super reach β (step S806; Yes), the prefetching notice pattern determination table 160B is selected and set as a use table for deciding one of a plurality of prefetching notice patterns. (Step S807). As described above, it is determined that the special figure display result is determined to be “big hit” or “small hit” at the time of starting winning by proceeding to the process of step S807 on the condition that the fluctuation pattern is accompanied by super reach β. The pre-reading notice effect based on can be started on condition that variable display with a specific variation pattern is executed.

  After executing one of the processes of steps S804 and S807, a random value SR1 for determining a prefetching notice pattern is determined from numerical data updated by, for example, the random number circuit 94 or the random counter of the effect control counter setting unit 193. The numerical data shown is extracted (step S808). Subsequently, by referring to the prefetching notice pattern determination table selected as the use table, the prefetching notice pattern is determined as one of a plurality of types (step S809). At this time, in response to the preparation for executing the pre-reading notice effect, for example, a notice preparation flag provided in the effect control flag setting unit 191 or the like is set to the on state (step S810).

  If it is not a variation pattern with super reach β in step S806 (step S806; No), after executing the process of step S810, it is determined whether the notice target count value is “0” (step S806). S811). Here, when the special pattern flag at the time of winning is turned on in step S803 or when the determination flag per winning time is turned on in step S805, if the notice target count value becomes “0”, the pre-reading notice The variable display including the special figure game to be notified when the effect is executed is started. Therefore, if the notice target count value is “0” in step S811 (step S811; Yes), the winning determination flag is cleared and turned off (step S812), and the winning specific pattern flag is also cleared. After setting the off state (step S813), the prefetch notice setting process is terminated.

  For example, if it is determined in step S806 that the variation pattern is not accompanied by super reach β, and if the notice target count value is “1” or more, the next variable display is started even when the prize is received. Since the hit determination flag is kept on, the process of step S806 is executed again, and it is determined that the special figure display result is determined to be “big hit” or “small win” at the start winning prize. It is possible to repeatedly determine whether the start condition for the pre-reading notice effect is satisfied. Then, when the start condition of the pre-reading notice effect is established, it is possible to proceed to the processing of steps S807 to S810 and make preparations for executing the pre-reading notice effect.

  After the above-described prefetch notice setting process is executed in step S701 shown in FIG. 35, a final stop symbol that is a combination of the determined decorative symbols derived and displayed in the variable display of decorative symbols is determined (step S702). For example, in the processing of step S702, each of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorations provided in the display area of the image display device 5 based on the variation pattern designated by the special figure variation pattern designation command. A combination of fixed decorative symbols derived and displayed in the symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R is determined. More specifically, the specified variation pattern may be a non-reach variation pattern corresponding to the case where the decorative pattern variable display mode is set to “non-reach” by reading the EXT data of the special diagram variation pattern designation command. For example, the final stop symbol constituting the non-reach combination among the lost combinations is determined. If the specified variation pattern is a reach variation pattern corresponding to the case where the decorative symbol variable display mode is “reach”, the final stop symbol constituting the reach combination is determined from the lost combinations. Alternatively, if the designated variation pattern is a big hit variation pattern corresponding to the case where the decorative symbol variable display mode is “non-probability change” or “probability change”, the final stop symbol constituting the big hit combination is determined. Furthermore, if the specified variation pattern is a hit variation pattern corresponding to the case where the definite decorative symbol is set to one of the two chances of opening TC1 to TC4, the final one constituting one of the second chances of opening TC1 to TC4 is established. Determine the stop symbol.

  After the final stop symbol is determined in step S702, it is determined whether or not “with slip” is executed to execute a variable display effect of “slip” corresponding to the variation pattern designated by the special figure variation pattern designation command. Determination is made (step S703). At this time, if it is determined that there is “slip” (step S703; Yes), a decorative symbol that is a temporary stop symbol before slip that is temporarily stopped in the variable display effect of “slip” is determined (step S704). . As an example, in the process of step S704, numerical data indicating a random value for determining a pre-slip temporary stop symbol is extracted from the numerical data updated by the random number circuit 94 or the random counter of the effect control counter setting unit 193. Then, a decorative symbol to be a temporary stop symbol before slip may be determined by referring to a predetermined pre-slip temporary stop symbol determination table stored in advance in the ROM 92 or the like.

  When it is determined in step S703 that there is no “slip” (step S703; No), after executing the process of step S704, in response to the variation pattern designated by the special figure variation pattern designation command, It is determined whether or not the “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect is executed (step S705). At this time, if it is determined that “there is a pseudo-ream” (step S705; Yes), a decorative pattern that is temporarily stopped and displayed in the variable display effect of the “pseudo-ream” and configures the pseudo-ream chance is determined (step). S706). As an example, in the process of step S706, the numerical data indicating the random value for determining the pseudo-continuous chance item is extracted from the numerical data updated by the random number circuit 94 or the random counter of the effect control counter setting unit 193, By referring to a predetermined pseudo-continuous chance determination table stored in advance in the ROM 92 or the like, any one of the pseudo-continuous chances GC1 to GC8 is displayed temporarily stopped each time a pseudo-continuous change (re-change) is executed. What is necessary is just to determine the decoration pattern which comprises.

  When it is determined in step S705 that it is not “pseudo-continuous” (step S705; No), after executing the process of step S706, a setting for starting execution of the rendering operation during variable display is performed. (Step S707). For example, in the process of step S707, a symbol variation control pattern corresponding to the variation pattern designated by the special symbol variation pattern designation command is selected and set as a use pattern. In addition, as an initial value of the effect control process timer provided in the effect control timer setting unit 192, a timer start value determined in advance corresponding to the variation pattern is set. Then, by setting the display operation in the image display device 5, for example, an effect operation that is executed in response to the execution of the special figure game, such as a variable display of decorative symbols, is started. After the setting in step S707, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “2” which is a value corresponding to the effect processing during variable display (step S708), and the effect setting processing during variable display is ended.

  FIG. 37 is a flowchart showing an example of the variable display effect process executed in step S172 of FIG. In the variable display effect processing shown in FIG. 37, the CPU 91 first determines whether or not a special figure confirmation command transmitted from the main board 11 has been received (step S721). If the special figure confirmation command has not been received (step S721; No), the effect control process timer value is updated (for example, 1 is subtracted) (step S722), and whether or not the advance notice execution flag is on is determined. Is determined (step S723). Here, the advance notice execution flag is provided, for example, in the effect control flag setting unit 191 and is turned on when the process of step S837 shown in FIG. 38 is executed in response to the execution of the prefetch advance notice effect. Set.

