JP2018047360A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To solve the problem that conventional game machines include a number of game performances having different display modes but a game performance to be executed is related to a game mode under execution and hence the game performance is deficient in a change, lacks an element of surprise, and may cause a decrease in interest in a game although the conventional game machines had a plurality of game performances as game performances to be executed following variation display of a pattern, and some game machines could execute a game performance in a different display mode depending on a game mode switched by satisfaction of a predetermined condition.SOLUTION: A game performance having an element of surprise is executed to enhance interest in a game.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 43

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine, and is particularly applicable to a pachinko gaming machine or the like.

  In a conventional gaming machine, based on the entrance to the starting opening, the game is judged with a predetermined jackpot probability and the symbol is displayed in a variable manner, and a game effect is shown to show the result of the success / failure judgment with the variation display of the symbol. In some cases, the jackpot game was executed to open the jackpot when the jackpot. In addition, there is a gaming machine that executes a predetermined game effect in accordance with a change display of a symbol, notifies the possibility that the result of the success / failure determination will be a big hit by the game effect, and enhances the game interest (for example, Patent Documents) 1).

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  In addition, the gaming machine of the cited document 1 includes a game effect using a timer as a game effect to be executed in association with the symbol display. According to the game effect using such a timer, the display form of the game effect changes at a predetermined time regardless of the determination result. Therefore, it becomes possible for all players to see game effects with different display modes before and after the change period. As a result, the game effects to be executed diversify (change) with the lapse of the game time, and even when the same game machine is played for a long time, it is possible to prevent the player from getting bored with the game as much as possible. However, although there are a large number of game effects with different display modes, the game effects to be executed are associated with the time of the game, so there is little change, and there is a risk that it will be unexpected and reduce the game entertainment interest. Have.

  The present invention has been made in view of the above-described circumstances, and provides a gaming machine that executes a surprising game effect and enhances the game interest in a game machine having various game effects.

The gaming machine of the first invention for solving the above-mentioned problems is
Identification information display means for variably displaying identification information based on establishment of a predetermined condition;
A variable entrance that can be changed between a state in which a game ball can enter and a state in which a game ball cannot enter,
A game effect execution means capable of executing a predetermined game effect;
A count display section for displaying a predetermined count value;
Count effect execution means capable of executing a count effect for changing the count value displayed on the count display unit as the game progresses;
A special game execution means for executing a special game for allowing the variable entrance to enter when the result of the variation display of the identification information is a specific result,
As the game effect, at least a first game effect is provided,
In the case where the count effect is executed, the first game effect is executed when a specific count value is displayed on the count display portion, and the first count is displayed when the specific count value is not displayed on the count display portion. This is characterized in that no game effect is executed.

  According to such a gaming machine, a count display unit that displays a predetermined count value and a count effect that changes (progresses) the count value displayed on the count display unit as the game progresses can be executed. Count effect execution means, and when the count effect is executed and a specific count value is displayed, the first game effect is executed, and when the specific count value is not displayed, the first game effect is displayed. Do not execute. Accordingly, whether or not the first game effect is to be executed is indicated by whether or not the specific count value is displayed based on the progress of the count effect, so that the player pays attention to the progress of the count effect and the specific count Expecting the value to be displayed, it is possible to enhance the game entertainment.

Further, the gaming machine of the second invention is the gaming machine of the first invention,
A game effect information display unit for displaying game effect information indicating a predetermined game effect;
As the game effect, at least a second game effect is provided,
The game effect information includes at least first game effect information indicating the first game effect and second game effect information indicating the second game effect,
When the first game effect information is displayed on the game effect information display unit and the count effect is executed, the first game effect is executed when the specific count value is displayed on the count display unit. If the specific count value is not displayed on the count display unit, the first game effect is not executed,
When the second game effect information is displayed on the game effect information display unit and the count effect is executed, the second game effect is executed when the specific count value is displayed on the count display unit. The second game effect is not executed unless the specific count value is displayed on the count display section.

  According to such a gaming machine, the first game effect has at least a first game effect and a second game effect as game effects, and the first game effect is displayed as game effect information displayed on the game effect information display unit. It has at least game effect information and second game effect information indicating the second game effect. Then, the first game effect information is displayed on the game effect information display unit, and the first game effect is executed when a specific count value is displayed on the count display unit, and if the specific count value is not displayed, the first game effect is displayed. Is not executed. In addition, the second game effect is displayed when the second game effect information is displayed on the game effect information display unit, and the specific count value is displayed on the count display unit. If the specific count value is not displayed, the second game effect is displayed. Is not supposed to be executed.

  According to this, whether or not the game effect indicated by the display on the game effect information display unit is executed depending on whether or not a specific count value is displayed by the count effect. Thereby, the player pays attention to the progress of the count effect when the game effect displayed on the game effect information display part is highly interesting or increases the expectation of special games, etc. Expecting that a specific count value is displayed in the count effect, it is possible to enhance the game entertainment.

Further, the gaming machine of the third invention is the gaming machine of the first invention or the second invention,
Provided with an input means for a player to perform a predetermined input,
The count effect includes a first input effect for displaying the specific count value on the count display unit with an input to the input means.

  According to such a gaming machine, the player is provided with an input means for performing a predetermined input, and a specific count value is displayed based on the input to the input means in the count effect accompanied by the input to the input means. Has production. Thereby, since the player is related to whether or not he / she displays a specific count value by the input to the input means, the motivation to the input action can be increased, and the game entertainment can be enhanced for the occurrence of the first input effect. It becomes possible. Also, in the count effect, it is possible not to wait for the specific count value to be displayed simply by waiting for the passage of time, but to display the specific count value by one's own input action. It is possible to enhance the entertainment interest.

The gaming machine of the fourth invention is the gaming machine of the second invention or the third invention,
Provided with an input means for a player to perform a predetermined input,
Based on an input to the input means, the game effect information display unit has a second input effect for displaying game effect information.

  According to such a gaming machine, the player is provided with an input means for performing a predetermined input, and has a second input effect for displaying the game effect information on the game effect information display unit based on the input to the input means. . Thereby, based on the input to an input means, it has the effect which displays the game effect performed when a specific count value is displayed. Thereby, since the player notifies the game effect that can be executed by the input to the input means, it is possible to increase the motivation to the input action and enhance the game interest for the occurrence of the first input effect. In addition, it is possible to select whether or not to display the game effect information on the game effect information display unit depending on whether or not the input to the input unit is performed, and the game effect can be diversified.

In addition, the gaming machine of the fifth invention is the gaming machine of the fourth invention,
In the second input effect, when the input to the input means is not detected, the game effect information is not displayed on the game effect information display unit until at least the specific count value is displayed in the count effect, and the input When the input to the means is detected, the game effect information is displayed on the game effect information display unit before the specific count value is displayed in the count effect.

  According to such a gaming machine, in the second input effect that displays the game effect information that can be executed, when no input is made to the input means, the game effect information is at least until a specific count value is displayed. Is not displayed. That is, when a specific count value is not displayed in the count effect, the game effect information is not displayed. Further, when an input to the input means is performed, game effect information indicating a game effect that can be executed when the specific count value is displayed is displayed before the specific count value is displayed. Thus, the game effect that can be executed at the stage before it is determined whether or not the specific count value is displayed while the effect of whether or not the specific count value is displayed in the count effect is executed. A player who wants to know inputs to the input means, and a player who does not want to know a game effect that is executed (or can be executed) until a specific count value is displayed (or even if displayed) is input means It is possible to make a game selection such as no input to. Thereby, a game becomes diversified and it becomes possible to raise a game interest.

  According to the gaming machine of the present invention, it is possible to provide a gaming machine that executes an unexpected gaming effect and enhances the gaming interest in gaming machines having various gaming effects.

1 is a front view of a gaming machine according to an embodiment of the present invention. It is a back view of the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention. It is a front view which shows the structure of the game board of the Example of this invention. FIG. 4 is an enlarged view of the main display device shown in FIG. 3, and is a view showing display devices provided in the gaming machine. It is a block diagram which shows the electrical structure of the game machine. It is a table | surface which shows a response | compatibility etc. with the classification of winning and the opening pattern of a big prize opening. It is a table | surface which shows the various random numbers which the microcomputer for game control acquires. (A) is a hit determination table, (B) is a big hit type determination table, (C) is a normal symbol per determination table, and (D) is a normal symbol variation pattern selection table. It is a fluctuation pattern table. It is a flowchart of a main control main process. It is a flowchart of an interruption process. It is a flowchart of a start port sensor detection process. It is a flowchart of the process at the time of starting entrance. It is a flowchart of a normal operation process. It is a flowchart of a normal symbol standby process. It is a flowchart of a normal symbol success / failure determination process. It is a flowchart of a normal symbol random number shift process. It is a flowchart of the process during normal symbol fluctuation. It is a flowchart of a normal symbol confirmation process. It is a flowchart of a normal electric accessory process. It is a flowchart of special figure operation processing. It is a flowchart of a special symbol standby process. FIG. 2 is a flowchart of special figure 2 determination processing. It is a flowchart of special figure 2 fluctuation pattern selection processing. It is a flowchart of special figure 2 fluctuation pattern selection processing. It is a flowchart of special figure 2 random number shift processing. It is a flowchart of special figure 1 success / failure determination processing. It is a flowchart of a special figure 1 fluctuation pattern selection process. It is a flowchart of a special figure 1 fluctuation pattern selection process. It is a flowchart of special figure 1 random number shift processing. It is a flowchart of the special symbol variation processing. It is a flowchart of a special symbol confirmation process. It is a flowchart of the special electric accessory processing 1 (big hit game). It is a flowchart of a game state setting process. It is a flowchart of the special electric accessory processing 2 (small hit game). It is a flowchart of a specific area sensor detection process. It is a flowchart of the number of reserved balls. It is a flowchart of a power-off monitoring process. It is a flowchart of a sub control main process. It is a flowchart of a reception interruption process. It is a flowchart of a 2 ms timer interruption process. It is a flowchart of a 10 ms timer interrupt process. It is a flowchart of a first effect mode setting process. It is a flowchart of a prior effect switching process. It is a flowchart of a received command analysis process. It is a flowchart of a received command analysis process. It is a flowchart of a prior determination process. It is a flowchart of the 2nd production mode setting processing. It is a flowchart of a change production start process. It is a flowchart of a notice effect setting process. It is a flowchart of the 3rd production mode setting processing. . It is a figure showing an example of prior production. It is a figure showing an example of prior production. It is a figure showing an example of prior production. It is a figure showing an example of prior production. It is a figure which shows an example of a notice effect. It is a table | surface which shows the kind of notification effect. It is a figure which shows an example of the other aspect of notification effect. It is a figure which shows an example of the other aspect of notification effect. FIG. 10 is a diagram illustrating a specific mode according to the second embodiment. It is a figure which shows the notification effect of Example 2. FIG. It is a flowchart of a right-handed instruction | indication image display process. (A) is a figure which shows an example of the display screen during the round production in a special game state, (b) is a figure which shows an example of the display screen during the fluctuation display of the production symbol in a high base state, (c) FIG. 10 is a diagram illustrating an example of a display screen when a transition is made from a high base state to a low base state. 12 is a flowchart of right-handed instruction image change processing according to the third embodiment. 14 is a flowchart of right-handed instruction image change processing according to the fourth embodiment.

  Next, embodiments of the present invention will be described using examples. In the following embodiments, a game medium used for a game is a game ball, and a pachinko game machine (bullet ball game machine) capable of proceeding with a game by launching the game ball toward a game board surface, What applied the invention is described. Specifically, a special symbol is displayed on the basis of the game ball entering the starting port, and when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed at the end of the special symbol variation display, a predetermined amount is displayed to the player. A so-called “one type” pachinko gaming machine that can execute a jackpot game (special game) to which a game profit (for example, a prize ball) can be given will be described as an example.

  In the following description, the front side (front) simply refers to the front side when the gaming machine is viewed from the front (the side where the player is located during the game), and the rear side (rear) simply refers to the game This is the back side when the machine is viewed from the front. Also, the upper side (upper), lower side (lower), left side (left side), and right side (right side) are the directions of up, down, left, and right when the gaming machine is viewed from the front. For example, the upper side, the lower side, the left side, and the right side in FIGS.

  As shown in FIGS. 1 to 3, the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the first embodiment includes a gaming machine frame 50 and a gaming board 2 attached in the gaming machine frame 50. The gaming board 2 is a gaming machine. It is configured to be detachable from the machine frame 50. FIG. 3 shows a state in which the gaming board 2 is removed from the gaming machine frame 50. The gaming machine frame 50 includes a front frame 51 having a decorative surface, a main body frame 52 to which the gaming board 2 and the like are attached, and an outer frame 53 for attaching the pachinko gaming machine 1 to the island facility of the hall. The front frame 51, the main body frame 52, and the outer frame 53 are pivotally supported on one side end side and can be opened and closed.

  In addition, the front frame 51 can supply a launching handle 60 for launching a game ball with a launch intensity corresponding to the operation amount (rotation angle) of the player and a game ball stored and stored to the launching device side. A ball hitting tray (upper pan) 61 and a surplus ball tray (lower pan) 62 for storing game balls that cannot be accommodated in the ball hitting tray 61 are provided. Further, the front frame 51 includes a first effect button 63a and a second effect button 63b (generally referring to these two effect buttons) that can be operated by the player during execution of a game effect that is executed as the game progresses. Simply referred to as “effect button 63”), a decorative frame lamp 66 that can emit various lights according to the game situation, and various sounds (sound effects) according to the game situation. The speaker 67 etc. which can be provided are also provided.

  The effect button 63 functions as an input means that can be input by the player, and the effect button to be used can be selected depending on the type of game effect. For example, when the first effect button 63a or the second effect button 63b is operated during the execution of the game effect, a predetermined operation-corresponding effect is performed based on the operation. Note that the configuration of the effect button 63 is not limited to the aspect of the first embodiment, and it is sufficient that the player can perform input. For example, the input means that the player directly touches the button portion to input. (For example, in / out type, touch sensor type, etc.), or non-contact type input means (photoelectric type etc.) for detecting and inputting that a part of the player's body is close Also good. The effect button may be one that performs an effect operation such as projecting upward or near side or vibrating (movable effect operation means).

  In the game board 2, a game area 3 in which a game ball launched by the operation of the launch handle 60 flows down is surrounded by the rail member 4. In the game area 3, a plurality of game nails 16 for guiding a game ball are projected, and a ball return prevention piece 6 is provided at the tip of the rail member 4. The ball return prevention piece 6 is for preventing the game ball once guided to the game area from returning to the launching device side. The game board 2 is also provided with a decorative board surface lamp 5 (see FIG. 5) that can emit various lights according to the game situation.

