JP2016202448A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a game machine capable of arousing player's eagerness for a variable display game to be executed after a prescribed state has been produced.SOLUTION: The game machine includes: determination means for determining whether or not to control to an advantageous state and whether or not to control to a prescribed state; variable display pattern determination means for determining any of a plurality of variable display patterns on the basis of a determination result of the determination means; and forenotice performance execution means capable of executing a plurality of forenotice performances for foretelling a possibility to be controlled to an advantageous state on the basis of the determination result of the determination means. When specific variable display pattern determination data are selected after termination of the prescribed state, the variable display pattern determination means determines a variable display pattern with a special performance at a higher ratio than that in a case where the specific variable display pattern determination data are not selected. The forenotice performance execution means restricts execution of a forenotice performance, a reliability of which is a prescribed value or more, out of the plurality of forenotice performances.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 11

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine that performs variable display and can be controlled to an advantageous state advantageous to a player.

  As a gaming machine, when a game medium such as a game ball is launched into a game area by a launching device, and the game medium wins a prize area such as a prize opening provided in the game area and a start condition is satisfied, a plurality of types of identification are made. Information is variably displayed on the variable display device (hereinafter also referred to as “variable” or “variable display”), and whether or not a predetermined game value is given is determined according to the display result. There is a pachinko machine that has improved In such a pachinko gaming machine, when the stop symbol form when the variable display of the display symbol in the variable display game is completely stopped becomes the specific display aspect, the player is in an advantageous state (big hit game state). For example, a pachinko gaming machine that has been in a big hit gaming state has a special electric accessory called a big prize opening or an attacker opened, and a state in which it is extremely easy for a player to win a game ball continuously for a certain period of time. provide.

  As such a gaming machine, there is a gaming machine that switches a variation pattern determination table (variation pattern determination data) used for determining a variation pattern to a specific variation pattern determination table when a small hit occurs (for example, a patent) Reference 1).

JP 2011-103964 A

  However, in the gaming machine disclosed in Patent Document 1, by using a specific variation pattern determination table after a small hit occurs, for example, when the super-reach execution frequency increases, the super-reach reliability decreases. There is a possibility that the game motivation cannot be improved for the variable display game executed after the small hit occurs.

  The present invention has been made in view of the above circumstances, and an object of the present invention is to provide a gaming machine capable of improving the game motivation for a variable display game executed after a predetermined state occurs.

(1) In order to achieve the above object, a gaming machine according to the present invention provides:
A gaming machine (for example, a pachinko game) that can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a big hit gaming state) advantageous to the player and a predetermined state (for example, a small hit gaming state) different from the advantageous state by performing variable display Machine 1 etc.)
State control means (for example, the CPU 103 that does not execute the process of setting or resetting the probability variation flag or the time reduction flag in the process of step S120) that continues the gaming state before the predetermined state after the predetermined state ends;
Determining means (for example, the CPU 103 that executes the process of step S240) for determining whether to control to the advantageous state and whether to control to the predetermined state;
Based on the determination result of the determination means, variable display pattern determination data selection means for selecting one of a plurality of variable display pattern determination data for determining a variable display pattern for variable display (for example, steps S263 and S266). , CPU 103 that executes the process of S268),
Based on the determination result of the determining means, variable display pattern determining means for determining one of a plurality of variable display patterns using the variable display pattern determining data selected by the variable display pattern determining data selecting means ( For example, the CPU 103 that executes the process of step S276)
Based on the determination result of the determining means, a notice effect executing means capable of executing a plurality of notice effects for notifying the possibility of being controlled to the advantageous state (for example, an effect control CPU 120 that executes the process of step S559). And comprising
The variable display pattern determination data selection means, after the predetermined state ends, the specific variable display pattern determination data (for example, the variation patterns shown in FIGS. 14A to 14D) of the plurality of variable display pattern determination data. (E.g., CPU 103 that executes the processes of steps S261 and S269 to 275).
When the specific variable display pattern determination data is selected,
The variable display pattern determination means determines a variable display pattern with a special effect at a higher rate than when the specific variable display pattern determination data is not selected (for example, determination of a loss specific variation pattern in FIG. 14D). A determination ratio higher than the determination ratio allocated to the variation patterns PA2-2 and PA2-3 in the loss variation pattern determination table of FIG. 13D is allocated to the variation patterns PA2-2 and PA2-3 in the table. Etc.)
The notice effect execution means restricts execution of the notice effect whose reliability is a predetermined value or more among the plurality of notice effects (for example, group notice and battle notice in the notice effect execution determination table of FIG. 38B). A determination ratio lower than the determination ratio allocated in the notice effect execution determination table of FIG. 38A is allocated to “execution performed” when the variable display result corresponding to each is “losing”. Etc.),
It is characterized by that.

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the reliability of these announcement effects from being lowered after being controlled to a predetermined state by reducing the execution frequency of the announcement effects whose reliability is a predetermined value or more.

(2) In the gaming machine of (1) above,
After completion of the predetermined state, the gaming state is a low probability state as a normal state (for example, a non-probability variation state), or a probability that the determining means determines to control to the advantageous state is the low probability state. Regardless of whether it is a higher probability state (for example, probability variation state, etc.) or higher, it is controlled to a common performance mode (for example, latent mode) in which the common performance is executed.
You may do it.

  According to such a configuration, regardless of whether the gaming state is a high-probability state or a low-probability state, it is controlled to the common performance mode, so that the interest of the game can be improved.

(3) In the above gaming machine (1) or (2),
When the specific variable display pattern determination data is selected, it is compared with the case where the specific variable display pattern determination data is not selected among variable display patterns with special effects (for example, variation patterns with super reach effects). Thus, there is a variable display pattern whose execution frequency does not improve (for example, the fluctuation pattern PA2-4 in the loss fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 13D and the loss specific fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 14D). The same decision value is assigned to the variation pattern PA2-4),
You may do it.

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to maintain the reliability of the variable display pattern with a special effect.

(4) In the gaming machine of (2) above,
The variable display pattern determination means determines a variable display pattern using the specific variable display pattern determination data for a predetermined period after the end of the common effect mode (for example, executes the processes of steps S261 and S269 to 275). CPU103 etc.),
You may do it.

  According to such a configuration, game motivation can be maintained even after the common performance mode has ended.

It is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in the present embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows examples, such as various control boards mounted in the pachinko gaming machine. It is a figure showing an example of main production control commands. 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 figure which shows random number values MR1-3. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a special figure holding | maintenance memory | storage part. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a random value determination process at the time of winning. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol normal process. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a special figure display result determination table and a jackpot classification determination table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a fluctuation pattern setting process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the structural example of a fluctuation pattern. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the fluctuation pattern determination table according to a variable display result. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the specific variation pattern determination table according to the variable display result used in a specific variation period. It is a figure for demonstrating the example of a setting of the decision value of a fluctuation pattern. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol stop process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a specific fluctuation period setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a command analysis process. It is a figure which shows the example of a structure, such as a command buffer at the time of a start winning prize. It is explanatory drawing explaining an example of the effect control command received by the effect control board side, and the processing content performed in a command analysis process according to the received effect control command. It is a flowchart which shows an example of production control process processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a pending | holding display setting process. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a special display change effect execution determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a display mode change pattern determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a display mode change pattern determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a special display change gasse effect execution decision table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of the special display change gasset effect execution timing determination table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a specific period setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a variable display start setting process. It is a transition diagram of effect mode. It is a flowchart which shows an example of production mode setting processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a notice effect execution decision process. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a notice effect execution decision table. It is a figure which shows the example effect image of each notice effect. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the production process during variable display. It is a figure which shows the example of an effect image in case a special display change effect is performed. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a special display change gasse effect execution decision table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a notice effect execution decision table.

  Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention will be described 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”) that are a plurality of types of identification information (special identification information) that can be identified are displayed variably (variably displayed). 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. Thereafter, the confirmed special symbol is stopped and displayed as a variable display result in the special figure game. The confirmed special symbol may be different from the special symbol displayed during variable display.

  The special symbols displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B are limited to those composed of numbers indicating "0" to "9", symbols indicating "-", and the like. For example, a plurality of types of lighting patterns (a pattern in which all LEDs are appropriately turned off may be included as a lighting pattern) in which a combination of an LED to be turned on and a light to be turned off in a 7-segment LED are different from each other What is necessary is just to be preset as a special symbol. Hereinafter, the special symbol variably displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A is also referred to as "first special symbol", and the special symbol variably displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B is also referred to as "second special symbol". .

  An image display device 5 is provided near the center of the game area on the game board 2, and a sub-image display device 5S having a display area smaller than that of the image display device 5 is provided below the image display device 5. The image display device 5 and the sub image display device 5S are composed of, for example, an LCD (liquid crystal display device) or the like, and form a display area for displaying various effect images. On the screen of the image display device 5, in response to the variable display of the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A and the variable display of the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 4B in the special symbol game. For example, in a decorative symbol display area serving as a plurality of variable display units such as three, decorative symbols that are a plurality of types of identification information (decorative identification information) that can be identified are variably displayed. This variable display of decorative designs is also included in the variable display game.

  As an example, “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R are arranged on the screen of the image display device 5. And in response to the start of one of the changes in the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol in the second special symbol display device 4B in the special symbol game, In the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, variation of decorative symbols (for example, vertical scroll display) is started. Thereafter, when the fixed special symbol is stopped and displayed as a variable display result in the special symbol game, the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the image display device 5 are displayed. Then, the finalized decorative symbol (final stop symbol) that is the variable display result of the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed. Note that the confirmed decorative design may be different from the decorative design displayed during variable display. For example, a decorative pattern other than the scrolled decorative pattern may be a confirmed decorative pattern. In addition, each of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas can be moved within the display area of the image display device 5 so that the decorative symbols can be displayed in a reduced or enlarged manner. Also good.

  As described above, on the screen of the image display device 5, the special symbol game (also referred to as the first special symbol game) using the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B. In synchronism with the special figure game using the second special figure (also referred to as the second special figure game), a variable display of a plurality of types of decorative patterns that can be distinguished from each other is performed, and a fixed decorative pattern that is a variable display result is displayed Derived display (or simply referred to as “derivation”). Note that, for example, various display symbols such as special symbols and decorative symbols are derived and displayed by stopping display of identification information such as decorative symbols (also referred to as complete stop display or final stop display) and terminating variable display. is there. 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 stopped and displayed, and for example, a display state that causes slight shaking or expansion / contraction may occur. Such a display state is also called a temporary stop display, and although the display result in the variable display is not displayed deterministically, the player can recognize that the variation of the decorative pattern due to the scroll display or the update display is not progressing. It becomes. The temporary stop display may include displaying the decorative symbols completely stopped for a time shorter than a predetermined time (for example, 1 second) without causing slight shaking or expansion / contraction.

  On the screen of the image display device 5, a first hold display unit 5HL, a second hold display unit 5HR, and an active display unit AHA are arranged. The 1st reservation display part 5HL displays the 1st special figure reservation memory number so that identification is possible. The number of first special figure hold memory is the number of variable display hold corresponding to the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A. The 2nd reservation display part 5HR displays the 2nd special figure reservation memory number so that identification is possible. The second special figure holding memory number is the variable display holding number corresponding to the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B. The variable display suspension corresponding to the special game is such that the game ball passes (enters) 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. It occurs based on the start winning by doing. That is, the start condition (also referred to as “execution condition”) for executing a variable display game such as a special figure game or a variable display of decorative symbols has been established, but a variable display game based on the previously established start condition is being executed. When the start condition that allows the start of the variable display game is not satisfied due to the fact that the pachinko gaming machine 1 is controlled to the big hit gaming state, the variable display corresponding to the established start condition is suspended. Done.

  For example, when a first start prize that causes a game ball to pass (enter) the first start prize opening is generated, the start condition of the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A (first start condition) ) Is satisfied, if the first start condition for starting the special figure game using the first special figure based on the establishment of the first start condition is not satisfied, the first special figure holding storage number is 1. Addition (increment) is made, and execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is suspended. In addition, when the second start winning that the game ball passes (enters) through the second start winning opening is generated, the start condition of the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B (second start condition) ) Is established, if the second start condition for starting the special figure game using the second special figure based on the establishment of the second start condition is not established, the second special figure holding memory number is 1. Addition (increment) is made, and execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is suspended. On the other hand, when the execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is started, the hold data (holding memory) is digested, the first special figure holding memory number is decremented by 1 (decrement), and the second When the execution of the special figure game using the special figure is started, the hold data (hold memory) is digested, and the second special figure hold memory number is decremented by 1 (decrement). If the first special figure holding storage number reaches a predetermined upper limit (for example, “4”) when the first start winning is generated, the first starting condition is not satisfied, and the start winning is determined. The special figure game based on it may be invalidated and only the payout of prize balls may be performed. Also, if the second special figure holding storage number reaches a predetermined upper limit (for example, “4”) when the second start winning is generated, the second starting condition is not satisfied, and the start winning is determined. The special figure game based on it may be invalidated and only the payout of prize balls may be performed.

  The variable special display reserved memory number obtained by adding the first special figure reserved memory number and the second special figure reserved memory number is also referred to as a total reserved 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. , A concept including the first special figure reserved memory number and the second special figure reserved memory number while excluding the total reserved memory number).

  In the first hold display section 5HL, a hold display corresponding to the hold storage of the special figure game using the first special figure is performed. The first hold display unit 5HL only needs to be configured so that the first hold display is performed right-justified, for example. The first hold display section 5HL is provided with four display parts corresponding to “4” which is the upper limit value of the first special figure hold memory number, and hold numbers “1”, “2”, “3” in order from the right end. ”And“ 4 ”. When the number of holds of the special figure game using the first special figure increases due to the establishment of the first start condition, if there is no other first hold display in the first hold display part 5HL, the hold on the first hold display part 5HL At the rightmost display portion corresponding to the number “1”, a new first hold display is added as a hold display corresponding to the incremented first special figure hold memory number. If there is another first hold display in the first hold display portion 5HL, a new first hold display is hidden on the left side of the display part where the other first hold display is performed. It is added to the part (corresponding to any of the holding numbers “2” to “4”). When there is a plurality of first hold displays in the first hold display section 5HL, and when a special figure game using the first special figure is started due to establishment of a new first start condition, the first hold display section 5HL While deleting (digesting) the first hold display in the rightmost display portion corresponding to the hold number “1”, each of the first hold display in the display portion corresponding to the other hold numbers “2” to “4” Move (shift) in the direction (right side) of the erased display area.

  In the second hold display section 5HR, a hold display corresponding to the hold storage of the special figure game using the second special figure is performed. The second hold display unit 5HR may be configured to perform the second hold display with left justification, for example. The second hold display portion 5HR is provided with four display parts corresponding to the upper limit value “4” of the second special figure hold memory number, and hold numbers “1”, “2”, “3” in order from the left end. ”And“ 4 ”. When the number of holdings of the special figure game using the second special figure increases due to the establishment of the second start condition, if there is no other second holding display in the second holding display part 5HR, the holding in the second holding display part 5HR At the leftmost display portion corresponding to the number “1”, a new second hold display is added as a hold display corresponding to the incremented second special figure hold memory number. If there is another second hold display in the second hold display portion 5HR, a new second hold display is hidden on the right side of the display part where the other second hold display is performed. It is added to the part (corresponding to any of the holding numbers “2” to “4”). When there is a plurality of second hold indications in the second hold display portion 5HR, when a special game using the second special drawing is started due to the establishment of a new second start condition, the second hold display portion 5HR While deleting (digesting) the second hold display in the leftmost display part corresponding to the hold number “1”, each of the second hold display in the display part corresponding to the other hold numbers “2” to “4” Move (shift) in the direction (left side) of the erased display area.

  The active display unit AHA displays the same effect image as the hold display or a different effect image corresponding to the variable display being executed. The display in the active display section AHA is referred to as active display (also referred to as variable display compatible display, digestion display, or current display). In the active display unit AHA, for example, in response to the start of the special game using the first special figure when the first start condition is established, the first display unit 5HL erased (digested) the first special game. 1 Active display corresponding to the hold display is performed. Further, in the active display area AHA, for example, in response to the start of the special figure game using the second special figure by the establishment of the second start condition, the active display part AHA is erased (digested) in the second hold display part 5HR. The active display corresponding to the second hold display is performed. The first hold display, the second hold display, and the active display only need to have colors and patterns in common. For example, the active display is displayed larger than the first hold display or the second hold display. It may be. Further, the display mode of the active display may be changed to a display mode different from the display mode of the first hold display or the second hold display by executing the active display change effect.

  In the display area of the sub-image display device 5S shown in FIG. 1, an active display unit AHA is arranged between the first hold display unit 5HL and the second hold display unit 5HR. On the other hand, the active display unit AHA is not limited to the one arranged between the first hold display unit 5HL and the second hold display unit 5HR, and is arranged at an arbitrary position in the display area of the image display device 5. It only has to be. Further, the arrangement of the first hold display section 5HL and the second hold display section 5HR can be arbitrarily changed. For example, the first hold display section 5HL and the second hold display section 5HR may be replaced with each other.

  In addition to the first hold display section 5HL and the second hold display section 5HR, or instead of the first hold display section 5HL and the second hold display section 5HR, a display device for displaying the number of special figure hold memories may be provided. Good. In the example shown in FIG. 1, together with the first hold display unit 5HL and the second hold display unit 5HR, the number of special figure hold memories can be specified at the top of the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B. A first hold indicator 25A and a second hold indicator 25B for displaying are provided. The first hold indicator 25A displays the first special figure hold memory number so that it can be specified. The second hold indicator 25B displays the second special figure hold memory number so that it can be specified. Each of the first hold indicator 25A and the second hold indicator 25B has, for example, a number (for example, “4”) corresponding to an upper limit value (for example, “4”) in each of the first special figure hold memory number and the second special figure hold memory number. For example, four LEDs are included. Here, the first special figure reserved memory number and the second special figure reserved memory number are displayed according to the number of lighted LEDs.

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

  As an example, in the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B, the movable wing piece is in the vertical position when the solenoid 81 for the ordinary electric accessory is in the off state, so that the game ball passes (enters) the second start winning opening. Do not close. On the other hand, in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B, the movable wing piece is in the tilting position when the solenoid 81 for the normal electric accessory is in the on state, so that the game ball passes (enters) the second start winning opening. ) Make it open. Note that the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is normally opened when the solenoid 81 is in the off state, and the game ball can enter the second start winning opening, while the expanded opening state when the solenoid 81 is in the on state. Alternatively, the game ball may be configured to be difficult to pass (enter). Thus, the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B has the first variable state (passing (entry) easy state) such as an open state or an enlarged open state in which the game ball can pass (enter) through the second start winning port, and the game ball. Can be changed to a second variable state (a state in which passage (entry) is difficult (including impossibility of passage (entry))) such as a closed state where passage (entry) is impossible or a normal open state where passage (entry) is difficult Has been. The first variable state may be a state in which the game ball is easier to pass (enter) the second start winning opening than the second variable state.

  The game ball that has entered the first start winning opening formed in the normal winning ball apparatus 6A is detected by, for example, the first start opening switch 22A shown in FIG. The game ball that has entered the second start winning opening formed in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B is detected by, for example, the second start opening switch 22B shown in FIG. Based on the detection of the game ball by the first start port switch 22A, a predetermined number (for example, three) of game balls are paid out as prize balls (prize game media), and the first special figure holding memory number is predetermined. Is less than the upper limit (for example, “4”), the first start condition is satisfied. Based on the detection of the game ball by the second start port switch 22B, a predetermined number (for example, three) of game balls are paid out as prize balls, and the second special figure holding memory number is less than a predetermined upper limit value. If so, the second start condition is satisfied.

  The number of prize balls to be paid out based on the detection of the game ball by the first start port switch 22A and the number of prize balls to be paid out based on the detection of the game ball by the second start port switch 22B. May be the same number or different numbers. The pachinko gaming machine 1 may be one that directly pays out game balls that are prize balls, or may be one that gives a score corresponding to the number of game balls that are prize balls.

  A special variable winning ball device 7 is provided below the normal winning ball device 6A and the normal variable winning ball device 6B. The special variable winning ball apparatus 7 includes a special winning opening door that is opened and closed by a solenoid 82 for the special winning opening door shown in FIG. As a big prize opening.

  As an example, in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, when the solenoid 82 for the big prize opening door is in the off state, the big winning opening door closes the big winning opening and the game ball enters the big winning opening (for example, Cannot pass). On the other hand, in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, when the solenoid 82 for the special prize opening door is in the ON state, the special prize opening door opens the big prize opening, so that the game ball can easily enter the special prize opening. Become. In this way, the special winning opening as the specific area changes into an open state in which a game ball can easily enter and is advantageous for the player, and a closed state in which the game ball cannot enter and is disadvantageous for the player. In addition, instead of the closed state where the game ball cannot enter the big prize opening, or in addition to the closed state, a partially opened state where the game ball is difficult to enter the big prize opening may be provided.

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

  A normal symbol display 20 is provided at a predetermined position of the game board 2 (on the left side of the game area in the example shown in FIG. 1). As an example, the normal symbol display 20 is composed of 7 segments, dot matrix LEDs, and the like, like the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B. An ordinary symbol (also called “ordinary diagram” or “ordinary diagram”) that is identification information is displayed variably (variably displayed). Such variable display of normal symbols is called a general game (also referred to as “normal game”). Above the normal symbol display 20, a universal figure holding display 25 </ b> C is provided. For example, the reserved display 25C is configured to include four LEDs, and is formed in a game area such that a pass gate 41 (a game ball can be passed by a predetermined member). 2 shows the number of ordinary reserved memories as the number of effective passing balls that have passed (detected by two gate switches 21).

  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, there is a single or a plurality of general winning openings that are always kept open by a predetermined ball receiving member. It may be provided. In this case, a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls may be paid out as prize balls based on the fact that a game ball that has entered one of the general prize openings is detected by a predetermined general prize ball switch. . In the lowermost part of the game area, there is provided an out port through which game balls that have not entered any winning port are taken.

  Speakers 8L and 8R for reproducing and outputting sound effects and the like are provided at the left and right upper positions of the gaming machine frame 3, and a game effect lamp 9 is provided at the periphery of the game area. A decorative LED may be arranged around each structure (for example, the normal winning ball device 6A, the normal variable winning ball device 6B, the special variable winning ball device 7, etc.) in the game area of the pachinko gaming machine 1. . At the lower right position of the gaming machine frame 3, there is provided a hitting operation handle (operation knob) operated by a player or the like to launch a game ball as a game medium toward the game area. For example, the hitting operation handle adjusts the resilience of the game ball according to the operation amount (rotation amount) by the player or the like.

  At a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the gaming area, a game ball paid out as a prize ball or a game ball lent out by a predetermined ball lending machine is held (stored) so as to be supplied to a ball hitting device. )) Is provided. Below the gaming machine frame 3, there is provided a lower plate that holds (stores) surplus balls overflowing from the upper plate so as to be discharged to the outside of the pachinko gaming machine 1.

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

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

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

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

  The main board 11 is a main-side control board on which various circuits for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 are mounted. The main board 11 is mainly directed to a sub-side control board composed of a random number setting function used in a special figure game, a function of receiving a signal from a switch or the like disposed at a predetermined position, and an effect control board 12 and the like. It has a function of outputting and transmitting a control command (such as an effect control command described later) as an example of information as a control signal, a function of outputting various information to a hall management computer, and the like. In addition, the main board 11 performs lighting / extinguishing control of each LED (for example, segment LED) constituting the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B to perform the first special symbol and the second special symbol. Variable display of a predetermined display pattern such as control of variable display of the figure, or control of normal symbol variable display by the normal symbol display 20 by turning on / off / coloring control of the normal symbol display 20 It also has a function to control. The main board 11 also has a function of controlling the first hold indicator 25A, the second hold indicator 25B, the universal hold indicator 25C, etc., and displaying various reserved memory numbers.

  On the main board 11, for example, a game control microcomputer 100, a switch circuit 110, a solenoid circuit 111, and the like are mounted. The switch circuit 110 takes in detection signals (detection signals indicating that the passage or entry of game media has been detected (the switch is turned on)) from various switches for detecting game balls, and the game control microcomputer 100. Transmit to. The solenoid circuit 111 receives a solenoid drive signal (for example, a signal for turning on the solenoid 81 or the solenoid 82) from the game control microcomputer 100, a solenoid 81 for a normal electric accessory, or a solenoid for a grand prize opening door. 82.

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

  The sound control board 13 is a control board for sound output control provided separately from the effect control board 12, and based on a signal (sound effect signal) from the effect control board 12, the sound (effect) is output from the speakers 8L and 8R. A processing circuit for executing sound signal processing for outputting sound (sound designated by a sound signal) is mounted. The lamp control board 14 is a control board for lamp output control provided separately from the effect control board 12, and based on a signal (electric decoration signal) from the effect control board 12, the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED A lamp driver circuit or the like that performs lighting / extinguishing driving (lighting / extinguishing according to the drive content indicated by the electrical signal) is mounted.

  As shown in FIG. 2, detection signals from various switches such as a gate switch 21, a start port switch (first start port switch 22 </ b> A and second start port switch 22 </ b> B), and a count switch 23 are transmitted to the main board 11. Wiring is connected. In addition, various switches should just have arbitrary structures which can detect the game ball | bowl as game media like what is called a sensor, for example. Further, the main board 11 is connected with wiring for transmitting a command signal for performing display control, such as the first special symbol display device 4A, the second special symbol display device 4B, and the normal symbol display device 20. The main board 11 is connected to a wiring for transmitting a solenoid drive signal for driving the solenoid 81 for the ordinary electric accessory and the solenoid 82 for the special prize opening door.