  When the notice execution flag is OFF in step S723 (step S723; No), the effect control process timer value is compared with the effect control process timer determination value indicated by the effect control pattern, and any timer determination value is determined. Is determined whether or not (step S724). At this time, if it matches the timer determination value (step S724; Yes), the effect control execution data (for example, display control data, sound control data, lamp) stored in the effect control pattern in association with the timer determination value. A part or all of the control data, the production model control data, etc.) or the end code is read out (step S725). Here, when the plurality of timer determination values indicated by the effect control pattern in step S724 match the effect control process timer value, the plurality of stored timer determination values are associated with each other and stored. The effect control execution data may be read out in the process of step S725. Then, it is determined whether or not the end code has been read in step S725 (step S726).

  When it is determined in step S726 that the code is not an end code (step S726; No), effect operation control according to the effect control execution data read in step S725 is executed (step S727). For example, in the effect operation control by the process of step S727, the display control command specified by the display control data is transmitted to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 121, and the sound effect corresponding to the sound number data specified by the audio control data A signal is transmitted to the sound control unit 122, an electric decoration signal designated by the lamp control data is transmitted to the lamp control unit 123, and a drive signal designated by the production model control data is driven. For transmission to a solenoid or the like, or a part or all of these may be performed sequentially or in parallel. Further, in the effect operation control by the process of step S727, whether or not it is an operation effective period for effectively detecting a predetermined operation of the player or the like on the effect button 28 based on the operation detection control data read in step S725 or the like. Determine whether. At this time, if the operation is valid, it is determined based on the detection signal transmitted from the effect button 28 whether or not the player's operation on the effect button 28 has been detected. Then, depending on whether the operation effective period has ended without detecting the operation on the effect button 28 or whether a predetermined operation on the effect button 28 has been detected within the operation effective period, control or setting of the effect operation, etc. Should just be done.

  When it does not coincide with the timer determination value in step S724 (step S724; No), after executing the process of step S727, it is determined whether or not the notice preparation flag is on (step S728). At this time, if the notice preparation flag is off (step S728; No), the variable display effect process is terminated. On the other hand, when the notice preparation flag is on (step S728; Yes), the notice execution determination process is executed (step S729), and then the variable display effect process ends.

  If it is determined in step S721 that a special figure confirmation command has been received (step S721; Yes), or if it is determined in step S726 that the code is an end code (step S726; Yes), variable display is being performed. Settings are made to end the rendering operation (step S730). For example, in the process of step S730, a predetermined display control command is transmitted to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 121, and the final stop symbol that becomes the variable display result of the decorative symbol is derived and displayed, and is variable. It is only necessary to make settings for ending the audio output or lamp lighting operation during display. Thereafter, for example, by setting a predetermined timer initial value in the effect control process timer, a hit start designation command reception waiting time is set (step S731). Then, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “3” which is a value corresponding to the waiting process per special figure (step S732), and then the effect process during variable display is ended.

  When the notice execution flag is on in step S723, the notice execution control process for controlling the effect operation corresponding to the pre-read notice effect is executed (step S732), and the variable display effect process is terminated.

  FIG. 38 is a flowchart showing an example of the notice execution determination process executed in step S729 of FIG. In the notice execution determination process shown in FIG. 38, the CPU 91 first determines whether or not it is the operation effective period of the effect button 28 (step S821). This operation valid period may be specified by, for example, presentation control execution data included in the prefetching notice pattern set as a use pattern, or a symbol variation control prepared in advance for execution of the prefetching notice effect. It may be specified by production control execution data included in the pattern. When it is not the operation valid period (step S821; No), the notice execution determination process ends.

  If it is the operation valid period in step S821 (step S821; Yes), it is determined whether or not the operation standby effect flag is on (step S822). Here, the operation standby effect flag is provided in, for example, the effect control flag setting unit 191, and in response to the execution of the operation standby effect operation for prompting a predetermined operation by the player or the like on the effect button 28, Set to the on state. If the operation standby effect flag is off (step S822; No), a setting for starting execution of the effect operation for promoting a predetermined operation on the effect button 28 is performed (step S823). At this time, the operation standby effect flag is set to the on state (step S824).

  When the operation standby effect flag is on in step S822 (step S822; No), or after executing the process of step S824, the state (off / on) of the detection signal transmitted from the effect button 28 is changed. By checking or the like, it is determined whether or not a predetermined operation (such as a pressing operation) on the effect button 28 has been detected (step S825). At this time, if the predetermined operation on the effect button 28 is not detected (step S825; No), it is determined whether or not the operation effective period has ended (step S826). If it is not the end timing of the operation valid period (step S826; No), the notice execution determination process ends.

  If it is the end timing of the operation valid period in step S826 (step S826; Yes), a setting is made to end the execution of the rendering operation that promotes the predetermined operation on the rendering button 28 (step S827). In addition, the operation waiting effect flag is cleared and turned off (step S828). Thereafter, after clearing the notice preparation flag to turn it off (step S829), the notice execution determination process is terminated.

  When a predetermined operation on the effect button 28 is detected in step S825 (step S825; Yes), for example, in response to the effect control process timer value, the remaining until the special symbol or decorative symbol variable display ends. The variable display remaining time, which is the time, is specified and stored, for example, in a variable display remaining time buffer provided in the effect control buffer 194 (step S830). At this time, a setting for ending execution of the rendering operation that promotes a predetermined operation on the rendering button 28 is performed (step S831). In addition, the operation waiting effect flag is cleared and turned off (step S832). Then, settings for deriving and displaying decorative symbols are performed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R provided in the display area of the image display device 5 ( Step S833). For example, in the process of step S833, the CPU 91 causes the display control unit 121 to transmit a predetermined display control command, whereby the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, What is necessary is just to make it stop-display the decoration symbol currently displayed on the position nearest to the stop display position (for example, effective line etc.) of a decoration symbol in 5R. Alternatively, a predetermined decorative display for variable display stop may be stopped and displayed. At this time, the decorative pattern that becomes the finalized decorative pattern may be stopped and displayed, but in order to prevent the player from recognizing the variable display result before the pre-reading notice effect is executed, the combination of the finalized decorative pattern It is desirable to stop and display a decorative pattern different from the above.