  Near the center of the game area 3, an image display device 7 which is an aspect of the effect display means is provided. The image display device 7 of the present embodiment is composed of a liquid crystal display device, and an effect symbol display area 7b in which effect symbols 8L, 8C, 8R (also simply referred to as “effect symbol 8”) are displayed on the display screen 7a. (Also referred to as “effect design display section”) and a background display area 7c in which a background image constituting the background of the display screen 7a is displayed. The effect symbols 8L, 8C, and 8R perform a variable display in synchronization with a variable display of a first special symbol and a variable display of a second special symbol, which will be described later. As a mode of the variable display, for example, there is a mode in which scroll display is performed in the up and down, left and right, diagonal directions, and in this embodiment, in principle, scroll display is performed in the vertical direction. The effect symbol display area 7b includes, for example, three symbol display areas of “left”, “middle”, and “right”. The left symbol display area displays the left effect symbol 8L, and the middle symbol display area displays the medium effect. The symbol 8C is displayed, and the right effect symbol 8R is displayed in the symbol display area on the right. The positions of the left, middle, and right symbol display areas do not need to be separately provided, and the display areas of the left, middle, and right effect symbols may be the entire symbol display area (effect symbol display area 7b). .

  The production symbols 8L, 8C, 8R of the present embodiment are each composed of a plurality of symbols (identification information) representing numbers “1” to “9”. Displayed on a first special symbol display 41a (also referred to as “first special symbol display unit”) to be described later by a combination (stop display mode) of the left, middle, and right effect symbols that are stopped and displayed in the effect symbol display area 7b. The display result of the variable display of the first special symbol and the display result of the variable display of the second special symbol displayed on the second special symbol display 41b (also referred to as “second special symbol display unit”), that is, The result of the special symbol success / failure determination (also simply referred to as “win / fail determination”) is displayed so that the player can easily recognize it. In this embodiment, the stop order of the effect symbols 8L, 8C, and 8R that are variably displayed is, in principle, “left → right → middle”. It should be noted that the first special symbol, the second special symbol, or the production symbol may be referred to simply as “symbol” or “identification information”. Also, the normal symbol is “special”, the special symbol is “special”, the first special symbol is “special symbol 1”, “first special symbol”, and the second special symbol is “special symbol 2” “second special symbol”. There are times.

  For example, if the result of the special symbol success / failure determination is a big hit, the effect symbol can be stopped and displayed with the same third digit such as “777” (also referred to as “hit effect symbol”). In addition, in the case of a small hit, it is possible to stop and display the effect symbol with a preset chance symbol such as “135” or a special symbol such as “3 * 3” (also referred to as “small hit effect symbol”) It is. Also, in the event of a loss, it is possible to stop and display the effect symbol with a rosette symbol (also referred to as a “delayed effect symbol”) in which at least one of the three symbols such as “637” and “373” is different. Is possible. Thereby, the player can easily grasp the progress of the game by looking at the effect symbols that are stopped and displayed. That is, the player generally does not directly grasp the result of the special symbol success / failure determination by looking at the special symbol displayed on the first special symbol display 41a or the second special symbol display 41b, Grasp the effect symbols displayed in the symbol display area 7b.

  Here, among the stop display modes of the production symbols, the stop display mode (in the present embodiment, the doublet in this example) corresponding to the case where the result of the special symbol success / failure determination is a big hit is “big hit mode”, “specific display result”, etc. In some cases, the stop display mode corresponding to the case where the result of the special symbol success / failure determination is out of place (in this embodiment, a disjoint pattern) may be referred to as “out of mode” or “non-specific display result”. In addition, the stop display mode corresponding to the case where the result of determining whether or not the special symbol is successful is sometimes referred to as “small hit mode” or “predetermined display result”.

  On the display screen 7a of the image display device 7, in addition to displaying the above-described game effects using the effect symbols (effect symbol game effects), the hit game effects to be executed along with the hit games, Demo production etc. are displayed. In the effect symbol game effect, the hit game effect, and the demonstration effect, various effect images other than effect symbols such as background images and character images are displayed in addition to effect symbols such as numbers.

  The display screen 7a of the image display device 7 includes a first effect hold display area 9c (first effect hold display unit) for displaying a first effect hold 9a in accordance with the number of first special figure hold to be described later. A second effect hold display area 9d (second effect hold display unit) for displaying the second effect hold 9b in accordance with the number of second special figure hold to be described later is provided. Depending on the display mode (display number) of the first effect hold and the second effect hold, the number of stored first special figure holds and the second number displayed on the first special figure hold indicator 43a (see FIG. 4) described later. The stored number of the second special figure hold displayed on the special figure hold indicator 43b can be easily shown to the player.

  Furthermore, on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 of the present embodiment, there is a production suspension corresponding to the currently changing special symbol (the first special symbol or the second special symbol), that is, the digested special symbol suspension. A variable hold display area 9e for displaying a corresponding effect hold (first effect hold 9a or second effect hold 9b) is provided (see FIG. 3).

  Further, on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7, a left-handed display area 70c (left-handed instruction image display unit) for displaying a left-handed instruction image 70 described later and a right-handed instruction described later are displayed according to the gaming state. A right-handed display area 71c (right-handed instruction image display unit) for displaying the image 71 is provided. The left-handed instruction image 70 and the right-handed instruction image 71 are also collectively referred to as “fired instruction images”.

  A center decorative body 10 is provided in the vicinity of the center of the game area 3 and in front of the image display device 7 so as to surround the effect symbol display area 7b. A stage portion 11 having a game ball rolling surface on which a game ball can roll is provided below the center decorative body 10. A hollow warp portion 12 is provided on the left portion of the center decorative body 10. The warp unit 12 is provided with a warp inlet and a warp outlet. The warp flowing down the game area 3 is received from the warp inlet, and the game ball is discharged from the warp outlet and guided to the stage unit 11. The game ball guided to the rolling surface of the stage unit 11 can enter the first start port 20 described later with a higher possibility than the game ball not guided to the stage unit 11. Further, on the upper part of the center decorative body 10, there is an electric decoration member (board surface lamp 5) such as an LED, which can be turned on according to the gaming state, and a decoration member 13 that is shaped like a character or a figure is arranged. Yes.

  In addition, a movable decorative member 14 that is operable in accordance with a game effect is provided at the upper part of the center decorative body 10 and behind the decorative member 13. In FIG. 3, only a part of the movable decorative member 14 is visible. For example, the movable decorative member 14 falls downward in accordance with the execution of a game effect that is relatively likely to hit, and the movable decorative member 14 is movable. The decorative member covers the front surface of the display screen 7a, and most of the decorative member is visible. As a result, the player increases the sense of expectation for winning.

  Below the image display device 7 in the game area 3, a fixed winning device 19 having a non-variable first start port 20 that does not change the ease of entering a game ball is provided. A random number for determining whether or not a special symbol is obtained based on the game ball entering the first starting port 20, and if a predetermined condition is established, whether or not the first special symbol is true (first special symbol true / false) When the determination) is executed, the first special symbol is variably displayed, and is stopped and displayed based on the determination result.

  Below the first start opening 20, there is provided a variable winning device 22 (also referred to as "variable start opening") having a variable second start opening 21 for changing the ease of entering a game ball. . A random number for determining whether or not a special symbol is obtained based on the game ball entering the second starting port 21, and if a predetermined condition is established, whether or not the second special symbol is determined (second special symbol determination) ) Is executed, the second special symbol is variably displayed, and is stopped and displayed based on the determination result.

  The variable winning device 22 includes a movable member 23 and opens and closes the second start port 21 by the operation of the movable member 23. By this opening / closing operation, the second start port 21 can be changed from the first mode (closed state) to the second mode (open state) in which a game ball is more likely to enter than the first mode. is there. That is, the movable member 23 changes the possibility of entering a game ball into the second start port 21 by performing a predetermined operation (opening / closing operation). The movable member 23 is driven by a second start port solenoid 24 (see FIG. 5). In the present embodiment, the second starting port 21 can enter the game ball only when the movable member 23 is in the open state, and the game ball cannot enter when the movable member 23 is in the closed state. . The second starting port 21 is completely open when the movable member 23 is in the closed state, as long as the game ball is more difficult to enter when the movable member 23 is in the closed state than when the movable member 23 is in the open state. It may not be impossible to enter the ball.

  On the right side of the first start opening 20 in the game area 3, there is provided a first big winning device 31 having a first big winning opening 30 (also referred to as a “first variable winning opening”). The first grand prize winning device 31 includes an opening / closing member 32, and opens / closes the first grand prize winning opening 30 by the operation of the opening / closing member 32. The opening / closing member 32 is driven by a first big prize opening solenoid 33 (see FIG. 5). The first grand prize opening 30 allows a game ball to enter only when the opening / closing member 32 is in the open state. In other words, the first grand prize winning device 31 has an opening / closing operation of the opening / closing member 32 to make it impossible to enter a game ball (closed state) and allow a game ball to enter (open state). Can be changed.

  Further, in the game area 3, a second large winning opening 35 (also referred to as a “second variable pitching opening”) is provided above the first large winning opening 30 and in the lower right portion of the center decorative body 10. A big winning device 36 is provided. The second grand prize winning device 36 includes an opening / closing member (blade member) 37, and opens and closes the second big prize winning opening 35 by the operation of the opening / closing member 37. The opening / closing member 37 is driven by a second big prize opening solenoid 38 (see FIG. 5). The second big winning opening 35 allows a game ball to enter only when the opening / closing member 37 is in the open state. In other words, the second grand prize winning device 36 has an opening / closing operation of the opening / closing member 37 to make it impossible to enter a game ball (closed state) and to enter a possible game ball (open state). Can be changed.

  The second grand prize winning device 36 is formed with a specific area 39 through which a game ball that has entered the second big prize winning opening 35 can pass. In the pachinko gaming machine 1, a high probability state described later is generated based on the detection that at least one of the game balls that have entered the second grand prize opening 35 has passed the specific area 39. . That is, the specific area 39 is a probability changing operation port. Such a specific area 39 is not provided in the first big prize winning device 31. The second big prize opening 35 (second big prize device 36) provided with such a specific area 39 (V area) as a probability changing operation port is also referred to as a “V attacker”. Note that the high probability state is one of the gaming benefits provided to the player separately from the special game.

  A gate 28 (game ball passage opening) through which a game ball can pass is provided in the right region of the center decorative body 10 in the game region 3. Based on the passing of the game ball to the gate 28, a random number for determining whether or not a normal symbol is obtained is obtained. When a predetermined condition is established, it is determined whether or not the second start port 21 is opened. When the symbol success / failure determination is executed, the normal symbol is variably displayed, and is stopped and displayed based on the result of the normal symbol success / failure determination. When the winning normal symbol is stopped and displayed, the second start port 21 is opened. Further, a plurality of general winning ports 27 are provided at the lower part of the game area 3. In the present embodiment, four general winning ports 27 are provided, three of which are left general winning ports provided on the left side of the first start port 20, and one is the right of the first big winning port 30. It is a right general prize opening provided for the person. The first start opening 20, the second start opening 21, the first grand prize opening 30, the second big prize opening 35, and the general prize opening 27 are entry holes that serve as a chance to pay out prize balls, respectively. When a game ball enters the mouth, a predetermined number of game balls (prize balls) are paid out at each entrance. Specifically, the number of winning balls at the first starting port 20 is “4”, the number of winning balls at the second starting port 21 is “2”, and the number of winning balls at the first big winning port 20 and the second big winning port 35. Is “15”, and the number of prize balls in the general winning opening 27 is “10”.

  A game in which a plurality of entrances (the first start opening 20, the second start opening 21, the first big prize opening 30, the second big prize opening 35, the general prize opening 27 and the gate 28) are arranged in this way. The area 3 can be divided into a left game area 3A (first area) on the left side from the center in the left-right direction and a right game area 3B (second area) on the right side. Launching a game ball so that the game ball flows down in the left game area 3A is called “left-handed”, and firing a game ball so that the game ball flows down in the right game area 3B is called “right-handed”. . Here, among the plurality of entrances, the first start opening 20 and the three left general winning entrances 27 are provided so that game balls flowing down the left game area 3A among the game areas 3 can enter. The second starting port 21, the first grand prize opening 30, the second major prize opening 35, the right general prize opening 27 and the gate 28 enter the game balls flowing down the right game area 3 </ b> B of the game areas 3. It is provided as possible. In the pachinko gaming machine 1, at the start of the game, in principle, aiming to enter the first starting port 20 by left-handed. On the other hand, when the winning / unjudging decision based on the entry to the first starting port 20 is a win and the gaming state changes, in principle, the gate 28, the second starting port 21, the first big winning port 30 and the The goal is to enter the two big winning holes 35.

  As shown in FIGS. 3 and 4, a main display 40 is disposed at the lower right portion of the game board 2. The main display 40 includes a first special symbol display 41a (first special symbol display unit) that displays the first special symbol in a variably displayed and stopped state, and a second special symbol that displays the second special symbol in a variably displayed and stopped state. A display 41b (second special symbol display unit) and a normal symbol display unit 42 (normal symbol display unit) that displays normal symbols in a variable manner and stops display are included. In addition, the main indicator 40 includes a first special figure hold indicator 43a that displays the number of stored determination information (first special figure hold) related to the first special symbol, and the determination information related to the second special symbol ( The second special figure hold indicator 43b for displaying the number of stored second special figure hold) and the general figure hold indicator 44 for displaying the number of stored operation hold (normal figure hold) of the normal symbol display 42. include. Further, the main indicator 40 includes a hit indicator 48 indicating that the result of the first special symbol success / failure determination or the second special symbol success / failure determination has been won, and the first special symbol success / failure determination or the second special symbol success / failure determination. A round indicator 45 indicating the number of rounds of the winning game to be executed when the result of winning is, a gaming state indicator 46 indicating that the probability variation function is activated, and a shooting direction of the game ball, that is, right-handed And a firing direction indicator 47 indicating whether to perform left-handed or left-handed. These various displays included in the main display 40 are display-controlled by a main control unit described later.

  The variation display of the first special symbol is performed based on the game ball entering the first start port 20. The change display of the second special symbol is performed based on the game ball entering the second start port 21. In the following description, the first special symbol and the second special symbol may be collectively referred to as “special symbols”. The first special symbol display 41a and the second special symbol display 41b may be collectively referred to as “special symbol display unit 41”. In addition, the first special figure hold indicator 43a and the second special figure hold indicator 43b may be collectively referred to as a “special figure hold display unit 43”.