  A control signal (control command) transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 is relayed by the relay board 15. The control command transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 via the relay board 15 is, for example, an effect control command transmitted as an electrical signal. All the presentation control commands have, for example, a 2-byte structure, the first byte indicates MODE (command classification), and the second byte indicates EXT (command type). The first bit (bit 7) of the MODE data is always set to “1” and the first bit of the EXT data may be set to “0” in advance.

  The game control microcomputer 100 mounted on the main board 11 is, for example, a one-chip microcomputer, and includes a ROM (Read Only Memory) 101 for storing a game control program, fixed data, and the like, and a game control microcomputer. Random Access Memory (RAM) 102 that provides a work area, a CPU (Central Processing Unit) 103 that executes a game control program to perform control operations, and updates numeric data that represents random numbers independently of the CPU 103 And a random number circuit 104 that performs an I / O (Input / Output port) 105.

  As an example, in the game control microcomputer 100, the CPU 103 executes a program read from the ROM 101, thereby realizing a process for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 (for example, the function of the main board 11 is realized). For example). At this time, the CPU 103 reads fixed data from the ROM 101, the CPU 103 writes various fluctuation data to the RAM 102 and temporarily stores the fluctuation data, and the CPU 103 temporarily stores the various fluctuation data. The CPU 103 receives the input of various signals from outside the game control microcomputer 100 via the I / O 105, and the CPU 103 goes outside the game control microcomputer 100 via the I / O 105. A transmission operation for outputting various signals is also performed.

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

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

  In addition to the game control program, the ROM 101 provided in the game control microcomputer 100 stores various selection data and table data used to control the progress of the game. For example, the ROM 101 stores data constituting a plurality of determination tables, determination tables, setting tables and the like prepared for the CPU 103 to perform various determinations, determinations, and settings. Further, the ROM 101 has table data constituting a plurality of command transmission tables used for the CPU 103 to transmit control signals serving as various control commands from the main board 11, and a variation pattern table storing a plurality of types of variation patterns. The table data etc. which comprise are memorize | stored.

  Various data (including various flags, counters, timers, etc.) used for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 are temporarily stored in the RAM 102 provided in the game control microcomputer 100 so as to be rewritable. The RAM 102 is a backup RAM as a non-volatile storage means, part or all of which is backed up by a backup power source created on the power supply board. That is, for example, even if there is a power failure or the like, the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stopped (even if there is a so-called power interruption), the capacitor as the backup power supply is discharged and the backup power supply supplies the power Until it is disabled, some or all of the contents of RAM 102 are preserved. In particular, at least data corresponding to the game state, that is, the control state of the game control means (such as a special symbol process flag) and data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls are stored in the backup RAM. The data stored in the backup RAM and backed up in this way is appropriately referred to as backup data.

  The I / O 105 includes, for example, an input port to which various signals are input from the outside of the game control microcomputer 100 and an output port for transmitting various signals to the outside of the game control microcomputer 100. The

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

  As an example, in the effect control board 12, the effect control CPU 120 executes the effect control program read from the ROM 121, thereby controlling the effect operation by the effect electric component (predetermined to the effect electric component). A process for realizing a function for executing the rendering operation) is executed. At this time, the effect control CPU 120 reads the fixed data from the ROM 121, the effect control CPU 120 writes the various data to the RAM 122 and temporarily stores them, and the effect control CPU 120 stores the effect data in the RAM 122. Fluctuation data reading operation for reading out various fluctuation data temporarily stored, the reception control CPU 120 for receiving the input of various signals from the outside of the presentation control board 12 via the I / O 125, and the presentation control CPU 120 for I / O A transmission operation for outputting various signals to the outside of the effect control board 12 via O125 is also performed.

  The effect control CPU 120, the ROM 121, and the RAM 122 may be included in a one-chip effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board 12. In the effect control board 12, wiring for transmitting a video signal to the image display device 5, wiring for transmitting a sound effect signal as an information signal indicating sound number data to the sound control board 13, Wiring for transmitting an electrical decoration signal as an information signal indicating lamp data is connected to the lamp control board 14. Furthermore, on the effect control board 12, wiring for transmitting from the controller sensor unit 35A an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the player's operation action on the stick controller 31A has been detected, and a game for the push button 31B. Wiring for transmitting from the push sensor 35B an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the user's operation action has been detected is also connected.

  In the effect control board 12, for example, the random number circuit 124 or the like counts numerical data indicating various random values used for controlling the effect operation in an updatable manner. The random number used for controlling such a production operation is also called a production random number. As an example, on the side of the effect control board 12, it is possible to count numerical data indicating random values for determining various effects such as a random number for determining a stop symbol in a variable display of decorative symbols, and a random value for determining a notice effect. Controlled.

  In addition to the effect control program, the ROM 121 mounted on the effect control board 12 shown in FIG. 2 stores various data tables used for controlling the effect operation. For example, the ROM 121 includes a plurality of determination tables prepared for the effect control CPU 120 to perform various determinations, determinations, and settings, table data configuring the determination table, pattern data configuring various effect control patterns, and the like. It is remembered. The effect control pattern is a collection of data for executing various effects such as variable display of decorative symbols and reach effects, for example, effect control execution data (display) associated with a determination value such as a process timer determination value. Control data, sound control data, lamp control data, etc.) and process data including an end code.

  The RAM 122 mounted on the effect control board 12 stores various data (including various flags, counters, timers, etc.) used for controlling the effect operation. Since the RAM 122 is not a backup RAM, the stored data is lost when power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stopped (that is, when there is a power interruption).

  The display control unit 123 mounted on the effect control board 12 is based on a display control command or the like from the effect control CPU 120 (for example, the display control unit 123 is controlled by the effect control CPU 120 by this command), and the image The control content of the display operation in the display device 5 is determined and executed. For example, the display control unit 123 causes the image display device 5 to perform variable display of decorative symbols and various types of effect display by determining the switching timing of the effect image to be displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5. Control. As an example, the display control unit 123 may be equipped with a VDP (Video Display Processor), a CGROM (Character Generator ROM), a VRAM (Video RAM), an LCD drive circuit, and the like. The VDP may be a graphics processing unit (GPU), a graphics controller LSI (GCL), or a microprocessor for image processing, more commonly referred to as a digital signal processor (DSP). The CGROM may be, for example, a non-rewritable semiconductor memory, a rewritable semiconductor memory such as a flash memory, or a non-volatile recording medium such as a magnetic memory or an optical memory. Any configuration may be used.

  The I / O 125 mounted on the effect control board 12 includes, for example, an input port for capturing an effect control command transmitted from the main board 11 and the like, and an output for transmitting various signals to the outside of the effect control board 12. Port. For example, from the output port of the I / O 125, a video signal transmitted to the image display device 5, a sound effect signal transmitted to the audio control board 13, an electric decoration signal transmitted to the lamp control board 14, etc. Is output.

  With the configuration as described above, the effect control CPU 120 controls the speakers 8L and 8R via the sound control board 13 to output sound, the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED via the lamp control board 14 and the like. Various effects are executed by performing lighting / extinguishing driving at, or displaying effect images in the display area of the image display device 5 via the display control unit 123.

  In the pachinko gaming machine 1, a predetermined game using a game ball as a game medium is performed, and a predetermined game value can be given based on the game result. The game value given in the gaming machine is directly payout of a game ball to be a prize ball or a score equivalent to this. The record information of the game balls and the score corresponding to the number of the game balls may be any value that can be exchanged for special prizes or general prizes according to the quantity. Alternatively, these game balls and score recording information may not be exchanged for special prizes or general prizes, but may have valuable value that can be used for a second game on a gaming machine.

  In addition, the gaming value that can be given in the gaming machine is not limited to paying out a gaming ball as a winning ball or giving a score. For example, it is controlled to a big hit gaming state or a special gaming state such as a probability change state. The maximum number of rounds that can be executed in the big hit gaming state becomes the first round number (for example, “15”) that is larger than the second round number (for example, “2”), and is executed in the short-time state. The upper limit number of possible variable displays is a first number (for example, “100”) larger than the second number (for example, “50”), and the big hit probability in the probability variation state is the second probability (for example, 1/50). Higher than the first probability (for example, 1/20), and the number of consecutive chunks, which is the number of times of repeated control to the big hit gaming state without being controlled to the normal state, is the second consecutive number of chunks (for example, “5 More than First communication Chang number (e.g., "10"), such as part or all of it to be, it may include be a more favorable game situation for the player.

  As an example of a game using a game ball, a predetermined hit ball is based on a predetermined operation (for example, a rotation operation) performed by a player on a hitting operation handle installed on the lower right side of the front surface of the housing of the pachinko gaming machine 1. A game ball as a game medium is launched toward a game area by a launch motor provided in the launch device. When the game ball that has flowed down the game area enters the first start winning opening (first start area) formed in the normal winning ball apparatus 6A, the game ball is detected by the first start opening switch 22A shown in FIG. (The first start port switch 22A is turned on) or the like is satisfied. Thereafter, for example, a special game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A based on the fact that the first start condition is satisfied, for example, because the previous special figure game or the big hit gaming state has ended. Be started.

  Further, when the game ball passes (enters) the second start winning opening (second start area) formed in the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B, the game ball is detected by the second start opening switch 22B shown in FIG. (The second start port switch 22B is turned on) or the like is satisfied. After that, for example, based on the fact that the second start condition is satisfied due to, for example, the end of the previous special game or the big hit game state, the special game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B is performed. Be started. However, when the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is in the normally open state or closed state as the second variable state, it is difficult or impossible for the game ball to pass (enter) the second starting winning opening.

  Based on the fact that the game ball that has passed through the passage gate 41 is detected by the gate switch 21 shown in FIG. 2 (the gate switch 21 is turned on), the normal symbol display 20 performs variable display of the normal symbol. The usual starting condition for this is established. After that, for example, based on the fact that the general symbol start condition for starting variable symbol normal display, such as the end of the previous general symbol game, is satisfied, the general symbol game on the normal symbol display device 20 is started. . In this ordinary game, when a predetermined time elapses after starting the change of the normal symbol, the fixed normal symbol that is the variable display result of the normal symbol is stopped and displayed (derived display). At this time, if a specific normal symbol (a symbol per ordinary symbol) is stopped and displayed as the fixed ordinary symbol, the variable symbol display result of the ordinary symbol becomes “per ordinary symbol”. On the other hand, if a normal symbol other than the symbols per regular symbol is stopped and displayed as the fixed regular symbol, the variable symbol display result of the regular symbol becomes “ordinary symbol losing”. Corresponding to the fact that the variable symbol display result of the normal symbol is “per standard”, the opening control and the expansion opening control are performed in which the movable wing piece of the electric tulip constituting the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B is tilted. When a predetermined time elapses, closing control or normal opening control for returning to the vertical position is performed. Whether or not the variable symbol display result of the normal symbol is set as “predetermined per symbol” as the predetermined specific display result is determined when the normal symbol game is started by the normal symbol display 20 or the like. Is determined (predetermined) before derivation display.

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

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

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

  For example, a special symbol indicating the numbers “3”, “5”, and “7” is a big hit symbol, a special symbol indicating the number “1” is a small bonus symbol, and a special symbol indicating a symbol “−” is used. Lost design. Each symbol such as a big hit symbol, a small hit symbol, or a lost symbol in the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A is different from each symbol in the special symbol game by the second special symbol display device 4B. Alternatively, a special symbol common to both special symbol games may be a big hit symbol, a small hit symbol, or a lost symbol.

  In the big hit gaming state, the special winning opening is in an open state, and the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is in a first state advantageous to the player. And, in the period until a predetermined period (for example, 29 seconds) or a predetermined number (for example, 9) of game balls enter the grand prize opening and a winning ball is generated, the grand prize opening is continuously opened. A round game (simply called “round”) is executed. During periods other than the execution period of such round games, the big prize opening is closed, and it is difficult or impossible to generate a winning ball. When a game ball enters the grand prize opening, a winning ball (game ball that has entered the big prize opening) is detected by the count switch 23, and a predetermined number (for example, 14) of game balls are awarded as the prize ball for each detection. To be paid out. The round game in the big hit game state is repeatedly executed until a predetermined upper limit number of times (for example, “15”) is reached.

  When the variable display result is “big hit”, the case where the big hit type is “non-probable change”, “probability change”, or “surprise change” is included. For example, as a result of variable display of a special symbol, when the big hit symbol indicating the number “3” is derived and displayed, the big hit type is “non-probable change”, and when the big hit symbol indicating the number “7” is derived and displayed, When the type is “probability change” and the big hit symbol indicating the number “5” is derived and displayed, the big hit type becomes “surprise”. When the jackpot type is “probability change” or “non-probability change”, as a round game in the big hit game state, the special variable winning ball device 7 is in a first state (a big prize opening is in an open state) advantageous to the player. The normal opening round in which the upper limit time to be a predetermined time (for example, a first period such as 29 seconds) is executed a predetermined number of times such as 15 rounds (15 times). On the other hand, when the jackpot type is “surprise”, the upper limit time for the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 to be in the first state (the big winning opening is open) as a round game in the big hit gaming state is relatively short. A short-term open round is executed, which is time (e.g., 0.1 seconds). The big hit game state in which the normal open round is executed is also referred to as a normal open big hit state or a first specific game state. The jackpot gaming state in which the short-term opening round is executed is also referred to as a short-term opening jackpot state or a second specific gaming state.

  In the big hit gaming state when the big hit type is “surprise”, the upper limit time for changing the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 to the first state advantageous to the player in the short-term open round (the big winning opening is opened by the big winning door) The upper limit of the period for setting the open state) is a second period (for example, 0.1 second) shorter than the first period in the normal open round. It should be noted that the same control as when the normal opening round is executed may be performed except that the opening period of the big prize opening is controlled to be the second period in the short-term opening round. Alternatively, when a short-term open round is executed, the number of round games executed is less than the first round number (eg, “15”) that is the number of executions of the normal open round (eg, “15”). 2 "). That is, the jackpot gaming state in which the short-term opening round is executed is changed to the first state in which the game ball is likely to enter the big winning opening in each round game as compared to the jackpot gaming state in which the normal opening round is executed. May be at least one of the second period being shorter than the first period and the second round number being less than the first round number.

  When the short-term opening round is executed, a predetermined number (for example, 14 balls) of balls (prize balls) can be obtained if a game ball wins a big winning opening. However, due to the opening period of the big winning opening being the second period (for example, 0.1 second), there may be a big hit gaming state in which substantially no balls (prize balls) can be obtained.

  The first specific gaming state only needs to have a higher advantage for the player than the second specific gaming state, and the second specific gaming state has a lower advantage for the player than the first specific gaming state. If it is a thing, these aspects should just be an appropriate | suitable thing. The second specific gaming state may not be advantageous to the player.

  When a predetermined small hit symbol is derived and displayed as the variable symbol display result of the special symbol, the variable display result (special symbol display result) is “small hit” and is controlled to the small hit gaming state as the special gaming state. . In this small hit game state, similarly to the short-term open round, the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 performs a variable winning operation in which the large winning opening is set to the open state and changed to the first state advantageous to the player. That is, in the small hit gaming state, for example, the operation of setting the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 to the first state over the second period is repeatedly executed. After the small hit gaming state ends, it is only necessary to maintain the gaming state before the variable display result is “small hit”.

  After the big hit gaming state is ended, the probability that the variable display result is “big hit” (big hit probability) may be controlled to a probability change state where the probability is higher than the normal state. The probability change state is controlled so as to continue until a predetermined probability change end condition such as the start of the next big hit gaming state is satisfied. In addition, after the big hit gaming state is ended, the average variable display time may be controlled to a short state when it becomes shorter than the normal state. The short-time state is a short-time end of either one of a predetermined number of times (in this embodiment, 100 times) variable display (special game) being executed and the next big hit game state being started. It is controlled to continue until the condition is satisfied first. Note that the remaining number of executions of variable display (such as a special figure game) until the time-shutdown condition is satisfied may be referred to as a time-save remaining number. The short-time state and the probability variation state are also advantageous for the player. Note that the big hit gaming state based on “big hit” when the big hit type is “non-probable change” is referred to as “non-probable big hit game state”. Also, the big hit gaming state based on “big hit” when the big hit type is “probable change” is referred to as “probability big hit game state”.

  In the present embodiment, the gaming state after the non-probability big hit gaming state is ended becomes a short-time state but does not become a probable variation state. In the present embodiment, the gaming state after the probability variation big hit gaming state is a short time state and a probability variation state.

  The normal state is a game state other than a state advantageous to the player, such as a specific game state such as a big hit game state, a short-time state, or a probability change state. The probability of “per figure” and the probability that the variable display result in the special figure game will be “big hit” is a predetermined state after the power is turned on (for example, when a system reset is performed as in the case of a system reset). This is the same control as when the return process is not executed.

  In the short time state, the normally variable winning ball device 6B is placed in the first variable state (open state) in an advantageous change mode in which the game ball is likely to enter the second start winning opening than in the non-short time state that is not in the short time state such as the normal state. Alternatively, the state is changed between an enlarged open state and a second variable state (closed state or normal open state). For example, the normal symbol display unit 20 controls the normal symbol change time (normal diagram change time) in the normal symbol game to be shorter than that in the normal state, or the variable symbol display result of the normal symbol in each normal symbol game is “general”. Tilt control time for controlling the tilt of the movable blade piece in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B based on the fact that the probability of “per figure” is higher than that in the normal state, and the variable display result is “per figure”. By making the control longer than that in the normal state and increasing the number of tilts more than in the normal state, the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is changed to the first variable state and the second variable state in an advantageous change mode. Just do it. Note that any one of these controls may be performed, or a plurality of controls may be performed in combination. Thus, the control for changing the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B between the first variable state and the second variable state in an advantageous change mode is referred to as high opening control (also referred to as “time-short control” or “high base control”). Is done. By controlling in such a short time state, the time required until the next variable display result becomes “big hit” is shortened, and a special gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than the normal state is achieved.

  Time-short states are also referred to as “high base state”, “high base”, etc., and game states that are not time-short states are also referred to as “low base state”, “low base”, “non-time-short state”, “non-time-short state”, etc. Is called. The probability variation state in which probability variation control is performed is also referred to as "high probability state", "high probability", etc., and the gaming state that is not the probability variation state is "low probability state", "low probability", "non-probability variation state", "non-probability variation". Is also said. The gaming state when in the probable change state and the short time state is also referred to as “high-accuracy high base state”, “high-accuracy high base”, or the like. The gaming state when the state is in the short-time state without being in the probable change state is also referred to as “low probability high base state”, “low probability high base”, or the like. The gaming state when the probability change state is not the short-time state is also referred to as “highly accurate low base state”, “highly accurate low base”, or the like. The state that cannot be in either the short-time state or the probability variation state, that is, the normal state is also referred to as “low accuracy low base state”, “low accuracy low base”, or the like.

  In the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R provided in the image display device 5, a special symbol game using the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A and In response to the start of any one of the special symbol games using the second special symbol in the second special symbol display device 4B, the decorative symbol variable display is started. The period from the start of variable display of decorative symbols to the end of variable display due to the stop display of the fixed decorative symbols in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R In (variable display period), the decorative symbol variable display mode may be a predetermined reach mode (reach is established).

  Here, the reach mode refers to a decorative design that has not yet been stopped when the decorative design that is stopped and displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 constitutes a part of the jackpot combination ("reach variation design"). Is also a display mode in which the variation continues, or a display mode in which all or part of the decorative symbols change synchronously while constituting all or part of the jackpot combination. Specifically, in some of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R (for example, “left” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R). The remaining decorative symbol display area (for example, “middle”) that has not been stopped yet when the decorative symbol (for example, the decorative symbol indicating the alphanumeric character “7”) constituting the predetermined jackpot combination is stopped and displayed. In the decorative pattern display area 5C, etc.), or in all or part of the display pattern in which the decorative pattern fluctuates, or in the decorative pattern display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of “left”, “middle”, and “right” This is a display mode in which symbols change synchronously while constituting all or part of the jackpot combination.

  During the variable display of the decorative design, a character image (effect image simulating a person) different from the decorative design is displayed on the screen of the image display device 5, a background image is displayed, An effect of reproducing and displaying different moving images is executed. These effects are called effects during variable display together with variable display of decorative symbols. That is, the variable display effect is an effect by an image displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 in accordance with the variable display of the special symbol, and is a concept including the variable symbol display itself. Making the variable display mode a reach mode is one of the effects during variable display. In the variable display effect, in addition to the effect by the image (including the variable display of the decorative pattern itself) displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 along with the variable display of the special symbol, the sound output operation by the speakers 8L and 8R. In addition, effects such as lighting operation (flashing operation) in a light emitter such as the game effect lamp 9 may be included.

  In the variable display effect, a reach effect may be executed. The reach effect is executed in response to the reach mode. Reach effects can be achieved by reducing the fluctuating speed of the decorative pattern, displaying a character image (effect image simulating a person) different from the decorative pattern on the screen of the image display device 5, or changing the display mode of the background image. It is an effect that performs an effect operation different from that before reaching the reach mode, by playing a video that is different from the decorative pattern, or by changing the change mode of the decorative pattern. The reach effect includes not only the display operation in the image display device 5 but also the sound output operation by the speakers 8L and 8R, the lighting operation (flashing operation) in the light emitter such as the game effect lamp 9, and the like. An operation mode different from the previous operation mode may be included. In the present embodiment, normal reach, super reach A, super reach B, and full rotation reach that have different production modes are prepared as reach effects.

  In addition, during the variable display of decorative symbols, unlike the reach effect, the variable display of decorative symbols can indicate the possibility that the variable display status of decorative symbols will reach 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 executed depending on the mode or the like. As an example, it is only necessary that the “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect can be executed during decorative display of the decorative design. It is only necessary to determine whether or not to execute the “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect in response to the change pattern being determined on the main board 11 side.

  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 three times). The number of quasi-continuous fluctuations is displayed for the left, middle, and right decorative symbols, excluding the first variation after all decorative symbols are temporarily suspended after the decorative symbol variable display starts. This is the number of times that the decorative symbols re-variate in all of the areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. As an example, in the variable display effect of “pseudo-continuous”, a plurality of predetermined pseudo-ream chances of special combinations are displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. A decorative symbol that is one of the various types of lost combinations is displayed temporarily. In the temporary stop display, while the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed, the decorative symbol is displayed to the player by, for example, performing a fluctuation display or changing the decorative symbol again immediately after stopping for a short time. What is necessary is just to alert | report that the decoration design which is not decided. Alternatively, even in the temporary stop display, the decorative symbol may be re-fluctuated after the decorative symbol is stopped to such an extent that the player recognizes that the decorative symbol once displayed is confirmed.

  In the “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect, for example, as the number of pseudo-continuous fluctuations (re-variations) increases, the possibility that the variable display result becomes “big hit” increases. Thus, the player can recognize that the “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect is performed by displaying the pseudo-continuous chance temporarily stopped, and the variable display result is increased as the number of pseudo-continuous fluctuations increases. The expectation of becoming a “big hit” is enhanced. In the present embodiment, the first start condition or the second start condition is established once by performing the pseudo continuous change (re-change) once or twice in the “pseudo continuous” variable display effect. Based on this, it is possible to make it appear as if the variable display of the decorative design has been started 2 to 3 times in succession. Note that the number of pseudo continuous fluctuations (revariations) in the “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect may be, for example, four times or five 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, a predetermined effect image such as a specific character image may be displayed on the image display device 5 during the period of each variable display (including the initial change) by the variable display effect of “pseudo-continuous”. Further, for example, the most variable effect may be executed by performing an arbitrary effect operation such as sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R and a lighting operation of another light emitter such as the game effect lamp 9.

  In addition to “pseudo ream”, variable display effects using variable display operation of decorative symbols include, for example, “slip”, “development chance eyes”, “end of development chance eyes”, “after chance eye stop” Various presentation operations such as “slip” may be executed. Here, in the variable display effect of “sliding”, “variable” of “left”, “middle”, “right” from the start of variable display of the decorative symbol to the display of the definite decorative symbol that is the variable display result is displayed. After changing the decorative symbols in all of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, a single or a plurality of decorative symbol display areas (for example, “left” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R) are displayed. After temporarily displaying the decorative symbols, a predetermined number (for example, “1” or “2”) of the decorative symbol display areas (for example, “left” decorative symbols are displayed). By changing the decorative design again after changing the decorative design again in one or both of the area 5L and the “right” decorative design display area 5R), an effect display for changing the decorative design to be stopped is performed.

  In the variable display effect of “Development Opportunity”, the decoration of “Left”, “Middle”, and “Right” from the start of the variable display of the decorative pattern to the display of the fixed decorative pattern that results in the variable display. In all of the 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 set as the reach state. Reach production begins. On the other hand, in the variable display effect of “end of development opportunity”, after the decorative display of the decorative pattern is started, the decorative pattern display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of “left”, “middle”, and “right” 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. After temporarily displaying the decorative symbols of the lost combinations (special combinations) that are the pseudo-continuous chances in all of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of “left”, “middle”, and “right”, Unlike the “pseudo-ream” variable display effect that changes the decorative symbols again in all of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, the decorative symbols are changed again in some of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. By doing so, an effect display for changing the decorative design to be stopped is performed.