  After executing the processing of step S833, the decorative symbol display waiting time is set, for example, by setting a predetermined timer initial value in the notice effect process timer provided in the effect control timer setting unit 192 or the like (step S834). ). At this time, for example, the decorative symbol display waiting flag provided in the production control flag setting unit 191 or the like is set to the on state (step S835), while the notice preparation flag is cleared to the off state (step S836). Then, after setting the advance notice flag to the on state (step S837), the advance notice determination process is terminated.

  FIG. 39 is a flowchart showing an example of the notice execution control process executed in step S732 in FIG. In the notice execution control process shown in FIG. 39, the CPU 91 first determines whether or not the decorative symbol display waiting flag is on (step S851). At this time, if the decorative symbol display waiting flag is on (step S851; Yes), it is determined whether or not the decorative symbol display waiting time has elapsed (step S852). For example, in the process of step S852, the CPU 91 updates (eg, subtracts 1) the notice effect process timer value that is a stored value of the notice effect process timer, and the updated timer value is a predetermined decorative symbol display wait time determination value. What is necessary is just to determine whether it matched (for example, "0").

  If the decorative symbol display waiting time has not elapsed in step S852 (step S852; No), the notice execution control process ends. On the other hand, when the decorative symbol display waiting time has elapsed (step S852; Yes), various settings for performing a presentation operation that becomes a prefetching notice effect by the prefetching notice pattern are performed. At this time, first, the decorative symbol display waiting flag is cleared and turned off (step S853). Then, for example, the variable display remaining time stored in the variable display remaining time buffer or the like is read (step S854). Subsequently, the effect control execution data corresponding to the variable display remaining time read out in step S854 is read out from the pre-read notice pattern set as the use pattern (step S855). Here, as shown in FIG. 20 (C), the prefetch notice pattern includes presentation control execution data corresponding to the variable display remaining time.

  Subsequent to the processing in step S855, a notice effect execution time is set by setting a predetermined timer initial value in the notice effect process timer, for example (step S856). Then, for example, by transmitting the display control command designated by the production control execution data read out in step S855 to the display control unit 121, the setting for starting the production operation as the pre-reading notice production is performed (step S857). Thereafter, after setting the notice effect end wait flag to the on state (step S858), the notice execution control process is ended.

  If the decorative symbol display wait flag is off in step S851 (step S851; No), it is determined whether or not the notice effect end wait flag is on (step S859). At this time, if the notice effect end wait flag is on (step S859; Yes), it is determined whether or not the notice effect execution time has elapsed (step S860). For example, in the process of step S860, the CPU 91 updates (eg, subtracts 1) the notice effect process timer value that is the stored value of the notice effect process timer, and the updated timer value is a predetermined notice effect execution time determination value ( For example, it may be determined whether or not it matches “0”).

  When the notice effect execution time has not elapsed in step S860 (step S860; No), the operation control of the notice effect according to the effect control execution data read in step S855 is performed (step S861). The notice execution control process is terminated. On the other hand, when the notice effect execution time has elapsed (step S860; Yes), the notice effect end wait flag is cleared and turned off (step S862).

  When the notice effect end wait flag is off in step S859 (step S859; No), after performing the process of step S862, after performing the control for executing the time adjustment effect after the end of the notice effect. (Step S863), the notice execution control process is terminated. For example, in the process of step S863, the CPU 91 deletes the display of the effect image in the display area of the image display device 5 by transmitting a predetermined display control command to the display control unit 121, for example, changing the special symbol. The display area of the image display device 5 may be displayed in black (blackout) until the special figure variation time, which is the display time, elapses.

  Next, specific examples of various effects performed in the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be described. In the pachinko gaming machine 1, when a game ball that has passed (entered) the first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A is detected by the first start opening switch 22A, it is extracted in step S203 of FIG. Based on the numerical data indicating the random numbers MR1 to MR3, the process of steps S206 to S211 is executed to determine whether or not the special figure display result is “big hit” or “small hit”, or to specify It is determined whether or not the change pattern is determined. At this time, it is determined in step S206 that the random number MR1 for determining the special figure display result is within the big hit determination range (step S206; Yes), or the random value MR1 is small in step S207. If it is determined that it is within the range of the winning determination range (step S207; Yes), based on the transmission setting in step S208, the first start opening winning designation command for notifying the winning time winning determination is the main board 11. To the effect control board 12. On the other hand, if it is determined in step S209 that the random number MR3 for determining the special figure variation pattern type is within the specific pattern common range (step S209; Yes), the transmission setting in step S210 is performed. Based on this, the first start opening winning designation command for notifying the specific pattern common range is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12.

  Further, when a game ball that has passed (entered) the second start winning opening formed by the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is detected by the second start opening switch 22B, the random number value MR1 extracted in step S214 in FIG. Based on numerical data indicating MR3, etc., the processing of steps S217 to S222 is executed to determine whether or not the special figure display result is “big hit” or “small hit”, or to a specific variation pattern A determination is made whether or not to be determined. At this time, it is determined in step S217 that the random number MR1 for determining the special figure display result is within the jackpot determination range (step S217; Yes), or the random value MR1 is small in step S218. If it is determined that it is within the range of the winning determination range (step S218; Yes), the second start opening winning designation command for notifying the winning time winning determination based on the transmission setting in step S219 is the main board 11. To the effect control board 12. On the other hand, when it is determined in step S220 that the random number MR3 for determining the special figure variation pattern type is within the specific pattern common range (step S220; Yes), the transmission setting in step S221 is performed. Based on this, a second start opening winning designation command for notifying the specific pattern common range is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12.

  When it is determined in step S151 in FIG. 33 that the first start port winning designation command has been received (step S151; Yes), the effect control board 12 determines that the winning time per hour determination has been notified in step S156. (Step S156; Yes), after it is determined in Step S161 that the second start port winning designation command has been received (Step S161; Yes), when it is determined in Step S164 that the winning time determination is notified. (Step S164; Yes), the winning determination flag is set to an on state (Steps S157 and S165), and a notice target count value is set (Steps S160 and S168). Accordingly, it is possible to specify a variable display hold position (hold number) where the random value MR1 falls within the range of the big hit determination range or the small hit determination range and the variable display result is “big hit” or “small hit”.