  In the special symbol display unit 41, the special symbol (identification information) is variably displayed for a predetermined time, and then stopped and displayed. The special symbol (stop symbol) that is stopped and displayed enters the first start port 20 or the second start port 21. The result of lottery based on (special symbol success / failure determination, big hit lottery) is notified. The special symbol that is stopped and displayed is one special symbol that is selected from a plurality of types of special symbols based on the special symbol success / failure determination. When the stop symbol is a predetermined special symbol (specific identification information), that is, the special symbol stop display mode (the display result of the special symbol variation display) is the big hit symbol, the small hit symbol, or the like. In this case, a special game (a big hit game, a small hit game) is performed in which the first big prize opening 30 or the second big prize opening 35 is opened in an opening pattern corresponding to the type of the winning symbol displayed in a stopped state. In addition, the opening pattern of the special winning opening (the first big winning opening 30 and the second big winning opening 35) in the special game will be described later.

  As shown in FIG. 4, the first special symbol display 41 a is composed of eight LEDs indicated by “ip” and displays a special symbol corresponding to the result of the first special symbol success / failure determination. In this embodiment, as a result of the first special symbol success / failure determination, four types of big hits of “15R first big hit”, “15R second big hit”, “5R third big hit” and “2R fourth big hit”, Small hits are provided (see FIGS. 6 and 8), and the LEDs of the first special symbol display 41a can take display modes corresponding to the big hits and the small hits. For example, when the result of the first special symbol success / failure determination is the first big hit (15R big hit), the three “ijn” LEDs are turned on and the rest are turned off (15R first big hit symbol). When the second big hit (15R big hit) is reached, the three “ijk” LEDs are turned on and the rest are turned off (15R second big hit symbol). When the third big hit (15R big hit) is reached, the three “ijl” LEDs are turned on and the rest are turned off (15R third big hit symbol). Also, when the fourth big hit (2R big hit) is reached, the four “jnop” LEDs are turned on and the rest are turned off (2R fourth big hit symbol). When the first small hit is reached, the four “mnop” LEDs are turned on and the rest are turned off (small hit symbol). In addition, when it comes off, the two “lo” LEDs are turned on and the rest are turned off (outage symbol).

  On the other hand, the second special symbol display 41b is composed of eight LEDs indicated by “a to h”, and displays a special symbol corresponding to the result of the second special symbol success / failure determination. In the present embodiment, two types of big hits, “15R fifth big hit” and “15R sixth big hit”, are provided as a result of the second special symbol success / failure determination (see FIG. 8). The LED of the device 41b can take a display mode corresponding to each of the jackpots. For example, when the result of the second special symbol success / failure determination is the fifth big hit (15R big hit), the three “abd” LEDs are turned on and the rest are turned off (15R fifth big hit symbol). When the sixth big hit (15R big hit) is reached, the three LEDs “abc” are turned on and the rest are turned off (15R sixth big hit symbol). When the second small hit is reached, the four “cdeh” LEDs are turned on and the rest are turned off (second small hit symbol). In addition, when it comes off, the two LEDs “eh” are turned on and the rest are turned off (out of symbol).

  In addition, the stop display mode (stop symbol) of the special symbol is not limited to these, and can be arbitrarily set. Further, before the special symbol is stopped and displayed, the special symbol variation display is performed over a predetermined variation time. The variation display mode is, for example, that light repeatedly flows from left to right in a predetermined order. In this manner, each LED can be turned on.

  In this pachinko gaming machine 1, when a game ball enters the first start port 20 or the second start port 21, various information such as a special symbol success / failure random number (“acquired information”) The acquired various information is temporarily stored in a special figure storage unit (not shown) formed in the RAM of the main control unit. Specifically, if the ball enters the first starting port 20, it is stored in the first special figure storage unit (not shown) as the first special figure reservation (first acquisition information), and then to the second starting port 21. Is stored in a second special figure storage unit (not shown) as second special figure reservation (second acquisition information). The number of special figure reservations (acquired information) that can be stored in each special figure storage unit is limited to a predetermined number, and the upper limit value in this embodiment is “4”. The first special figure storage unit and the second special figure storage unit are also referred to as “first acquisition information storage unit” and “second acquisition information storage unit”, respectively, and are also collectively referred to as “acquisition information storage unit”.

  The special figure hold stored in the special figure hold storage unit is digested when the special symbol based on the special figure hold can be displayed. The digestion of the special symbol hold means that the special symbol determination random number or the like corresponding to the special symbol hold is determined, and the special symbol variable display for indicating the determination result is executed. Therefore, in this pachinko gaming machine 1, when the change display of the special symbol based on the entrance of the game ball into the first start port 20 or the second start port 21 cannot be executed immediately at the time of the entrance, that is, the change of the special symbol Even when the display is being executed or the special game is being executed, it is possible to reserve the right to determine whether or not the special symbol is appropriate for the entered ball, up to a predetermined number.

  The number of special figure hold stored in the special figure hold storage unit is displayed on the first special figure hold indicator 43a and the second special figure hold indicator 43b. Specifically, the first special figure hold indicator 43a is composed of two “uv” LEDs, and the first special figure is controlled by controlling the display of the LEDs according to the number of the first special figure hold. The number of holds is displayed. For example, when the number of holds is “0”, the display mode is such that both LEDs are turned off, such as “u □ v □” (for example, □: unlit, ●: red lit, ▲: green lit). When “1” is “1”, the display mode is such that “u” LED is turned off and “v” LED is lit in red, such as “u □ v ●”. “u” LED is turned on in red, and “v” LED is turned off. When the number of hold is “3”, both LEDs are turned on as “u ● v ●”. The display mode is lit in red, and when the number of reservations is “4 (upper limit number)”, both LEDs can be lit in green as “u ▲ v ▲”.

  The second special figure hold indicator 43b is composed of two LEDs “wx”, and the number of second special figure hold is controlled by controlling the display of the LEDs according to the number of second special figure hold. Is displayed. For example, when the number of holds is “0”, the display mode is such that both LEDs are turned off, such as “w □ x □” (for example, □: unlit, ●: red lit, ▲: green lit). “1” to “4” are also determined in the same manner as the first special figure hold indicator 43a.

  The normal symbol variation display is triggered by the passage of the game ball to the gate 28. In the normal symbol display 42, the normal symbol is variably displayed for a predetermined time, and then the stop symbol is displayed. The result of the normal symbol success / failure determination based on the passing of the game ball to the gate 28 is displayed based on the stopped normal symbol (stop symbol). Inform. The normal symbol that is stopped and displayed is one normal symbol that is selected from a plurality of types of normal symbols based on the normal symbol determination. If the stopped normal symbol is a predetermined specific symbol (a normal symbol), an auxiliary game is performed in which the second start port 21 is opened in an opening pattern corresponding to the current gaming state. The opening pattern of the second start port 21 will be described later.

  Specifically, as shown in FIG. 4, the normal symbol display 42 is composed of two “st” LEDs, and displays a normal symbol corresponding to the result of the normal symbol success / failure determination according to the lighting mode. It is. For example, if the determination result is a win, the normal symbol that is turned on when both LEDs are lit is stopped and displayed, such as “s t” (for example, ■: lighted, □: lighted off). If the determination result is out of place, an out-of-order normal symbol is displayed in a state where only the “t” LED is lit, such as “s □ t ■”. Note that the off-normal symbol is not a specific normal symbol. Before the normal symbol is stopped and displayed, the normal symbol variation display is executed for a predetermined variation time. The variation display mode is, for example, a mode in which both LEDs are alternately turned on and off. is there.

  In this pachinko gaming machine 1, when a game ball passes to the gate 28, various information (also referred to as "acquired information") such as a random number for determining whether or not a normal symbol is obtained based on the passage, and the acquired various information Is temporarily stored as a general map reservation in a general map storage unit (not shown) formed in the RAM of the main control unit. The number of general map holds that can be stored in the general map storage unit is limited to a predetermined number, and the upper limit value in this embodiment is “4”. The general map reservation stored in the general map storage unit is digested when the change display of the normal symbol based on the general map storage becomes possible. The digestion of the general symbol hold means that the normal symbol validity determination random number corresponding to the general symbol hold is determined, and the normal symbol variation display for indicating the determination result is executed. Accordingly, in this pachinko gaming machine 1, when the normal symbol variation display based on the passage of the game ball to the gate 28 cannot be immediately executed, that is, when the normal symbol variation display is being executed or the auxiliary game is being executed. Even so, with the predetermined number as the upper limit, it is possible to reserve the right to determine whether or not it is a normal symbol for the passage.

  The number of the general map reservation stored in the general map storage unit is displayed on the general map storage display 44. Specifically, the general map hold indicator 44 is composed of two “qr” LEDs, and displays the number of general map holds by turning on the LED according to the number of general map holds. is there. For example, when the number of holdings is “0”, the display mode is such that both LEDs are turned off, such as “q □ r □” (for example, □: off, ●: red on, ▲: green on). When “1” is “1”, a display mode in which the “q” LED is turned off and the “r” LED is turned on in red, such as “q □ r ●”. Further, the number of holdings “2” to “4” is determined in the same manner as the first special figure holding display 43a.

  Next, based on FIG.2 and FIG.5, the electrical structure in this pachinko game machine 1 is demonstrated. The pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment is a main control board 80 (also referred to as “main control unit”) that performs control related to game progress and game profits, such as special symbol success / failure determination, normal symbol success / failure determination, and game state transition. Sub-control board 90 (also referred to as “sub-control unit” or “effect control unit”) for performing control related to effects executed as the game progresses, payout control for performing control related to game ball payout Image control board for performing display control of the substrate 110 (also referred to as “payout control unit”), the image display device 7, the effect display 102, the effect first special figure hold display 103a, the effect second special figure hold display 103b, etc. 100 (image control unit) and the like.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 2, a main control board storage case storing the main control board 80 is provided at a substantially central portion on the rear side (back side) of the pachinko gaming machine 1, and above the main control board case. Is provided with an image control board storage case containing the audio control board 106, the lamp control board 107 and the image control board 100, and a sub control board storage containing the sub control board 90 on the image control board storage case. A case is provided. Further, a payout control board case for storing the payout control board is provided on the lower left side of the main control board case, and a power supply board case for storing the power supply board 109 is provided on the right side thereof.

  A game control one-chip microcomputer (hereinafter referred to as “game control microcomputer”) 81 that controls the progress of the game of the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to a program is mounted on the main control board 80. The game control microcomputer 81 includes a ROM that stores a program for controlling the progress of the game, a RAM that is used as a work memory, and a CPU that executes a program stored in the ROM. The game control microcomputer 81 transmits / receives data (information) to / from other boards via an input / output circuit 87 (I / O port unit). The input / output circuit 87 may be built in the game control microcomputer 81. The ROM may be externally attached. The RAM of the game control microcomputer 81 is provided with the above-described special figure storage unit (first special figure storage unit and second special figure storage unit) and the general figure storage unit. In addition, storage areas for use in various flags and various counters are secured at predetermined addresses in the RAM (main control RAM) of the main control board 80 (game control microcomputer 81).

  Various sensors and solenoids are connected to the main control board 80 via a relay board 88. Therefore, a signal is input from each sensor to the main control board 80, and a signal is output from the main control board 80 to each solenoid. Specifically, the sensors include a first start opening sensor 20a, a second start opening sensor 21a, a gate sensor 28a, a first big prize opening sensor 30a, a second big prize opening sensor 35a, a specific area sensor 39a, and a non-specification. An area sensor 49a and a general winning opening sensor 27a are connected. These various sensors are also referred to as “game ball detecting means”.

  The first start port sensor 20 a is provided in the first start port 20 and detects a game ball that has entered the first start port 20. The second start port sensor 21 a is provided in the second start port 21 and detects a game ball that has entered the second start port 21. The gate sensor 28 a is provided in the gate 28 and detects a game ball that has passed through the gate 28. The first grand prize opening sensor 30 a is provided in the first big prize opening 30 and detects a game ball that has entered the first big prize opening 30. The second big prize opening sensor 35a is provided in the second big prize opening 35 and detects a game ball that has entered the second big prize opening 35. The specific area sensor 39 a is provided in the specific area 39 in the second grand prize opening 35 and detects a game ball that has passed through the specific area 39. The non-specific area sensor 49a is provided in a non-specific area (not shown) in the second big prize opening 35, and a game that has passed through the non-specific area among the game balls that have entered the second big prize opening 35. A ball (that is, a game ball that has not passed through the specific area 39) is detected. The general winning opening sensor 27 a is provided in each of the general winning openings 27 and detects a game ball that has entered the general winning opening 27.

  Further, as the solenoids, a second start opening solenoid 24, a first big prize winning solenoid 33, and a second big prize winning solenoid 38 are connected. The second start port solenoid 24 is for driving the movable member 23 of the variable winning device 22. The first big prize opening solenoid 33 is for driving the opening / closing member 32 of the first big prize winning device 31. The second big prize winning solenoid 38 is for driving the opening / closing member 37 of the second big prize winning device 36.

  Further, the main control board 80 includes a first special symbol display 41a, a second special symbol display 41b, a normal symbol display 42, a first special diagram hold indicator 43a, a second special figure hold indicator 43b, a general diagram. A hold indicator 44, a round indicator 45, a game status indicator 46, a firing direction indicator 47, and a hit indicator 48 are connected. That is, display control of these main display devices 40 is performed by the game control microcomputer 81.

  The main control board 80 transmits various commands to the payout control board 110 and receives signals from the payout control board 110 for payout monitoring. On the payout control board 110, a payout device 120 for paying out a prize ball or a rental ball, and a card unit 135 (installed adjacent to the pachinko gaming machine 1 and stored in an inserted prepaid card (game value storage medium) or the like are stored. And a launching device 112 are connected via a launch control board 111 (also referred to as “launch control unit”). The firing device 112 includes a firing handle 60 (see FIG. 1).

  The payout control board 110 is mounted with a payout control one-chip microcomputer 116 (also referred to as “payout control microcomputer”) that controls the payout of the game balls of the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to a program. The payout control microcomputer 116 includes a ROM that stores a program for controlling payout of game balls, a RAM that is used as a work memory, and a CPU that executes a program stored in the ROM. The payout control microcomputer 116 controls the payout motor 121 of the payout device 120 based on a signal from the game control microcomputer 81 and a signal from the card unit 135 connected to the pachinko gaming machine 1 via the input / output circuit 117. Drives to pay out prize balls and pays out balls. The game balls to be paid out are detected by the payout sensors 122 and 123 for counting. When the player operates the handle 60 (see FIG. 1) of the launch device 112, the touch switch 114 detects the player's contact with the launch handle 60, and the launch volume 115 rotates the launch handle 60. Detect the amount. Then, the launch motor 113 is driven and controlled so that the game ball is launched with a strength corresponding to the magnitude of the detection signal of the launch volume 115. In this embodiment, the number of game balls that can be continuously fired by the launching device 112 by driving the launch motor 113 is about 100 per minute.