  During variable display of decorative patterns, unlike variable display effects such as reach effects or “pseudo-continuous”, for example, a predetermined effect image is displayed, a message image or voice output is displayed. There is a possibility that the decorative display variable display state may reach a reach state due to an effect operation different from the symbol variable display operation, that a reach effect by super reach may be executed, and the variable display result is `` A notice effect may be executed to notify the player in advance that there is a possibility of being a “hit”.

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

  The notice effect includes a pre-read notice effect (also referred to as a pre-read effect). The pre-reading notice effect indicates that the variable display result is “big hit” according to the production mode before the variable display that is subject to notice (the notice target) is the possibility that the variable display result will be “big hit”. It is a notice effect that can be announced in advance. In particular, a pre-reading notice effect that continuously gives notice over a variable display of decorative symbols that is executed a plurality of times in response to a plurality of special drawing games is also referred to as a continuous notice effect. In the pre-reading notice effect, before the variable display subject to the notice is started, for example, the possibility that the variable display result may be a “hit” based on the reserved memory of the special figure game due to the occurrence of the start winning prize, etc. A production operation is started. In contrast to the pre-reading notice effect, the notice effect that is executed after the variable display to be noticed is started is referred to as a single notice effect (also referred to as a single notice, a variable notice, or a variable indication notice effect). Is done.

  As an example of the single notice effect, the display of the effect image on the active display section AHA may be changed to a display mode different from the display mode in the normal state, thereby causing a “big hit” in the variable display satisfying the start condition, etc. A notice effect of “active display change” is announced. More specifically, the display color in the active display unit AHA is changed to a specific color (for example, any one of yellow, blue, red, etc.) different from a predetermined color (for example, white) in the normal state, thereby enabling variable display. What is necessary is just to be able to alert | report that a possibility that a result will be a "hit" is higher than usual. In addition, by making the icon displayed on the active display section AHA a specific icon different from the round solid plain at the normal time, for example, a message such as “?”, “Chance”, “hot” is notified. It suffices if it is possible to suggest the possibility that the variable display result will be a “big hit”. In addition, the icon displayed on the active display section AHA includes an icon for notifying that a message such as “NEXT” is notified and that the pseudo continuous variation in the “pseudo continuous” variable display effect is executed. Also good. The notice effect of “active display change” is also referred to as an active display change effect.

  In addition, when the display mode of the hold display is changed, an effect that suggests that the display mode changes may be executed. When the action effect is executed, the display mode of the hold display changes as a result of the action effect. The action effect may include an arbitrary effect operation such as a sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R and a lighting operation of another light emitter such as the game effect lamp 9.

  Next, main operations (actions) of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in this embodiment will be described. In the following, the operation will be described with reference to a flowchart and the like, but in each operation (each process), a process that does not appear in the flowchart may be appropriately performed.

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

  When the CPU 103 executing such a game control main process receives an interrupt request signal from the CTC and receives an interrupt request, the CPU 103 sets the interrupt disabled state and executes a predetermined game control timer interrupt process. The game control timer interrupt process includes, for example, a switch process, a main side error process, an information output process, a game random number update process, a special symbol process process, a normal symbol process process, and a command control process. A process for controlling the progress of the game is included. At the end of the game control timer interrupt process, the interrupt enabled state is set. As a result, the game control timer interrupt process is executed every time a timer interrupt occurs, that is, every predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds) which is the supply interval of the interrupt request signal.

  The switch process is performed by determining whether a detection signal is input from various switches such as the gate switch 21, the first start port switch 22A, the second start port switch 22B, and the count switch 23 via the switch circuit 110. This is a process for determining for each switch whether or not it is in an ON state (that is, whether or not a game ball has entered or passed).

  The main-side error process is a process of performing an abnormality diagnosis of the pachinko gaming machine 1 and generating a warning if necessary according to the diagnosis result.

  The information output process is, for example, a process of outputting data such as jackpot information, start information, probability variation information supplied to a hall management computer installed outside the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  The game random number update process is a process for updating at least a part of a plurality of types of game random numbers used on the main board 11 side by software. As an example, the game random numbers used on the main board 11 side include a random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, a random value MR2 for determining the big hit type, and a random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern. It only has to be included (see FIG. 6). The random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is a random number value used for determining whether or not the variable display result of the special symbol or the like in the special figure game is controlled as the big hit game state with “1”. Any of the values of “65535” can be taken. The random number MR2 for determining the big hit type is a random value used to determine the big hit type as “probable change” or “non-probable change” when the variable display result is “big hit”. It can take any value from “100” to “100”. The random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern is a random value used to determine the variation pattern in the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol as one of a plurality of variation patterns prepared in advance. It can take any value of “900”.

  In the special symbol process, the value of the special symbol process flag provided in the RAM 102 is updated according to the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1, and the variable display result of the special symbol or the like in the special symbol game is set as a big hit. Determination of whether or not to control the game state, determination of variation pattern, control of display operation in the special symbol display device 4 based on the determination result (execution of special game), special variable winning ball device 7 in the big hit gaming state In order to perform the opening / closing operation setting (execution of round game or short-term opening control) of the special prize opening in the predetermined procedure, various processes are selected and executed. Although the details of the special symbol process will be described later, by executing the special symbol process every time a timer interrupt occurs, the variable display result and the variation pattern are determined, the special symbol game is executed based on the determination, and the jackpot gaming state Etc. are realized.

  In the normal symbol process, for example, when the game ball passes through the passing gate 41 (for example, when it is determined in the switch process that the gate switch 21 is turned on), the number of holds reaches the upper limit. If there is not, hold storage of the usual game (for example, extract a random value and store it in the RAM 102), or use the hold memory (random number stored in the RAM 102) to determine the variable display result of the usual game. Or, the variation pattern (variation time, etc.) of the normal game is determined, or the display operation (for example, turning on / off the segment LED) in the normal symbol display device 20 is controlled according to the variation pattern, thereby variably displaying the normal symbol. When the variable display result is per game, the first variable variable winning ball device 6B is opened when the variable display result is per game. Or performs the process to change state. By executing the normal symbol process process every time the timer interrupt occurs, the execution of the normal game, the first variable state of the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B at the time of the normal game, etc. are realized.

  The command control process is a process of transmitting a control command from the main board 11 to a sub-side control board such as the effect control board 12. As an example, in special symbol process processing, normal symbol process processing, and the like, transmission setting of a control command (production control command or the like) (for example, storing a storage address value of a control command to be transmitted is stored in the RAM 102) is performed. In the process, a process of actually transmitting the transmission-set control command to the effect control board 12 is performed. In this transmission process, an effect control INT signal or the like is used, and a control command is transmitted.

  After executing the command control process, after setting the interrupt enabled state, the game control timer interrupt process is terminated.

  Here, main effect control commands transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by the command control process will be described with reference to FIG. “(H)” indicates a hexadecimal number.

  The command 80XX (H) is an effect control command (variation pattern designation command) for designating a variation pattern of a decorative symbol variably displayed on the image display device 5 in response to variable display of a special symbol. In the present embodiment, a variation pattern designation command corresponding to each variation pattern is set. For example, a unique number (variation pattern number) is assigned to each variation pattern, and the number is set to “XX” in the command (for example, “01” in the case of the variation pattern PA1-1). . The variation pattern designation command is also a command for designating the start of variation of decorative symbols.

  The command 8A01 (H) is an effect control command (first start opening winning designation command) for designating that the first starting winning is generated due to the game medium entering the first starting winning opening. The command 8A02 (H) is an effect control command (second start opening winning designation command) for designating that the second starting winning is generated due to the game medium entering the second start winning opening. The first start opening prize designation command and the second start opening prize designation command may be collectively referred to as a start opening prize designation command.

  Command 8CXX (H) is an effect control command (display result designation command) for designating whether or not to make a big hit and a big hit type (that is, a variable display result). In the present embodiment, a display result designation command corresponding to each display result is set. For example, a unique number is assigned to each display result, and the number is set to “XX” in the command (for example, “00” in the case of “losing”, “ In the case of “big hit”, “01”).

  Command 8D01 (H) is an effect control command (first variation start designation command) that designates the start of variable display (variation) of the first special symbol. Command 8D02 (H) is an effect control command (second variation start designation command) for designating the start of variable display (variation) of the second special symbol. The first variation start designation command and the second variation start designation command may be collectively referred to as a variation start designation command. Note that information indicating whether to start variable display of the first special symbol or to start variable display of the second special symbol may be included in a later-described variation pattern determination result designation command.

  Command 8F00 (H) is an effect control command (design confirmation designation command) for designating that the variable display (fluctuation) of the decorative symbols is terminated and the display result (stopped symbols) is derived and displayed.

  Command 95XX (H) is an effect control command (game state designation command) for designating a game state. In the present embodiment, a game state designation command corresponding to each game state is set. For example, when the gaming state is a normal state (low probability low base), “XX” is set to “00”. For example, when the gaming state is a high probability low base state, “XX” is set to “01”. For example, when the gaming state is a high-accuracy high-base state, “XX” is set to “02”.

  The command A000 (H) is an effect control command (a jackpot start designation command) that designates the start of a jackpot gaming state (start of fanfare). The fanfare is an effect that is executed at the start of the big hit gaming state and notifies that the big hit gaming state has been entered.

  Command A300 (H) is an effect control command (hit end designation command) for designating the end of the big hit gaming state (start of ending). Note that the ending is an effect for notifying the end of the big hit gaming state, which is executed at the end of the big hit gaming state.

  Command A600 (H) is an effect control command (small hit start specifying command) for specifying display of an effect image indicating the start of the small hit gaming state. The command A700 (H) is an effect control command (small hit end specifying command) for specifying display of an effect image at the end of the small hit gaming state. In the case of the small hit gaming state, a special command during opening of a big prize opening or a designation command after opening of a big prize opening may be transmitted as in the case of the two round big hit condition. Alternatively, in the case of the small hit gaming state, as in the case of the two round big hit state, the special command opening designation command or the special designation command after the big prize opening release may not be transmitted.

  Command C1XX (H) is an effect control command (first special figure reserved memory number designation command) for designating the first special figure reserved memory number. “XX” indicates the first special figure reservation storage number. Command C2XX (H) is an effect control command (second special figure reserved memory number designation command) for designating the second special figure reserved memory number. “XX” indicates the second special figure reservation storage number. The first special figure reserved memory number designation command and the second special figure reserved memory number designation command may be collectively referred to as a special figure pending memory number designation command.

  Command C4XX (H) is an effect control command (design determination result designation command) for designating a display result among the determination results at the time of starting winning. Command C5XX (H) is an effect control command (variation pattern determination result designation command) for designating a variation pattern among the determination results at the time of starting winning. In the present embodiment, random numbers MR1 to MR3 are extracted when the first start winning or the second starting winning occurs in the process of step S101 described later. The variable display corresponding to the extracted random values MR1 to MR3 can be changed based on the random values MR1 and MR3 of the extracted random values MR1 to MR3 before the variable display start condition is satisfied. It is determined whether or not the display result is “big hit” and the variable display variation pattern (see FIG. 12). The determination at the time of starting winning means these determinations, and is executed in the winning random number determination process in step S213. Note that this determination may not be performed in a predetermined case. A unique number is assigned to the determination result (including the case of no determination) about the display result, and the number is set to “XX” in the symbol designation command (for example, in the case of “no determination”) “01” for “00”, “losing”, “02” for “big hit”, etc.). A unique number is assigned to the determination result (including the case of no determination) regarding the variation pattern, and the number is set to “XX” in the variation pattern determination result designation command (for example, “no determination”). "00" in the case, "11" in the case of "PA1-1", "12" in the case of "PA1-2", etc.).

  Next, the special symbol process will be described. FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing an example of the special symbol process. In this special symbol process, the CPU 103 first executes a start winning determination process (step S101).

  FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing an example of the start winning determination process executed in step S101. When the start winning determination process is started, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the first start opening switch 22A provided corresponding to the first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A is turned on ( Step S201). When it is determined in the switch process that the first start port switch 22A is on, for example, because the first start port switch 22A is on (step S201; Yes), the CPU 103 displays the first special drawing. It is determined whether or not the first special figure reserved memory number, which is the reserved memory number of the used special figure game, is a predetermined upper limit value (for example, “4”) (step S202). At this time, the CPU 103 stores the first stored value of a first special figure reserved memory number counter (counter that counts the first special figure reserved memory number) provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 (such as a game control counter setting unit). It suffices if the first special figure reserved memory number can be specified by reading the special figure reserved memory number count value. If it is determined in step S202 that the first special figure reserved memory number is not the upper limit value (step S202; No), the CPU 103 stores a start port buffer provided in a predetermined area (such as a game control buffer setting unit) of the RAM 102. The starting port buffer value, which is a value, is set to “1” (step S203).

  When it is determined in step S201 that the first start-up switch 22A is off (step S201; No), or when it is determined in step S202 that the first special figure reserved memory number has reached the upper limit. In (Step S202; Yes), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the second start port switch 22B provided corresponding to the second start winning port formed by the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B is on ( Step S204). If it is determined in the switch process that the second start port switch 22B is on, for example, because the second start port switch 22B is on (step S204; Yes), the CPU 103 displays the second special drawing. It is determined whether or not the second special figure reserved memory number, which is the reserved memory number of the used special figure game, is a predetermined upper limit value (for example, “4”) (step S205). At this time, the CPU 103 stores the second stored value of the second special figure reserved memory number counter (counter for counting the second special figure reserved memory number) provided in a predetermined area (such as a game control counter setting unit) of the RAM 102. It suffices if the second special figure reserved memory number can be specified by reading the special figure reserved memory number count value. When it is determined in step S205 that the second special figure reservation storage number is not the upper limit value (step S205; No), the CPU 103 sets the start port buffer value to “2” (step S206). When it is determined that the second start port switch 22B is not on (step S204; No), or when it is determined that the second special figure reservation storage number is the upper limit value (step S205; Yes), the CPU 103 The start winning determination process is terminated.

  After executing either of the processes of step S203 or S206, the CPU 103 updates the special figure reserved memory number count value corresponding to the start port buffer value to be incremented by 1 (step S207). For example, when the starting port buffer value is “1”, the first special figure reserved memory number count value is incremented by 1, while when the starting port buffer value is “2”, the second special figure reserved memory number count value is increased. Add one. Thus, the first special figure reserved memory count value increases by 1 when the game ball enters the first start winning opening and the first start condition corresponding to the special figure game using the first special figure is satisfied. Updated to (increment). Also, the second special figure reserved memory count value increases by 1 when the game ball enters the second start winning opening and the second start condition corresponding to the special figure game using the second special figure is satisfied. Updated to (increment). At this time, the total pending storage number count value, which is the stored value of the total pending storage number counter provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 (such as a game control counter setting unit), is updated to add 1 (step S208).

  After executing the process of step S208, the CPU 103 extracts a predetermined game random number corresponding to the occurrence of the start winning (step S209). The CPU 103, for example, from among the numerical data updated by a random counter or the like provided in a predetermined area (game control counter setting unit or the like) of the random number circuit 104 or the RAM 102, a random value MR1 for determining a special figure display result, a big hit Numerical data (see FIG. 6) indicating the random number MR2 for determining the type and the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern are extracted. The CPU 103 stores the numerical data indicating the random number values extracted in this way as reserved data by setting it at the beginning of the empty entry in the special figure storage unit corresponding to the starting port buffer value (step S210). For example, when the start port buffer value is “1”, the hold data is set in the first special figure hold storage unit as shown in FIG. On the other hand, when the start port buffer value is “2”, the hold data is set in the second special figure hold storage unit as shown in FIG. At this time, when the hold data is set in the first special figure hold storage unit, the CPU 103 can control the first hold indicator 25A and specify the first special figure hold memory number added by one. May be displayed on the first hold indicator 25A (for example, the number of lighted LEDs is increased by one). When the hold data is set in the second special figure hold storage unit, the CPU 103 controls the second hold indicator 25B to display a display that can specify the number of the second special figure hold memory added by one. You may make it make the 2nd holding | maintenance display device 25B perform (for example, increase the number of lighting of LED by 1).

  The first special figure storage unit shown in FIG. 7A is not started yet, although a game ball has entered the first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A and a first start winning has occurred. On-hold data of a special figure game (a special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A) is stored. For example, the first special figure holding storage unit associates with the holding number in the winning order (game ball detection order) to the first start winning opening, and based on the establishment of the first starting condition by the entry of the game ball. Is stored as random data MR1 for determining the special figure display result, random number MR2 for determining the jackpot type, random number MR3 for determining the variation pattern, etc., as reserved data. The data is stored until a predetermined upper limit value (for example, “4”) is reached. Thus, the hold data stored in the first special figure hold storage unit indicates that the execution (variable display) of the special figure game using the first special figure is held, and the variable display result in this special figure game On-hold that makes it possible to determine whether or not it is decided to control to the big hit gaming state based on (special drawing display result), or whether or not the variable display mode of the decorative symbol becomes a specific mode (for example, reach effect, etc.) It becomes stored information.

  Note that the hold number in the first special figure hold storage unit and the display position of the hold display symbol (controlled on the effect control board 12 side) basically correspond to each other. For this reason, when the hold data is stored in the first special figure hold storage unit, the hold display symbol is displayed at the display position corresponding to the hold number associated with the hold data. For example, when the hold data is newly stored in association with the hold number “1”, the hold display symbol is displayed at the leftmost first display position of the first hold display portion 5HL. For example, when the hold data is newly stored in association with the hold number “2”, the hold display symbol is displayed at the second display position on the right side of the first display position of the first hold display portion 5HL. To do.

  The second special figure storage unit shown in FIG. 7B is not yet started, although the game ball has entered the second start winning opening formed by the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B and the second start winning has occurred. The reserved data of the special game (not shown special game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B) is stored. The second special figure holding storage unit associates with the holding number in the winning order (game ball detection order) to the second start winning opening, for example, based on the establishment of the second starting condition by the entry of the game ball. Is stored as random data MR1 for determining the special figure display result, random number MR2 for determining the jackpot type, random number MR3 for determining the variation pattern, and the like, which are extracted from the random number circuit 104 and the like. Until the upper limit value (for example, “4”) is reached. Thus, the hold data stored in the second special figure holding storage unit indicates that the execution (variable display) of the special figure game using the second special figure is held, and the variable display result in this special figure game On-hold that makes it possible to determine whether or not it is decided to control to the big hit gaming state based on (special drawing display result), or whether or not the variable display mode of the decorative symbol becomes a specific mode (for example, reach effect, etc.) It becomes stored information.

  Note that the hold number in the second special figure hold storage unit and the display position of the hold display symbol (controlled on the effect control board 12 side) basically correspond to each other. For this reason, when the hold data is stored in the second special figure hold storage unit, the hold display symbol is displayed at the display position corresponding to the hold number associated with the hold data. For example, when the hold data is newly stored in association with the hold number “1”, the hold display symbol is displayed at the leftmost first display position of the second hold display portion 5HR. For example, when the hold data is newly stored in association with the hold number “2”, the hold display symbol is displayed at the second display position located on the right side of the first display position of the second hold display portion 5HR. To do.

  After executing the process of step S210, the CPU 103 performs a setting for transmitting a start opening prize designation command prepared in advance to the effect control board 12 (step S211). Thereafter, the CPU 103 performs setting for transmitting a reserved memory number notification command prepared in advance to the effect control board 12 (step S212).

  Subsequently, the CPU 103 executes a winning random number determination process (step S213). As described above, the winning random number determination process is a process for determining the start winning prize, and based on the random values MR1 and MR3 among the random values MR1 to MR3 extracted in step S209, This is a process of determining whether or not the variable display result of the variable display to be executed is “big hit” and the variation pattern of the variable display (see FIG. 12). Thereafter, the CPU 103 determines whether the start port buffer value is “1” or “2” (step S214). At this time, if it is determined that the starting port buffer value is “2” (step S214; “2”), the CPU 103 clears the starting port buffer and initializes the stored value to “0” ( Step S215), the start winning determination process is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined that the start port buffer value is “1” (step S214; “1”), the CPU 103 clears the start port buffer and initializes the stored value to “0”. (Step S216), the process proceeds to step S204. Thereby, even when both the first start port switch 22A and the second start port switch 22B detect the start winning of the game balls that are effective at the same time, the processing based on the detection of both effective start winnings can be completed reliably.

  FIG. 8 is a flowchart showing an example of the winning random number determination process executed in step S213 shown in FIG. In this embodiment, when variable display of special symbols and decorative symbols is started, the special symbol display result is controlled as a “hit” in the special symbol normal process (step S110 shown in FIG. 4), which will be described later. A decision is made whether to do so. In addition, in a variation pattern setting process (step S111 shown in FIG. 4) to be described later, a variation pattern corresponding to the decorative symbol variable display mode is determined. In the winning random number determination process, apart from these determinations, the game ball is extracted at the start winning timing when the game ball is detected at the starting winning opening (the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening). What is the variation pattern of the variable display of the random display (determination of whether or not the variable display result of the variable display to be executed of the random number (the random value extracted in the process of step S209) is “big hit”) and the decorative pattern variable display Such as so-called “look ahead”. As a result, the special figure display result is “big hit” before the variable display of the special symbol and the decorative symbol based on the detection of the game ball that has entered the start winning opening is started (before the special game start condition is established). And a rough variable display mode (fluctuation pattern) of the decorative design is predicted, and based on the prediction result, the display mode of the hold display symbol is determined by the CPU 120 for effect control on the effect control board 12 side. can do.

  In the winning random number determination process shown in FIG. 8, first, the CPU 103, for example, a time reduction flag (a flag that is turned on in the time reduction state) provided in a predetermined area (game control flag setting unit or the like) of the RAM 102, The current gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is specified by checking the state of the probability variation flag (the flag that is turned on when the probability variation state is set) (step S301). The CPU 103 checks whether or not the current gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a big hit gaming state by checking the value of a special figure process flag provided in a predetermined area (such as a gaming control flag control unit) of the RAM 102. Is identified. For example, when the value of the special figure process flag is “4” to “7”, the CPU 103 may specify that the current gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is the big hit gaming state.

  Subsequent to the processing of step S301, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the gaming state specified in this way is a big hit in which a big hit gaming state is set (step S302). When it is determined that it is not a big hit (step S302; No), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the gaming state is a high base state (step S303). For example, the CPU 103 determines whether or not a time-saving flag provided in a predetermined area (such as a game control flag setting unit) of the RAM 102 is in an on state, thereby enabling time-saving control or high-opening control in the probability changing state or the time-saving state. It is sufficient to determine whether or not the high base state is performed.

  When it is determined in the process of step S303 that the gaming state is the high base state (step S303; Yes), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the start port buffer value is “2” (step S304). When it is determined that the start port buffer value is “2” (step S304; Yes), a special figure display result determination table (FIG. 10 (A), FIG. (See (B)), a special figure display result determination table used for determination of a special figure display result is selected corresponding to the current gaming state specified in step S301 (step S305).

  Subsequently, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the random number value MR1 is within the jackpot determination range (step S307). For example, the CPU 103 refers to the special figure display result determination table selected in the process of step S305, and the special figure display result is assigned to “big hit” corresponding to the current gaming state specified in step S301. The range of the decision value is set as the big hit decision range. For example, if the current gaming state is a probability variation state (if the probability variation flag is on), the CPU 103 sets “8000” to “9899” as the big hit determination range, and the current gaming state is a non-probability variation state ( If the probability variation state is not) (if the probability variation flag is off), “8000” to “8189” are set as the big hit determination range. Thereafter, the CPU 103 compares the numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result extracted in step S209 shown in FIG. 5 with the set jackpot determination range, and the random value MR1 is determined to be the jackpot determination range. It is determined whether it is in. For example, the CPU 103 compares the individual determination values included in the jackpot determination range with the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result extracted by the process of step S209 shown in FIG. The presence / absence of a decision value that matches MR1 may be determined. Or CPU103 sets the numerical value which shows the minimum value (lower limit value) and the maximum value (upper limit value) of the decision value included in the jackpot decision range, and sets the random value MR1 and the minimum value and the maximum value of the jackpot decision range. By comparing, it may be determined whether or not the random number value MR1 is within the range of the jackpot determination range.

  In the process of step S307, for example, the CPU 103 may read the random number value MR1 stored in the special figure reservation storage unit in step S210 shown in FIG. 5 and perform the above determination using the read random number value MR1. . In addition to the step S210, the CPU 103 holds the random value MR1 in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 (an area other than the special figure reservation storage unit), a storage area of the CPU 103, and the like. A determination may be made. The same applies to a random value MR3 described later. As described above, the random number value used in the winning random number determination process may not be the random value stored in the special figure storage unit.

  When it is determined in the process of step S307 that the game is within the jackpot determination range (step S307; Yes), the CPU 103 determines the jackpot type based on the random number MR2 for determining the jackpot type (step S308). The CPU 103 determines the jackpot type according to the fluctuation special figure corresponding to the starting port buffer value ("first special figure" corresponding to "1" or "second special figure" corresponding to "2"). The jackpot type determination table data is selected from the table data constituting the determination table (see FIG. 10C). Then, by referring to the selected jackpot type determination table data, it may be determined which of the plurality of jackpot types is determined.

  Subsequently, the CPU 103 selects a later-described jackpot variation pattern determination table (see FIG. 13A) prepared by storing in advance in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 and sets it in the use table (step S309). The big hit variation pattern determination table is a table for determining a variable display variation pattern in which the variable display result is “big hit”, and a determination value to be compared with the random value MR3 is assigned to each variation pattern. When a specific variation period flag provided in a predetermined area (such as a game control flag setting unit) of the RAM 102 is in an on state, the CPU 103 prepares a jackpot (described later) prepared by storing in the predetermined area of the ROM 101 in advance. A specific variation pattern determination table (see FIG. 14A) is selected and set in the usage table.