  In addition, when it is determined in step S158 in FIG. 33 that it is within the specific pattern common range (step S158; Yes), or when it is determined in step S166 that it is within the specific pattern common range (step S166; Yes). The winning specific pattern flag is set to the on state (steps S159 and S167), and the notice target count value is set (steps S160 and S168). As a result, it is possible to specify a variable display hold position (hold number) in which the random value MR3 falls within the range of the specific pattern common range and becomes a specific fluctuation pattern with at least super reach β.

  Thereafter, in step S802 shown in FIG. 36, the notice target count value is updated to be subtracted by 1 in response to the start of variable display of decorative symbols. Then, in response to the winning specific pattern flag being ON or the winning time determination flag being ON, a prefetching notice pattern serving as a use pattern for executing the prefetching notice effect is determined ( Steps S803 to S809). After the start setting of the pre-reading notice effect is thus performed, the CPU 91 transmits a predetermined display control command to the VDP or the like of the display control unit 121 in step S707 shown in FIG. Let it begin.

  FIG. 40 shows an execution example of the display operation when the prefetch notice effect is executed. In this display operation example, first, in all of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R provided in the display area of the image display device 5, for example, FIG. ), The decorative symbol is displayed in an accelerated manner, whereby the variable display of the decorative symbol is started. Thereafter, for example, when high-speed display of all symbols as shown in FIG. 40B is being performed, it is assumed that the operation valid period during which a predetermined operation on the effect button 28 is detected effectively (FIG. 38). Step S821; Yes). At this time, if the operation standby effect flag is off (step S822; No), for example, an effect image EV1 for informing a message such as “Press the button!” Shown in FIG. The operation promotion effect of the effect button 28, such as displaying in the area, is started (step S823). Thereafter, until the end timing of the operation effective period is reached (step S826; No), the operation promotion effect is continuously executed, and the processing of step S825 is repeatedly executed every time a timer interrupt occurs, thereby providing an effect button. A predetermined operation (for example, a pressing operation) on 28 is effectively detected.

  If a predetermined operation on the effect button 28 is detected in step S825 before the end timing of the operation effective period (step S825; Yes), for example, as shown in FIG. , The decorative symbols are derived and displayed in all of the “middle” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R (step S833). Thus, the decorative symbol is derived and displayed based on the fact that the predetermined operation on the effect button 28 is detected before the special symbol variable time, which is the variable symbol display time in the special symbol game, elapses. Make the player recognize as if the variable display has ended. Then, in response to the elapse of a predetermined decorative symbol display waiting time (step S852 in FIG. 39; Yes), the effect control execution data corresponding to the variable display remaining time is read from the pre-reading notice pattern determined as the usage pattern. It is issued (step S855), and an effect operation that becomes a pre-reading notice effect is started (step S857).

  For example, when the prefetch notice pattern SPA4-1 is determined as the usage pattern in step S809 in FIG. 36, an effect image including “...” (No message) as shown in FIG. A pre-reading notice effect is executed by displaying in the display area of the image display device 5 or the like. On the other hand, when the prefetch notice pattern SPA1 is determined to be the use pattern in step S809 of FIG. 36, the effect image including the message “next time, chances?” As shown in FIG. 40 (D2). Is displayed in the display area of the image display device 5 or the like, and a pre-reading notice effect is executed. Further, when the pre-reading notice pattern SPB0 is determined to be the use pattern in step S809 in FIG. 36, the effect image including the message “This time, it is extremely hot!” As shown in FIG. 40 (D3). Is displayed in the display area of the image display device 5 or the like, and a pre-reading notice effect is executed.

  As shown in FIG. 20C, in each prefetch notice pattern, the contents of the effect are made different according to the variable display remaining time which is the remaining time of the variable display at the timing when the predetermined operation on the effect button 28 is detected. In addition, production control execution data is stored. On the other hand, the notice effect execution time set in step S856 of FIG. 39 may be set to a fixed time regardless of the timing at which the predetermined operation on the effect button 28 is detected. Then, after it is determined in step S860 in FIG. 39 that the notice effect execution time has elapsed (step S860; Yes), for example, as shown in FIG. 40E, the display area of the image display device 5 is displayed in black ( The time adjustment effect after the end of the notice effect, such as blacking out, is executed (step S863). Thereby, when the notice effect execution time is set to a certain time, it is possible to easily manage the time until the special symbol variable display in the special game is finished.

  After the execution of the pre-reading notice effect is thus completed, for example, in response to the determination that the special figure confirmation command is received in step S721 of FIG. 37 (step S721; Yes), the effect end setting is set in step S730. If the variable display result is “lost” due to, for example, the display of the fixed combination of the lost combination as shown in FIG. 40 (F1) is stopped and fixed, and the variable display result is derived and displayed. Just do it. If the variable display result is “big hit”, a big hit notification effect such as displaying an effect image as shown in FIG. 40 (F2) may be executed.

  FIG. 41 is a timing chart showing an example of operation control in the case where a prefetch notice effect is executed. In FIGS. 41A and 41B1 to B3, the horizontal axis indicates the passage of time.

  FIG. 41A shows an example of variable display operation of special symbols. In the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A and the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B, the special game based on the setting in step S270 of FIG. After the symbol variation is started, when the special symbol variation time corresponding to the variation pattern determined in step S268 has elapsed, the fixed special symbol corresponding to the special symbol display result is derived and displayed, and the variation is completed. .

  In the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R provided in the display area of the image display device 5, the decorative symbols are displayed in response to the start of variation of the special symbols in the special symbol game. When variable display is started and preparation for execution of the pre-reading notice effect is made, it becomes an operation valid period, and a predetermined operation on the effect button 28 can be effectively detected. For example, as shown in FIG. 41 (B1), when a predetermined operation on the effect button 28 is detected within the operation effective period, a decorative symbol is derived and displayed by the setting in step S833 in FIG. The Thereafter, execution of the pre-reading notice effect is started by the setting in step S857 of FIG. 39 and the like, and the pre-reading notice effect is continuously executed until the notice effect execution time set in step S856 elapses (step S861). Such). Then, after the notice effect execution time has elapsed (step S860; Yes), for example, the time adjustment effect after the notice effect ends is executed in a period until the special figure confirmation command is received (step S863, etc.).