  The main control board 80 transmits various commands to the sub control board 90. The connection between the main control board 80 and the sub control board 90 is a unidirectional communication connection that can only transmit signals from the main control board 80 to the sub control board 90. That is, between the main control board 80 and the sub-control board 90, a unidirectional circuit (not shown) as a communication direction regulating means (for example, a circuit using a diode) is interposed.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 5, the sub control board 90 is mounted with a production control one-chip microcomputer 91 (“production control microcomputer”) that controls the production of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in accordance with a program. The effect control microcomputer 91 includes a ROM that stores a program for controlling the effect as the game progresses, a RAM that is used as a work memory, and a CPU that executes a program stored in the ROM. . The effect control microcomputer 91 transmits / receives data to / from another board or the like via the input / output circuit 95. The input / output circuit 95 may be built in the effect control microcomputer 91. The ROM may be externally attached. In addition, storage areas for use in various flags and various count counters are secured at predetermined addresses in the RAM (production control RAM) of the sub-control board 90 (production control microcomputer 91).

  The sub control board 90 is connected to the image control board 100, the sound control board 106, and the lamp control board 107. The sub control board 90 (sub control part), the image control board 100 (image control part), the sound control board 106 (sound control part), and the lamp control board 107 (lamp control part) are displayed according to the game situation. It functions as an effect control means (effect execution means) that performs control to cause various effects such as effects, sound effects, lamp effects (light effects), etc., to be executed by corresponding devices or members (effect means). .

  The effect control microcomputer 91 of the sub control board 90 displays an image on the CPU of the image control one-chip microcomputer 101 (“image control microcomputer”) of the image control board 100 based on the command received from the main control board 80. The display control of the device 7, the effect display 102, the effect first special figure hold display 103a, and the effect second hold display 103b is performed. The RAM of the image control board 100 is a memory for developing image data. In the ROM of the image control board 100, still image data and moving image data displayed on the image display device 7, specifically, characters, items, figures, characters, numbers, symbols, and the like (including effect symbols, hold symbols, etc.) And image data such as background images. The image control microcomputer 101 reads image data from the ROM based on a command from the effect control microcomputer 91. Then, display control is executed based on the read image data.

  The effect indicator 102 is composed of two LEDs, and performs a change display and a stop display in accordance with the change display and stop display of the effect symbol 8, and the effect symbol 8 is turned on / off or a combination of colors. Is stopped and displayed in a display mode indicating the display result (result of special symbol success / failure determination). Similarly, the production first special figure hold display 103a and the production second hold display 103b are also composed of two LEDs. Then, by the lighting / extinction of two LEDs or a combination of colors, the production first special figure hold display 103a is displayed on the first special figure hold display area 43 and the number of hold displayed in the first production hold display area 9c. The display is controlled in a display mode that indicates the same number of held as the number of held. In addition, the production second special figure hold display 103b is displayed in a display form showing the number of hold displayed in the second production hold display area 9d and the number of hold displayed in the second special figure hold display 43b. Be controlled. This is because the character symbol is displayed on substantially the entire display screen 7a (effect symbol display part), or the movable decorative member 14 is operated to cover the effect symbol display area 7b (effect symbol display part) of the display screen 7a. By doing so, a part or all of the effect design, the first effect hold display unit, or the second effect hold display unit may not be visible, and thus such a display is provided. A VDP (Video Display Processor) may be provided instead of or in addition to the image control one-chip microcomputer 101 of the image control board 100.

  In addition, the production control microcomputer 91 outputs voice, music, sound effects, and the like from the speaker 67 via the voice control board 106 based on the command received from the main control board 80. Acoustic data such as voice output from the speaker 67 is stored in the ROM of the sub-control board 90. Note that a CPU may be mounted on the voice control board 106, and in that case, the CPU may execute voice control. Further, in this case, a ROM may be mounted on the voice control board 106, and acoustic data may be stored in the ROM. Further, the speaker 67 may be connected to the image control board 100, and the image control microcomputer 101 may execute sound control. Further, in this case, acoustic data may be stored in the ROM of the image control board 100.

  Further, the effect control microcomputer 91, based on the command received from the main control board 80, emits light pattern data (data for determining lighting / extinction, emission color, etc.) for determining the light emission mode of the lamps such as the frame lamp 66 and the panel lamp 5. , Lamp data) is determined from data stored in the ROM, and lighting control of lamps (LEDs) such as the frame lamp 66 and the panel lamp 5 is performed via the lamp control board 107.

  Further, the effect control microcomputer 91 operates the movable decorative member 14 connected to the lamp control board 107 via the relay board 108 based on the command received from the main control board 80. As described above, the movable decorative member 14 is a movable so-called gimmick provided in the center decorative body 10 (behind the decorative member 13). The effect control microcomputer 91 determines operation pattern data (also referred to as “driving data”) for operating the movable decorative member 14 in a predetermined operation mode from data stored in the ROM of the sub-control board 90, The operation of the movable decorative member 14 is controlled based on the determined operation pattern data. Note that a CPU may be mounted on the lamp control board 107. In this case, the CPU may execute lamp lighting control and operation control of the movable decorative member 14. Further, in this case, a ROM may be mounted on the lamp control board 107, and data relating to the light emission pattern and the operation pattern may be stored in the ROM.

  The sub control board 90 includes a first effect button detection switch 63c and a first effect button detection switch 63c for detecting that the first effect button 63a or the second effect button 63b (see FIG. 1) is operated (pressed, rotated, pulled, etc.). 2 effect button detection switch 63d is connected. Accordingly, when the player performs a predetermined input operation on the first effect button 63a or the second effect button 63b, a signal is output from the corresponding effect button detection switch to the sub-control board 90. The first effect button detection switch 63c and the second effect button detection switch 63d are collectively referred to simply as “effect button detection switch”.

  Next, the control (determination means) related to the determination as to whether or not the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to this embodiment is correct will be described. As a result of the special symbol success / failure determination, there are “big hit”, “small hit”, and “out”. When the result of the special symbol success / failure determination is “big hit”, “big hit symbol” is stopped and displayed on the special symbol display unit 41, and when “small hit”, “small hit symbol” is stopped and displayed on the special symbol display unit 41. , “Exclusion” is stopped and displayed on the special symbol display unit 41. When it is determined that the game is a big win or a small win, a “special game” is executed to open the first big prize opening 30 or the second big prize opening 35 with an opening pattern corresponding to the type of the special symbol that is stopped and displayed. . A special game executed as a big hit is called a “big hit game”, and a special game executed as a small hit is called a “small hit game”.

  There are several types of hits. As shown in FIG. 6, the types of jackpots include “15R (round) first jackpot”, “15R second jackpot”, “15R third jackpot”, “2R fourth jackpot”, “15R fifth jackpot” and There is “15R 6th big hit”. “15R 1st big hit” and “15R 5th big win” have 15 open times (number of rounds) of the big prize opening (first big prize opening 30 or second big prize opening 35). In the second round, it is a big hit to open the second big prize opening 35 in such a manner that the game ball can pass (V pass) to the specific area 39 (easy). A round aimed at passing the game ball to the specific area 39 is also referred to as a “V round” or a “chance round”.

  “15R 2nd big hit”, “15R 3rd big hit”, and “15R 6th big hit” have 15 opening times (number of rounds) of the big prize opening (first big prize opening 30 or second big prize opening 35). However, it is difficult to pass the game ball to the specific area 39 (it may be impossible) with the opening times of the first and second rounds, which are the V rounds described above, being extremely short (opening and closing for a moment). It is. That is, it can be said that these big hits are big hits that do not open the second big winning opening 35 in such a manner that a game ball can pass through the specific area 39 (easy).

  “2R 4th big hit” is the number of times (number of rounds) of the big prize opening (the first big prize opening 30 or the second big prize opening 35) is 2 times, the first round and the second round which are V rounds. It is a big hit that opens the second big prize opening 35 in such a manner that the game ball can pass to the specific area 39. However, since the opening time of the second grand prize opening 35 is 1.8 seconds even if the first round and the second round are combined, the possibility of passing the game ball to the specific area is lower than the 15R first big hit. It has become.

  In the pachinko gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, based on the passing of the game ball to the specific area 39 in the big hit game, the game state after the end of the big hit game is shifted to a high probability state described later. Therefore, if the result of the special symbol success / failure determination is 15R first big hit or 15R fifth big hit, the V of the first round and the second round in a manner that the possibility of passing the game ball to the specific area 39 is extremely high. Since the round is executed, the game state after the big hit game can be shifted to the high probability state by passing the game ball to the specific area 39 during the execution of the big hit game. In addition, when the result of the special symbol success / failure determination is 2R 4 big hit, it is not as much as 15R 1 big hit or 15R 5 big hit, but there is a possibility of passing the game ball to the specific area 39 in one round. Since the second and second V rounds are executed, if the game ball can be passed to the specific area 39 during the big hit game, the game state after the big hit game can be shifted to a high probability state. .

  On the other hand, when the result of the special symbol success / failure determination is 15R second big hit, 15R third big hit or 15R sixth big hit, the opening times of the first and second rounds of V rounds are 0. Since it is 1 second, it is very difficult to enter the game ball into the second grand prize opening, so the possibility of passing the game ball to the specific area 39 during execution of the big hit game is extremely low ( The gaming state after the jackpot game is very likely to become a normal state (low probability state) described later (it may be said that it becomes a low probability state).

  On the other hand, the small winning (first small winning, second small winning) is a hit to open the big winning opening (second big winning opening 35) with the same opening pattern as the 2R fourth big winning. That is, in the small hit, the second big prize opening 35 is opened in such a manner that the game ball can pass to the specific area 39. However, even if a game ball passes through the specific area 39 during the small hit game, the game state after the small hit game is not changed from before the small hit game is executed. Therefore, if the gaming state before the small hit game is executed in the normal state (low probability state), the gaming state after the small hit game is also in the normal state. From the viewpoint of the player, the 2R fourth big hit and the small hit cannot be distinguished from each other even by looking at the opening pattern of the big prize opening (second big prize opening 35). That is, it is difficult for the player to recognize whether the result of the special symbol success / failure determination is “2R fourth big hit” or “small hit”. Therefore, even if the game ball passes through the specific area 39 during the special game as 2R 4th big hit (during the big hit game), it is only to recognize whether or not the subsequent game state has shifted to the high probability state. Have difficulty. In addition, even if a game ball passes through the specific area 39 during a special game as a small hit (during a small hit game), whether or not the subsequent game state remains in a normal state or has shifted to a high probability state. It is difficult to recognize. As a result, in the case of a small hit and a 2R fourth big hit, the game can be advanced with a sense of expectation that it may be in a high probability state, and the gaming interest can be enhanced. . Incidentally, in the small hit, the number of times of opening the big prize opening is not called the number of rounds, but simply called the number of times of opening.

  In the pachinko gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, the opening pattern of the big winning opening when each big hit and small hit is as shown in FIG. That is, when 15R first big hit (when the 15R first big hit symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 41a) and 15R fifth big hit (when the second special symbol display 41b is 15R) When the fifth big hit symbol is stopped and displayed), the second big prize opening 35 is opened for up to 28 seconds in 1R to 2R, and the first big prize opening 30 is opened for up to 28 seconds in 3R to 15R. At this time, since the opening time of the second grand prize winning opening 35 at the 1R and 2R is 28 seconds, the possibility that the game ball passes through the specific area 39 during the round (V round) is extremely high. It has become.

  Also, when the 15R second big hit (when the 15R second big hit symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 41a) and when the 15R third big hit (when the first special symbol display 41a is displayed) When the 15R third big hit symbol is stopped and displayed, and when the 15R sixth big hit symbol is reached (when the 15R sixth big hit symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display 41b), 1R to 2R The second big prize opening 35 is opened for a maximum of 0.1 seconds, and the first big prize opening 30 is opened for a maximum of 28 seconds for 3R to 15R. At this time, the opening time of the second grand prize winning opening 35 at the 1R and 2R is set to an extremely short time of 0.1 seconds each (opening and closing for a moment), so the game is played during the round (V round) It is almost impossible for the sphere to pass through the specific area 39.

  Thus, in the present embodiment, the first round and the second round (V round) are compared with the opening pattern for 15R second, third and sixth jackpots and the opening pattern for 15R first and fifth jackpots. And the opening mode is different. And in the 15R first and fifth big hits, the second big prize opening 35 is opened for 28 seconds in the first and second rounds, so in the V round, there are no troubles such as ball clogging or game ball launching problems. As long as the game ball enters the second grand prize opening 35 almost certainly, it passes through the specific area 39 with a high probability. On the other hand, in the 15R second, third and sixth big hits, the second big winning opening 35 is opened only for 0.1 second in the first round and the second round. For this reason, it is very difficult for a game ball to enter the second grand prize opening 35. Therefore, the possibility that the game ball passes through the specific area 39 during the execution of the big hit game related to the 15R second, third and sixth big hits is considerably lower than that of the 15R first and fifth big hits, It may be said that it is substantially impossible to pass.

  A big hit in which the V round is executed in a manner in which the possibility of passing the game ball to the specific area 39 (V passability) is extremely high is also referred to as “V pass planned big hit”, and the V pass possibility is extremely low. The jackpot in which the V round is executed in a manner is also referred to as “V non-passing scheduled jackpot”.

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 6, when the 2R fourth big hit is achieved (when the 2R fourth big hit symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 41a), the second big prize opening from 1R to 2R is obtained. Open 35 for a maximum of 0.9 seconds. At this time, the total opening time of the 2nd big prize opening 35 of the 1R and 2R is a maximum of 1.8 seconds, so that the game ball enters the second big prize opening 35 during the round. The specific area 39 can be passed. In this pachinko gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, one game ball is launched in about 0.6 seconds, so if the opening time of the second big prize opening 35 is 1.8 seconds It is sufficiently possible to aim at the passing of the game ball to the specific area 39 by causing the game ball to enter the second grand prize opening 35. However, since the total opening time of the 2nd big winning opening is as short as 1.8 seconds, the 2R fourth big hit cannot expect as many prize balls (game profits) as the other 15R big hits. In other words, it is a big hit where almost no prize ball can be obtained compared to other big hits.

  In addition, when the first small hit is reached (when the first small symbol display is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 41a) and when the second small hit is reached (when the second special symbol display 41b is displayed). When the second small winning symbol is stopped and displayed), the second big prize opening 35 is opened twice for a maximum of 0.9 seconds. That is, the big winning opening is opened with the same opening pattern as the 2R fourth big hit. Even in this small hit, since the opening time of the second big prize opening 35 is 1.8 seconds in total, it is possible to allow the game ball to enter the second big prize opening 35 and pass through the specific area 39. Yes. However, as described above, even if there is a passage to the specific area 39 in the small hit game, there is no change in the gaming state before and after the small hit game. In addition, in the small hit game, the total opening time of the big winning opening is as short as 1.8 seconds, so it is not possible to expect as many prize balls as the 2R fourth big hit. That is, the small hits are those that have almost no special benefits for the player in terms of game state transition and prize balls (only for prize balls by entering).