  In the variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 13A, determination values 1 to 135 (15% range) to be compared with the random value MR3 are assigned to the variation pattern PB1-1, and the variation pattern PB1-2 is irregular. Determination values 136 to 315 (range of 20%) to be compared with the numerical value MR3 are assigned, and determination values 316 to 585 (range of 30%) to be compared with the random value MR3 are assigned to the variation pattern PB1-3. Determination values 586 to 900 (range of 35%) to be compared with the random value MR3 are assigned to the variation patterns PB1-4. The same applies to other tables in which the determined values are described.

  If it is determined in step S307 that it is not within the big hit determination range (step S307; No), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the random value MR1 is within the small hit determination range (step S310). For example, the CPU 103 refers to the special figure display result determination table selected in the process of step S305, and sets the range of the determined value in which the special figure display result is assigned to “small hit” as the small hit determination range. . For example, the CPU 103 sets “3,0001” to “30100” as the small hit determination range. Thereafter, the CPU 103 compares the numerical value data indicating the special figure display result determination random number MR1 extracted in step S209 shown in FIG. 5 with the set small hit determination range, and the random value MR1 is determined to be the small hit. It is determined whether it is within the determination range. This determination is performed by comparing the random value MR1 and the determined value one by one, or by comparing the minimum value and the maximum value, as in the determination of whether or not the jackpot determination range is in the process of step S306. I just need it.

  If it is determined that the random value MR1 is within the small hit determination range (step S310; Yes), the CPU 103 stores a small hit variation pattern determination table (FIG. 13), which is prepared in advance by storing it in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 in advance. (See (B)) is selected and set in the use table (step S312). When a specific variation period flag provided in a predetermined area (such as a game control flag setting unit) of the RAM 102 is in an on state, the CPU 103 stores a small area (described later) prepared in advance by storing it in the predetermined area of the ROM 101. A hit specific variation pattern determination table (see FIG. 14B) is selected and set in the use table.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the random number MR1 is not within the small hit determination range (step S310; No), the CPU 103 stores a loss variation pattern determination table (FIG. 13 (FIG. 13) prepared in advance in a predetermined area of the ROM 101. C) and (D) are selected and set in the use table (step S311). Specifically, when the current gaming state identified in step S301 is a non-short-time state (low base state) (when the short-time flag is off), the loss variation pattern determination table of FIG. When the current gaming state specified in step S301 is the high base state (short time state) (when the short time flag is on), the loss variation pattern determination table of FIG. Set in the usage table. The loss variation pattern determination table is a table for determining a variable display variation pattern in which the variable display result is “lost”, and a determination value to be compared with the random value MR3 is assigned to each variation pattern. When a specific variation period flag provided in a predetermined area (such as a game control flag setting unit) of the RAM 102 is in an on state, the CPU 103 stores a later-described loss that has been prepared by storing in the predetermined area of the ROM 101 in advance. A specific variation pattern determination table (see FIGS. 14C and 14D) is selected and set in the usage table.

  Thereafter, after executing one of steps S309, S311, and S312, the CPU 103 is set in the use table based on the numerical data indicating the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern extracted in step S209 shown in FIG. With reference to the jackpot variation pattern determination table or the loss variation pattern determination table, the variation pattern assigned to the determination value that matches the random number MR3 is determined (step S313). The CPU 103 can determine the variation pattern by, for example, comparing each determination value assigned to each variation pattern with the random value MR3 to determine whether there is a determination value that matches the random value MR3. That's fine. Alternatively, the CPU 103 sets numerical values indicating the minimum value (lower limit value) and the maximum value (upper limit value) of the determined value assigned to each variation pattern, and the CPU 103 sets the random value MR3 and the minimum value or maximum value. The variation pattern may be determined by comparing.

  After executing step S313, or when determining that the start port buffer value is not “2” in the process of step S304 (step S304; No), the CPU 103 sets the contents according to the determination results of step S307 and step S310. The start winning command transmission is set (step S314), and the winning random number determination process is terminated. The start winning time command includes a start opening winning designation command, a special figure reserved memory number designation command, a symbol determination result designation command, and a variation pattern judgment result designation command. When the starting port buffer value is “1”, the first starting port winning designation command, the first special figure reserved memory number designation command, the symbol judgment result designation command, and the variation pattern judgment result designation are designated as the command for starting prize. Command and send settings. When the starting port buffer value is “2”, the second starting port winning designation command, the second special figure reserved memory number designation command, the symbol judgment result designation command, and the variation pattern judgment result designation are designated as the starting prize command. Command and send settings. The command set for transmission is transmitted in the command control process.

  The first special figure reserved memory number designation command and the second special figure reserved memory number designation command to be set for transmission are commands for specifying the current first special figure reserved memory number and the second special figure reserved memory number (for each memory number). The special figure reserved memory number to be specified may be specified by the count value of the first special figure reserved memory number counter or the second special figure reserved memory number counter. When the determination result of step S307 is within the jackpot determination range (step S307; Yes), the symbol designating command to be set for transmission is a command that specifies that the determination result of the variable display result is “big hit” (“big hit” If the determination result in step S310 is within the small hit determination range (step S310; Yes), it is determined that the variable display result determination result is “small hit”. When a command to be specified (a command including EXT data corresponding to “small hit”) and the determination result in step S310 is out of the small hit determination range (step S310; No), the determination result of the variable display result is “ In step S304, a command for designating “lost” (a command including EXT data corresponding to “lost”) is designated. If the start result buffer value is 1 (step S304; No), a command ("corresponding to" no determination "" for designating that "no determination" has not been made at the time of starting winning a prize is determined. Command including data). The variation pattern determination result designation command to be set for transmission is a command (command including EXT data corresponding to the variation pattern which is the determination result) for designating the variation pattern which is the determination result when the variation pattern is determined in step S314. When the determination result of step S304 is the starting port buffer value = 1 (step S304; No), a command (“No determination” is designated to specify “no determination” in which the determination at the start winning prize is not performed. A command including corresponding EXT data).

  In the winning random number determination process, as described above, for the variable display corresponding to the random values MR1 to MR3 extracted in step S209 this time, the variable display result of the variable display (special game) becomes “big hit”. And the variation pattern of the variable display (see FIGS. 13 and 14). That is, so-called prefetching is performed. In this process, the determination is made based on the current gaming state and not based on the gaming state when the variable display is actually executed, so the determination is not necessarily accurate, but to some extent Variable display results and fluctuation patterns can be predicted with accuracy. In the winning random number determination process, the process is started by the process of step S304 when it is determined that the big win is determined in the process of step S302 or the high base state is determined in the process of step S303. It is determined whether or not the mouth buffer value is “2”. At this time, when the start port buffer value is “1” and not “2”, the process proceeds to the process of step S314 without executing the process of step S305 and the like, and the determination at the time of starting winning is not performed. Thus, when the high opening control associated with the short-time control is performed or when the game is in the big hit gaming state, each of the above-mentioned each is based on the occurrence of the starting winning (first starting winning) due to the game ball entering the first starting winning opening. Limit the decision not to be made. Thus, when the special figure game using the second special figure is executed with priority over the special figure game using the first special figure, the first start winning prize is given during the time-saving control or the big hit gaming state. The soundness of the game can be ensured by restricting the prefetch based on the game from being executed.

  Returning to the description of the flowchart of the special symbol process shown in FIG. 4, after executing the start winning determination process in step S101, the CPU 103 sets the special figure process flag provided in a predetermined area (such as a game control flag setting unit) of the RAM 102. Depending on the value, any one of the processes of steps S110 to S120 is selected and executed.

  The special symbol normal process in step S110 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “0”. In the special symbol normal process, the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4A and second It is determined whether or not to start the special symbol game by the special symbol display device 4B. Further, in the special symbol normal processing, whether or not the variable display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is set to “big hit” based on the numerical data indicating the random value MR1 for determining the special symbol display result is determined by the variable display result. Make a decision (predetermined) before being displayed. At this time, if the variable display result is determined to be “big hit”, the big hit type is determined to be one of a plurality of types such as “non-probable change” or “probable change”. The data indicating the determination result of the jackpot type is stored in the jackpot type buffer provided in a predetermined area (for example, the game control buffer setting unit) of the RAM 102, whereby the jackpot type is stored. Further, in the special symbol normal process, in response to the variable display result of the special symbol in the special symbol game, the confirmed special symbol (big hit symbol, the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B) Lost symbol) is set. In the special symbol normal process, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to “1” when the variable display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is determined in advance.

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

  When it is determined in the process of step S231 that the second special figure hold storage number is other than “0” (step S231; No), the CPU 103 stores, for example, the second data stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 as the hold data. Numeric data indicating a predetermined random number value is read from the head area (for example, the storage area corresponding to the hold number “1”) of the special figure hold storage unit (step S232). Thereby, the game random number extracted corresponding to the occurrence of the start winning (second start winning) at the second start winning opening in the process of step S209 is read. The numerical data read at this time may be stored in a random number buffer for variation, for example, and temporarily stored.

  Subsequent to the processing in step S232, the CPU 103 updates the second special figure reserved memory number to be decremented by 1, for example, by subtracting and updating the second special figure reserved memory number count value by one, and the like. The contents stored in the second special figure storage unit are shifted (step S233). For example, the CPU 103 stores the hold data stored in the storage area lower than the hold number “1” in the second special figure hold storage unit (the storage area corresponding to the hold numbers “2” to “4”) one entry at a time. Shift to higher rank (storage area corresponding to the holding numbers “1” to “3”). Further, the CPU 103 may update the total pending storage number so as to subtract one. Next, the CPU 103 updates the fluctuation special figure designation buffer value, which is the stored value of the fluctuation special figure designation buffer provided in a predetermined area (for example, the game control buffer setting unit) of the RAM 102, to “2” (step S234). ).

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

  If the special game is executed in the order in which the game balls enter the start winning opening regardless of whether it is the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening, the first starting winning opening And the starting opening data indicating which game ball has entered into the second starting winning opening is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 in association with the holding number together with the holding data or separately from the holding data, What is necessary is just to be able to specify the order in which starting conditions were satisfied about the special figure game corresponding to each holding data.

  When it is determined in the process of step S235 that the first special figure hold storage number is other than “0” (step S235; No), the CPU 103 stores, for example, the first data stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 as the hold data. Numeric data indicating a predetermined random number value is read from the head area (for example, the storage area corresponding to the hold number “1”) of the special figure hold storage unit (step S236). Thereby, the game random number extracted corresponding to the occurrence of the start winning (first start winning) at the first start winning opening in the process of step S209 is read. The numerical data read at this time may be stored in a random number buffer for variation, for example, and temporarily stored.

  Subsequent to the processing of step S236, the CPU 103 updates the first special figure reserved memory number to be decremented by 1, for example by subtracting and updating the first special figure reserved memory number count value by one, and the like. The contents stored in the first special figure reservation storage unit are shifted (step S237). For example, the CPU 103 stores one entry of the hold data stored in the storage area lower than the hold number “1” (the storage area corresponding to the hold numbers “2” to “4”) in the first special figure hold storage unit. One by one (the storage area corresponding to the holding numbers “1” to “3”) is shifted. Further, the CPU 103 may update the total pending storage number so as to subtract one. Next, the CPU 103 updates the variable special figure designation buffer value to “1” (step S238).

  After executing one of the processes of steps S234 and S238, the CPU 103 determines whether the special figure display result, which is the variable symbol display result of the special symbol, is “big hit”, “small hit”, or “losing”. As a usage table, a special figure display result determination table corresponding to the variable special figure designation buffer value is selected and set (step S239). For example, the CPU 103 selects the special figure display result determination table shown in FIG. 10 prepared in advance by storing it in a predetermined area of the ROM 101, and sets it as a use table for determining the special figure display result. In the special figure display result determination table, for example, as shown in FIG. 10, a numerical value (determined value) to be compared with the random number MR1 for determining the special figure display result indicates the special figure display result as “big hit” and “small”. It is only necessary to assign to the determination result of “win” or “losing” depending on whether or not the gaming state is a probable change state.

  In this embodiment, as the special figure display result determination table, a first special figure display result determination table shown in FIG. 10A and a second special figure display result determination table shown in FIG. It is prepared. The first special figure display result determination table displays the variable display result before the fixed special symbol that becomes the variable display result is derived and displayed in the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A. Whether or not to control the big hit gaming state as “big hit” and whether to control the small hit game state as the “small hit” based on the random display value MR1 for determining the special figure display result This is a table that is referred to. The second special figure display result determination table 130B shows the variable display result before the fixed special symbol that becomes the variable display result is derived and displayed in the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B. Whether or not to control the big hit gaming state as "big hit" and whether to control the small hit game state as "small hit" based on the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result It is a table that is referenced to determine.

  In the first special figure display result determination table shown in FIG. 10A, whether the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a normal state, a short time state (low probability state), or a probability variation state (high probability state). Accordingly, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random number MR1 for determining the special figure display result is assigned to the special figure display results of “big hit”, “small hit”, and “losing”. In the second special figure display result determination table shown in FIG. 10B, the special figure depends on whether the gaming state is the normal state, the short-time state (low probability state), or the probability variation state (high probability state). A numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random number value MR1 for determining the display result is assigned to the special figure display result of “big hit” or “losing”.

  In the first special figure display result decision table or the second special figure display result decision table, the table data indicating the decision value compared with the random value MR1 for special figure display result decision has the special figure display result as “big hit”. It is data for determination assigned to the determination result of whether or not to control to the big hit gaming state. In each of the first special figure display result determination table and the second special figure display result determination table, when the gaming state is the probability variation state (high probability state), it is more than the normal state or the short time state (low probability state). Many decision values are assigned to the special figure display result of “big hit”. As a result, in the probability variation state (high probability state) in which the probability variation control is performed in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the special figure display result is “big hit” compared to the normal state or the short time state (low probability state). If the state is controlled, the probability of being determined increases. That is, in each of the first special figure display result determination table and the second special figure display result determination table, when the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a probable change state, it is a big hit compared to the normal state and the short time state The determination data is assigned to the determination result as to whether or not to control the jackpot gaming state so that the probability of being determined when controlling to the gaming state is increased.

  In the setting example of the first special figure display result determination table, a predetermined range of determination values (values in the range of “3,0001” to “30100”) are assigned to the special figure display results of “small hits”. On the other hand, in the setting example of the second special figure display result determination table, the determination value is not assigned to the special figure display result of “small hit”. With such a setting, the variable display result is determined based on the fact that the first start condition for starting the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A is satisfied, The case where the variable display result is determined 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 established. The ratio determined to be controlled in the small hit gaming state as “small hit” can be varied.

  In particular, in the special figure game using the second special figure, since it is not determined that the special figure display result is “small hit” and the small hit game state is controlled, for example, a short time state (low probability high base state) or In a gaming state in which a game ball is likely to enter the second starting prize opening formed by the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B, such as a probability variation state (high probability high base state), frequent small hit gaming states in which it is difficult to obtain a prize ball Thus, it is possible to prevent a decrease in gaming interests due to the extended game. In the second special figure display result determination table, a predetermined range of determination values different from the settings in the first special figure display result determination table may be assigned to the “small hit” special figure display result. . For example, in the second special figure display result determination table, a smaller decision value than the first special figure display result determination table may be assigned to the “small hit” special figure display result. In this way, when the high base state such as the short-time state or the probability change state is set, the proportion determined to be controlled in the small hit gaming state may be lower than when the low base state such as the normal state or the short-time probability change state is used. Good. Alternatively, regardless of whether the first start condition or the second start condition is satisfied, the special figure display result is determined by referring to the common special figure display result determination table and determining the special figure display result. A decision may be made.

  Subsequent to the processing in step S239, the CPU 103 converts the numerical data indicating the special figure display result determination random number MR1 stored in the random number buffer for fluctuation into special features such as “big hit”, “small hit”, and “lost”. Compared with the determined value assigned to the figure display result, it is determined whether the special figure display result is “big hit”, “small hit”, or “losing” (step S240).

  The CPU 103 reads the numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result included in the gaming random number temporarily stored in the variation random number buffer in step S232 or S236 from the variation random number buffer, and the gaming state is in the probabilistic state. Whether or not the gaming state is a probable change state to the determined value that matches the random value MR1 by referring to the special figure display result determination table based on whether or not there is numerical data indicating the random value MR1 Accordingly, the assigned determination result of “big hit”, “small hit”, and “losing” may be determined as the special figure display result. The CPU 103 may determine that it is in the probability variation state when the probability variation flag is in the on state. For example, when the random value MR1 is “9000”, the CPU 103 determines that the special figure display result is “big hit” when the probability variation flag is in an on state (in the probability variation state), and the probability variation flag is turned off. In the case of a state (in the case of an uncertain change state), it is determined that the special figure display result is “lost”.

  As shown in FIG. 10A, in the probability variation state, the special figure display result is determined as “big hit” at a higher determination ratio than in the non-probability variation state. Therefore, for example, the current gaming state is determined based on the fact that the probability change flag is set to the ON state corresponding to the case where the jackpot type is “probability change” by the big hit end process in step S117 shown in FIG. When in the probable change state, the special figure display result is more likely to be a “hit” and more likely to be in the big win game state than in the non-probability change state. That is, it is advantageous for the player.

  Thereafter, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the special figure display result determined by the process of step S240 is “big hit” (step S241). When it is determined that the special figure display result is “big hit” (step S241; Yes), the CPU 103 sets a big hit flag provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 to an ON state (step S242). Further, the CPU 103 selects and sets the jackpot type determination table shown in FIG. 7 as a use table for determining the jackpot type as one of a plurality of types (step S243). For example, the CPU 103 selects a jackpot type determination table shown in FIG. 10C prepared by storing in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 in advance, and sets it as a use table for determining the jackpot type. In the jackpot type determination table, for example, as shown in FIG. 10C, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random number MR2 for determining the jackpot type indicates that the jackpot type is “non-probability change” and “probability change”. It suffices if it is assigned to the determination result of either “surprise”.

  FIG. 10C shows a configuration example of the jackpot type determination table stored in the ROM 101. The jackpot type determination table is used to determine the jackpot type as one of a plurality of types based on the random number MR2 for determining the jackpot type when it is determined to control the jackpot gaming state with the special figure display result as “big hit”. It is a table that is referred to. In the jackpot type determination table 131, the special symbol that is variably displayed (changed) in the special symbol game is the first special symbol (the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A) or the second special symbol (second). Depending on whether it is a special symbol game by the special symbol display device 4B, the numerical value (decision value) compared with the random value MR2 for determining the big hit type is a plurality of values such as “non-probability change”, “probability change”, and “surprise change”. Assigned to the type of jackpot type.

  In the setting example of the big hit type determination table, the assignment of the decision value to the big hit type of “surprise” differs depending on whether the variation special chart is the first special figure or the second special figure. That is, when the fluctuation special chart is the first special figure, the predetermined value (a value in the range of “70” to “99”) is assigned to the big hit type of “surprise”, while the fluctuation special figure Is the second special figure, no decision value is assigned to the big hit type of “surprise”. With such a setting, the jackpot type is determined as one of a plurality of types based on the fact that the first start condition for starting the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A is satisfied. And determining the jackpot type as one of a plurality of types 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. Thus, the rate at which the jackpot type is determined to be “surprising” can be varied. In particular, in the special figure game using the second special figure, it is not determined that the big hit type is “surprise” and the short-open big hit state is controlled. In the gaming state where the game ball is likely to enter the second starting winning opening formed by the device 6B, the frequent occurrence of the short-term open big hit state in which it is difficult to obtain the prize ball is avoided, and the deterioration of the game interest due to the extended game is prevented. it can.

  Even when the fluctuation special chart is the second special figure, a predetermined range of determined values different from the case where the fluctuation special figure is the first special figure may be assigned to the “surprise” jackpot type. Good. For example, when the fluctuation special chart is the second special figure, a smaller decision value may be assigned to the “surprise” jackpot type than when the fluctuation special chart is the first special figure. Alternatively, regardless of whether the fluctuation special chart is the first special chart or the second special chart, the jackpot type may be determined with reference to the common table data.

  Subsequently, the CPU 103 determines the jackpot type as one of a plurality of types (step S244). The CPU 103 reads the numerical data indicating the random number value MR2 for determining the big hit type included in the gaming random number temporarily stored in the random number buffer for variation in step S232 or S236 from the random number buffer for variation, and the jackpot read from the random number buffer for variation Select one of the jackpot types assigned to the decision value that matches the random value MR2 by referring to the jackpot type determination table set in the use table based on the numerical data indicating the random number value MR2 for determining the type do it.

  After executing the process of step S244, the CPU 103 stores the jackpot type (step S243). The CPU 103 stores a jackpot type buffer setting value indicating the determination result of the jackpot type in a jackpot type buffer provided in a predetermined area (for example, a game control buffer setting unit) of the RAM 102 (for example, “0” in the case of “non-probable change”). ”And“ 1 ”in the case of“ probability change ”), the jackpot type may be stored.

  When it is determined that the special figure display result is not “big hit” (step S241; No), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the special figure display result is “small hit” (step S246). When it is determined that the special figure display result is “small hit” (step S246; Yes), the CPU 103 sets a small hit flag provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 to an ON state (step S247).

  After executing the process of step S247, after executing the process of step S245, or when determining that the special figure display result is not “small hit” in the process of step S246 (step S246; No) The CPU 103 determines a confirmed special symbol that is a variable display result of the special symbol in the special symbol game (step S248). For example, if it is determined in step S241 that the special figure display result is “big hit”, the CPU 103 determines a plurality of types of big hit symbols according to the determination result of the big hit type in step S244 (according to the big hit type buffer setting value). As one of the predetermined special symbols, the fixed special symbol is determined. If it is determined in step S246 that the special figure display result is “small hit”, the CPU 103 determines one of the special symbols predetermined as the small hit symbol as a confirmed special symbol. On the other hand, when it is determined in step S246 that the special symbol display result is not “small hit”, the CPU 103 determines a special symbol predetermined as a lost symbol as a confirmed special symbol.

  After executing the process of step S248, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special figure process flag to “1” (step S249), and then ends the special symbol normal process. When the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “1” in step S245, when the next timer interrupt occurs, the variation pattern setting process in step S111 shown in FIG. 4 is executed.

  In the process of step S235, if it is determined that the number of reserved memories of the special figure game using the first special figure is “0” (step S235; Yes), the CPU 103 performs a predetermined demonstration display setting ( Step S250), the special symbol normal process is terminated. In this demonstration display setting, for example, an effect control command (customer waiting demonstration designation command) for designating demonstration display (demonstration screen display) by displaying a predetermined effect image on the image display device 5 is produced from the main board 11. It is determined whether or not transmission to the control board 12 has been completed. At this time, if the transmission has been completed, the demonstration display setting is ended as it is. On the other hand, if it has not been transmitted, after setting the transmission of the customer waiting demonstration designation command, the demonstration display setting is terminated. The effect control board 12 displays a demonstration screen when a customer waiting demonstration designation command is transmitted.

  The variation pattern setting process of step S111 shown in FIG. 4 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “1”. This variation pattern setting process includes a process of determining a variation pattern as one of a plurality of types based on a result of prior determination as to whether or not the variable display result is “big hit”. Since the variation pattern designates the content (variable display mode) of the variable display of the decorative design, the content of the variable display of the decorative design is determined by this determination. The variable display time for special symbols and decorative symbols is set in advance corresponding to the variation pattern. Therefore, by determining the variation pattern in the variation pattern setting process, the variable display time (special diagram variation time) from the start of variable symbol special display until the finalized special symbol resulting in variable display is derived is determined. Is done. Further, the variation pattern setting process may include a process of performing setting for starting the variation of the special symbol in the special symbol display device 4. When the variation pattern setting process is executed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “2”.

  FIG. 11 is a flowchart showing an example of the variation pattern setting process executed in step S111 shown in FIG. When the variation pattern setting process is started, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the specific variation period flag is in an on state (step S261). The specific variation period flag is set to step S353 in the specific variation period setting process shown in FIG. 16 to be described later when the small hit flag is set to the on state in response to the special chart display result being “small hit”. It is set to the on state by the process. Thereafter, when it is determined in the process of step S356 that the number of changes in the specific change period (the number of executions of the special figure game) has reached the period end determination value (step S356; Yes), the process of step S357 is performed for the specific change period. The flag is cleared and turned off. In other words, the specific variation period is from the end of the small hit gaming state until the specific number of special game is executed, and the specific variation period flag is set to ON during the specific variation period.

  When it is determined that the specific variation period flag is in an off state (step S261; No), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the big hit flag is in an on state (step S262). If it is determined that the big hit flag is in the on state (step S262; Yes), the CPU 103 selects and sets the big hit fluctuation pattern determination table as a table used to determine any of the plurality of types of fluctuation patterns. (Step S263). Thereafter, the CPU 103 identifies the jackpot type (step S264). The CPU 103 only has to specify whether the big hit type is “non-probability change”, “probability change”, or “surprise change” by reading the big hit type buffer value stored in the RAM 102, for example.

  When it is determined in the process of step S262 that the big hit flag is in an off state (step S262; No), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the small hit flag is in an on state (step S265). If it is determined that the small hit flag is in the on state (step S265; Yes), the CPU 103 selects a small hit fluctuation pattern determination table as a table used for determining one of a plurality of types of fluctuation patterns. Is set (step S266). On the other hand, when it is determined that the small hit flag is in the off state (step S265; No), the CPU 103 identifies the gaming state (step S267). For example, if the CPU 103 specifies whether or not the time reduction control is performed in which the game state is the certain change state or the time reduction state according to whether or not the time reduction flag provided in the RAM 102 is in the on state, Good. Then, as a table used to determine the variation pattern as one of a plurality of types, the loss variation pattern determination table corresponding to the specified short-time state or non-short-time state (normal state) which is the specified gaming state is selected and set ( Step S268).