  In this example of operation control, after a decorative symbol is derived and displayed based on the detection of a predetermined operation on the effect button 28, the pre-adjustment notice effect is executed and then the time adjustment effect is executed. On the other hand, after the decorative design is derived and displayed, the pre-reading notice effect may be executed after the time adjustment effect is executed. FIG. 41 (B2) shows an example of operation control when the pre-reading notice effect is executed after the time adjustment effect is executed. As shown in FIG. 41 (B2), when a predetermined operation on the effect button 28 is detected within the operation effective period, a decorative design is derived and displayed by the setting in step S833 of FIG. At this time, the execution time of the time adjustment effect may be specified from the difference between the variable display remaining time and the notice effect execution time. Then, the pre-reading notice effect may be executed after the time adjustment effect before the start of the notice effect is executed before the pre-reading notice effect is executed.

  The operation effective period may be set to end when the variable display remaining time becomes equal to the sum of the decorative symbol derivation display time and the notice effect execution time. In this case, in the variable display prepared for execution of the pre-reading notice effect, the pre-reading notice effect is executed after the operation effective period ends even if a predetermined operation on the effect button 28 is not detected within the operation effective period. You may do it. FIG. 41 (B3) shows an example of operation control in the case where the pre-reading notice effect is executed even if the predetermined operation on the effect button 28 is not detected within the operation effective period. As shown in FIG. 41 (B3), when a predetermined operation on the effect button 28 is not detected within the operation effective period, a decorative symbol is derived and displayed at the end timing of the operation effective period. Then, when the decorative symbol display waiting time elapses, an effect operation serving as a pre-reading notice effect may be executed.

  Switching effect at the time of transition from the state in which the decorative symbol is derived and displayed based on the detection of the predetermined operation to the effect button 28 to the pre-reading notice effect, the time adjustment effect before the notice start, and further the time adjustment effect after the notice end. The production content (production mode) may be different production content (production mode) depending on, for example, the variable display remaining time. For example, when the variable display remaining time is equal to or longer than a predetermined time (20 seconds or the like), a fade-out display or a fade-in display is performed as a switching effect, and a pre-reading notice effect or a time adjustment effect before the notice start is performed from the derivation display of the decorative pattern. Alternatively, the display of the effect image may be changed in a plurality of stages. On the other hand, for example, when the variable display remaining time is less than a predetermined time, a flash display (display operation for flashing the entire display area of the image display device 5) is performed as a switching effect, and the decorative symbol is derived and displayed. The display of the effect image may be instantaneously changed to a pre-reading notice effect or a time adjustment effect before the notice start.

  Alternatively, the effect content (effect mode) in the switching effect may be different effect content (effect mode) depending on the progress in the variable display of the decorative symbols, regardless of the remaining variable display time. For example, a predetermined operation on the effect button 28 is detected when the decorative symbols in all of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R change at a constant speed. In this case, after the decorative symbol deceleration stop display is executed simultaneously in all of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, the decorative symbol is derived and displayed, and then the decorative symbol derived and displayed as the switching effect is cracked. It is only necessary to display an effect image that is broken and then shift to a pre-reading notice effect or a time adjustment effect before the notice start. In contrast, when the same decorative design is derived and displayed in the “left” and “right” decorative design display areas 5L and 5R and the reach effect is started, a predetermined operation on the effect button 28 is detected. Shows an effect image in which the ornamental symbol derived and displayed in the “medium” ornamental symbol display area 5C is enlarged and displayed, and then the ornamental symbol from which the predetermined character is derived and displayed is accelerated and changed again as a switching effect. After the display, it may be shifted to a pre-reading notice effect or a time adjustment effect before the notice start.

  As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the above-described embodiment, the special figure display result is obtained when the game state is controlled to the special game state such as the probability change state or the time-short state, and then the time-short control is performed. 29 is updated so as to add 1 to the short, medium, and small hit count value in step S296 shown in FIG. Thereafter, when the variation pattern type CB1-4 is determined in step 266 shown in FIG. 28, it is used in step S267 according to the table selection setting as shown in FIG. By changing the selection of the variation pattern determination table 136A to the variation pattern determination table 136C to be a table, the variable display time (special diagram variation time) is short as a variation pattern such as a special symbol whose special figure display result is “lost”. Increase the percentage determined by the variation pattern. As a result, the special figure display result becomes “small hit” after being controlled to the probability change state or the short time state, so that the variable display time is easily determined to the fluctuation pattern with a short time, which is more advantageous for the player. The game interest can be improved by attracting the player's attention to the special figure display result of “small hit” in the game. In addition, when the special figure display result is “small hit” in the probability variation state or the short time state, even if it is difficult to obtain a prize ball, the variable display time is shortened thereafter, which is more advantageous for the player. Therefore, it is possible to prevent a decrease in gaming interest due to a game delay.

  Further, in response to the fact that the special chart display result is “big hit” and “big hit” big hit type when the time is short, the hour / medium sudden hit count value is incremented by 1 in step S317 shown in FIG. Update. Thereafter, when the variation pattern type CB1-4 is determined in step S266 shown in FIG. 28, it is used in step S267 in accordance with the table selection setting as shown in FIG. By changing the selection of the variation pattern determination table 136A to the variation pattern determination table 136C to be a table, the variable display time (special diagram variation time) is short as a variation pattern such as a special symbol whose special figure display result is “lost”. Increase the percentage determined by the variation pattern. As a result, after being controlled to the probable change state or the short-time state, the special figure display result is “big hit” and “big hit” big hit type, so that the variable display time is easily determined to the fluctuation pattern, and more to the player It becomes advantageous, and even if the variable display mode becomes “surprise” after being controlled to the special gaming state and the game is controlled to the two round big hit state, there is no delay in the game, and the gaming interest can be improved.

  In setting examples such as the variation pattern type determination table shown in FIGS. 13A1 to 13A4, B1 to B4, and C, the variation pattern types CB1-4 may be determined. This is the time when the variation pattern type determination table 134D is selected when the gaming state is the short-time state or the probability variation state and the special figure holding storage number is “4”. Based on the determination as the variation pattern type CB1-4, in step S267 shown in FIG. 28, one of the variation pattern determination table 136A to the variation pattern determination table 136C is selected as the use table. Therefore, the selection of the variation pattern determination table 136A to the variation pattern determination table 136C is changed only when the special figure reservation storage number is “4”. Further, as shown in FIG. 15D, a variation pattern determination table is used for determining a variation pattern when executing a special diagram game using the second special diagram when the value of the variation special diagram designation flag is “2”. While the selection of 136A to the variation pattern determination table 136C is changed, the variation pattern determination table 136A is determined when the value of the variation special figure designation flag is “1” and the special figure game using the first special figure is executed. The selection is not changed. This prevents the increase in the data capacity of the table to be changed to determine the variation pattern, and attracts the player's attention to the special figure display result of “small hit” in the special figure game. Can improve the entertainment interest. Moreover, the profit obtained by the player can be moderately suppressed by the special figure display result being “small hit”, and it is possible to prevent the gambling feeling from being drastically reduced.