  In the present embodiment, as the opening pattern of the second grand prize opening 35, the first opening pattern that allows the game ball to pass through the specific area 39 (easy to pass) (15 first big hit, 15R fifth big hit), the game ball And the second opening pattern in which it is difficult to pass (cannot pass) the specific area 39 (15R second big hit, 15R third big hit, 15R sixth big hit), the game ball can pass the specific area and the first opening It is possible to have a third opening pattern (2R fourth big hit) that is less likely to pass than the pattern. In addition, as an opening pattern for small hits, there is a fourth opening pattern in which a game ball can pass through the specific area 39 but does not give a privilege even if it passes (does not generate a high probability state). can do. This 4th opening pattern is good also as an opening pattern which cannot pass through specific field 39 as other modes.

  In addition, the probability of allocating to each big hit in the first special symbol (special figure 1) judgment is 40% for 15R first big hit, 20% for 15R second big hit, 30% for 15R third big hit, and 2R first big hit. The big hit 4 is 10% (see the big hit type determination random number column in FIG. 6). On the other hand, the jackpot in determining whether or not the second special symbol (special chart 2) is correct is 80% for 15R fifth jackpot and 20% for 15R sixth jackpot (the random hit number for determining the jackpot type in FIG. 6). Column). This distribution probability represents the possibility that the game ball will pass through the specific area 39 during the big hit game, that is, the probability that the game ball will be in a high probability state. It can be said that it represents the probability of

  That is, for the probability of becoming a high probability state, if the win / fail judgment (first special symbol success / fail judgment) based on entering the first starting port 20 is a big hit, the probability is at least 40%, Including the case where the game ball passes through the specific area 39 during the big hit game related to the 2R fourth big hit, the probability is 50%. On the other hand, in the case of a win / loss determination (second special symbol success / failure determination) based on a ball entering the second starting port 21, the probability is 80%.

  In addition, regarding the probability of becoming a high base state, if the game is in the gaming state where the open extension function is not activated (low base state) and the first special symbol is determined to be a big hit, the probability is 60%. Including the 2R fourth big hit in the case of a big hit in the first special symbol determination in the high base state, the probability is 70%. On the other hand, when it is a big hit in the second special symbol success / failure determination, the probability is 100%. Then, when the big special is a big hit in the second special symbol success / failure determination, the 2R big hit that can occur when the first special symbol is a big hit is not generated, and it is always a 15R big hit.

  Thus, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment, rather than being a big hit in the first special symbol success / failure determination (the big win lottery of the first special symbol) performed by the game ball entering the first starting port 20, In the second special symbol success / failure determination (the big special lottery drawing of the second special symbol) performed when the game ball enters the second starting port 21, the winner is larger than that in the first special symbol success / failure determination. The probability of becoming a high probability state, the probability of becoming a high base state, and the possibility of acquiring 15R prize balls is high. In other words, it is set to be more likely to be advantageous to the player in the case of a big win in the second special symbol success / failure determination than in the case of a big hit in the first special symbol success / failure determination. There is a higher possibility that the player who displays the 2 special symbols is more advantageous for the player than the player who displays the first special symbols. For this reason, the player will play a game in anticipation of entering the second start port 21. This is particularly noticeable during the operation of the open extension function (high base state) in which the frequency of entering the second starting port 21 increases. The above-mentioned distribution probability is an example, and can be arbitrarily set in consideration of game playability, specifications, and the like.

  In this embodiment, since the second special symbol is superior to the first special symbol, both the first special symbol variable display and the second special symbol variable display can be executed, that is, When both the first special figure hold and the second special figure hold are “1” or more, the change display of the second special symbol (digestion of the second special figure hold) is displayed as the change display of the first special symbol (first It is assumed to be given priority over (digestion of one special figure hold). As a result, the high base state in which the frequency of entering the second starting port 21 increases can be said to be a state in which the game can be advantageously advanced because the execution frequency of the variable display of the second special symbol increases. Nevertheless, the fact that the first special symbol variation display is performed in the high base state means that the player is drained by the game in a very advantageous state (high base state). Since the change display of the 1 special symbol may be disadvantageous compared to the change display of the second special symbol, it can be said that the change display of the first special symbol in the high base state is not desirable for the player.

  Here, as a special symbol stop display mode, the big hit symbol is also referred to as “specific display result”, the small hit symbol is also referred to as “predetermined display result”, and the off symbol is referred to as “predetermined mode” or “ It is also called “non-specific display result”. The jackpot symbol that does not trigger the setting of the high base state (15R third jackpot symbol, 2R fourth jackpot symbol in the low base state) is also referred to as “first specific display result”. The big hit symbol (15R first, second, fifth and sixth big hit symbols, 2R fourth big hit symbol in the high base state) is also referred to as “second specific display result”. In addition, as a gaming state when the special symbol is variably displayed, a gaming state in which the opening extension function is not activated (low base state) is also referred to as a “first gaming state”, and a gaming state in which the opening extension function is activated (high base) State) is also referred to as “second gaming state”.

  In this pachinko machine 1, whether it is a big hit, a small hit or a loss is determined based on a “random symbol for determining whether or not to win a special symbol” (also referred to as “information for determining whether or not to win”). Is determined based on “a jackpot type determination random number (also referred to as“ symbol determination random number ”or“ symbol determination information ”). As shown in FIG. 7A, the special symbol success / failure determination random number takes a value in the range of “0 to 629”, and the big hit type determination random number takes a value in the range of “0 to 99”. The random numbers (acquired information) acquired based on the balls entering the first starting port 20 and the second starting port 21 include “variation pattern random number” in addition to the special symbol success / failure determination random number and the jackpot type determining random number. (Also referred to as “variation pattern information”). The variation pattern random number is a random number for determining a variation pattern including a variation time, and takes a value in a range of “0 to 198”. In addition, the random numbers acquired based on the passage through the gate 28 include the normal symbol success / failure determination random numbers shown in FIG. The random number for normal symbol success / failure determination is a random number for determining whether or not to perform an auxiliary game for opening the second start port 21 (normal symbol lottery), and takes a value in the range of “0 to 240”.

  Next, the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment will be described. The pachinko gaming machine 1 has a plurality of gaming states by combining a probability variation function for a special symbol, a probability variation function for a normal symbol, a variation time shortening function, and an open extension function into an activated state or an inactivated state. ing. A state in which the probability variation function is activated for a special symbol (the first special symbol and the second special symbol) is called a “high probability state”, and a state in which the probability variation function is not activated is a “normal state (also called a“ low probability state ”). " In the high probability state, the probability of being determined to be a big hit in the special symbol success / failure determination is higher than in the normal state. In other words, in the normal state, the success / failure determination is performed using the normal state hit determination table, and in the high probability state, the value of the special symbol success / failure determination random number determined to be the big hit is higher than the normal state. The determination is made using the determination table (see FIG. 8A). That is, when the probability variation function of the special symbol is activated, the probability that the display result of the special symbol variation display becomes a big hit (the stop symbol becomes a big hit symbol) is higher than when the special symbol probability variation function is not activated.

  In addition, a state in which the variable time reduction function is activated for the special symbol (the first special symbol and the second special symbol) is referred to as a “time-short state”, and a state in which the function is not activated is referred to as a “non-time-short state”. In the short time state, the average value of the variation time of the special symbol (the time from the start of the variation display to the time of the fixed display) is shorter than the average value of the variation time of the special symbol in the non-short time state. That is, in the short-time state, the variation pattern is determined using a variation pattern table that is determined so that a variation pattern with a short variation time is selected more than in the non-time-short state (see FIG. 9). . As a result, in the short-time state, the digestion pace of the special figure reservation is increased, and effective entry into the starting port (entrance that can be stored as special figure reservation) is likely to occur. Therefore, it is possible to aim for a big hit with smooth progress of the game.

  The probability variation function and the variation time shortening function for the special symbol (the first special symbol and the second special symbol) may be activated simultaneously, or only one of them may be activated. The probability variation function and the variation time shortening function for the normal symbol are operated in synchronization with the special symbol variation time shortening function. That is, the probability variation function and the variation time shortening function of the normal symbol operate in the short time state of the special symbol, and do not operate in the non-short time state. Therefore, in the time reduction state, the hit probability in the normal symbol success / failure determination is higher than that in the non-time reduction state. That is, the normal symbol hit / fail judgment (ordinary symbol judgment) is performed using a normal symbol per-judgment table in which the value of the normal symbol random number (hit random number) determined to be hit is larger than the normal symbol per-judgment judgment table used in the non-time-saving state. (See FIG. 8C). That is, when the probability variation function for the normal symbol is activated, the probability that the display result of the variation display of the ordinary symbol is a hit (the stop symbol becomes the ordinary symbol) is higher than when the probability variation function is not activated.

  In the short time state, the normal symbol fluctuation time is shorter than in the non-short time state. In this embodiment, the variation time of the normal symbol is 30 seconds in the non-short-time state, but is 1 second in the short-time state (see FIG. 8D). Furthermore, in the time-saving state, the opening time extension function of the variable winning device 22 (second starting port 21) is activated, and the opening time of the second starting port 21 in the auxiliary game is longer than that in the non-time-saving state. In addition, in the short-time state, the opening number increasing function of the variable winning device 22 is activated, and the number of times the second start port 21 is opened in the auxiliary game is larger than that in the non-short-time state. Specifically, when the result of the normal symbol success / failure determination is successful in the non-time-short state, the movable member 23 of the variable winning device 22 (second start port 21) performs the opening operation for 0.2 seconds once, and the time-short state When the result of normal symbol win / fail determination is successful, the movable member 23 of the variable winning device 22 (second starting port 21) performs the opening operation for 2.0 seconds three times.

  In the situation where the probability variation function and the variation time shortening function for the normal symbol, and the opening time extension function and the opening number increase function of the variable winning device 22 are activated, compared to the case where these functions are not activated. Thus, the second start port 21 is frequently opened, and the frequency of entering game balls into the second start port 21 is increased (also referred to as “high frequency state”). As a result, the base, which is the ratio of the number of prize balls to the number of shot balls, becomes high. Therefore, a state where these functions are operated is also referred to as a “high base state”, and a state where these functions are not operated is also referred to as a “low base state”. In the high base state, it is possible to aim for a big hit without greatly reducing the hand-held game balls (held balls).

  In the high base state (high frequency state), all the above functions may not operate. That is, when the function is not activated by the activation of at least one of the probability variation function and the variation time shortening function for the normal symbol, and the opening time extending function and the opening number increasing function of the variable winning device 22. However, it is sufficient that the second start port 21 is easily opened (the frequency of entering the ball is high). Further, the high base state may be independently controlled without accompanying the time-short state of the special symbol. A function for generating such a high base state can also be referred to as a “high base generation function”.

  In the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, the game state after the big hit game in the case of 15R first and fifth big hits is special if the game ball passes the specific area 39 during the big hit game. A high probability state of the symbol, a short time state of the special symbol, and a high base state (see FIG. 6). This gaming state is particularly referred to as a “highly accurate base state”. The high-accuracy base state ends when a special symbol variation display is executed a predetermined number of times (100 times in this example) or a big hit game is executed with a big hit.

  In addition, the game state after the big hit game in the case of 15R second and sixth big hits is the normal state of the special symbol because it is extremely difficult for the game ball to pass the specific area 39 during the big hit game. In addition to this, the special symbol has a short time and high base state (see FIG. 6). This gaming state is particularly referred to as a “low probability and high base state”. In the low-accuracy base state, a special symbol variation display is executed a predetermined number of times (100 times in this example) or a special symbol variation display is executed a predetermined number of times (100 times in this example). The game is terminated when a special game (bonus game) related to the jackpot is executed. Although the possibility is extremely low, if the game ball passes through the specific area 39 during the big hit game related to the 15R second and sixth big hits, the game state after the big hit game is “high probability”. High base state ". Although the possibility is extremely low, if the game ball does not pass the specific area 39 during the big hit game related to the 15R first and fifth big hits, the gaming state after the big hit game is “ “Low accuracy and high base state”.

  In addition, the game state after the big hit game in the case of 15R third big hit becomes the normal state of the special symbol because the possibility that the game ball will pass the specific area 39 during the big hit game is very low. In addition to this, the special symbol becomes a non-time-short state and a low base state (see FIG. 6). This gaming state is particularly referred to as a “low probability low base state”. The low probability low base state is a basic game state in the pachinko gaming machine 1, that is, an initial game state. Although the possibility is extremely low, if a game ball passes through the specific area 39 during the big hit game related to the 15R third big hit, the gaming state after the big hit game ends will be described in “High Probability”. "Low base state".

  Also, in the low probability low base state, the game state after the big hit game in the case of 2R fourth big hit is a high probability of a special symbol if the game ball passes the specific area 39 during the big hit game. The state becomes a non-time-short state and a low base state of a special symbol (see FIG. 6). This gaming state is particularly referred to as a “highly accurate low base state”. The high probability low base state ends when a special symbol variation display is executed a predetermined number of times (100 times in this example) or a big hit game is executed.

  This highly accurate low base state is a state in which it is latent that it is a high probability state, that is, a state in which it is difficult for the player to recognize that it is a high probability state. That is, the high-accuracy low-base state is a so-called “latent probability variation state (also referred to as“ probability non-notification state ”)”. On the other hand, it is clear to the player that the high-accuracy and high-base state is a high-probability state. That is, the high-accuracy and high-base state is a so-called “probability game state”.

  In addition, in the high base state, the game state after the big hit game when the 2R fourth big hit is reached is the “highly accurate high base state” if the game ball passes the specific area 39 during the big hit game. (See FIG. 6). That is, the special symbol time-saving function and the base state are the same as the state before the big hit game is executed.

  In a high base state such as a high-accuracy high-base state or a low-accuracy high-base state, it is possible to advance the game more advantageously if the game ball is advanced to the right game area 3B by hitting right. In the high base state, it is easier to open the second start port 21 than in the low base state, and it is easier to enter the second start port 21 than to enter the first start port 20. Because. For this reason, in the high base state, the game ball is passed to the gate 28 which is a trigger for the normal symbol success / failure determination, and the player makes a right stroke to enter the game ball into the second starting port 21. Also, it is possible to obtain a large number of starting balls (opportunities for determining whether or not special symbols are appropriate). In this state, the firing direction indicator 47 is controlled to be lit in a predetermined manner, and notifies that it should be fired to the right game area.