  When it is determined in the process of step S261 that the specific variation period flag is in the on state (step S261; Yes), the CPU 103 determines that the big hit flag is in the on state as in the case where it is determined that the specific variation period flag is in the off state. It is determined whether or not (step S269). If it is determined that the big hit flag is in the on state (step S269; Yes), the CPU 103 selects a big hit specific fluctuation pattern determination table as a table to be used for determining one of a plurality of types of fluctuation patterns. Set (step S270). Thereafter, the CPU 103 identifies the jackpot type (step S271). The CPU 103 only has to specify whether the big hit type is “non-probability change”, “probability change”, or “surprise change” by reading the big hit type buffer value stored in the RAM 102, for example.

  When it is determined in the process of step S269 that the big hit flag is off (step S269; No), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the small hit flag is on (step S272). If it is determined that the small hit flag is in the on state (step S272; Yes), the CPU 103 selects the small hit specific variation pattern determination table as a table used for determining one of a plurality of types of variation patterns. And set (step S273). On the other hand, when it is determined that the small hit flag is in the off state (step S272; No), the CPU 103 specifies the gaming state (step S274). For example, if the CPU 103 specifies whether or not the time reduction control is performed in which the game state is the certain change state or the time reduction state according to whether or not the time reduction flag provided in the RAM 102 is in the on state, Good. Then, as a table used to determine the variation pattern as one of a plurality of types, a loss specific variation pattern determination table corresponding to the specified short-time state or non-short-time state (normal state) that is the specified gaming state is selected and set. (Step S275).

  FIG. 12 shows a specific example of the variation pattern in the present embodiment.

  The variation pattern PA1-1 is selected when the variable display result is “losing”, specifies non-reach (the variable display mode does not become the reach mode), and the special figure variation time is normal. This is a non-reach variation pattern of length.

  The variation pattern PA1-2 is selected when the variable display result is “losing”, designates non-reach (the variable display mode does not become the reach mode), and the special figure variation time than usual. This is a non-reach fluctuation pattern for short time.

  The variation pattern PA2-1 is selected when the variable display result is “losing”, and is a reach variation pattern that designates execution of normal reach.

  The variation pattern PA2-2 is selected when the variable display result is “losing”, and is a reach variation pattern that designates execution of super reach A. The variation pattern PA2-3 is selected when the variable display result is “losing”, and is a reach variation pattern that designates execution of super reach B. The fluctuation pattern PA2-4 is selected when the variable display result is “losing”, and is a reach fluctuation pattern that designates execution of super reach B.

  The fluctuation pattern PB1-1 is selected when the variable display result is “big hit”, and is a reach fluctuation pattern that designates execution of normal reach.

  The fluctuation pattern PB1-2 is selected when the variable display result is “big hit”, and is a reach fluctuation pattern that designates execution of super reach A. The fluctuation pattern PB1-3 is selected when the variable display result is “big hit”, and is a reach fluctuation pattern that designates execution of super reach B. The fluctuation patterns PB1-4 are selected when the variable display result is “big hit”, and are reach fluctuation patterns that specify the execution of super reach B.

  The variation pattern PC1-1 is selected when the variable display result is “surprise big hit” or “small hit”, and the second chance of opening as a definite presentation symbol (for example, “1-3-5”, etc.) This is a fluctuation pattern in the case of deriving and displaying the chance chance). The variation pattern PC1-2 is selected when the variable display result is “surprise big hit” or “small hit”, and after executing the “slip” variable display effect, the second chance of opening is derived and displayed. This is a fluctuation pattern. The fluctuation pattern PC1-3 is selected when the variable display result is “surprise big hit” or “small hit”, and after the pseudo continuous fluctuation is executed once, the fluctuation is derived and displayed for the second opening chance. It is a pattern.

  In the process of step S263 shown in FIG. 11, for example, the big hit variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 13A that is stored in advance in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 is selected. As an example, in the big hit variation pattern determination table, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random value MR3 is determined depending on whether the big hit type is “non-probability change”, “probability change”, or “surprise change”. As long as it is assigned to the determination result of the variation pattern.

  In the process of step S265 shown in FIG. 11, for example, a small hit variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 13B stored in advance in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 is selected. As an example, in the small hit variation pattern determination table, a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the random value MR3 may be assigned to the determination result of the variation pattern.

  In the process of step S268 shown in FIG. 11, for example, the loss variation pattern determination table shown in FIGS. 13C and 13D that is stored in advance in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 is selected. When the gaming state is a non-short-time state (the short-time flag is off), the CPU 103 refers to the loss variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. When the gaming state is the short-time state (the short-time flag is on), the CPU 103 refers to the loss variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. As an example, in each loss variation pattern determination table, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern may be assigned to the determination result of the variation pattern.

  In the loss variation pattern determination tables shown in FIGS. 13C and 13D, the variation pattern PA1-1 having a short special variation time is more easily selected in the short-time state, and the average is larger than that in the non-short-time state. The variable display time can be shortened, and the occurrence of invalid start winnings can be suppressed, and the stoppage of the game ball by the player (so-called “stopping”) can be reduced. Moreover, the execution frequency of variable display can be increased.

  As shown in FIG. 13A, at the big hit (probability / non-probability change), the determined values of the fluctuation patterns PB1-4 for executing the super reach C are the largest, and the fluctuation patterns PB1-3 of the super reach B are The determined values assigned in the order of the fluctuation pattern PB1-2 of the super reach A and the fluctuation pattern PB1-1 of the normal reach are reduced. On the other hand, as shown in FIGS. 13C and 13D, at the time of a loss, the determined value of the non-reach fluctuation pattern PA1-1 is the largest, and the fluctuation of the normal reach fluctuation pattern PA2-1 and the super reach A is changed. The determined values assigned in the order of the pattern PA2-2, the variation pattern PA2-3 of the super reach B, and the variation pattern PA2-4 of the super reach B are reduced. From this, when the super reach C is executed, the variable display result becomes “big hit” at the highest rate. Then, in the order of Super Reach B, Super Reach A, and Normal Reach, the rate at which the variable display result is “big hit” (so-called big hit expectation) decreases.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 13A, at the time of big hit (probability), the determined value of the variation pattern PC1-3 in which the second chance of opening is derived and displayed after the pseudo continuous variation is executed once becomes the largest. In addition, after executing the variable display effect of “slip”, there are few decision values assigned in the order of the variation pattern PC1-2 for deriving and displaying the second opening chance and the variation pattern PC1-1 for deriving and displaying the second opening chance. It has become. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 13B, at the time of a small hit, the determined value of the variation pattern PC1-1 for deriving and displaying the second opening chance is the largest, and the variable display effect of “slip” was executed. The determination value assigned in the order of the variation pattern PC1-2 for derivation and display of the second chance of opening later and the variation pattern PC1-3 for derivation and display of the second chance of release after executing the pseudo continuous variation once becomes smaller. Yes. Therefore, when the variation pattern PC1-3 in which the second opening chance is derived and displayed after the pseudo continuous variation is executed once, the variable display result is likely to be “big hit (surprise)”. When the variation pattern PC1-1 for deriving and displaying the second opening chance is executed, the variable display result tends to be “small hit”.

  In the process of step S270 shown in FIG. 11, for example, the big hit specific variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 14A stored in advance in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 is selected. As an example, in the big hit variation pattern determination table, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random value MR3 is determined depending on whether the big hit type is “non-probability change”, “probability change”, or “surprise change”. As long as it is assigned to the determination result of the variation pattern.

  In the process of step S272 shown in FIG. 11, for example, the small hit specific variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 14B stored in advance in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 is selected. As an example, in the small hit variation pattern determination table, a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the random value MR3 may be assigned to the determination result of the variation pattern.

  In the process of step S275 shown in FIG. 11, for example, the loss specific variation pattern determination table shown in FIGS. 14C and 14D stored in advance in a predetermined area of the ROM 101 is selected. When the gaming state is the non-short-time state (the short-time flag is off), the CPU 103 refers to the loss specific variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. When the gaming state is the short-time state (the short-time flag is on), the CPU 103 refers to the loss specific variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. As an example, in each loss variation pattern determination table, a numerical value (decision value) to be compared with the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern may be assigned to the determination result of the variation pattern.

  Here, the big hit variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 13 (A) and the small hit variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 13 (B), the big hit variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 14 (A) and FIG. 14 (B). In the jackpot variation pattern determination table shown, the determination value assigned to each variation pattern is the same. Therefore, regardless of whether or not it is the specific fluctuation period, as described above, when Super Reach C is executed, the variable display result becomes “big hit” at the highest rate, and Super Reach B, Super Reach A, In the order of normal reach, the rate at which the variable display result is “big hit” (so-called big hit expectation) decreases. In addition, when the variation pattern PC1-3 in which the second chance of opening is derived and displayed after the pseudo continuous fluctuation is executed once, the variable display result is likely to be “big hit (surprise)” and released twice. When the variation pattern PC1-1 for derivation and display of chances is executed, the variable display result tends to be “small hit”.

  On the other hand, when the loss variation pattern determination table (non-time reduction state) shown in FIG. 13C is compared with the loss specific variation pattern determination table (non-time reduction state) shown in FIG. The decision values assigned to each variation pattern except -4 are different. Specifically, the determination values assigned to the normal reach variation pattern PA2-1, the super reach A variation pattern PA2-2, the super reach B variation pattern PA2-3, and the super reach C variation pattern PA2-4, respectively. Is greater in the loss specific variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 14C than in the loss variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. Further, the determination value assigned to the non-reach variation pattern PA1-1 is smaller in the loss specific variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 14C than in the loss variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. ing. Note that the decision values assigned to the variation pattern PA2-4 of the super reach C are the same in both tables.

  Further, comparing the loss variation pattern determination table (time reduction state) shown in FIG. 13D with the loss specific variation pattern determination table (non-time reduction state) shown in FIG. 14D, FIG. 13C and FIG. As in the case of (C), the determination values assigned to the respective variation patterns except for the variation pattern PA2-4 of the super reach C are different. Specifically, the determination values assigned to the normal reach variation pattern PA2-1, the super reach A variation pattern PA2-2, the super reach B variation pattern PA2-3, and the super reach C variation pattern PA2-4, respectively. Is greater in the loss specific variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 14D than in the loss variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. Further, the determination value assigned to the non-reach variation pattern PA1-2 is smaller in the loss specific variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 14D than in the loss variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. ing. Note that the decision values assigned to the variation pattern PA2-4 of the super reach C are the same in both tables.

  FIG. 15 is a diagram schematically showing the ratio of the determined values assigned to each variation pattern in the variation pattern determination table that is referred to in order to determine the variation pattern when the variable display result is “losing”. FIGS. 15A to 15D respectively show the ratio of the determined value of each variation pattern in the loss variation pattern determination table for the short-time state shown in FIG. 13D, and for the non-short-time state shown in FIG. Of the variation values in the loss variation pattern determination table of FIG. 14, the proportion of the determination values of the variation patterns in the loss specific variation pattern determination table for the short-time state in the specific variation period shown in FIG. The ratio of the determined value of each variation pattern in the loss specific variation pattern determination table for the non-short-time state during the specific variation period shown in (C) is shown.

  As shown in FIGS. 15 (A) and 15 (B), the decision values assigned to normal reach other than non-reach, super reach A (SPA), super reach B (SPB), and super reach (SPC) are kept low. It has been. On the other hand, as shown in FIGS. 15C and 15D, during the specific fluctuation period, the determined values assigned to normal reach, super reach A (SPA), and super reach B (SPB) are increased. However, with respect to Super Reach A (SPC), there is no change in the determined value assigned between the normal time and the specific fluctuation period.

  Thus, during the specific variation period, when the variable display result is “losing”, the proportion of variation patterns with reach effects other than Super Reach C increases, and non-reach variation patterns are performed. The ratio is lower. On the other hand, the variation pattern of the super reach C that has the highest possibility of the variable display result being “big hit” is executed at the same rate as the normal time even in the specific variation period. Thereby, the big hit reliability can be ensured even in the specific fluctuation period.

  Returning to the description of the flowchart of the variation pattern setting process shown in FIG. 11, after executing any of the processes of steps S264, S266, S268, S271, S273, and S275, the CPU 103 determines the variation pattern based on the random number value MR3. (Step S276). The CPU 103 matches the random value MR3 by referring to the set variation pattern determination table, for example, based on numerical data indicating the variation pattern determination random value MR3 stored in the variation random number buffer or the like. The variation pattern assigned to the determined value may be determined as the current variation pattern.

  After executing the process of step S276, the CPU 103 sets a special figure variation time (also referred to as a variation time), which is a special symbol variable display time (step S277). The special figure change time, which is the variable display time of the special symbol, is the time required from the start of the change of the special symbol in the special figure game until the fixed special symbol that becomes the variable display result (special display result) is derived and displayed. It is. As shown in FIG. 12, the special figure fluctuation time is determined in advance corresponding to a plurality of fluctuation patterns prepared in advance. The CPU 103 can set a timing at which a special symbol or decorative symbol variable display result is derived by setting a special symbol variation time corresponding to the variation pattern determined in step S276. The special figure change time is set by, for example, setting a timer value corresponding to the special figure change time in a game control process timer provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102.

  Subsequent to the processing in step S277, the CPU 103 performs a special game using the first special game on the first special symbol display device 4A and a special game using the second special game on the second special symbol display device 4B. Among these, setting for starting the change of the special symbol is performed so as to start one of the special game where the start condition is satisfied (step S278). For example, if the variable special symbol designation buffer value is “1”, the CPU 103 performs setting to transmit a drive signal for updating the display of the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A. On the other hand, if the variable special symbol designation buffer value is “2”, a setting is made to transmit a drive signal for updating the display of the second special symbol in the second special symbol display device 4B. Thereby, a special figure game is started.

  After executing the process of step S278, the CPU 103 issues a command (variation start command) at the start of the variation of the special symbol in order to notify the effect control board 12 of the special diagram display result and the variation pattern determination result. Transmission setting is performed (step S279). For example, when the variation special figure designation buffer value is “1”, the CPU 103 sends the first variation start designation command, the variation pattern designation command ( A command including EXT data indicating the variation pattern determined in step S262 or S263), a display result specifying command (a command including EXT data indicating the variable display result determined in step S244), a first special figure reserved memory number specifying command ( The first special figure reserved memory count value decremented by 1 in step S237, that is, a command including EXT data indicating the first special figure reserved memory number when one reserved memory is consumed when the special figure game is started. Perform transmission settings for sequential transmission. On the other hand, when the variation special figure designation buffer value is “2”, the CPU 103 sends a second variation start designation command, a variation pattern designation command ( A command including EXT data indicating the variation pattern determined in step S262 or S263), a display result specifying command (a command including EXT data indicating the variable display result determined in step S248), a second special figure reserved memory number specifying command ( The second special figure reserved memory count value decremented by 1 in step S233, that is, a command including EXT data indicating the second special figure reserved memory count when one reserved memory is consumed when the special figure game is started. Perform transmission settings for sequential transmission.

  After executing the process of step S279, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special figure process flag to “2” (step S280), and then ends the variation pattern setting process. When the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “2” in step S280, when the next timer interruption occurs, the special symbol variation process in step S112 shown in FIG. 4 is executed.

  The special symbol variation process of step S112 shown in FIG. 4 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “2”. This special symbol variation process includes a process of subtracting 1 from the timer value of the game control process timer. Then, when the timer value of the game control process timer (the timer value after subtracting 1) is not 0, the special figure variation time has not elapsed, so control for executing variable display of the special figure game (for example, the first 1st special symbol display device by performing a control to transmit a display signal of 1 special figure or 2nd special figure (including an update for maintaining the display of special symbols for a predetermined time as appropriate). In 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B, a process for changing the special symbol is performed, and the special symbol changing process is terminated. On the other hand, when the timer value of the game control process timer becomes 0 and the elapsed time from the start of the special symbol variation reaches the special symbol variation time, the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display In the device 4B, the variation of the special symbol is stopped, and the fixed special symbol (the fixed special symbol set in step S110) that is the variable symbol display result is stopped (derived display) (the fixed special symbol is displayed for a predetermined time) In addition, when the display is stopped, the symbol confirmation designation command is set to be transmitted, and the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “3”. By repeatedly executing step S112 each time a timer interrupt occurs, special symbol variable display, fixed special symbol derivation display, and the like are realized.

  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 CPU 103 determines whether or not the big hit flag is on. When the big hit flag is on, the time reduction flag and the probability variation flag are reset (turned off), and the remaining number of variable displays executed in the time reduction state provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102 (time reduction remaining number) ) Is counted. The count value of the short time counter is counted as “0”. Then, a timer value corresponding to the fanfare waiting time (the waiting time from the start to the end of the fanfare in the big hit gaming state, which is a predetermined time) is set as an initial value in the game control process timer. Then, “15” is set as an initial value in a round number counter provided in the RAM 102 for counting round games. After that, it is set to send a hit start designation command and a gaming state designation command for designating the current gaming state (in this case, a command for designating the normal state), and the special figure process flag is updated to “4”. The symbol stop process is terminated. Since the gaming state is changed after the big hit gaming state, it is not necessary to transmit the gaming state designation command here.

  FIG. 16 is a flowchart showing an example of the special symbol stop process executed in step S113 of FIG. 4 as the special symbol stop process. In the special symbol stop process shown in FIG. 16, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the special figure confirmation display flag is on (step S321). For example, the CPU 103 may determine whether or not it is in an on state by referring to a special figure confirmation display flag provided in a predetermined area (such as a game control flag setting unit) of the RAM 102. Here, the special figure finalizing display flag corresponds to the process of step S325 to be described later in response to the fixed special symbol that becomes the variable display result (special figure display result) in the special figure game being stopped (derived display). Is set to the on state.

  When it is determined in the process of step S321 that the special figure fixed display flag is off (step S321; No), the CPU 103 performs setting for deriving and displaying the fixed special symbol (step S322). In addition, the CPU 103 performs setting for transmitting an effect control command corresponding to the symbol determination to the effect control board 12 (step S323). In the process of step S323, for example, setting data indicating the storage address in the ROM 101 of the symbol determination command table prepared in advance for transmitting the symbol determination command to the effect control board 12 is transmitted by the transmission command pointer in the transmission command buffer. It only needs to be stored in the specified buffer area. Subsequently, the CPU 103 sets a predetermined time (for example, 1000 milliseconds) as a special figure confirmation display time (step S324). In the process of step S324, for example, a timer initial value determined in advance corresponding to the special figure confirmation display time is set in a game control process timer provided in a predetermined area (such as a game control timer setting unit) of the RAM 102. Just do it. Then, the CPU 103 sets the special figure confirmation display flag to the on state (step S325), and ends the special symbol stop process. In this way, after the fixed special symbol is derived and displayed by the process of step S322, until the special graphic fixed display time set in the process of step S324 elapses, the special symbol in the special symbol process is generated according to the occurrence of the timer interrupt. Each time the stop process is executed, it is determined in the process of step S321 that the special figure fixed display flag is on.

  When it is determined in the process of step S321 that the special figure confirmation display flag is on (step S321; Yes), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the special figure confirmation display time has elapsed (step S326). For example, the CPU 103 reads a game control process timer value that is a stored value of the game control process timer in which the timer initial value is set by the process of step S324, and depending on whether or not the timer value becomes “0”, It may be determined whether or not the special figure confirmation display time has elapsed. If the timer value is a value other than “0”, the game control process timer value is updated so that 1 is subtracted every time the game control timer interrupt process is executed based on the occurrence of the timer interrupt. That's fine. If it is determined in step S286 that the special figure confirmation display time has not elapsed (step S326; No), the CPU 103 waits until the special figure confirmation display time has elapsed by terminating the special symbol stop process. On the other hand, when it is determined in the process of step S326 that the special figure confirmation display time has elapsed (step S326; Yes), the CPU 103 clears the special figure confirmation display flag and sets it to an off state (step S327).

  After executing the process of step S326, the CPU 103 executes a specific variation period setting process (step S327). FIG. 16 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the specific variation period setting process executed in step S327. In the specific variation period setting process shown in FIG. 16, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the small hit flag is on (step S351). When it is determined that the small hit flag is in the on state (step S351; Yes), a setting for setting the specific variation period after the small hit gaming state is completed (step S352). For example, the CPU 103 sets an upper limit value (for example, 40) of the special figure game that can be executed before the end of the specific change period as the specific change period end determination value. The CPU 103 may set a predetermined numerical value prepared in advance as the specific variation period end determination value. Alternatively, the CPU 103 may determine a specific variation period end determination value from among a plurality of special figure game times prepared in advance. In this case, a specific variation period end determination value determination table prepared in advance is selected and set in the use table. In the specific variation period end determination value determination table, a numerical value (determination value) to be compared with the random number value for determining the specific variation period end determination value may be assigned to a plurality of special figure game times. In addition, when the special figure display result is “small hit” and set so as to determine a plurality of types, a specific variation period end determination value that differs depending on the type is determined and set. Also good. Thereafter, the CPU 103 sets the specific variation period flag to the on state (step S353).

  In the process of step S351, when it is determined that the small hit flag is in the off state (step S351; No), the CPU 103 determines whether or not the specific variation period flag is in the on state (step S354). When it is determined that the specific variation period flag is off (step S354; No), the CPU 103 ends the specific variation period setting process. On the other hand, when it is determined that the specific variation period flag is on (step S354; Yes), the CPU 103 adds 1 to the count value of the specific variation counter (step S355). The specific variation counter is a counter provided in a predetermined area (such as a game control counter setting unit) of the RAM 102 that counts the number of special-purpose games executed until the specific variation period ends.

  After executing step S355, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the count value of the updated specific variation counter has reached the period end determination value (step S356). When it determines with not having reached the period end determination value (step S356; No), CPU103 complete | finishes a specific fluctuation period setting process. On the other hand, when it is determined that the period end determination value has been reached (step S356; Yes), the CPU 103 clears the count value of the specific variation counter and initializes the value to “0” (step S357). Subsequently, the CPU 103 clears the specific variation period flag and turns it off (step S358). After executing step S358, the CPU 103 ends the specific variation period setting process.

  Returning to the description of the flowchart of the special symbol stop process shown in FIG. 15, after executing the process of step S328, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the big hit flag is in an ON state (step S329). When it is determined that the big hit flag is in the ON state (step S329; Yes), the CPU 103 sets a big hit start production waiting time (step S330). For example, in the process of step S282, 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. Subsequently, the CPU 103 performs a setting for transmitting an effect control command that becomes a big hit start specifying command by setting EXT data among the hit start specifying commands from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 (step S331). .

  After executing the process of step S331, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the time reduction control is being performed (step S332). The CPU 103 may determine whether or not the time reduction control is being performed according to whether or not the time reduction flag provided in the RAM 102 is on. When it is determined that the time reduction control is being performed (step S332; Yes), the CPU 103 reads the big hit type buffer value (step S333), and the big hit type is any of "non-probability change", "probability change", and "surprising change". To identify. Next, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the identified jackpot type is “probable” (step S334).

  In the process of step S334, when it is determined that the hit type is “surprise” (step S334; Yes), the CPU 103 determines that the special figure display result is “big hit” and the hit type is “surprise” during the time-saving control. Corresponding to being controlled to a certain short-term open big hit state, a short / medium hit probability flag provided in a predetermined area (such as a game control flag setting unit) of the RAM 102 is set to an on state (step S335). In this way, by setting the short / medium rush accuracy flag to the ON state, in response to the “probability big hit” during the execution of the short time control, the short time accuracy change state where the time reduction control is performed together with the probability change control after completion of the short-term open big hit state. It is possible to shift to (high accuracy and high base state).

  When it is determined in step S332 that the time reduction control is not being performed (step S332; No), when it is determined in step S334 that the big hit type is not “probable” (step S334; No), or in step S335 After executing the process, the CPU 103 clears the big hit flag and turns it off (step S336). Further, the CPU 103 performs a setting for ending the probability variation control and the time reduction control in response to the special figure display result being “big hit” (step S337). For example, in the process of step S337, 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”. Thereafter, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special figure process flag to “4” which is a value corresponding to the big hit release pre-processing (step S338), and then ends the special symbol stop processing.

  In the process of step S329, when it is determined that the big hit flag is in the off state (step S329; No), the CPU 103 determines whether the small hit flag is in the on state (step S339). When it is determined that the small hit flag is on (step S339; Yes), the CPU 103 sets a small hit start production waiting time (step S340). For example, in the process of step S340, a timer initial value determined in advance corresponding to the small hitting start time production waiting time may be set in the game control process timer. Subsequently, the CPU 103 performs setting for transmitting an effect control command that becomes a small hit start specifying command by setting the EXT data among the hit start specifying commands from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 (step S341). ). Further, the CPU 103 clears the small hit flag and turns it off (step S342). Thereafter, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special figure process flag to “8”, which is a value corresponding to the small hit pre-release processing (step S343).