  When a game ball that has passed (entered) the first start winning opening formed in the normal winning ball apparatus 6A is detected by the first start opening switch 22A, the random number values MR1 to MR3 are obtained by the process of step S203 shown in FIG. After the numerical data shown is extracted, the processing of steps S209 to S211 is executed, and the numerical data indicating the random number value MR3 for determining the special figure variation pattern type included in the special game hold data is the specific pattern common range Is determined before the start of the special figure game based on the hold data. Further, when a game ball that has passed (entered) the second start winning opening formed in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B is detected by the second start opening switch 22B, the random number value MR1 is obtained by the process of step S214 shown in FIG. After the numerical data indicating ~ MR3 is extracted, the processing of steps S220 to S222 is executed, and the numerical data indicating the random value MR3 for determining the special figure variation pattern type included in the holding data of the special figure game is specified. Whether or not the pattern is within the pattern common range is determined prior to the start of the special figure game based on the hold data. Then, on the side of the production control board 12, when it is determined in step S158 shown in FIG. 33 that it is within the specific pattern common range, the winning specific pattern flag is turned on in step S159. Based on the fact that it was set, or when it was determined in step S166 that it was within the range of the specific pattern common range, the winning specific pattern flag was set in the on state in step S167. Before executing the special figure game based on the numerical data determined to be within the specific pattern common range by executing the processes of steps S804, S808, and S809 shown in FIG. In addition, a pre-reading notice effect for informing the possibility of a specific variation pattern with super reach β is executed. As a result, before the variable display corresponding to the game ball passing (entering) the first start winning opening or the second starting winning opening is executed, there is a possibility that the variable display by the specific variation pattern is executed. Notification can be made, and the game entertainment can be improved.

  In the setting examples of the variation pattern type determination table 133A to the variation pattern type determination table 133D and the variation pattern type determination table 134A to the variation pattern type determination table 134D shown in FIGS. 13 (A1) to (A4) and (B1) to (B4). A common determination value is assigned to the variation pattern type CA2-3 including a variation pattern with super reach β regardless of the number of special figure reservations. When the variation pattern type determination table 134D is selected and determined to be a usage pattern, the selection of the variation pattern determination table 136A to the variation pattern determination table 136C may be changed based on the determination of the variation pattern type CB1-4. However, the ratio determined as the variation pattern type CA2-3 does not change depending on whether or not the selection of the variation pattern determination table 136A to the variation pattern determination table 136C is changed. As a result, even when the special figure pending storage number is changed or when the selection of the fluctuation pattern determination table 136A to the fluctuation pattern determination table 136C is changed, the notification content of the possibility of becoming a specific fluctuation pattern in the pre-reading notice effect and Thus, it is possible to prevent inconsistency from occurring whether or not variable display with a specific variation pattern is actually executed, and to suppress the distrust of the player with respect to the notification content by the pre-reading notice effect. On the other hand, different decision values are assigned to the variation patterns other than the variation pattern type CA2-3 according to the number of special figure reservations. Thereby, for example, when the number of special figure hold storage is less than a predetermined number, the variation pattern type can be determined so that the average variable display time (special figure fluctuation time) becomes long, and the special figure game is executed. It is possible to prevent the operation rate from decreasing due to interruption.

  After the numerical data indicating the random number MR1 is extracted by the process of step S203 shown in FIG. 24, the processes of steps S206 to S208 are executed to determine the special figure display result included in the special figure game hold data. Whether or not the special figure display result is “big hit” or “small hit” based on the numerical data indicating the random number MR1 is determined before the start of the special figure game based on the hold data. In addition, after the numerical data indicating the random value MR1 is extracted by the process of step S214 illustrated in FIG. 25, the processes of steps S217 to S219 and the like are executed to indicate the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result. Based on the data, it is determined whether or not the special figure display result is “big hit” or “small hit” before the start of the special figure game based on the hold data. On the side of the effect control board 12, when the winning time determination is notified in the process of step S156 shown in FIG. 33, the winning time determination flag is set to the on state in the process of step S157. When the winning time determination is notified in the process of step S164, the processing of steps S806 to S809 shown in FIG. 36 is performed based on the fact that the winning time determination flag is set to ON in the process of step S165. By executing, and determining the pre-reading notice pattern, the special figure display result can be “big hit” or “small win” before the special figure game based on the numerical data for which the winning time determination is made is executed. A pre-reading notice effect for informing the sex is executed. When this pre-reading notice effect is executed, it is determined that the operation valid period is determined in the process of step S821 shown in FIG. 38, and then it is determined in step S826 that the operation valid period is the end timing. Before a special operation (for example, a pressing operation) on the effect button 28 is detected in the process of step S825, the process of step S833 is performed before the special figure variation time in the special figure game has elapsed. By performing the derivation display of the decorative symbol by executing, until it is determined in step S860 shown in FIG. 39 that the notice execution time has elapsed, the variable display result after the next time is “big hit” or “ A pre-reading notice effect for informing the possibility of “small hit” is executed. In this way, after a decorative symbol is derived and displayed in response to a predetermined operation on the effect button 28, the player's expectation for the display result in the variable display executed after the next time by the pre-reading notice effect is enhanced, and the gaming entertainment is improved. Can be made.

  When it is determined in the process of step S805 shown in FIG. 36 that the winning time determination flag is on, based on the determination in step S806 that the fluctuation pattern is accompanied by super reach β, step S807 is performed. The process of S809 is executed to determine the prefetching notice pattern, and the prefetching notice effect for notifying the possibility that the special figure display result may be “big hit” or “small hit” can be executed. This increases the rarity when the pre-reading notice effect is executed by deriving and displaying a decorative symbol in accordance with a predetermined operation on the effect button 28 before the special figure change time in the special figure game elapses. It is possible to improve the game entertainment interest by the player's expectation and joyful feeling for shortening the display and executing the pre-reading notice effect.