  On the other hand, in the low base state such as the high probability low base state or the low probability low base state, it is possible to advance the game more advantageously by making the game ball enter the left game area 3A by left-handed. In the low base state, the second start port 21 is less likely to be opened than in the high base state, and entering the first start port 20 is easier than entering the second start port 21. Because. For this reason, in the low base state, by making a left turn to make a game ball enter the first start port 20, it is possible to obtain a larger number of start balls (opportunities for determining whether or not a special symbol is won) rather than making a right turn. Can do. In this state, the firing direction indicator 47 is turned on (display controlled) in a predetermined manner to notify that it should be fired to the left game area.

  Specifically, the firing direction indicator 47 is composed of two “yz” LEDs, and indicates the firing direction by turning on the LEDs according to the gaming state. For example, in the low base state, it is possible to notify that it should be fired to the left game area as a display mode in which both LEDs are turned off, such as “y □ z □” (for example, □: off, ■: on). it can. Further, in the high base state, it is possible to notify that the right game area should be fired as a display mode in which both LEDs are lit, such as “y ■ z ■” (for example, □: off, ■: on). it can.

  In the present embodiment, the LED display mode of the firing direction indicator 47 is used to issue a firing instruction notification instructing which of the left game area 3A and the right game area 3B of the game area 3 is to be fired. Not only that, but also the display of the firing instruction image (left-handed instruction image 70, right-handed instruction image 71) on the image display device 7 (display screen 7a) is performed. In general, for the player, it can be said that the image display device 7 (display screen 7a) is easier to see and understand (understand) the display content than the firing direction indicator 47. Therefore, in general, the player should look at the firing instruction image displayed on the image display device 7 (display screen 7a) and determine whether to perform “left-handed” or “right-handed”. It is determined whether the current gaming state is a “left-handed gaming state” in which a left-handed strike is made or a “right-handed gaming state” in which a right-handed strike is made.

  In this embodiment, as described above, “right-handed” is performed when the gaming state is in the special gaming state (big hit gaming state) or the high base state (highly accurate high base state, low probability low base state). Therefore, the “right-handed gaming state” indicates a special gaming state or a high base state. This “right-handed gaming state” is also referred to as “predetermined gaming state”, the “special gaming state” is also referred to as “first predetermined gaming state”, and the “high base state” is referred to as “second predetermined gaming state”. Also called.

  As described above, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment, when the low probability low base state in which the small hit game or the big hit game is not performed as a reference, the low probability low base state is referred to as the “normal game state” or A game in which the special symbol is variably displayed in the state can be regarded as a “normal game”.

  The jackpot game is a game that can be executed by variably displaying a special symbol and stopping the jackpot symbol, and for the player, a big prize opening (first big prize opening 32, second big prize winning) Since it is an advantageous game in which a large number of prize balls can be obtained by entering a game ball into the mouth 35), the big hit game can be regarded as a “special game”, and the game state in which the big hit game is performed Can be regarded as “special gaming state”.

  In addition, although the small hit game is not as big as the big hit game, it is possible to obtain a prize ball by entering a game ball into the big prize opening (the first big prize opening 32 and the second big prize opening 35). It can be said that the game is more advantageous to the player than the normal game. Therefore, the small hit game can also be regarded as a “special game”, and the game state in which the small hit game is played can also be regarded as a “special game state”. In addition, in order to distinguish the special game as the big hit game and the special game as the small hit game, the special game as the small hit game can be regarded as a “small profit special game”.

[Main control main processing]
Next, the operation of the game control microcomputer 81 (control processing by the main control unit) will be described with reference to FIGS. Note that the counter, flag, status, buffer, and the like that appear in the description of the operation of the game control microcomputer 81 are provided in the RAM of the main control board 80. When the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on, the game control microcomputer 81 provided on the main control board 80 reads and executes the main control main process program shown in FIG. 10 from the ROM of the main control board 80. . As shown in the figure, in the main control main process, initial setting is first performed (S101). In the initial setting, for example, stack setting, constant setting, interrupt time setting, CPU setting of the main control board 80, SIO, PIO, CTC (interrupt time controller) setting, various flags, status and counter reset Etc. The initial value of the flag is “0”, that is, “OFF”, the initial value of the status is “1”, and the initial value of the counter is “0”. The initial setting (S101) is executed only once after the power is turned on, and is not executed thereafter.

  Subsequent to the initial setting (S101), interrupts are prohibited (S102), and normal symbol / special symbol main random number update processing (S103) is executed. In this normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S103), the value of the various random number counters shown in FIG. When the value of each random number counter reaches the upper limit value, it returns to “0” and is added again. The initial value of each random number counter may be a value other than “0” or may be changed randomly. The updated random number counter value is sequentially stored in a predetermined update value storage area (not shown) of the RAM of the main control board 80.

  When the normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S103) is completed, the interruption is permitted (S104). While the interrupt is permitted, the interrupt process (S105) can be executed. This interrupt process (S105) is executed based on an interrupt pulse repeatedly input to the CPU of the main control board 80, for example, at a cycle of 4 ms. Then, after the interrupt process (S105) is finished and before the next interrupt process (S105) is started, the update process of various counter values by the normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S103) is repeated. Executed. When an interrupt pulse is input to the CPU in the interrupt disabled state, the interrupt process (S105) is not started immediately, but is started after the interrupt is enabled (S104).

[Interrupt processing]
Next, the interrupt process (S105) will be described. As shown in FIG. 11, in the interrupt process (S105), an output process (S201) is first executed. In the output process (S201), commands (control signals) set in the output buffer provided in the RAM of the main control board 80 in each process described below are output to the sub-control board 90, the payout control board 110, etc. To do. The command and the like output here include information regarding the gaming state, special symbol success / failure determination, symbol as a jackpot type, variation pattern, and the like. The command is composed of, for example, 2-byte information. The upper 1 byte is information regarding the type of command, and the lower 1 byte is information regarding the content of the command.

  In the input process (S202) performed subsequent to the output process (S201), various sensors (a first start port sensor 20a, a second start port sensor 21a, a first big prize port sensor) mainly attached to the pachinko gaming machine 1 are used. The detection signals detected by 30a, the second big prize opening sensor 35a, the general prize opening sensor 27a, etc. (see FIG. 5) are read and stored in the RAM output buffer as prize ball information. Further, when the first start port sensor 20a or the second start port sensor 21a detects a game ball, the start input command corresponding to each start port is output to the output buffer of the RAM by a start ball entering process (S205) described later. To remember. Further, a detection signal from a lower plate full switch for detecting the fullness of the lower plate 62 is also taken in and stored in the output buffer of the RAM as lower plate full data.

  The normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S203) performed next is the same as the normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S103) performed in the main control main process of FIG. That is, the update processing of various random number counter values (including normal symbol random number counter values) shown in FIG. 7 includes the execution period of the timer interrupt process (S105) and the other period (after the end of the interrupt process (S105), The period until the next interrupt process (S105) is started).

  Following normal symbol / special symbol main random number update processing (S203), starting port sensor detection processing (S204), starting ball entering processing (S205), ordinary diagram motion processing (S206), special symbol motion processing (S207) Specific area sensor detection processing (S208), reserved ball number processing (S209), and power-off monitoring processing (S210) are executed. In addition, the “other processing” necessary for progressing the game is executed, and the interrupt processing (S105) is terminated. Then, the main control main process S102 to S104 is repeatedly executed until an interrupt pulse is input to the CPU of the main control board 80 (see FIG. 10). When the interrupt pulse is input (after about 4 msec) ), Interrupt processing (S105) is executed again. In the output process (S201) of the interrupt process (S105) executed again, the command set in the RAM output buffer in the previous interrupt process (S105) is output.

[Starting port sensor detection processing]
As shown in FIG. 12, in the start port sensor detection process (S204), first, it is determined whether or not the game ball has passed through the gate 28, that is, whether or not the game ball has been detected by the gate sensor 28a (S301). ). If the game ball has not passed through the gate 28 (NO in S301), the process proceeds to S305, and if the game ball has passed through the gate 28 (YES in S301), the number of normal symbol reserve balls (normal figure hold) (Specifically, the value of a counter that counts the number of pending reservations provided in the RAM) is less than 4 (S302).

  If the number of normal symbol reserved balls is not less than 4 (NO in S302), the process proceeds to S305. On the other hand, if the number of normal symbol reserved balls is less than 4 (YES in S302), “1” is added to the number of normal symbol reserved balls (S303), and the normal symbol random number acquisition process (S304) is performed. In the normal symbol random number acquisition process (S304), the value (label -TRND-H, Fig. 7 (B)) of the random symbol counter for determining whether or not the symbol is normal is stored in the update value storage area (not shown) of the RAM. Then, the obtained random number value (acquired information) is stored in an address space corresponding to the current number of normal symbol reserved balls in the general symbol reserved storage unit provided in the RAM of the main control board 80.

  In S305, it is determined whether or not a game ball has entered the second start port 21, that is, whether or not a game ball has been detected by the second start port sensor 21a (S305). If a game ball has not entered the second start port 21 (NO in S305), the process proceeds to S309, and if a game ball has entered the second start port 21 (YES in S305). The special figure 2 reserved ball count (the number of the second special figure hold, specifically, the numerical value of the counter for counting the number of the second special figure hold provided in the RAM of the main control unit 80) is less than 4 (upper limit number). It is determined whether or not (S306). If the special figure 2 reserved ball number is not less than 4 (NO in S306), the process proceeds to S309. If the special figure 2 reserved ball number is less than 4 (YES in S306), the special figure 1 is added to the number of 2 reserved balls (S307).

  Subsequently, special figure 2 related random number acquisition processing (S308) is performed. In the special figure 2 related random number acquisition process (S308), the value of the random number counter for special symbol determination (label-TRND-A) stored in the update value storage area (not shown) of the RAM, the random number for determining the big hit type The counter value (label-TRND-AS) and the fluctuation pattern random number counter value (label-TRND-T1) are acquired (that is, the random number value shown in FIG. 7A is acquired), and the acquired random value (acquired) Information) is stored in the address space corresponding to the current number of reserved special figure 2 balls in the second special figure reservation storage unit 85b.

  Subsequently, it is determined whether or not a game ball has entered the first start port 20, that is, whether or not a game ball has been detected by the first start port sensor 20a (S309). If no game ball has entered the first start port 20 (NO in S309), the process is completed. If a game ball has entered the first start port 20 (YES in S309), the special figure 1 is displayed. Whether or not the number of reserved balls (the number of first special figure reservations, specifically, the value of the counter for counting the number of first special figure reservations provided in the RAM of the main control unit 80) is less than 4 (upper limit number) (S310). If the number of reserved balls in Special Figure 1 is not less than 4 (NO in S310), the process is completed. If the number of reserved balls in Special Figure 1 is less than 4 (YES in S310), the number of Special Figure 1 held balls “1” is added to (S311).

  Subsequently, special figure 1 related random number acquisition processing (S312) is performed. In the special figure 1 related random number acquisition process (S312), as in the special figure 2 related random number acquisition process (S308), the value of the special symbol success / failure determination counter stored in the update value storage area (not shown) of the RAM. (Label-TRND-A), the value of the jackpot type determination random number counter (Label-TRND-AS), and the value of the fluctuation pattern random number counter (Label-TRND-T1) are obtained (that is, the disturbance shown in FIG. 7A). A numerical value is acquired), and these acquired random number values are stored in an address space corresponding to the current number of reserved figure 1 reserved balls in the first figure reserved storage unit.

[Processing at start-up]
As shown in FIG. 11, the game control microcomputer 81 performs a start ball entry process (S205) following the start port sensor detection process (S204). As shown in FIG. 13, in the starting ball entry process (S205), it is first determined whether or not the number of special figure 2 reserved balls has increased by "1" (S315). If it is determined that the number of special figure 2 reserved balls has increased by “1” (YES in S315), the process proceeds to S316. This corresponds to the case where “1” is added to the number of reserved figure 2 reserved balls in S307 in the start port sensor detection process (S204) based on the game ball entering the second start port. On the other hand, if it is determined that the number of special figure 2 reserved balls has not increased (NO in S315), the process proceeds to S319.

  In S316, the latest acquired random number value (acquired information) acquired in the special figure 2 related random number acquisition process (S308) in the immediately preceding start sensor detection process (S204) and stored in the second special figure reservation storage unit is read ( S316). Next, the acquired random number value related to the read second special symbol is determined (S317). In S317, the value of the random number counter for special symbol success / failure determination (the random number for special symbol success / failure determination) among the acquired random number values read out is a big hit according to the current gaming state (low probability state or high probability state) If the result of the determination is a big hit, the type of the big hit is further determined. The process of S317 corresponds to a pre-determination (so-called “hold prefetch”) performed prior to the success / failure determination (S1303, S1309) in the special figure 2 determination determination process (S1202) described later.

  It should be noted that the prior determination as to whether or not the jackpot is a jackpot determination table (see FIG. 8A), that is, a jackpot determination table for a high probability state if it is a high probability state, a normal state (low probability state). For example, it is possible to determine whether or not it matches the jackpot determination value based on the jackpot determination table for the normal state. In addition, as another prior determination mode, as a variation pattern information determination table capable of determining variation pattern information, a variation pattern information determination table for a normal state (for a low probability state) and a high probability state (for a high probability state) And a variation pattern information determination table. In advance determination, predetermined variation pattern information is selected based on an acquired random number value (a value of a random symbol counter for special symbol success / failure determination and the like) and a variation pattern information determination table corresponding to the gaming state. Is possible. Then, from the selected variation pattern information, it is possible to identify whether it is a big hit, a big hit type, a game effect with a high big hit reliability, or the like.

  Next, in S318, game information (preliminary determination information) related to the result of the preliminary determination in S317, specifically, information indicating whether or not the random number value for determining whether or not the special symbol matches the jackpot determination value (presence / absence information), Command data including information indicating the value of the jackpot type determination random number counter (random number for jackpot type determination), information indicating the value of the fluctuation pattern random number counter (fluctuation pattern random number value), etc. And the command is set in the output buffer of the RAM (S318). In addition, as a special figure 2 start entering command, a part or all of the special figure 2 acquisition random number value read in S316 may be transmitted to the sub control board as it is, or the special figure 2 acquisition random number value may be transmitted. The game information acquired based on the value of the special figure 2 acquisition random number (for example, the above-described variation pattern information) may be transmitted without transmitting as it is.

  Also, the special control 2 start entry command transmitted from the main control unit 80 is analyzed by the sub-control unit 90 to determine whether the information is related to the big hit, what type of the big hit, or any variation pattern. It is assumed that the sub-control unit 90 can identify such as. In addition, in the present embodiment, in addition to this, by analyzing the special figure 2 start entering command, whether or not the obtained special figure 2 acquisition random number becomes a big hit when judged in a high probability state, and low probability It is possible to specify whether or not it will be a big hit when judged by the state. Thereby, the sub-control unit 90 stores the received special figure 2 start ball entering command as a hold (effect hold information), pre-determines the effect hold information at a specific timing, and determines whether or not it is a low probability state. It is possible to determine whether or not production hold information determined to be a big hit is stored.