  In the process of step S339, when it is determined that the small hit flag is in the off state (step S339; No), the CPU 103 initializes the value of the special figure process flag to “0” (step S344). After executing one of the processes in steps S343 and S344, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the probability variation control or the time-shortening control is to be ended (step S345). For example, in the process of step S345, it is determined whether or not the time reduction flag is on. If it is on, “1” is subtracted from the count value of the time reduction counter. Thereafter, it is determined whether or not the count value after subtracting “1” is “0”. If the count value is “0”, the time-short end condition for ending the time-short state is satisfied (that is, Since a predetermined number of variable displays that can be executed in the state has been executed), the time reduction flag is turned off to end the time reduction state. Thereafter, a transmission setting for transmitting a gaming state designation command (here, a command for designating a high-accuracy low-base state) is performed based on the current gaming state. If the time flag is off, the count value after subtracting “1” is not “0”, or after the game state designation command transmission is set, the special process flag value is updated to “0”, etc. Then, the special symbol stop process is finished.

  The big hit release pre-processing in step S114 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “4”. In the big hit release pre-processing, for example, 1 is subtracted from the timer value of the game control process timer. If the timer value after the subtraction is not “0”, the fanfare waiting time has not yet elapsed, so the big hit release pre-processing ends. When the timer value after subtraction is “0”, the fanfare waiting time has elapsed and the round game start timing has come. In this case, the process of starting the execution of the round game in the big hit gaming state and opening the grand prize opening (for example, the process of transmitting the solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the big prize opening door), the big prize opening For example, processing for setting a timer value corresponding to the upper limit (29 seconds in this case) of the period for setting the game control process timer to the game control process timer is executed. When the process for opening the special winning opening is executed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “5”. By repeating step S114 every time a timer interrupt occurs, waiting until the start timing of the round game (waiting until the end of the fanfare), opening of the big prize opening, and the like are realized.

  The big hit release processing in step S115 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “5”. In the big hit release process, the timer value of the game control process timer is decremented by 1, the timer value after decrementing by 1, the number of game balls detected by the count switch 23 in one round game (switch process) In this case, the prize winning opening is changed from the open state to the closed state (or partially) based on a counter (provided in the RAM 102) that counts 1 each time the count switch 23 is determined to be on. For example, a process for determining whether or not it is time to return to an open state.

  When it is determined that the timer value after subtraction of 1 has reached 0, or the number of detected game balls (count value of the counter) has reached a predetermined number (for example, 9), Since it is time to close, the process of returning the prize winning opening to the closed state (for example, the process of stopping transmitting the solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the prize winning door and turning off the solenoid 82), Processing to set the timer value corresponding to the closing period of the big prize opening (a round game interval period, a preset period) in the game control process timer, processing to subtract the count value of the round number counter, etc. Executed. If the timer value after subtracting 1 does not become 0 and the number of detected game balls has not reached the predetermined number, a process for maintaining the open state of the big prize opening (for example, the solenoid drive signal Etc.), and the process during the big hit release is completed. When the special winning opening is returned to the closed state, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “6”. By repeating step S115 every time a timer interrupt occurs, the open state of the big prize opening is maintained until the timing for returning the big prize opening from the open state to the closed state.

  The big hit release post-processing in step S116 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “6”. In the processing after the big hit release, processing for determining whether or not the count value of the round number counter has become “0”, processing for decrementing the timer value of the game control process timer by 1 when it is not “0”, and the like are performed. Is called.

  If it is determined that the count value of the round number counter is “0”, it means that the round game has reached the upper limit number of times, so the ending waiting time (start of ending in the big hit gaming state) Is a waiting time until the end of the game, and a timer value corresponding to a predetermined time) is set in the game control process timer. In addition, a setting for transmitting a hit end designation command is performed, and processing for updating the special figure process flag to “7” is also performed.

  When the process of decrementing the timer value of the game control process timer by 1 is performed, it is determined whether the timer value after decrementing by 1 is 0. If not, it is not the start timing of the round game, so the closed state Is maintained, and the processing after the big hit release ends. If it is 0, it is the start timing of the round game, so the timer value corresponding to the upper limit (29 seconds in this case) of the process for opening the big winning opening and the period for opening the big winning opening. A process for setting the game control process timer is executed. When the process for opening the special winning opening is executed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “5”.

  Each round game is realized by repeatedly executing S115 and S116 after the big winning opening is opened in step S114 every time a timer interrupt occurs.

  The jackpot end process in step S117 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “7”. In the big hit end process, a process of decrementing the timer value of the game control process timer by 1 is performed. If the timer value decremented by 1 is not 0, the ending has not ended, and the jackpot end processing is ended as it is. When the timer value decremented by 1 reaches 0, the ending is completed. Therefore, depending on the big hit type (big hit type buffer setting value) stored in the big hit type buffer, the short time flag, short time counter, probability change flag, etc. Set the state.

  For example, if the big hit type is “probability change”, the time reduction flag and the probability change flag are turned on, and “100” is set as a count initial value in the time reduction counter provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 102. If the big hit type is “non-probable change”, only the hour / hour flag is turned on, and “100” is set as the initial count value in the hour / hour counter. In the jackpot end processing, after such setting, a transmission setting for transmitting a gaming state designation command for designating a gaming state corresponding to the setting is performed, and various data such as a gaming control process timer and a jackpot type buffer setting value (next value) The display of the special figure process flag is updated to “0”.

  The small hit release pre-processing in step S118 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “8”. This small hit release pre-processing includes the fact that the variable display result is “small hit” and the timing for opening the big prize opening (for example, the small hit start start waiting time set above) And the like, etc.), etc.), and the process of starting the measurement of the elapsed time from the open state is included. In addition, in the small hit opening pre-processing, for example, as in the case where the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “surprise”, the upper limit of the period during which the big winning opening is opened is set to “0.1 second”. ”Or the like is set to the small hit gaming state. When the process for opening the special winning opening is performed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “9”. By repeatedly performing step S118, waiting is performed until the special winning opening is opened.

  The small hit releasing process in step S119 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “9”. This small hit opening process includes a process of measuring the elapsed time since the big winning opening is in the open state, the measured elapsed time, the number of game balls detected by the count switch 23, and the like. Processing for determining whether or not it is time to return the mouth from the open state to the closed state (or may be partly open state), and timing to return the special winning opening from the open state to the closed state (the game ball The winning prize opening is returned to the closed state when it is determined that the number of the game reaches a predetermined number (for example, 9) or the elapsed time reaches the upper limit period set in step S118. Processing is included. And when returning the grand prize opening to the closed state, a process for determining whether or not the number of times of opening has reached a predetermined upper limit number, or a timing when the grand prize opening is returned to the closed state when the upper limit number is not reached A process for measuring the elapsed time from the time, a process for opening the special winning opening again when the measured elapsed time reaches a preset time, and the like are executed. When the number of opening of the big prize opening reaches the upper limit number, a setting is made to transmit a small hit gaming state end command which is a control command for notifying that the small hit gaming state has ended, and the value of the special figure process flag is 10 ". The command set to be transmitted is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12, for example, by executing the above-described command control process after the special symbol process is completed.

  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. This includes a process of waiting until it elapses (ending the small hit end process until the waiting time elapses). Here, when the small hit gaming state is finished, the state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 before the small hit gaming state is continued without changing the state of the probability change flag and the short time flag. When the waiting time at the end of the small hit gaming state has elapsed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “0”.

  Next, main operations in the effect control board 12 will be described.

  In the effect control board 12, when the supply of the power supply voltage is received from the power supply board or the like, the effect control CPU 120 is activated to execute a predetermined effect control main process. When the production control main process is started, the production control CPU 120 first executes a predetermined initialization process, clears the RAM 122, sets various initial values, and CTC (counter / timer mounted on the production control board 12). Circuit) register setting, etc. Thereafter, it is determined whether or not a timer interrupt flag provided in a predetermined area (for example, an effect control flag setting unit) of the RAM 122 is turned on. The timer interrupt flag is set to the on state every time a predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds) elapses, for example, based on the CTC register setting. At this time, if the timer interrupt flag is off, the process waits.

  On the side of the effect control board 12, an interrupt for receiving an effect control command from the main board 11 is generated separately from the timer interrupt that occurs every time a predetermined time elapses. This interruption is, for example, an interruption that occurs when 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 effect control CPU 120 automatically sets the interrupt prohibition, but if a CPU that does not automatically enter the interrupt disabled state is used, It is desirable to issue a prohibition instruction (DI instruction). The effect control CPU 120 executes, for example, a predetermined command reception interrupt process in response to an interrupt caused when the effect control INT signal is turned on. In this command reception interrupt process, a control signal that becomes an effect control command from a predetermined input port that receives a control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15 among the input ports included in the I / O 125. Capture. The effect control command captured at this time is stored in an effect control command reception buffer provided in the RAM 122, for example. Thereafter, the effect control CPU 120 ends the command reception interrupt processing after setting the interrupt permission.

  If the timer interrupt flag is on, the timer interrupt flag is cleared and turned off, and command analysis processing is executed. In the command analysis processing, for example, after the various effect control commands transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 of the main board 11 and stored in the effect control command receiving buffer are read, the read effect control commands are read out. Settings and control corresponding to are performed.

  After executing the command analysis process, the effect control process is executed. In the effect control process, for example, various operations such as an effect image display operation 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 light emitter such as the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED, and the like. With respect to the control content of the rendering operation using the rendering device, determination, determination, setting, etc. according to the rendering control command transmitted from the main board 11 are performed. Subsequent to the effect control process, an effect random number update process is performed, and numerical data indicating the effect random numbers counted by the random counter in the RAM 122 is updated by software as various random values used for effect control. Thereafter, it is determined again whether or not the timer interrupt flag is on.

  FIG. 18 is a flowchart illustrating an example of command analysis processing. In the command analysis process, the effect control CPU 120 receives a start winning command (start opening winning designation command, special figure reserved memory number designation command, symbol judgment result designation command, variation pattern judgment result designation command) from the main board 11. It is determined whether there has been (step S401).

  When it is determined that the start winning command is received (step S401; Yes), the received command is stored in the starting winning command buffer (step S402). When a first start opening winning designation command or a first special figure reserved memory number designation command is received as a start winning command, a start winning command (first starting opening prize designation command, first special figure reserved memory number designation command) , Symbol determination result designation command, variation pattern judgment result designation command) are stored in a first start winning command buffer provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122. When a second start port winning designation command or a second special figure reserved memory number designation command is received as a start winning command, a start winning command (second start opening prize designation command, second special figure reserved memory number designation command) , Symbol determination result designation command, variation pattern judgment result designation command) is stored in a second start winning command buffer provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122.

  FIG. 19A shows a configuration example of the first start winning command buffer. In the first start winning command buffer, various command data constituting the start winning reception command received at the first start winning is stored. In the first start winning command buffer, storage areas (corresponding to each of the hold display numbers 1 to 4) that can store various data corresponding to the maximum value (for example, 4) of the first special figure hold storage number (for example, 4) Area) is provided. In addition, a storage area (area corresponding to the hold display number 0) capable of storing various data corresponding to the active display (variable display corresponding display) corresponding to the variable display being executed is provided.

  When there is a start prize at the first start prize opening, four commands of a first start opening prize designation command, a first special figure hold storage designation command, a symbol determination result designation command, and a variation pattern judgment result designation command are set to 1 The set effect control command (start winning prize command) is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. In addition to the first start opening winning designation command, the first special figure hold memory designation command, the symbol determination result designation command, and the variation pattern judgment result designation command, other information is held in the first start prize command buffer. A storage area is secured so that the information can be stored in association with the stored information.

  The effect control CPU 120 stores data for specifying the start winning command from the top of the empty area of the first start winning command buffer in accordance with the receiving order. The empty area of the first start winning command buffer, that is, the data in the area where no data is stored is “0000 (H)”. Therefore, when the start winning command is received, the effect control CPU 120 corresponds to the smallest hold display number in which the start winning command storage area is all “0000 (H)” in the first start winning command buffer. The effect control command data is stored in the storage area in the order of the first start opening winning designation command, the first special figure hold storage designation command, the symbol determination result designation command, and the variation pattern judgment result designation command.

  The first start winning command buffer is provided with a storage area for storing other information corresponding to each hold display number, and a storage area for storing a display mode change pattern, which will be described later. . The display mode change pattern is a type indicating a change (transition) of the display mode (display color) of the special display including the hold display and the active display. As shown in FIG. 18A, when the display mode change pattern is “0”, the display mode change pattern is not set and the hold notice effect is not executed. The (display color) does not change as “white” in the normal mode.

  Here, FIG. 19C is a configuration example of a variation pattern determination result designation command data correspondence table in which variation pattern determination result designation command data for identifying a variation pattern decision result designation command is associated with a variation pattern determination result. . As shown in FIG. 19C, a unique number corresponding to the variation pattern is assigned to the variation pattern determination result, and that number is set to “XX” in the variation pattern determination result designation command, and the variation pattern is determined. Judgment result designation command data is configured. In the case of “no determination” in which no determination is made at the time of starting winning, “00” is assigned to “XX” in the variation pattern determination result designation command, and the variation pattern determination result designation command data is C500 (H). It is.

  FIG. 19B is a configuration example of the second start winning command buffer. In the second start winning command buffer, various command data constituting the start winning reception command received at the second start winning is stored. The second start winning command buffer has a storage area (corresponding to each of the hold display numbers 1 to 4) in which various data corresponding to the maximum value (for example, 4) of the second special figure hold memory number can be stored. Area) is provided. In addition, a storage area (area corresponding to the hold display number 0) capable of storing various data corresponding to the active display (variable display corresponding display) corresponding to the variable display being executed is provided.

  When there is a start prize at the second start prize opening, four commands of a second start opening prize designation command, a second special figure hold storage designation command, a symbol determination result designation command, and a variation pattern judgment result designation command are set to 1 The set effect control command (start winning prize command) is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. In addition to the second start opening prize designation command, the second special figure hold memory designation command, the symbol determination result designation command, the variation pattern judgment result designation command, other information is held in the second start prize command buffer. A storage area is secured so that the information can be stored in association with the stored information.

  The effect control CPU 120 stores data for specifying the start winning command from the top of the empty area of the second start winning command buffer in accordance with the receiving order. The empty area of the second start winning command buffer, that is, the data in the area where no data is stored is “0000 (H)”. Therefore, when the start winning command is received, the effect control CPU 120 corresponds to the smallest hold display number in which the start winning command storage area is all “0000 (H)” in the second start winning command buffer. The effect control command data is stored in the storage area in the order of the second start opening winning designation command, the first special figure hold storage designation command, the symbol determination result designation command, and the variation pattern judgment result designation command.

  Similarly to the first start winning command buffer, the second start winning command buffer has a storage area for storing other information corresponding to each of the hold display numbers, and displays a display mode change pattern to be described later. A storage area for storing is provided. The display change pattern corresponding to the hold display number “4” shown in FIG. 18B stores “PT4-2-06”, and the special display change is made for the hold display corresponding to the hold display number “4”. It shows that the production is executed.

  Start winning command (start opening winning designation command, reserved memory number designation command, symbol judgment designation command, variation pattern judgment result designation command) stored in the starting prize reception command buffer shown in FIGS. 19 (A) and 19 (B) Based on the above, it is determined whether or not the pre-reading notice effect is to be executed, and the pre-reading notice effect pattern in the case of execution is determined. At this time, if the command at the time of starting winning is missed or inconsistent, the pre-reading notice effect setting is not performed until the variable information of the hold information corresponding to those commands is executed (digested). Limited to If a start winning command is received during a period when the setting of the pre-reading notice effect is restricted (during pre-reading notice restriction), the pre-reading notice effect is not set at the reception timing, and it is not determined. The information is set to “1” (or ON state), and a prefetch notice restriction flag provided in a predetermined area (for example, an effect control flag setting unit) of the RAM 122 is set. In the case of restricting the execution of the pre-reading notice effect, the pre-reading notice effect of all aspects may not be executed for the pre-reading notice effect that targets the variable display corresponding to the start winning that occurred within a predetermined period. Alternatively, the pre-reading notice effect of some aspects may not be executed.

  Returning to the description of the flowchart of the command analysis process shown in FIG. 18, after executing step S402 or when determining that the start winning command is not received (step S401; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines that the game It is determined whether or not a state designation command has been received (step S403). When it is determined that the gaming state designation command has been received (step S403; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 switches the on / off state of the high-accuracy flag and the high base flag based on the contents of the received gaming state designation command. (Step S404).

  The high-accuracy flag is provided, for example, in a predetermined area (for example, an effect control flag setting unit) of the RAM 122, and is turned on in response to the probability-changing state. Corresponding to the switching of the on state / off state, the on state / off state is switched. The high base flag is provided, for example, in a predetermined area (for example, an effect control flag setting unit) of the RAM 122, and is turned on in response to the short time state. Corresponding to the switching of the on state / off state, the on state / off state is switched. For example, when the game state designation command designates the high-accuracy high-base state (for example, designates that the probability variation flag and the time reduction flag are on), the effect control CPU 120 specifies the high-probability flag and the high Both base flags are turned on (if the flag is already on, the on state is maintained. Hereinafter, the on state / off state for both flags are the same). When the gaming state designation command specifies the high probability low base state (for example, when the probability variation flag is on and the time reduction flag is off), the high probability flag is turned on and high base Turn off the flag. When the gaming state designation command specifies the low probability low base state (normal state) (for example, when specifying that the probability variation flag and the time reduction flag are off), both the high probability flag and the high base flag are used. Turn off.

  After executing step S404, or when determining that the start winning command has not been received (step S403; No), the effect control CPU 120 executes other analysis processing (step S405), and the command analysis processing Exit.

  Here, with reference to FIG. 20, the process executed in response to the reception of each effect control command in the command analysis process will be described. The content shown in the item “processing content” shown in FIG. 20 is, for example, the processing executed in step S405. Further, the step number indicated in the item “processing content” indicates the step number in the flowchart shown in FIG. 18 and means that the corresponding step processing is executed. In addition, each reception flag and each storage area indicated in the item “processing content” are provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122. Setting the reception flag means turning on.

  For example, if the received effect control command is a variation pattern command, the effect control CPU 120 stores the received variation pattern command in a variation pattern command storage area formed in the RAM 122. Then, the effect control CPU 120 sets a variation pattern command reception flag.

  Further, for example, when the received effect control command is a display result designation command, the effect control CPU 120 forms the received display result designation command (display result 1 designation command to display result 3 designation command) in the RAM 122. Is stored in the display result specification command storage area.

  FIG. 21 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the effect control process. In the effect control process shown in FIG. 21, the effect control CPU 120 first executes a hold display setting process (step S161).

  FIG. 22 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the hold display setting process. In the present embodiment, as a pre-reading notice effect, a hold display corresponding to a variable display that has not yet started is displayed at the timing of start winning, and when the variable display is started, the hold display is displayed as an active display. The hold notice effect is executed. In addition, a special display change effect for notifying the possibility that the variable display result will be a “big hit” is executed by changing the display color of the special display including the hold display and the active display.

  When the hold display setting process shown in FIG. 22 is started, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not a start winning command is received (step S501). When it is determined that the start winning command is received (step S501; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the pre-reading notice effect is being executed (step S502). The effect control CPU 120 refers to, for example, an on / off state of a pre-reading notice execution flag indicating whether the pre-reading notice is being executed or not, which is provided in advance in a predetermined area (such as an effect control flag setting unit) of the RAM 102. Thus, it may be determined whether or not the pre-reading notice effect is being executed.

  In the process of step S502, when it is determined that the prefetching notice effect is not being executed (step S502; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the prefetching notice effect is being restricted (step S503). For example, the effect control CPU 120 refers to the on / off state of the prefetch notice restriction flag provided in advance in a predetermined area (such as the effect control flag setting unit) of the RAM 102 to determine whether the prefetch notice effect is being restricted. What is necessary is just to determine.

  In the process of step S503, when it is determined that the pre-reading notice effect is not restricted (step S503; No), the effect control CPU 120 has the reserved storage number “3” or “4” and the previous hold. It is determined whether or not the variation pattern determination result designation command corresponding to storage is only one that designates a variation pattern corresponding to non-reach loss (variation pattern determination result designation command C501 (H) or C502 (H)) (step) S504). The effect control CPU 120 is either the first start winning command buffer or the second starting winning command buffer shown in FIGS. 19A and 19B according to the start winning command received in the process of step S501. , The number of pending storage is “3” or “4”, and the variation pattern determination result designation command corresponding to the previous pending storage only designates the variation pattern corresponding to the non-reach loss. Or not. In this embodiment, when the number of reserved memory is 2 or less at the time of starting winning, or when the variation pattern determination result designation command corresponding to the previous reserved memory is to designate a variation pattern corresponding to non-reach loss The special display change effect is not executed as the pre-reading notice effect.

  In the process of step S504, the number of pending storages is “3” or “4”, and the variation pattern determination result designation command corresponding to the previous pending storage only designates the variation pattern corresponding to the non-reach loss. (Step S504; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not to execute the special display change effect as the pre-reading notice effect (step S505). The effect control CPU 120 may determine whether or not to execute the special display change effect with reference to the special display change effect execution determination table shown in FIG. 23 stored in advance in a predetermined area of the ROM 121, for example.

  The special display change effect execution determination table shown in FIG. 23 is a table that is referred to in order to determine whether or not to execute the special display change effect. In the special display change effect execution determination table, “execution” indicating that the special display change effect is executed and “execute” indicating that the special display change effect is not executed according to the variable display result of variable display and the variation pattern A different decision rate is assigned to “None”. As shown in FIG. 23, the highest determination ratio is assigned to “executed” in the variation pattern in which the variable display result is “big hit” and the super reach C is executed. On the other hand, the highest determination ratio is assigned to “no execution” in the non-reach fluctuation pattern in which the variable display result is “losing” and the reach effect is not executed. When the variable display result is “surprise” or “small hit”, the same determination ratio is assigned to “executed” and “not executed” regardless of the variation pattern. When the special display change effect is executed with some or all of the settings related to the determination ratio, the variable display result may be a “big hit” than when the special display change effect is not executed (hit reliability) ) Can be high.

  After executing the process of step S504, the CPU 120 for effect control determines whether or not a special display change effect is executed (step S505). When it is determined that the special display change effect is executed (step S505; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines a display mode change pattern (step S506). The effect control CPU 120 may determine the display mode change pattern with reference to the display mode change pattern determination table shown in FIGS. 24 and 25 stored in advance in a predetermined area of the ROM 121, for example.

  The display mode change pattern determination table shown in FIGS. 24 and 25 is a table that is referred to in order to determine a display mode change pattern that indicates a change in the display color of the hold display or active display that is a target for the special display change effect. is there. These display mode change pattern determination tables are divided according to the number of reserved memories (the hold display number at the time of determining the display mode change pattern of the hold memory that is the target of the special display change effect). Each display mode change pattern determination table includes “losing (non-reach: non-R)”, “losing (normal reach: NR)”, “losing (super reach A: SPA)”, “losing (super reach B: SPB). ), “Loose (Super Reach C: SPC)”, “Big Hit (Normal Reach: NR)”, “Big Hit (Super Reach A: SPA)”, “Big Hit (Super Reach B: SPB)”, “Big Hit (Super Reach) For each variable display result and variation pattern such as “C: SPC)” and “Accuracy / small hit”, a different determination ratio is assigned to each display mode change pattern indicating a change in the display color change mode.

  The hold display is displayed in “white”, which is the normal mode at the start of the hold display accompanying the start winning prize, and can be changed to a different display color by executing the special display change effect every time the display is shifted as the hold memory is consumed. And changes stepwise in the order of “white” → “blue” → “red”. The active display is shifted from the hold display corresponding to the hold display number “1”, and can be changed to a different display color by executing the special display change effect. When changing the display color, only the change to the display color of the upper level is allowed. For example, the intermediate step is omitted and the display color is changed to the display color of the upper level such as “white” → “red”. Is also possible. Of the display colors “white”, “blue”, and “red” for the hold display and active display, “white” has the lowest possibility of the variable display result being “big hit” (so-called big hit expectation) It is assumed that “red” has the highest possibility that the variable display result is “big hit” (expected degree of big hit).

  The display mode change pattern determination table shown in FIG. 24 is a display mode change pattern that is referred to when the number of reserved memories is “4” (when the reserved storage subject to the special display change effect is the reserved display number “4”). In the determination table, a display mode change pattern indicating changes in the display mode of the hold display and the active display corresponding to the hold display numbers “4” to “1” is set. As shown in FIG. 23, in the display mode change pattern, the special display change effect is executed once between the hold display of the hold display number “4” at the time of starting winning and the active display, and the display color changes from “white” to “ Display mode change pattern PT4-1-01 to 04 that changes to "blue", display mode change pattern PT4-1-0 to 08 that changes the display color from "white" to "red", and the hold display number at the time of start winning A special display change effect is executed twice between the hold display of “4” and the active display, and the display color change pattern PT4-2-01˜ changes the display colors in the order of “white”, “blue”, “red”. 06 is set.

  As shown in FIG. 24, the variable display result “losing” generally has a display mode change pattern PT4-1-01 in which the display color of the hold display changes from “white” to “blue” with the hold display number 3. Display mode in which the highest determination ratio is assigned to the display, the display color of the hold display changes from “white” to “blue” with the hold display number 1, and then the display color of the active display changes from “blue” to “red” The lowest determination ratio is assigned to the change pattern PT4-2-06. On the other hand, the variable display results “big hit” and “surprise / small hit” are generally assigned the highest determination ratio to the display mode change pattern PT4-2-06, and the display mode change pattern PT4-1-01 is assigned. The lowest decision percentage is assigned.