  After the winning time determination flag is set to the ON state by either of the processing of steps S157 and S165 shown in FIG. 33, the step based on the determination that the notice target count value is “0” in step S811 shown in FIG. Until the process of S812 is executed, the winning time determination flag is maintained in the on state, so that the variable display is performed a plurality of times before the special game based on the numerical data for which the winning time determination is made is executed. Thus, it is possible to shorten the variable display based on a predetermined operation on the effect button 28 and to execute the pre-reading notice effect. Thereby, the player's sense of expectation that the variable display result becomes “big hit” or the like can be continuously increased, and the gaming interest can be improved.

  In the example of setting the prefetch notice pattern shown in FIG. 20C, the production control execution data is prepared so that the production content (production mode) varies depending on the variable display remaining time. Therefore, when a predetermined operation on the effect button 28 is detected, the pre-reading notice effect is produced in different effect modes according to the remaining time until the special figure variable time which is the variable display time of the special symbol in the special figure game elapses. Executed. As a result, various presentation operations can be performed as the pre-reading notice effect, and the pre-playing notice effect can be executed in an appropriate form according to the remaining time to improve the game entertainment.

  As shown in FIGS. 41 (B1) to (B3), the pre-reading notice effect has a predetermined notice effect execution time regardless of whether or not a predetermined operation on the effect button 28 is detected within the operation valid period. Until the time elapses, an effect operation serving as a pre-reading notice effect is executed by executing the process of step S861 shown in FIG. And when the predetermined operation with respect to the production | presentation button 28 is detected, for example, as shown in FIG. 41 (B1), by performing the time adjustment production after the end of the announcement production, or as shown in FIG. 41 (B2) As described above, by executing the time adjustment effect before the start of the notice effect, the time adjustment until the special figure variation time in the special figure game elapses is performed. Thereby, the time management when the pre-reading notice effect is executed can be easily performed.

  The present invention is not limited to the above embodiment, and various modifications and applications are possible. For example, in the above-described embodiment, the pre-reading notice pattern is always determined when the winning specific pattern flag is on, or when the winning determination flag is on and a variation pattern with super reach β is designated. The pre-reading notice effect is explained as being executed. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the pre-reading notice effect is executed even when the special pattern flag at the time of winning is turned on, or even when the variation pattern with super reach β is designated with the determination flag per winning time turned on. A decision not to do so may be made.

  In this case, for example, the prefetching notice execution determination process for deciding whether or not to execute the prefetching notice effect may be executed before executing the process of step S804 or the process of step S807 shown in FIG. In this prefetch notice execution determination process, for example, numerical data indicating a random number value for prefetch notice execution determination is extracted from numerical data updated by the random number circuit 94 or the random counter of the effect control counter setting unit 193, and the ROM 92 It is only necessary to determine whether or not to execute the prefetching notice effect by referring to the prefetching notice execution decision table stored in advance. In the pre-reading notice execution determination table, it is determined that the pre-reading notice effect is executed at a different ratio depending on whether the winning determination flag is on or the specific pattern flag at winning is on. In addition, a numerical value (determined value) to be compared with a random number value for determining the prefetching notice execution may be assigned to the determination result as to whether to execute the prefetching notice effect. As an example, when the winning determination flag is on, it may be determined to execute the pre-reading notice effect at a higher rate than when the winning specific pattern flag is on. Thereby, it is possible to prevent the pre-reading notice effect from being frequently executed, enhance the effect, and enhance the expectation for the variable display result to be “big hit”.

  On the other hand, execution of the pre-reading notice effect may be started even when the winning determination flag and the winning specific pattern flag are off. In this case, for example, if it is determined in step S805 in FIG. 36 that the winning time determination flag is OFF, the prefetching notice execution determination process for determining whether or not to execute the prefetching notice effect is executed. Good. At this time, it may be determined that the pre-reading notice effect is executed at a lower rate than when the winning determination flag or the winning specific pattern flag is on. As a result, the pre-reading notice effect is prevented from being frequently executed to enhance the effect, and the expectation that the variable display result becomes “big hit” or the variable display with the specific variation pattern is executed is enhanced. be able to.

  The contents of the hold storage information notified by the EXT data of the first start opening winning designation command or the second starting opening winning designation command is the winning time indicating that the special figure display result is “big hit” or “small win”. In addition to determination and a specific pattern common range that is a specific variation pattern with super reach β, various contents may be notified.

  As an example, when the special figure display result is “big hit”, the determination result as to whether or not the big hit type of “probability change” is determined may be notified. Then, in the pre-reading notice effect based on the determination result that the jackpot type of “probability change” is determined, an effect operation different from the effect content (effect mode) in the other pre-reading notice effect may be performed. Alternatively, the pre-reading notice pattern corresponding to the effect content (effect mode) in the pre-reading notice effect may be determined at a different rate according to the determination result of whether or not the big hit type of “probability change” is determined. .

  As another example, a determination result of whether or not the variable display mode is determined as “non-reach” may be notified. For example, when it is determined in step S209 in FIG. 24 or step S220 in FIG. 25 that the random value MR3 is outside the range of the specific pattern common range, the random value MR3 is “non-reach” regardless of the number of special figure reservations. It is determined whether or not it is within a common range that is a variable display mode. Here, the variation pattern type determination table 133A to the variation pattern type determination table 133D and the variation pattern type determination table 134A to the variation pattern type determination table 134D shown in FIGS. 13 (A1) to (A4) and (B1) to (B4). In the setting example, as shown in FIG. 26, if the random value MR3 is in the range of “0” to “119”, the variable display mode of “non-reach” is determined regardless of the number of special figure hold storage. This range may be within the range of the common range that is the “non-reach” variable display mode. Then, on the side of the production control board 12, when the execution of the pre-reading notice production is started, all the variable displays executed before the variable display to be noticed are in the “non-reach” variable display mode. In each variable display, based on the determination on the production control board 12 side, a continuous chance eye display for deriving and displaying a definite decorative symbol constituting a predetermined chance eye, or a continuous slip for executing a “slip” variable display effect Change the order in which the final decorative symbols are derived and displayed in the effect, “left”, “middle”, “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. The left-to-right and middle-stop order is set to right-to-middle-to-left stop order), etc. As the production display is performed Good.