  For the purpose of preventing fraud, the random number value for determining whether or not the special symbol is determined is not directly transmitted to the sub-control unit among the acquired random number values read out in S316, and the value of the random number counter for determining the other big hit type (big hit value) The command data including the information indicating the type determination random number) and the variation pattern random number counter value (variation pattern random value) and the information indicating the result of the preliminary determination is generated as a special figure 2 start entry command. It is possible to set.

  Next, in S319, it is determined whether or not the number of reserved balls in the special figure 1 has increased by “1” as in the process related to the special figure 2 described above (S319). If it is determined that the number of special figure 1 reserved balls has increased by “1” (YES in S319), the process proceeds to S320. This corresponds to the case where “1” is added to the number of special figure 1 reserved balls in S311 in the start port sensor detection process (S204) based on the game ball entering the first start port. On the other hand, if it is determined in S319 that the special figure 1 number of reserved balls has not increased (NO in S319), the process is terminated as it is.

  In S320, it is determined whether or not the time reduction flag is ON (S320). When it is determined that the time reduction flag is ON, that is, in the high base state (YES in S320), the processing ends. On the other hand, if it is determined in S320 that the time reduction flag is OFF, that is, it is in the low base state (NO in S320), the process proceeds to the pre-determination process after S321.

  The processing of S321 to S323 is the same processing as that of S316 to S318 described above with reference to FIG. That is, the latest acquired random number value (acquired information) acquired in the special figure 1 related random number acquisition process (S312) in the start port sensor detection process (S204) and stored in the first special figure reservation storage unit is read (S321), A prior determination is made for the read acquired random number value (S322). Then, command data including game information related to this pre-determination is generated as a special FIG. 1 start entering command, and the command is set in the output buffer of the RAM (S323). The prior determination (holding prefetching) in S322 is performed prior to the determination (S1603, S1609) in the special figure 1 determination process (S1207) described later.

  Here, in the high base state, the open extension function that increases the frequency of entering the second start port 21 is activated, and the determination of whether or not the special figure 2 is successful (see FIG. 8B) is easily performed. It has become. Further, in this embodiment, as will be described later, it is assumed that the special figure 2 reserved digest (variable display of the second special symbol) is executed in preference to the special figure 1 reserved digest (variable display of the first special symbol). Yes. For this reason, in this embodiment, the prior determination related to the special figure 1 suspension (the special figure 1 preliminary determination) is performed in the low base state in which the first special symbol fluctuation display is mainly performed. The pre-determination (special drawing 2 pre-determination) related to is performed regardless of whether the base state is the low base state or the high base state. Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment, as described later, during the big hit game, the low probability and low base state is controlled. However, during the big hit game, the game ball enters the first start opening 20 and is special. Even if the number of reserved balls in FIG. 1 increases by “1”, the processing of S321 to S323 (special figure 1 preliminary determination processing) is not performed.

[Usuzu movement process]
The game control microcomputer 81 performs a general operation process (S207) shown in FIG. 14 subsequent to the start-entering game process (S206). In the normal drawing operation process (S207), the processing related to the normal symbol display device 42 and the variable winning device 22 is divided into four stages, and “normal figure operation status 1, 2, 3, 4” is assigned to each of these stages. . If the “normal operation status” is “1” (YES in S401), the normal symbol standby process (S402) is performed, and if the “normal operation status” is “2” (S401) NO, YES in S403), normal symbol change processing (S404) is performed, and when the “normal figure movement status” is “3” (NO in S401, S403, YES in S405), the normal symbol is fixed The process (S406) is performed, and when the “normal operation status” is “4” (NO in all of S401, S403, and S405), the ordinary electric accessory process (S407) is performed. The normal operation status is “1” by default.

[Normal symbol standby processing]
As shown in FIG. 15, in the normal symbol standby process (S402), first, it is determined whether or not the number of reserved balls of the normal symbol is “0” (S501), and if it is “0” (YES in S501). ) And finish this process. On the other hand, if it is not “0” (NO in S501), a normal symbol success / failure determination process described later is performed (S502), and then a normal symbol variation pattern selection process is performed (S503). In the normal symbol variation pattern selection process, with reference to the ordinary symbol variation pattern selection table shown in FIG. 8 (D), if the gaming state is a short-time state, the ordinary symbol variation pattern with a 1 second variation time is selected. To do. On the other hand, if the gaming state is a non-time-short state, the normal symbol variation pattern with the normal symbol variation time of 30 seconds is selected. When the normal symbol variation pattern selection processing (S503) is completed, a normal symbol random number shift processing (S504) described later is performed, then a normal symbol variation start processing (S505) is performed, and the processing ends. In the normal symbol variation start process, the normal symbol variation display is started based on the normal symbol variation pattern selected in S503, and the normal operation status is set to “2”. In the normal symbol variation start process, a normal symbol variation start command is set in order to notify the sub control board 90 of the start of variation of the normal symbol.

[Normal symbol success / failure determination processing]
As shown in FIG. 16, in the normal symbol success / failure determination process (S502), first, the value (label -TRND-H) of the normal symbol success / failure determination random number counter stored in the general symbol hold storage unit is read (S601). . Next, it is determined whether or not the time reduction flag is ON (that is, whether or not the gaming state is a time reduction state) (S602). If it is determined in S602 that the time reduction flag is ON, that is, it is in the time reduction state (YES in S602), the table for the time reduction state (the hit determination value is “0” in the normal symbol hit determination table shown in FIG. 8C). 0 ”to“ 239 ”), it is determined whether or not the winning is based on the high-probability normal figure determination (S604), and the process proceeds to S605. That is, it is determined whether or not the value of the read random number counter for normal symbol appropriateness determination (label-TRND-H) matches any of the hit determination values. On the other hand, if it is determined in S602 that the time reduction flag is not ON, that is, it is in the non-time reduction state (NO in S602), the table for the non-time reduction state in the normal symbol determination table shown in FIG. It is determined whether or not it is a hit based on the low-probability normal-winning determination based on the determination values “0” and “1”) (S603), and the process proceeds to S605. Then, in S605, it is determined whether or not the result of the normal signal win / fail determination (S603, S604) is a hit (per normal map) (S605), and if it is determined to be out (NO in S605), the display is stopped. A normal symbol (unusual symbol) is determined (S606), and the process ends. On the other hand, if it is determined to be a hit (per normal map) in S605 (YES in S605), a hit normal symbol (symbol per base symbol) to be stopped is determined (S607), and the per-general symbol flag is turned ON (S608). ) Finish the process.

[Normal design random number shift processing]
As shown in FIG. 17, in the normal symbol random number shift process (S504), first, the normal symbol holding ball number is decremented by 1 (S701). Next, the storage location of each general map hold in the general map storage unit is shifted by one to the side read from the current position (S702). Then, the address space, which is the storage location of the highest-order reserved storage in the ordinary figure storage area, is emptied (“0”), that is, the RAM area corresponding to the fourth ordinary figure storage area is cleared to 0 (S703). ) Finish the process. In this way, ordinary map suspension is digested in order of suspension.

[Normal symbol change processing]
As shown in FIG. 18, in the normal symbol changing process (S404), first, it is determined whether or not the normal symbol change time has passed (S801), and if it has not passed (NO in S801), the process ends. . On the other hand, if it has elapsed (YES in S801), the normal symbol fluctuation stop command is set (S802) and the normal symbol operation status is set to “3” (S803). Then, other processing such as stopping the normal symbol fluctuation display with the display result (winning normal symbol or off-normal symbol) according to the determination result of the random number for normal symbol success / failure determination is performed (S804). Finish.

[Normal symbol confirmation processing]
As shown in FIG. 19, in the normal symbol determination process (S406), it is first determined whether or not the universal symbol flag is ON (S901). If the ordinary figure hit flag is not ON (NO in S901), the ordinary figure operation status is set to "1" (S905), and this process is terminated. On the other hand, if the normal hit flag is ON (YES in S901), it is subsequently determined whether or not the time reduction flag is ON, that is, whether or not the time reduction state is in effect (S902). If it is in the time-short state (YES in S902), the opening pattern in the time-short state is set as the opening pattern of the variable winning device 22 (second starting port 21) (S903). As described above, the release pattern in the short-time state is an release pattern in which the release for 2.0 seconds is repeated three times. Therefore, “3” is set in the second start port opening counter that counts the number of times the second start port 21 is opened.

  On the other hand, if it is in the non-short-time state (NO in S902), the opening pattern in the non-time-short state is set as the opening pattern of the variable winning device 22 (second starting port 21) (S906). The opening pattern in the non-time-short state is an opening pattern in which the opening for 0.2 seconds is performed once as described above. Accordingly, “1” is set in the second start port opening counter. Then, following the setting of the release pattern (S903, S906), the normal operation status is set to “4” (S904), and this process is completed.

[Normal electric equipment processing]
As shown in FIG. 20, in the ordinary electric accessory processing (S407), first, it is determined whether or not the end-of-common-use flag is ON (S1001). The normal hit end flag is a flag indicating that the opening of the second start port 21 has ended in the auxiliary game executed as a win.

  If the normal hit end flag is not ON (NO in S1001), it is determined whether or not the second start port 21 is being opened (S1002). If it is not open (NO in S1002), it is determined whether or not the timing (timing) for opening the second starting port 21 has been reached (S1003). If so (YES in S1003), the second start port 21 is opened (S1004), and the process is terminated. On the other hand, if the second start port 21 is being opened (YES in S1002), it is determined in advance whether or not the timing (timing) for closing the second start port 21 has been reached (that is, after the second start port 21 is opened). (S1005), and if not reached (NO in S1005), the process is finished. If it has reached (YES in S1005), the second start port 21 is closed (closed). ) (S1006).

  Then, following the closing process of the second start port 21 (S1006), the value of the second start port open counter is decremented by 1 (S1007), and it is determined whether or not the value of the second start port open counter is “0”. (S1008). If it is not “0” (NO in S1008), the process is finished as it is to open the second start port 21 again. On the other hand, if it is “0” (YES in S1008), the base game end process for ending the auxiliary game is performed (S1009), and the base map end flag is set (S1010) to end the process. The second start port opening counter is set to “0” when the second start port 21 is opened (opening operation of the movable member 23) three times if it is in the time-short state, and if it is in the non-time-short state. When the second start port 21 is opened once, it becomes “0”.

On the other hand, if the end-of-usage flag is ON in S1001 (YES in S1001), the opening operation of the second start port 21 for the number of times set in S903 or S906 has ended. The winning end flag is turned off (S1011), the ordinary figure hitting flag is turned off (S1012), the ordinary figure operation status is set to "1" (S1013), and the process ends. As a result, in the next interrupt process, the normal symbol standby process (S402) is executed again as the normal operation process (FIG. 13).
[Normal electric equipment processing]
As shown in FIG. 20, in the ordinary electric accessory processing (S407), first, it is determined whether or not an end flag for the normal drawing is ON (S1001). The normal hit end flag is a flag indicating that the opening of the second start port 21 has ended in the auxiliary game executed as a win.

  If the normal hit end flag is not ON (NO in S1001), it is determined whether or not the second start port 21 is being opened (S1002). If it is not open (NO in S1002), it is determined whether or not the timing (timing) for opening the second start port 21 has been reached (S1003). If this is the case, the second starting port 21 is opened (S1004), and the process is terminated. On the other hand, if the second start port 21 is being opened (YES in S1002), it is determined in advance whether or not the timing (timing) for closing the second start port 21 has been reached (that is, after the second start port 21 is opened). (S1005). If not reached (NO in S1005), the process is finished. If it has reached (YES in S1005), the second start port 21 is closed (closed). (S1006).

  Then, after the closing process of the second starting port 21 (S1006), the value of the second starting port opening counter is decremented by 1 (S1007), and it is determined whether or not the value of the second starting port opening counter is “0”. (S1008). If it is not “0” (NO in S1008), the process is finished as it is to open the second start port 21 again. On the other hand, if it is “0” (YES in S1008), the base game end process for ending the auxiliary game is performed (S1009), and the base map end flag is set (S1010) to end the process. The second start port opening counter is set to “0” when the second start port 21 is opened (opening operation of the movable member 23) three times if it is in the time-short state, and if it is in the non-time-short state. When the second start port 21 is opened once, it becomes “0”.

  On the other hand, if the normal per-completion flag is ON in S1001 (YES in S1001), the opening operation of the second start port 21 for the number of times set in S903 or S906 has been completed. The end flag is turned off (S1011), the ordinary figure flag is turned off (S1012), the ordinary figure operation status is set to "1" (S1013), and the process is terminated. As a result, in the next interrupt process, the normal symbol standby process (S402) is executed again as the normal operation process (FIG. 13).

[Special figure operation processing]
As shown in FIG. 11, the game control microcomputer 81 performs a special figure operation process (S207) after the ordinary figure operation process (S206). As shown in FIG. 21, in the special figure operation process (S207), the processes related to the special symbol display 41 and the big prize device (the first big prize device 31 and the second big prize device 36) are divided into five stages. "Special figure operation status 1, 2, 3, 4, 5" is assigned to each stage. When the special figure operation status is “1” (YES in S1101), the special symbol standby process (S1102), and when the special figure operation status is “2” (NO in S1101, YES in S1103) When the special symbol changing process (S1104) and the special symbol operation status is “3” (both NO in S1101 and S1103, YES in S1105), the special symbol confirmation processing (S1106) and the special symbol operation status is “4”. (S1101, S1103 and S1105 are both NO, S1107 is YES), special electric game processing 1 as a big hit game (S1108), special figure operation status is "5" (S1101, S1103, S1105 , S1107 is NO), special electric accessory processing 2 (S1109) as a small hit game is performed. The special figure operation status is “1” by default.

[Special symbol standby processing]
As shown in FIG. 22, in the special symbol standby process (S1102), first, it is determined whether or not the number of reserved balls (that is, the number of reserved figures 2 reserved balls) at the second start port 21 is “0” (S1201). ). Special Figure 2 If the number of reserved balls is “0” (YES in S1201), that is, if there is no random number counter value acquired based on the ball entering the second starting port 21, the first start It is determined whether or not the number of reserved balls in the mouth 20 (that is, the number of reserved balls in Special Figure 1) is “0” (S1206). If the special figure 1 reserved ball number is also “0” (YES in S1206), that is, if there is no random number counter value acquired based on the ball entering the first start port 20, the image It is determined whether or not the display screen 7a of the display device 7 is being processed as a standby screen (during execution of a customer waiting demo screen) (S1211). If it is being processed (YES in S1211), the processing is performed. If not completed and not being processed (NO in S1211), standby screen setting processing is executed to display the standby screen (S1212).