  By assigning such a determination ratio, a special display change effect is executed at a relatively early stage (stage where the hold display number is large), and the display color of the hold display changes from “white” to “blue”. Can be suggested that the variable display result is likely to be “lost”. On the other hand, the special display change effect is executed at a relatively late stage (the stage where the hold display number is small), the display color of the hold display changes from “white” to “blue”, and the special display change effect is executed again. When the display color of the hold display or the active display changes from “blue” to “red”, it can be suggested that the variable display result is likely to be a “big hit”.

  The display mode change pattern determination table shown in FIG. 25 is a display mode change pattern that is referred to when the number of reserved memories is “3” (when the reserved storage subject to a special display change effect is the reserved display number “3”). In the determination table, a display mode change pattern indicating changes in the display mode of the hold display and the active display corresponding to the hold display numbers “3” to “1” is set. As shown in FIG. 24, in the display mode change pattern, the special display change effect is executed once between the hold display of the hold display number “3” at the time of starting winning and the active display, and the display color changes from “white” to “ Display mode change pattern PT3-1-01 to 03 that changes to "blue", display mode change pattern PT3-1-4-04 to 06 that changes the display color from "white" to "red", and the hold display number at the time of start winning A special display change effect is executed twice between the hold display of “3” and the active display, and the display color change pattern PT3-2-01 to change the display colors in the order of “white”, “blue”, “red”. 03 is set.

  The display mode change pattern determination table shown in FIG. 25 is assigned the same determination ratio as in FIG. Therefore, even when the display mode change pattern is determined using the display mode change pattern determination table shown in FIG. 24 and the special display change effect is executed, the special display is performed at a relatively early stage (stage where the hold display number is large). When the change effect is executed and the display color of the hold display changes from “white” to “blue” and the display color continues until the active display, the variable display result is likely to be “lost”. Can suggest that. In addition, the special display change effect is executed at a relatively late stage (the stage where the hold display number is small), the display color of the hold display changes from “white” to “blue”, and the special display change effect is executed again. When the display color of the hold display or the active display changes from “blue” to “red”, it can be suggested that the variable display result is likely to be a “big hit”.

  Returning to the description of the flowchart of the hold display setting process shown in FIG. 22, when it is determined that the special display change effect is not executed in the process of step S505 (step S505; No), the effect control CPU 120 is in a specific period. Whether or not is determined (step S507). Here, in the present embodiment, the specific period is after the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “surprise”, or after the variable display result is “small hit”, This is a period until the variable display is executed a predetermined number of times (for example, 40 times). The effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not it is during a specific period by referring to a specific period flag provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122, which is set to an on / off state by the process of step S535 or S539 described later. That's fine.

  When it is determined in step S507 that it is not during the specific period (step S507; No), the effect control CPU 120 uses FIG. 25A as a use table for determining whether or not to execute the special display change gaze effect. The special display change gasset effect execution determination table for normal time (period other than the specific period) shown in FIG. 5 is selected and set (step S508). The special display change display effect is a so-called special display change effect, and even if this effect is executed, the display color of the special display (hold display and active display) does not actually change. A player's expectation that the display color of the hold display or the active display does not change can be given. On the other hand, if it is determined in the process of step S507 that it is during the specific period (step S507; Yes), the CPU 120 for effect control is shown in FIG. A special display change gasset effect execution determination table for a specific period shown in B) is selected and set (step S509).

  The special display change gaze effect execution determination table for normal time (period other than the specific period) shown in FIG. 26A indicates that the special display change gaze effect is executed according to the variable display result and the variation pattern. Different determination ratios are assigned to “execution” and “no execution” indicating that the special display change gaze effect is not executed. As shown in FIG. 26A, the variable display result “lost” is assigned a higher determination ratio to “executed” than “not executed” regardless of the variation pattern. On the other hand, when the variable display results are “big hit” and “accuracy / small hit”, a higher determination ratio is assigned to “without execution” than “with execution” regardless of the variation pattern. By assigning such a determination ratio, it is suggested that when the special display change gaze effect is executed, the variable display result is more likely to be “losing” than when the special display change gaze effect is not executed. can do.

  In the special display change gaze effect execution determination table for a specific period shown in FIG. 26B, “executed” and “not executed” are displayed according to the variable display result and the variation pattern, as in FIG. Are assigned different decision percentages. Further, as shown in FIG. 26B, the variable display result “lost” is assigned a higher determination ratio to “executed” than “not executed” regardless of the variation pattern. On the other hand, when the variable display results are “big hit” and “accuracy / small hit”, a higher determination ratio is assigned to “without execution” than “with execution” regardless of the variation pattern.

  Here, when the special display change gasset effect execution determination table for normal time shown in FIG. 26A and the special display change gasset effect execution determination table for a specific period shown in FIG. The determination ratios assigned to “big hit” are the same, but the determination ratios assigned to the variable display result “losing” are different. Specifically, the determination ratio assigned to “execution” of the variable display result “losing” is greater than the normal special display change gaze effect execution determination table shown in FIG. The special display change gaze effect execution determination table for a specific period shown in FIG. In other words, during the specific period, the execution frequency of the special display change gaze effect is higher than during normal times.

  Returning to the description of the flowchart of the hold display setting process shown in FIG. 22, after executing either the process of step S508 or S509, the effect control CPU 120 refers to the selected special display change gasset effect execution determination table. The presence / absence of execution of the special display change gaze effect is determined, and the execution timing of the special display change gaze effect is determined using the special display change gaze effect execution timing determination table shown in FIG. 26 (step S510).

  The special display change gaze effect execution timing determination table shown in FIG. 27 is a table referred to in order to determine the execution timing when the special display change gaze effect execution timing is executed. FIG. 26A is a special display change change effect execution timing determination table that is referred to when the number of reserved memories when it is determined to execute the special display change effect effect, and FIG. It is a special display change change effect execution timing determination table that is referred to when the number of reserved memories when it is determined to execute the special display change effect effect.

  As shown in FIG. 26 (A), in the special display change gaze effect execution timing determination table, the hold display numbers “3” to “1” and the active display have different determination ratios according to the variable display result and the variation pattern. Assigned. As shown in FIG. 26 (A), the variable display result is assigned to “losing” so that the ratio of executing the special display change gaze effect in the hold display of the hold display number “1” is the highest. . On the other hand, the variable display result “big hit” is assigned such that the ratio of executing the special display change gaze effect in the hold display of the hold display number “3” is the highest. In addition, a determination ratio equal to the hold display numbers “3” to “1” excluding the active display is assigned to the variable display result “accuracy / small hit”, and the special display change gasset effect is executed in the active display. No decision rate is assigned so that there is no. In addition, as shown in the display mode change pattern determination table shown in FIG. 23, in response to the special display change effect not being executed when the hold display number is “4”, the hold display number “4” in FIG. Is not assigned a decision percentage.

  As shown in FIG. 26 (B), in the special display change gaze effect execution timing determination table, the hold display numbers “2” to “1” and the active display have different determination ratios according to the variable display result and the variation pattern. Assigned. In FIG. 26B as well, allocation of determination ratios similar to that in FIG. In addition, as shown in the display mode change pattern determination table shown in FIG. 24, in response to the special display change effect not being executed when the hold display number is “3”, the hold display number “3” in FIG. Is not assigned a decision percentage.

  Even if the display color of the hold display or the active display remains “white” which is the normal mode and does not change by the determination ratio allocation shown in FIG. 26A and FIG. When the special display change gasset effect is executed at the stage where the hold display number is large), it can be suggested that there is a high possibility that the variable display result will be a “big hit”. On the other hand, when the special display change gaze effect is executed at a relatively late stage (stage where the hold display number is small), it can be suggested that there is a high possibility that the variable display result will be “lost”.

  Returning to the description of the flowchart of the hold display setting process shown in FIG. 21, after performing the process of step S510, the effect control CPU 120 stores the determination result in association with the hold storage that is the target of the notice (step S511). The effect control CPU 120 stores, for example, the display mode change pattern determined in the process of step S506 and stores the display mode change pattern of the start winning reception command buffer shown in FIGS. 18 (A) and 18 (B). Remember me. Further, the effect control CPU 120 uses the data indicating the execution timing of the special display change gasset effect determined in the process of step S510 as the display mode change pattern of the start winning reception command buffer shown in FIGS. 18 (A) and 18 (B). You may make it memorize | store in the storage area for storing.

  If it is determined in step S503 that the pre-reading notice is being restricted (step S503; Yes), the number of reserved memories is not “3” or “4” in the process of step S504, or corresponds to the previous reserved memory. When it is determined that the variation pattern determination result designation command is not only for designating a variation pattern corresponding to non-reach loss (step S504; No), or after executing the processing of step S511, the effect control CPU 120 starts. After the update setting of the hold display at the time of winning is performed (step S512), the hold display setting process is ended. For example, when the first special figure holding memory number increases by 1 because the game ball has passed (entered) through the first start winning opening, the first holding display on the first holding display portion 5HL is increased by one. A new first hold display is added. On the other hand, when the second special figure holding memory number increases by 1 because the game ball has passed (entered) through the second start winning opening, the second holding display on the second holding display portion 5HR is increased by one. A new second hold display is added. In the present embodiment, the normal display mode in the first hold display and the second hold display is the display color “white”. In the process of step S512, the display is updated so as to add a hold display with the display color “white” as an initial display of the first hold display or the second hold display.

  Returning to the description of the flowchart of the effect control process shown in FIG. 17, after executing the hold display setting process of step S161, the effect control CPU 120 executes a specific period setting process (step S162). In the specific period setting process, after the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type becomes “surprise”, or after the variable display result becomes “small hit”, the variable display is executed a predetermined number of times. It is a process for setting the specific period which is a period until.

  FIG. 28 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the specific period setting process executed in step S162 of FIG. When the specific period setting process shown in FIG. 28 is started, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not a start winning command is received (step S531). When it is determined that the start winning command is received (step S531; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 specifies the winning determination result (step S532). The effect control CPU 120 may specify the winning determination result transmitted from the main board 11 by, for example, checking the winning determination result notification command stored in the effect control command reception buffer.

  After executing the process of step S532, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the specified winning determination result is “surprise” or “small hit” (step S533). When it is determined that the winning determination result is “surprise” or “small hit” (step S533; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 sets a specific period end determination value (step S534). Here, the specific period end determination value is a value indicating an upper limit value of variable display that can be executed before the specific period ends. The effect control CPU 120 sets a predetermined specific period end determination value (for example, 40) that is the same value as the specific variation period end determination value prepared in advance. Alternatively, the production control CPU 120 may set the same numerical value as the specific variation period end determination value transmitted from the main board 11 as the specific period end determination value. After performing the process of step S534, the CPU 120 for effect control sets the specific period flag provided in the predetermined area of the RAM 122 to the ON state (step S535).

  When it is determined in the process of step S533 that the determination result at the time of winning is neither “probable” or “small hit” (step S533; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the specific period flag is on. Is determined (step S536). When it is determined whether or not the specific period flag is in the on state (step S536; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 adds 1 to the count value of the specific variation execution counter (step S537), and the updated specific variation execution counter is updated. It is determined whether or not the count value has reached a specific period end determination value (step S538). When it is determined that the count value of the specific variation execution counter has reached the specific period end determination value (step S538; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 clears the specific period flag and turns it off (step S539).

  If it is determined in step S531 that the start winning command has not been received (step S531; No), or if it is determined in step S536 that the specific period flag is not on (step S536; No), step In the process of S538, when it is determined that the count value of the specific variation execution counter has not reached the specific period end determination value (step S538; No), or after the process of step S535 or S539 is executed, the effect control CPU 120 Then, the specific period setting process is terminated.

  Returning to the description of the flowchart of the effect control process shown in FIG. 20, after executing the specific period setting process in step S <b> 162, the effect control CPU 120 provides an effect provided in a predetermined area (for example, an effect control flag setting unit) of the RAM 122. Depending on the value of the process flag, one of the following processes in steps S170 to S175 is selected and executed.

  The variable display start waiting process in step S170 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “0”. Whether the variable display start waiting process starts variable display of decorative symbols on the image display device 5 based on whether the first variation start designation command or the second variation start designation command from the main board 11 is received. It includes processing for determining whether or not.

  The variable display start setting process of step S171 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “1”. This variable display start setting process corresponds to the start of variable display of special symbols in the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, and the decorative symbols in the image display device 5 In order to perform various display operations and other various presentation operations, it includes a process of determining a definite decorative pattern and various presentation control patterns according to the variation pattern of the special symbol, 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 the effect processing during variable display, the effect control CPU 120 performs various control data from the effect control pattern corresponding to the timer value in the effect control process timer provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 (such as an effect control timer setting unit). Are read out, and various effect controls are performed during variable display of the decorative symbols. After performing such effect control, for example, the end code indicating the end of variable display of the decorative symbol is read from the special symbol variation effect control pattern, or the symbol confirmation command transmitted from the main board 11 is received. In response to this, the final decorative symbol as the final stop symbol that is the variable display result of the decorative symbol is displayed in a completely stopped manner. When the definitive decorative symbol is completely stopped and displayed, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “3”.

  The special figure waiting process in step S173 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “3”. In this special figure waiting process, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not a hit start designation command transmitted from the main board 11 has been received. Then, when the hit start designation command is received, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “4” which is a value corresponding to the effect processing during the big hit. On the other hand, when the production control process timer times out without receiving the 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 initialized. The value is updated to “0”.

  The small hitting effect process in step S174 is a process executed when the value of the effect control process flag is “4”. In the small hit effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern corresponding to the effect content in the small hit gaming state, and an effect image based on the set content is displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5. Displaying or outputting sound or sound effect from the speakers 8L and 8R by outputting a command (sound effect signal) to the sound control board 13, and game effect lamps by outputting a command (lighting signal) to the lamp control board 14 9 and various effect controls in the small hit gaming state, such as lighting / extinguishing / flashing the decoration LED. In the small hit effect processing, for example, in response to receiving a hit end designation command from the main board 11, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “5” which is a value corresponding to the small hit end effect. To do.

  The small hit end effect process in step S175 is a process executed when the value of the effect control process flag is “5”. In this small hit end effect process, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern corresponding to the end of the small hit gaming state and the like, and an effect image based on the set content is displayed on the display screen of the image display device 5. Displaying or outputting sound or sound effect from the speakers 8L and 8R by outputting a command (sound effect signal) to the sound control board 13, and game effect lamps by outputting a command (lighting signal) to the lamp control board 14 9 and various effect controls at the end of the small hit gaming state, such as turning on / off / flashing the decoration LED. 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 the jackpot effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern corresponding to the effect content in the jackpot gaming state, and displays an effect image based on the set content on the display screen of the image display device 5. In addition, by outputting a command (sound effect signal) to the sound control board 13, sound and sound effects are output from the speakers 8 </ b> L and 8 </ b> R. Various effects control in the big hit gaming state such as turning on / off / flashing the decoration LED is executed. Further, in the big hit effect process, for example, in response to receiving a hit end designation command from the main board 11, the value of the effect control 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 this ending effect process, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern corresponding to the end of the big hit gaming state, and displays an effect image based on the set content on the display screen of the image display device 5. In addition, a sound or sound effect is output from the speakers 8L and 8R by outputting a command (sound effect signal) to the sound control board 13, and a game effect lamp 9 or a decoration is output by outputting a command (electric signal) to the lamp control board 14. Various effect control is executed at the end of the big hit gaming state, such as turning on / off / flashing the LED for the game. Thereafter, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “0” which is an initial value.

  FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing an example of the variable display start setting process executed in step S171 of FIG. When the variable display start setting process is started, the effect control CPU 120 first performs special processing based on, for example, a display result designation command (command stored in the display result designation command storage area) transmitted from the main board 11. It is determined whether or not the figure display result is “lost” (step S551). When it is determined that the special figure display result is “losing” (step S551; Yes), the effect control CPU 120, for example, the variation pattern designation command transmitted from the main board 11 (stored in the variation pattern designation command storage area). Whether the variation pattern specified by the command) is a non-reach variation pattern (PA1-1, PA1-2) corresponding to the case of “non-reach” in which the decorative display variable display mode is not the reach mode. Determination is made (step S552).

  When it is determined in the process of step S552 that the pattern is a non-reach variation pattern (step S552; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines a combination of confirmed decorative symbols that will be the final stop symbol constituting the non-reach combination (step S553). ). The effect control CPU 120 extracts, for example, numerical data indicating a random value for determining a decorative design of a non-reach combination that is updated by an effect random counter or the like provided in a predetermined area of the random number circuit 124 or the RAM 122 and stores it in the ROM 121. The determined decorative pattern (decorative decorative pattern of non-reach combination) is determined by referring to a decorative design determining table of non-reach combination prepared and stored in advance.

  When it is determined in the process of step S552 that the pattern is not a non-reach variation pattern (step S552; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines a combination of fixed decorative symbols that will be a final stop symbol constituting the reach combination (step S554). . The effect control CPU 120 extracts, for example, numerical data indicating a random value for determining the decorative symbol of the reach combination updated by the random number circuit 124 or the effect random counter, and the reach combination prepared in advance stored in the ROM 121. The determined decorative design (decorative decorative design) is determined by referring to the decorative design determination table.

  When it is determined in the process of step S551 that the special figure display result is not “lost” (step S551; No), the effect control CPU 120 has the special figure display result of “big hit” and the big hit type is “surprise”. Alternatively, it is determined whether the special figure display result is “small hit” or other cases (step S555). When it is determined that “surprise” or “small hit” is obtained (step S555; Yes), the production control CPU 120 responds to the case of “surprise” or “small hit” such as a second chance of opening The combination of the finalized decorative symbol that is the final stop symbol is determined (step S556). As an example, in response to the case where any one of the variation patterns PC1-1 to PC1-3 is designated by the variation pattern designation command, the final stop symbol constituting one of a plurality of types of opening chances is determined. Determine the combination of decorative designs. In this case, numerical data indicating a random number for chance determination that is updated by a random counter or the like provided in the game control counter setting unit is extracted, and a predetermined chance determination table stored in advance in the ROM 121 or the like is extracted. What is necessary is just to determine the combination of the definite ornament symbol which comprises either of the 2nd opening chances by referring.

  If it is determined in step S526 that the special figure display result is neither “probable” nor “small hit” (step S555; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines that the final stop symbol constituting the big hit combination is obtained. A combination of decorative symbols is determined (step S557). The effect control CPU 120 extracts, for example, numerical data indicating a random value for determining the jackpot determined symbol updated by the random number circuit 124 or the effect random counter. Subsequently, by referring to the jackpot determination symbol determination table prepared and stored in advance in the ROM 121 according to the jackpot type specified by the display result designation command transmitted from the main board 11, the image display device 5 The decorative symbols having the same symbol number that is stopped and displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the display area are determined.

  After executing step S557, the effect control CPU 120 executes effect mode setting processing (step S558).

  In the present embodiment, as the presentation mode of the pachinko gaming machine 1, as shown in FIG. 31, a normal mode, a probability change mode, and a latent mode are prepared. An effect mode other than these may be provided. Each rendering mode only needs to be identifiable by using different motifs, character images, background images, decorative designs, and the like. For example, in the normal mode, the background image of the display screen of the image display device 5 is the background image A, in the probability variation mode, the background image of the display screen of the image display device 5 is the background image B, and in the latent mode, the image display device 5 is. The background image of the display screen may be the background image C. The effect control CPU 120 may select an effect control pattern according to the effect mode.

  The normal mode is an effect mode for notifying that the normal state or the short time state in which the probability variation control is not executed. If the initial state or variable display result after power-on becomes “big hit” and “uncertain change”, the normal mode is entered.

  The probability variation mode is an effect mode for notifying that the probability variation state in which the probability variation control is being executed, and becomes the probability variation mode when the variable display result becomes “big hit” and “probability variation”.

  The latent mode is an effect mode that does not notify whether or not the probability change control is being executed. In the normal mode or the latent mode, when the variable display result is “surprise” or “small hit”. Becomes a latent mode. In the probability variation mode, if “surprise accuracy” or “small hit” occurs, it is possible to specify that the gaming state is the probability variation state by executing the time-shortening control continuously, so the performance mode remains in the probability variation mode. It may be continued.

  FIG. 31 is a flowchart showing an example of the effect mode setting process executed in step S558 of FIG. When the production mode setting process is started, the production control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the current production mode is the normal mode (step S901). The current effect mode may be specified depending on which value of the effect mode flag provided in a predetermined area (for example, the effect control flag setting unit) of the RAM 122 is. In this embodiment, the production mode flag is set to “0” in the normal mode, “1” is set in the probability variation mode, and “2” is set in the latent mode. .

  When it is determined that the effect mode is the normal mode (step S531; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “probable change” (step). S902). Whether or not the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “probable change”, for example, by referring to the winning determination result notification command stored in the production control command reception buffer. Can be determined. When it is determined that the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “probable change” (step S902; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 changes the effect mode from the normal mode to the probability change mode after the end of the big hit gaming state. Settings for shifting are performed (step S903), and the effect mode setting process is terminated. In the process of step S903, the effect control CPU 120 sets the effect mode flag to “1” corresponding to the probability change mode, and at the same time notifies the fact that it shifts to the probability change mode when the big hit gaming state ends. May be set in a predetermined area of the RAM 122.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “probable change” (step S902; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines that the variable display result is “surprise” or “small hit”. It is determined whether or not any of them (step S904). When it is determined that the variable display result is either “surprise” or “small hit” (step S904; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 changes the effect mode to the normal mode after the end of the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state. Is set to shift to the latent mode (step S905). In the process of step S905, the effect control CPU 120 sets the effect mode flag to “2” corresponding to the latent mode, and notifies that the transition to the latent mode is made at the end of the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state. An effect control pattern corresponding to the above may be set in a predetermined area of the RAM 122. After executing the processing of step S905, the effect control CPU 120 initializes the count value of the specific variation execution counter to “0” (step S906). When it is determined in the process of step S904 that the variable display result is neither “probable” nor “small hit” (step S904; No), or after executing the process of step S906, the effect control CPU 120 performs the effect. The mode setting process ends.

  When it is determined in step S901 that the effect mode is not the normal mode (step S901; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the current effect mode is the probability change mode (step S907). When it is determined that the effect mode is the probability change mode (step S907; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “non-probable change” ( Step S908). When it is determined that the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “non-probable change” (step S908; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 changes the effect mode from the probability change mode to the normal mode after the end of the big hit gaming state. (Step S909), and the effect mode setting process is terminated. In the process of step S909, the effect control CPU 120 sets the effect mode flag to “0” corresponding to the normal mode, and provides effect control corresponding to notifying that the transition to the normal mode is made at the end of the big hit gaming state. The pattern may be set in a predetermined area of the RAM 122.

  When it is determined in the process of step S908 that the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is not “non-probable change” (step S908; No), the effect control CPU 120 performs the processes of steps S904 to S906 described above. Run. In the process of step S905, the CPU 120 for effect control performs setting for shifting the effect mode from the probability change mode to the latent mode after the end of the big hit gaming state.

  If it is determined in step S907 that the effect mode is not the probability change mode (step S907; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “non-probable change”. Is determined (step S910). When it is determined that the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “non-probable change” (step S910; Yes), the presentation control CPU 120 changes the presentation mode from the latent mode to the normal mode after the big hit gaming state ends. (Step S911), and the effect mode setting process is terminated. On the other hand, when it is determined that the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is not “non-probable change” (step S910; No), the production control CPU 120 has the variable display result “big hit” and the big hit type. Is “probability change” or not (step S912). When it is determined that the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is “probable change” (step S912; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 changes the effect mode from the latent mode to the probability change mode after the end of the big hit gaming state. Settings for transition are performed (step S913), and the effect mode setting process is terminated.

When it is determined in step S912 that the variable display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is not “probable change” (step S912; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines that the count value of the specific variation execution counter is in the latent mode. It is determined whether or not an end determination value has been reached (step S914). Here, the latent mode end determination value is a value indicating an upper limit value (for example, 30 times) of variable display that can be executed in the latent mode.
When it is determined that the count value of the specific variation execution counter has reached the latent mode end determination value (step S914; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 shifts the effect mode from the latent mode to the normal mode after the variable display ends. Is set (step S915), and the effect mode setting process is terminated. In this way, by setting the latent mode end determination value to a value smaller than the specific period end determination value, the variation pattern is determined at the same determination rate as in the specific period after the latent mode ends. Therefore, the player's willingness to play can be maintained. The latent mode end determination value may be set using, for example, a data value for the latent mode end determination value prepared in advance stored in the ROM 121, or a random value for determining the latent mode end determination value may be set. It may be determined and set by lottery. In addition, when setting is made so as to determine each type of accuracy or small hit, a different latent mode end determination value may be determined and set depending on the type.

  Returning to the description of the flowchart of the variable display start setting process shown in FIG. 29, after performing any one of steps S553, S554, and S558, the effect control CPU 120 executes a notice effect execution determination process (step S599). . In the present embodiment, apart from the pre-reading notice effect, a plurality of types of notice effects having different reliability can be executed. Specifically, a “battle notice” (see FIG. 34D) in which a predetermined character or the like fights and wins or loses in descending order of reliability, and a group notice “group notice” in which a group of the predetermined character crosses the display area. (See FIG. 34 (C)), “golden notice” (see FIG. 34 (B)) in which an effect display including a golden display is displayed, and “fruit pattern notice” (see FIG. 34) in which an effect display including a fruit pattern is displayed. 34 (A)) can be executed, and any of them is a notice effect for notifying the possibility that the variable display result will be a “hit”. Note that, as shown in FIGS. 34A and 34B, the fruit pattern notice and the golden notice are executed during variable display before the reach effect. On the other hand, as shown in FIGS. 34 (C) and 34 (D), the group notice and the battle notice are executed during the reach effect.