  In the above embodiment, when the CPU 91 of the effect control microcomputer 120 mounted on the effect control board 12 executes the processes of steps S154 and S155 shown in FIG. It has been described that the setting for starting execution of the pre-reading notice effect is not performed regardless of the determination result of the stored memory information based on the fact that the game ball has passed (entered) the first start winning opening. However, the present invention is not limited to this. The CPU 81 of the game control microcomputer 100 mounted on the main board 11 executes a predetermined process, so that the game ball can receive the first start prize during the big hit or during the time-short control. You may make it restrict | limit execution of the prefetch notice effect based on having passed (entrance) the mouth. In this case, for example, after executing the process of step S205 shown in FIG. 24, the CPU 81 determines whether or not the special figure process flag value is any of “4” to “7”. It is determined whether it is in the middle. Further, the CPU 81 determines whether or not the time reduction control is being performed by determining whether or not the time reduction flag is on. Then, when it is determined that a big hit is being made or when it is determined that the time reduction control is being performed, the process proceeds to the process of step S211 shown in FIG. 24 to notify that it is out of the specific pattern common range. It may be instructed not to start execution of the pre-reading notice effect by sending a starting opening prize designation command or by sending a first opening prize designating command for designating execution restriction of the pre-reading notice effect. .

  In the above embodiment, when the winning time determination flag is ON in the processing of step S805 shown in FIG. 36, only in the case where the variation pattern is accompanied by super reach β in step S806, the processing in steps S807 to S809 is performed. It has been described that the pre-reading notice effect is executed by executing the process and executing the prefetching notice pattern. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, a variation pattern with another reach effect such as normal reach is designated, or a variation pattern for executing a variable display effect of “slip” or “pseudo-continuous” is designated. That it is determined that a predetermined notice effect is to be executed, that a predetermined condition combining some or all of these conditions is satisfied, or that any other predetermined pre-reading notice execution condition is satisfied In addition, a pre-reading notice effect may be executed. In addition, after the pre-reading notice effect based on the fact that the winning time determination flag is on is executed, each time until the variable display to be noticed is executed (until the notice object count value becomes “0”), The pre-reading notice effect may be executed in the variable display.

  In the above embodiment, as the number of times that the special figure display result becomes “small hit” increases during the time reduction in which the time reduction control is performed, the special table or decoration can be changed by changing the table selected to determine the variation pattern. It has been described that the variable display time of the symbol is shortened. In addition to this, a plurality of types of small hits are provided when the special figure display result is “small hits”, and the degree to which the variable display time is shortened varies depending on which of the small hit types is determined. You may do it. As an example, small hit A and small hit B are provided as small hit types when the special figure display result is “small hit”, and when small hit A is determined, the small hit B is determined. The average variable display time may be shortened by increasing the ratio of the variable display time determined to be shorter than the case.

  In addition, the device configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 1, the data configuration, the processing shown in the flowchart, and the various display operations including the display operation of the display image in the display area of the image display device 5 do not depart from the spirit of the invention. Changes and modifications can be arbitrarily made within the range. In addition, the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to a payout type gaming machine that pays out a predetermined number of prize balls in response to detection of a winning ball, but responds to detection of a winning ball by enclosing the gaming ball. It can also be applied to enclosed game machines that give points.

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

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

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 ... Pachinko machine 4A, 4B ... Special symbol display device 5 ... Image display device 6A ... Normal winning ball device 6B ... Normal variable winning ball device 7 ... Special variable winning ball device 8L, 8R ... Speaker 9 ... Game effect lamp 11 ... Main board 12 ... Production control board 20 ... Normal symbol display device 21 ... Gate switch 22A ... First start port switch 22B ... Second start port switch 23 ... Count switch 28 ... Production button 54 ... Opening / closing door solenoid 55 ... General Electric Solenoid 60 ... Grand prize opening 61 ... Grand prize opening doors 81, 91 ... CPU
82, 92 ... ROM
83, 93 ... RAM
DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 100 ... Game control microcomputer 120 ... Production control microcomputer 121 ... Display control part 122 ... Sound control part 123 ... Lamp control part

Claims (1)

A gaming machine that performs variable display and controls it to an advantageous state advantageous to the player,
Advantageous state determining random number generating means for generating an advantageous state determining random number for determining whether or not to control to the advantageous state;
A variable display determination random number generating means for generating a variable display determination random number for determining a variable display pattern;
Extraction means for extracting the advantageous state determination random number and the variable display determination random number;
Reservation storage means for storing the advantageous state determination random number extracted by the extraction means and the variable display determination random number as reservation storage;
Determining means for determining whether to control to the advantageous state using the random number for determining the advantageous state;
Variable based on the determination result by the determination unit, the number of reserved storage in the storage unit when starting variable display, the value of the variable display determination random number extracted by the extraction unit, and the determination value Variable display pattern determining means for determining a display pattern;
Variable display executing means for executing variable display based on the determination result of the variable display pattern determining means;
A determination unit that determines whether or not a specific variable display pattern is obtained based on the value of the variable display determination random number extracted by the extraction unit and the determination value before the determination by the variable display pattern determination unit; ,
When it is determined by the determination means that the specific variable display pattern is obtained, the specific effect means capable of executing the specific effect before the variable display that is the determination target is started;
A specific effect limiting means for limiting the execution of the specific effect;
At least some of the determination values corresponding to the specific variable display pattern are set to the same determination value regardless of the number of reserved memories in the reserved storage means when starting variable display,
The determination means determines whether or not a specific variable display pattern is obtained by determining whether or not the value of the random number for determining variable display extracted by the extraction means matches the same determination value,
The non-specific variable display pattern different from the specific variable display pattern includes a variable display pattern for shortening the variable display time from the start of variable display compared to the specific variable display pattern until the display result is derived and displayed,
The variable display pattern determining means, when the number of reserved storage in the reserved storage means when starting variable display is a predetermined number or more, compared with the case where the number of reserved storage is less than a predetermined number, A variable display pattern is determined using a determination value in which a large number of determination values corresponding to the variable display pattern for shortening are set,
When at least the number of reserved memories in the reserved storage means is less than a predetermined number, the determination value is common when the number of reserved memories in the reserved storage means is the first stored number and the second stored number. is there,
A gaming machine characterized by that.

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