  FIG. 32 is a flowchart showing an example of the notice effect execution process executed in step S599 of FIG. When the specific period setting process shown in FIG. 28 is started, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not it is during the specific period (step S601). The effect control CPU 120 may determine, for example, whether or not it is during the specific period with reference to a specific period flag provided in a predetermined area of the RAM 122.

  When it is determined in step S601 that it is not during the specific period (step S601; No), the effect control CPU 120 is a normal use table shown in FIG. 33A as a use table for determining whether or not to execute the notice effect. A notice effect execution determination table for time (period other than the specific period) is selected and set (step S602). On the other hand, if it is determined in the process of step S601 that it is during the specific period (step S601; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 is shown in FIG. 33B as a use table for determining whether or not to execute the notice effect. The notice effect execution determination table for the specific period shown is selected and set (step S603).

  In the notice effect determination table for normal time (period other than the specific period) shown in FIG. 33A, the notice effect is executed for each notice effect according to the variable display result of “big hit” and “losing”. Different determination ratios are assigned to “execution performed” indicating “no execution” and “no execution” indicating no execution of the notice effect. As shown in FIG. 33A, in any of the notice effects, when the variable display result is “big hit”, it is easier to determine “executed” than when the variable display result is “lost”. On the other hand, in any of the notice effects, when the variable display result is “losing”, it is easier to determine “no execution” than when the variable display result is “big hit”. Of the four notice effects, the highest level of reliability is assigned to the “battle notice” with the highest degree of reliability. If the variable display result is “big hit”, the highest determination ratio is assigned to “executed”, and the variable display is “lost”. In this case, the highest determination ratio is assigned to “no execution”.

  In the notice effect determination table for a specific period shown in FIG. 33 (B), the variable display result for each notice effect is “executed” according to “big hit” and “losing” as in FIG. 33 (A). ”And“ No execution ”are assigned different determination ratios. As shown in FIG. 33 (B), when the reliability reference value is “5” among the four notification effects, “battle notice” (reliability “9”) and “group notice higher than the reference value are set. ”(Reliability“ 7 ”) is the same as the case of FIG. 33A when the variable display result is“ big hit ”and the determination ratio assigned to“ executed ”and“ not executed ”is the same. When the variable display result is “lost”, the determination ratio of “executed” is higher than in the case of FIG. As described above, during the specific period, the execution frequency of “battle notice” and “group notice” when the variable display result is “losing” is high.

  Returning to the description of the flowchart of the notice effect execution process shown in FIG. 32, after executing the process of either step S602 or step S603, the effect control CPU 120 specifies the winning determination result (step S604). The effect control CPU 120 may specify the winning determination result transmitted from the main board 11 by, for example, checking the winning determination result notification command stored in the effect control command reception buffer.

  Next, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not to execute each notice effect using the notice effect execution determination table based on the winning determination result specified by the process of step S604 (step S605). For example, the effect control CPU 120 may specify a variation pattern from the specified winning determination result, and determine whether or not to execute the group notice and the battle notice only for the variation pattern with the reach effect.

  Returning to the description of the flowchart of the variable display start setting process shown in FIG. 29, after performing the process of step S599, the effect control CPU 120 determines the effect control pattern as one of a plurality of patterns prepared in advance (step S560). ). For example, the effect control CPU 120 selects and uses one of a plurality of prepared effect control patterns (special-fluctuation effect control patterns) corresponding to the change pattern indicated by the change pattern determination result designation command. Set as a pattern.

  Subsequent to the processing of step S560, the CPU 120 for effect control, for example, an effect provided in a predetermined area (such as an effect control timer setting unit) of the RAM 122 corresponding to the change pattern specified by the change pattern determination result specifying command. An initial value of the control process timer is set (step S561). Then, the setting for starting the variation of the decorative design or the like on the display screen of the image display device 5 is performed (step S562). At this time, the CPU 120 for effect control, for example, outputs the display control command specified by the display control data included in the effect control pattern (the effect control pattern at the time of special figure fluctuation) determined in the process of step S559 to the VDP of the display control unit 123. , Etc., to start the variation of the decorative symbols 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. Just do it.

  After executing the process of step S562, the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the effect process flag to “2”, which is a value corresponding to the effect process during variable display (step S563), and then starts the variable display start setting process. Exit.

  FIG. 35 is a flowchart showing an example of the variable display effect processing executed in step S172 of FIG. When the production process during variable display is started, the production control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the variable display time corresponding to the variation pattern has elapsed based on the timer value of the production control process timer (step S801). . The effect control CPU 120 updates (for example, subtracts 1) the timer value of the effect control process timer, and when an end code is read from the effect control pattern corresponding to the updated effect control process timer value, for example. In addition, it may be determined that the variable display time has elapsed.

  If it is determined in step S801 that the variable display time has not elapsed (step S801; No), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not it is a special display change effect execution period for executing the special display change effect. Is determined (step S802). The special display change effect execution period may be determined in advance, for example, in the effect control pattern determined according to the variation pattern. When it is determined that it is the special display change effect execution period (step S802; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 performs effect operation control for executing the special display change effect (step S803). In the process of step S803, for example, presentation control execution data (for example, display control data, voice control data, lamp control data, operation detection control data, etc.) read from the notice presentation control pattern or the special figure fluctuation production control pattern is used. In response, various commands are created in order to perform a predetermined effect operation including part or all of the effect image display, the output of sound effects, the lighting of the lamp, the operation of the movable member for effect, etc. What is necessary is just to transmit with respect to the display control part 123, the audio | voice control board | substrate 13, the lamp | ramp control board | substrate 14, etc. FIG.

  After executing the process of step S803, or when it is determined that it is not the specific effect execution period in the process of step S802 (step S802; No), it is a reach effect period for executing the reach effect. Is determined (step S806). The reach production period may be determined in advance, for example, in the production control pattern determined according to the variation pattern. When it is determined that it is the reach effect period (step S806; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 performs control for executing the reach effect (step S807).

  After performing the process of step S807, or when determining that it is not the reach effect period in the process of step S806 (step S806; No), the effect control CPU 120, for example, the effect determined corresponding to the variation pattern Based on the setting in the control pattern and the like, other control is performed to execute effects during variable display including variable display operation of decorative symbols (step 808).

  When it is determined in step S801 that the variable display time has elapsed (step S801; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not a symbol confirmation command transmitted from the main board 11 has been received (step S809). ). When it is determined that the symbol confirmation command has not been received (step S809; No), the effect control CPU 120 ends the variable display effect processing and stands by. If the predetermined time has passed without receiving the symbol confirmation command after the variable display time has elapsed, predetermined error processing is executed in response to the failure to receive the symbol confirmation command normally. You may make it do.

  On the other hand, when it is determined in the process of step S809 that the symbol confirmation command has been received (step S809; Yes), the effect control CPU 120 transmits a predetermined display control command to the VDP of the display control unit 123, for example. Control is performed to derive and display the final stop symbol (determined ornament symbol), which is a display result in the variable symbol variable display, such as causing the symbol to be displayed (step S810). Subsequently, the effect control CPU 120 sets a predetermined time as a jackpot start designation command reception waiting time (step S811). Next, the effect control CPU 120 updates the value of the effect process flag to “3”, which is a value corresponding to the waiting process per special figure (step S812), and ends the effect process during variable display.

  Next, with reference to FIG. 36, an example of the effect operation when the special display change is executed will be described.

  As shown in FIG. 36A, variable display is being executed in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R on the display screen of the image display device 5, and variable display corresponding display corresponding to the variable display being executed. The active display AH is displayed in the active display area AHA. In addition, the first hold display portion 5HL displays first hold displays H1 to H4 corresponding to the hold display numbers “1” to “4”. The active display AH and the hold displays H1 to H4 are all displayed in the display color “white” which is the normal mode. Here, it is assumed that the hold display H1 is a hold display based on the hold storage whose variation pattern determination result is PB1-4 (super reach C (big hit)). In addition, it is assumed that the hold display H2 is a target of a special display change effect notice and a display mode change pattern PT41-07 is set. Further, it is assumed that the second reserved storage number is “0”, and there is no second hold display.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 36 (B), a special display change effect is started, and a UFO image simulating an unidentified flying object is displayed from the upper left part of the display screen of the image display device 5 by an operation effect that descends. ing. The decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R are displayed in a reduced size in the upper right part of the display screen of the image display device 5. Thereby, a player can be paid attention to the special display change effect, and the interest of the game can be improved.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 36C, the UFO image descends directly above the hold display H1 and irradiates the hold display H1 with light rays. Thus, in the special display change effect, an effect effect that suggests the possibility that the display mode (display color) of the hold display changes is executed.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 36D, the display color of the hold display H1 changes from “white” to “red” so that the light emitted from the UFO image acts. As described above, when the action effect is executed, the display color of the hold display or the active display changes as a result of the action effect. The action effect may include an arbitrary effect operation such as a sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R and a lighting operation of another light emitter such as the game effect lamp 9.

  When the special display change effect is executed, the action effect is executed in the same manner as the special display change effect. However, the display color of the hold display or the active display does not change as if the light beam irradiated from the UFO image does not act.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 36 (E), the variable display that was being executed in FIGS. In 5R, the lost symbol is derived and displayed as a variable display result. With the derivation display of the variable display result, the active display AH displayed in the active display area AHA is erased.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 36 (F), variable display corresponding to the hold display H1 displayed on the first hold display portion 5HL in FIGS. 36 (A) to (E) is started, and accompanying this, An active display AH corresponding to the hold display H1 is newly displayed in the active display area AHA. The active display AH newly displayed in the active display area AHA continues the display mode (display color “red”) of the hold display H1. In the first hold display section 5HL, the hold display H1 is erased (digested), and each of the other hold displays H2 to H4 is moved (shifted) in the direction (right side) of the erased hold display H1. ing.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 36 (G), on the display screen of the image display device 5, “7” is stopped and displayed in the decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R, which is a reach mode. Then, a super reach C effect is executed. In addition, with the start of the execution of the super reach C effect, an effect image (phrase image) indicating a phrase such as “reach!” Is displayed in the center of the display screen of the image display device 5, and the super reach A effect is started. Is notified.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 36 (H), the variable display in the decorative symbol display area 5C is terminated and “7” is stopped and displayed, and the number “7” is shown in all the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. The jackpot symbol is derived and displayed as a variable display result. Accordingly, the active display AH corresponding to the hold display H2 displayed in the active display area AHA is erased. In addition, an effect image (phrase image) indicating a phrase such as “big hit!” Is displayed at the center of the display screen of the image display device 5, and the variable display result is notified as “big hit. It shifts to the big hit game state and the big hit game is started.

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The present invention is not limited to the above-described embodiment and the like, and various modifications and applications are possible. In the above-described embodiment, the rate at which the variation pattern including the reach effect is executed in the specific period (specific variation period) until the variable display is executed a predetermined number of times after the variable display result is a small hit becomes high. Along with this, the execution frequency of the special display change effect as the pre-reading notice effect and the battle notice and the group notice, which are the notice effects whose reliability is higher than the reference value (predetermined value), has been improved. However, instead of improving the execution frequency of the pre-reading notice effect or the like during the specific period, the execution of these may be restricted. Here, restricting the execution of various types of notice effects, including pre-reading notice effects and highly reliable notice effects, may reduce the execution frequency by, for example, reducing the execution rate when determining whether or not to execute various notice effects. It means prohibiting the execution of various notice effects. Hereinafter, an embodiment will be described in which execution of a pre-reading notice effect or a highly reliable notice effect during a specific period is restricted.

  In the above embodiment, for example, it is determined whether or not it is during the specific period in step S507 of the hold display setting process in FIG. Using the table for the period, the execution frequency of the special display change effect Gase effect was increased. Actually, in the special display change gaze effect execution determination table for a specific period shown in FIG. 26B, the variable display result is “in comparison with the special display change gaze effect execution determination table for normal time shown in FIG. In the case of “losing”, a high determination ratio is assigned to “executed”.

  Therefore, in order to reduce the execution frequency of the special display change gasset effect during the specific period, as shown in the special display change gasset effect execution determination table for the specific period in FIG. A determination ratio lower than the determination ratio allocated to “execution” of each variation pattern in which the variable display result is “losing” in the special display change display effect execution determination table for time may be assigned. Furthermore, in the special display change gasse effect execution determination table for a specific period in FIG. 37B, the determination ratio of “execution performed” for each change pattern in which the variable display result is “big hit” may be lowered.

  Further, in the above embodiment, for example, it is determined whether or not it is during the specific period in step S601 of the notice effect execution determination process of FIG. 32. Using different tables for specific periods, the execution frequency of the notice effect was increased. Actually, in the notice effect execution determination table for a specific period shown in FIG. 33 (B), the variable display result is “losing” for the battle notice and the group notice whose reliability is higher than the reference value (predetermined value). A “determination” is assigned a higher determination ratio than the normal-time notice effect execution determination table shown in FIG.

  Therefore, in order to reduce the execution frequency of the notice effect production whose reliability is higher than the reference value (predetermined value) during the specific period, as shown in the notice effect execution determination table for the specific period in FIG. In the normal-time notice effect execution determination table of 38 (A), a determination ratio lower than the determination ratio allocated to “execution” of “losing” may be assigned as the variable display result. Furthermore, in the notice effect execution determination table for a specific period in FIG. 38 (B), the determination ratio of “executed” when the variable display result is “big hit” may be lowered.

  As described above, according to the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the above-described embodiment, for example, a specific period (specific variation period) until the variable display is executed a predetermined number of times after the variable display result is a small hit. In addition, it is easy to determine a variation pattern including a reach effect by using a variation pattern determination table that is different from a variation pattern determination table that is normally used, and a special display change effect ( The frequency of execution of the pre-reading notice effect) has been improved. According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the willingness to continue the game after the small hit occurs.

  In addition, according to the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the above-described embodiment, for example, the predetermined period until the variable display is executed a predetermined number of times after the variable display result is abrupt or small hit is low probability state and high The latent mode used in common with the probability state is controlled. According to such a configuration, the interest of the game can be improved regardless of whether the probability or the small hit has occurred.

  Moreover, according to the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the above-described embodiment, for example, even if a variation pattern determination table different from a variation pattern determination table that is normally used after the variable display result is a small hit, The decision ratio was set so that the appearance frequency of the fluctuation pattern including a high reach production would not change. According to such a configuration, the reliability of a specific reach production can be maintained.

  In addition, according to the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the above-described embodiment, for example, even after the latent mode is ended and the mode is shifted to another mode, the variation pattern different from the normal time until the specific variation period ends. A variation pattern is determined using a table. According to such a configuration, game willingness can be maintained even after the latent mode ends.

  Moreover, according to the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the above-described embodiment, for example, it is normally used in a specific period (specific fluctuation period) until the variable display is executed a predetermined number of times after the variable display result is a small hit. This makes it easy to determine a variation pattern that includes reach production using a variation pattern determination table that is different from the variation pattern determination table that is used. And improved the execution frequency of group notice. According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the willingness to continue the game after the small hit occurs.

  Moreover, according to the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the above-described embodiment, for example, it is normally used in a specific period (specific fluctuation period) until the variable display is executed a predetermined number of times after the variable display result is a small hit. By using a variation pattern determination table different from the variation pattern determination table to be determined, it is easy to determine the variation pattern including the super reach effect, and by using the execution determination table different from the normal time, the execution frequency of the special display change effect can be increased. Lower than usual. According to such a configuration, the reliability of the special display change effect can be adjusted.

  Moreover, according to the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the above-described embodiment, for example, it is normally used in a specific period (specific fluctuation period) until the variable display is executed a predetermined number of times after the variable display result is a small hit. This makes it easy to determine a variation pattern that includes reach production using a variation pattern determination table that is different from the variation pattern determination table that is used. And reduced the frequency of group notices. According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the reliability of the announcement effects from being lowered after the small hit occurs by reducing the execution frequency of the announcement effects whose reliability is equal to or higher than a predetermined value.

  As described above, the embodiments of the present invention have been described with reference to the drawings. However, specific configurations are not limited to these embodiments, and modifications and additions without departing from the gist of the present invention are included in the present invention. It is.

  In the above embodiment, for example, as shown in FIG. 13 and FIG. 14, the fluctuation pattern determination table used within the specific fluctuation period after the variable display result is the small hit is included in the fluctuation pattern used in the normal time. There are those to which a decision value different from the decision table is assigned, and those to which the same decision value is assigned to the variation pattern decision table used in normal times. For example, the determined value assigned in the jackpot variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 13A is the same as the determined value assigned in the jackpot specific variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. Therefore, for example, only a variation pattern table with different assigned determination values may be used within a specific variation period.

  In the above embodiment, for example, the fluctuation pattern determination table used in normal time and the fluctuation pattern determination table used in the specific fluctuation period are configured with the same type of fluctuation pattern, but the fluctuation used in the specific fluctuation period is There may be a reach effect that is set only in the pattern determination table, or conversely, there may be a reach effect that is set only in the variation pattern determination table that is used during normal times. Even if a reach effect assigned with a very high decision value is set in the change pattern determination table used within a specific change period, or a reach effect assigned with a very low decision value is set. Good.

    In the above embodiment, for example, as shown in FIGS. 24 and 23, the hold display at the time of winning is set so as not to change the display color “white” in the normal mode, but the hold display at the time of winning is set. Also, the display color may be changed by executing the special display change effect.

  In the above embodiment, for example, data may be exchanged with the pachinko gaming machine 1 and the management server via a portable terminal having a two-dimensional code reading function and an internet network connection function. The player connects to the management server using a portable terminal or the like, receives the player's own ID in advance, receives a notification regarding his / her own performance during the game, or past game history It is possible to play a game in a game mode reflecting the above.

  In the above-described embodiment, it is determined whether or not the variable display result of the variable display becomes “big hit” by executing the winning random number determination process in the start winning determination process executed on the main board 11. . The main board 11 transmits a determination result designation command for designating the determination result to the effect control board 12. The effect control board 12 determines the contents of the prefetch notice based on the determination result designation command received from the main board 11. However, the determination is not limited to whether or not the main board 11 is “big hit”. For example, the main board 11 transmits a command indicating the random value extracted at the time of winning a prize to the effect control board 12, and the effect control board 12 determines “big hit” based on the command indicating the random value received from the main board 11. It is also possible to determine whether or not to determine, and based on the determination result, the content of the prefetch notice may be determined. That is, the determination process such as whether or not the “big hit” necessary for determining the content of the pre-reading notice may be executed by either the main board 11 or the effect control board 12.

  In the above-described embodiment, for example, a plurality of types of special symbols composed of numbers indicating “0” to “9”, symbols indicating “−”, or lighting patterns of segments not limited to numbers and symbols, etc. An example of variable display is shown. However, the variable display result displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B and the special symbol variably displayed are a number indicating "0" to "9" and a symbol indicating "-". It is not limited to what consists of etc. For example, a lighting pattern during variable display of a special symbol may include a pattern in which all LEDs are turned off, and a pattern in which all LEDs are turned off and one pattern in which at least some LEDs are lit (for example, a lost symbol) Are also included in the special symbol variable display (in this case, the one pattern (eg, the lost symbol) appears to blink). Further, the special symbol displayed during variable display may be different from the special symbol displayed as the variable display result. As a special symbol variable display, for example, “−” blinks, and as a variable display result, other special symbols (“7” for “big hit”, “1” for “lost”, etc.) Is also included in the special symbol variable display. In addition, the variable display of the decorative design includes a blinking display or scroll display of one type of decorative design. The lighting pattern during the variable display of the normal symbol may include a pattern in which all the LEDs are extinguished, and a pattern in which all the LEDs are extinguished and one pattern in which at least some of the LEDs are lit (for example, a lost symbol). It is also included in the variable display of normal symbols to repeat alternately. Also, the decorative symbol or normal symbol displayed during variable display may be different from the decorative symbol or normal symbol displayed as a variable display result.

  In the above-described embodiment, the ratio (including the determination ratio, etc., the same applies to the probability) may include 0%. In other words, the ratio and probability may be between 0 and 100%. For example, to make one ratio different from the other ratio means that one ratio is, for example, 30%, the other ratio is 70%, and the other ratio is, for example, 0%, and the other ratio is 100%. Including. Further, the sum of one ratio and the other ratio may not be 100% (there may be a part that is not included in either one or the other and may have a predetermined ratio). In addition, when the ratio of the other is higher than the ratio of one, the ratio of one is set to 0% and the ratio of the other is set to 100%. For example, in the above description, the variable display pattern determination ratio in a predetermined period after the specific gaming state is different from the determination ratio of the variable display pattern in a period other than the predetermined period. In this case, the case where the variable display pattern selected on one side and the variable display pattern selected on the other side partially overlap or do not completely overlap is included. These may be defined by the contents of a table that defines the ratio.

  Further, in the above embodiment, the pachinko gaming machine 1 performs probability variation control in which the jackpot type is “probability variation” when a jackpot symbol indicating a predetermined number is derived and displayed as a variable symbol display result of the special symbol. For example, a probability variation determination device type pachinko gaming machine in which probability variation control is performed based on a game ball passing through a specific region in an attacker provided in the game region may be used.

  In the above embodiment, in order to notify the effect control board 12 of the change pattern indicating the change mode such as the change time, the type of reach effect, the presence / absence of the pseudo-ream, etc., one change pattern command is given when starting the change. Although an example of transmission is shown, a variation pattern may be notified to the effect control board 12 by two or more commands. Specifically, in the case of notifying by two commands, the gaming control microcomputer 100 uses the first command to indicate whether there is a pseudo-continuity, whether there is a slip effect, etc. before reaching reach (so-called if not reach). A command indicating the variation time and variation mode before the second stop) is transmitted, and the second command has reached the reach such as the type of reach and presence / absence of re-lottery effect (if the reach does not reach, the so-called first You may make it transmit the command which shows the fluctuation | variation time and fluctuation | variation aspect (after 2 stop). In this case, the effect control board 12 may perform the effect control in the change display based on the change time derived from the combination of the two commands. The game control microcomputer 100 notifies the change time by each of the two commands, and the effect control board 12 selects the specific change mode executed at each timing. Also good. When sending two commands, two commands may be sent within the same timer interrupt. After sending the first command, a certain period of time has passed (for example, the next timer interrupt). The second command may be transmitted. Note that the variation mode indicated by each command is not limited to this example, and the order of transmission can be changed as appropriate. In this way, by notifying the variation pattern by two or more commands, the amount of data that must be stored as the variation pattern command can be reduced.

  In the above embodiment, a pachinko machine is taken as an example of the gaming machine. However, according to the present invention, a predetermined number of bets are set by inserting medals, and a plurality of types are set according to the operation of the operation lever by the player. When the symbol is rotated and the symbol is stopped according to the stop button operation by the player, if the combination of the stop symbol becomes a specific symbol combination, it applies to a slot machine in which a predetermined number of medals are paid out to the player It is also possible. For example, when applied to a slot machine, the total number of winning combinations such as a small combination or replaying combination (replay) is counted, and the winning rate is calculated based on the total number of winning combinations generated and a specific effect May be configured to execute.

  In addition, the image display operation in the image display device for executing the device configuration and data configuration of the gaming machine, the processing shown in the flowchart, the sound output operation in the speaker, and the lighting operation in the game effect lamp and the decoration LED Various production operations including the above can be arbitrarily changed and modified without departing from the gist of the present invention. 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 gaming media as prizes based on the occurrence of winnings, and is scored based on the occurrence of winnings by enclosing gaming media It can also be applied to an enclosed game machine that gives

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

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

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 ... Pachinko machine 2 ... Game board 3 ... Gaming machine frame 4A, 4B ... Special symbol display device 5 ... Image display device 5HL ... 1st reservation display part 5HR ... 2nd reservation display part 5P ... Total acquisition point display 5S ... Sub image display device 5BT ... Button image 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 13 ... Audio Control board 14 ... Lamp control board 15 ... Relay board 20 ... Normal symbol display 21 ... Gate switches 22A and 22B ... Start-up switch 23 ... Count switch 100 ... Microcomputer 101, 121 for game control ROM
102, 122 ... RAM
103 ... CPU
104, 124 ... random number circuit 105, 125 ... I / O
120 ... CPU for effect control
123 ... Display control unit AH ... Active display AHA ... Active display area AHW ... Active display frames H1 to H3 ... Hold display

Claims (1)

A gaming machine that performs variable display and is controllable to an advantageous state advantageous to a player and a predetermined state different from the advantageous state,
State control means for continuing the gaming state before the predetermined state after the predetermined state is completed;
Determining means for determining whether to control to the advantageous state and to control to the predetermined state;
Variable display pattern determination data selection means for selecting any of a plurality of variable display pattern determination data for determining a variable display pattern of variable display based on a determination result of the determination means;
Variable display pattern determination means for determining one of a plurality of variable display patterns using the variable display pattern determination data selected by the variable display pattern determination data selection means based on the determination result of the determination means; ,
Based on the determination result of the determining means, comprising a notice effect execution means capable of executing a plurality of notice effects for notifying the possibility of being controlled to the advantageous state,
The variable display pattern determination data selection means selects specific variable display pattern determination data from the plurality of variable display pattern determination data after the predetermined state ends,
When the specific variable display pattern determination data is selected,
The variable display pattern determining means determines a variable display pattern with a special effect at a higher rate than when the specific variable display pattern determination data is not selected,
The notice effect execution means restricts execution of the notice effect whose reliability is a predetermined value or more among the plurality of notice effects.
A gaming machine characterized by that.

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