  In S1201, if the number of special figure 2 reserved balls is not “0” (NO in S1201), that is, if there is one or more random number counter values acquired based on the ball entering the second starting port 21 The special figure 2 success / failure determination process (S1202), the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern selection process (S1203), the special figure 2 random number shift process (S1204), and the special figure 2 fluctuation start process (S1205) described later are performed in this order. Also, when the special figure 2 reserved ball number is “0” but the special figure 1 reserved ball number is not “0” (YES in S1201 and NO in S1206), that is, the random number counter value related to the second start port 21 If there is one or more random number counter values stored based on the entry into the first starting port 20, there is no memory, but a special figure 1 success / failure determination process (S1207), which will be described later, Pattern selection processing (S1208), special figure 1 random number shift processing (S1209), and special figure 1 fluctuation start processing (S1210) are performed in this order. Thus, in the present embodiment, the change display of the first special symbol based on the first special figure holding is performed only when the special figure 2 holding ball number is “0” (YES in S1201). That is, the digestion of the second special symbol hold (the change display of the second special symbol) is executed in preference to the digestion of the first special symbol hold (the change display of the first special symbol). In this embodiment, the success / failure determination based on the second special figure hold is more likely to be a big hit with a larger profit for the player than the success / failure determination based on the first special figure hold (FIG. 8B). )).

[Special Figure 2 Decision Processing]
As shown in FIG. 23, in the special figure 2 success / failure determination process (S1202), first, the determination value corresponds to the lowest area of the special figure reservation storage section of the RAM (that is, the first special figure reservation hold). The value (label-TRND-A) of the special symbol success / failure random number counter (the oldest storage) stored in the (RAM area) is read (S1301). Next, it is determined whether or not the probability variation flag is ON, that is, whether or not it is in a high probability state (S1302). If it is not the high probability state (NO in S1302), that is, if it is the normal state, the hit determination table for the normal state (the big hit determination value is “3”) in the hit determination table (see FIG. 8A). , “397”), a determination is made (S1303). On the other hand, if the state is a high probability state (YES in S1302), the success / failure determination is performed based on the big hit determination table for the high probability state in the hit determination table (see FIG. 8A) (S1309). In the jackpot determination table for the high probability state, the jackpot determination values are “3”, “53”, “113”, “173”, “227”, “281”, “337”, “397”, “449”, “503”.

  When it is determined that the result of the determination (S1303, S1309) is “big hit” (YES in S1304), the value of the random number counter for determining the big hit type (label-TRND-AS) is read out and shown in FIG. The jackpot type is determined based on the jackpot type determination table shown (S1310), the jackpot symbol is determined based on the value of the random number for determining the jackpot type (S1311), the jackpot flag is turned on (S1312), and the process is terminated. . In the case of determination of success / failure related to the first special symbol, the jackpot type determination table is determined using the jackpot type determination table for the first special symbol, and in the case of determination of success / failure related to the second special symbol, The jackpot type is determined using the jackpot type determination table. If the first special symbol (special figure 1) is determined to be a big hit, it is one of 15R first big hit, 15R second big hit, 15R third big hit and 2R fourth big hit, If it is determined that the special symbol (special symbol 2) is a big hit, it is a 15R fifth big hit or a 15R sixth big hit (see FIG. 8B).

  Correspondingly, in this embodiment, the big hit flag is ON when the type of big hit is 15R first big hit, 15R second big hit, 15R third big hit, 15R fifth big hit or 15R sixth big hit. And a short hit flag that is turned on when the 2R fourth big hit is made. When the 2R fourth big hit is turned on and the short hit flag is turned ON, the 2R lamp (see FIG. 4) of the round indicator 45 is turned on at the timing when the 2R fourth big hit symbol is confirmed and displayed. Is done. Specifically, the display mode is “2R ▲ 15RΔ” (for example, ▲: ON, Δ: OFF). In addition, when the long hit flag is turned ON when any one of 15R first to third big hits, 15R fifth big hits, and 15R sixth big hits and the corresponding big hit symbol is turned on, the lamp for 15R (see FIG. 4) is lit up. Specifically, the display mode is “2RΔ15R ▲”.

  Here, the jackpot determination (special symbol success / failure determination) and the jackpot type determination determination may be referred to as “determination”, respectively, and may be referred to as “determination” including which jackpot symbol will be obtained by performing the jackpot determination. Good. In addition, these results may be referred to as “determination results”.

  On the other hand, when it is determined that the result of the success / failure determination (S1303, S1309) is not “big hit” (NO in S1304), it is determined whether it is a small hit (S1305). That is, it is determined whether or not the value of the special symbol success / failure determination random number counter (label-TRND-A) matches any of “101” to “105” which are the small hit determination values (FIG. 8A). See). If it is determined that it is not “small hit” (NO in S1305), a missing symbol is determined (S1308), and the process ends. That is, when the result of the determination (S1303, S1309) is neither “big hit” nor “small hit”, the result is “miss”. On the other hand, if it is determined that the result of the small hit determination (S1305) is “small hit” (YES in S1305), the small hit symbol is determined (S1306), the small hit flag is turned ON (S1307), and the processing is performed. Finish. In addition, you may provide the random number which determines whether it is a small hit separately from the random number for special symbol success / failure determination.

[Special Figure 2 Variation Pattern Selection Processing]
In the special symbol standby process (FIG. 22), a special figure 2 variation pattern selection process is performed (S1203) after the special figure 2 success / failure determination process (S1202). As shown in FIGS. 24 and 25, in the special figure 2 variation pattern selection process (S1203), first, it is determined whether or not the gaming state is a time-short state (whether or not the time-short flag is ON) (S1401). ). If it is not a time-short state (NO in S1401), that is, if it is a non-time-short state, it is determined whether or not the big hit flag is ON (S1402). If it is ON (YES in S1402), a non-time-short state A variation pattern is selected on the basis of a variation pattern random number counter value (label-TRND-T1) with reference to the middle / big hit table (the portion corresponding to the non-time-short state and the big hit in the variation pattern table shown in FIG. 9) ( S1403). If the variation pattern is determined, the variation time is also determined. Further, in the present embodiment, the non-time-short state medium big hit table is divided depending on whether the big hit is a long hit (15R big hit) or a short hit (2R big hit) (see FIG. 9). However, this process is a variation pattern selection process for special figure 2, and there is only a 15R fifth big hit (long hit) in the big win won in the lottery of special figure 2 (see FIG. 6). Therefore, the location referred to in this process is always a location per length, and the variation pattern P1 or P2 is selected. The non-time-short state medium big hit table need not be divided into a long hit type and a short hit type. This is the same for the short-time state big hit table described later.

  On the other hand, if the big hit flag is not ON (NO in S1402), it is determined whether or not the small hit flag is ON (S1405). If the small hit flag is ON (YES in S1405), the change is made by referring to the non-time-short state medium-to-small hit table (the portion corresponding to the non-time-short state and the small hit in the change pattern table shown in FIG. 9). A variation pattern is selected based on the pattern random number counter value (S1409). Specifically, in this embodiment, the variation pattern P4 is always selected.

  In addition, if the small hit flag is not ON (NO in S1405), it means that neither the big hit nor the small hit is off. It is determined whether or not (S1406). The reserved number here is the number of memories including the information for which the variation pattern is determined by this processing, so the number of reserved memories is any one of “1” to “4”. If it is determined in S1406 that the number of holdings is “1” or “2” (YES in S1406), the first holding number removal table in the non-time-saving state (non-time-saving among the variation pattern table shown in FIG. 9). The variation pattern is selected based on the variation pattern random number counter value (label-TRND-T1) with reference to the state and the deviation and the portion corresponding to the number of reserved balls “1, 2” (S1407). In this embodiment, any one of the variation patterns P5 to P8 is selected.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in S1406 that the number of holdings is not “1” or “2”, that is, “3” or “4” (NO in S1406), the second holding number removal table in the non-short-time state (see FIG. 9 is referred to in the non-time-short state and out of the variation pattern table shown in FIG. 9 and corresponds to the number of reserved balls “3, 4”), and the variation pattern is determined based on the variation pattern random number counter value (label-TRND-T1). Select (S1408). In this embodiment, any one of the variation patterns P9 to P12 is selected. Here, the first hold number removal table in the non-time-short state is set to have a higher possibility of selecting a fluctuation pattern of a relatively long variation time than the second hold number removal table. The shortest changeable time (12000 ms) that can be selected is also set to be longer than that of the second reserved number removal table (4000 ms). That is, at the time of detachment, the function of shortening variation according to the number of reserved balls works, and when the number of reserved balls of the special symbol is “3” or “4”, the number of reserved balls of the special symbol is “ A variation pattern having a short variation time is selected as compared with the case of “1” or “2”.

  If it is determined in S1401 that the gaming state is a short-time state (YES in S1401), it is determined whether or not the big hit flag is ON (S1410 in FIG. 25). If it is determined that the big hit flag is ON (YES in S1410), the fluctuation pattern is referred to by referring to the short-time state big hit table (the portion corresponding to the short-time state and big hit in the fluctuation pattern table shown in FIG. 9). A variation pattern is selected based on the random number counter value (label-TRND-T1) (S1411). As described above, this processing is the variation pattern selection processing for the special figure 2, and since there is only the 15R fifth big hit (long hit) in the big win winning in the lottery of the special figure 2 (see FIG. 6). In S1411, the variation pattern P13 or P14 corresponding to the long hit is selected.

  On the other hand, when it is determined in S1410 that the big hit flag is not ON (NO in S1410), it is determined whether or not the small hit flag is ON (S1412). If the small hit flag is ON (YES in S1412), the fluctuation pattern random number is referenced with reference to the short / medium state small / medium hit table (the portion corresponding to the short time state and small hit in the fluctuation pattern table shown in FIG. 9). A variation pattern is selected based on the counter value (S1416). Specifically, in this embodiment, the fluctuation pattern P16 is always selected.

  If it is determined in S1412 that the small hit flag is not ON (NO in S1412), that is, if it is off, it is determined whether or not the number of reserved special symbols is “1” (S1413). The number of reservations here is the same as described above, and the number of reservations is set to one of “1” to “4”. Then, if it is determined that the number of holdings is “1” (YES in S1413), the third holding number detachment table during the time-saving state (non-time-saving state out of the variation pattern table shown in FIG. Referring to (1) ”, the variation pattern is selected based on the variation pattern random number counter value (label-TRND-T1) (S1414). In this embodiment, any one of the fluctuation patterns P17 to P20 is selected. On the other hand, if it is determined in S1413 that the number of holdings is not “1”, that is, the number of holdings is any of “2” to “4” (NO in S1413), the table for removing the fourth holding number in the short-time state. (Refer to the portion of the variation pattern table shown in FIG. 9 that is in the short-time state, out of sync and the number of reserved balls “2 to 4”), based on the variation pattern random number counter value (label-TRND-T1) Is selected (S1415). In this embodiment, any one of the fluctuation patterns P21 to P24 is selected.

  As described above, in the variation pattern table during the short-time state (the portion corresponding to the short-time state in the variation pattern table shown in FIG. 9), the shortening variation function according to the number of retained balls at the time of detachment is the number of retained balls “2”. ”To“ 4 ”. In addition, when winning a long hit out of the big hits, it is easier to select a fluctuation pattern having a shorter fluctuation time than in the non-time-short state. That is, the variation pattern table in the short-time state is a table in which the average value of the variation time of the special symbol is shorter than that in the non-time-short state. As a result, in the time-short state, the speed of digesting the special figure is increased compared to the non-time-short state (normal state) (the game during the time-shortening progresses quickly).

  After the variation pattern is selected as described above, other processing (S1404) shown in FIG. 24 is performed, and this processing is completed. In other processing (S1404), a variation pattern designation command (variation pattern designation command corresponding to FIG. 2) corresponding to the selected variation pattern is set in the output buffer of the RAM. The set variation pattern designation command is included in a variation start command, which will be described later, and is sent to the sub-control board 90 by output processing (S201).

[Special figure 2 random number shift processing]
As shown in FIG. 26, in the special figure 2 random number shift process (S1204), first, the special figure 2 reserved ball number is decremented by 1 (S1501). Next, the storage location of the various counter values in the second special figure reservation storage unit is set to one lower level (for example, when the second special figure reservation storage unit is composed of an address space corresponding to addresses “0000” to “0003”, the address Shift to “0000” side (S1502). Then, “0” is set in the uppermost address space of the second special figure hold storage unit, that is, the RAM area corresponding to the fourth special figure hold (when stored up to the upper limit number). Is cleared to 0 (S1503), and this process ends.

  After executing the special figure 2 random number shift process (S1204), the special figure 2 fluctuation start process (S1205) in the special symbol standby process (S1102) shown in FIG. 22 is executed. In the special figure 2 fluctuation start process (S1205), the special figure operation status is set to "2" and a fluctuation start command is set in the output buffer of the RAM to start the fluctuation display of the second special symbol.

  Further, in the special symbol standby process (S1102) of FIG. 22, when the special figure 2 reserved ball number is “0” and the special figure 1 reserved ball number is not “0” (YES in S1201, NO in S1206). The special figure 1 success / failure determination process (S1207), the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern selection process (S1208), the special figure 1 random number shift process (S1209), and the special figure 1 fluctuation start process (S1210) are performed in this order.

[Special Figure 1 Win / Fail Decision Processing]
As shown in FIG. 27, in the special figure 1 success / failure determination process (S1207), the processes (S1601 to S1612) are performed in the same flow as the special figure 2 success / failure determination process (S1202) shown in FIG. Therefore, detailed description of this process is omitted.

  However, since this process is related to the special figure 1, in S1601, it is stored in the lowest area of the first special figure reservation storage part of the RAM (that is, the RAM area corresponding to the first special figure reservation). The special symbol success / failure random number counter value (label-TRND-A) is read. In the big hit type determination in S1610, there is a possibility that any of 15R first big hit, 15R second big hit, 15R third big hit, and 2R fourth big hit will be determined (FIG. 8B). As shown in the column of the first special symbol (Special Figure 1) in FIG. 8B, the distribution ratio for each big hit is 40% for 15R first big hit, 20% for 15R second big hit, and 15R third big hit. Is 30% and 2R 4th big hit is 10%. When it is determined that the big hit type is any one of 15R first big hit, 15R second big hit and 15R third big hit, the long hit flag is turned ON as a big hit flag in S1612. On the other hand, when it is determined that the 2R fourth big hit, the short hit flag is turned ON as a big hit flag in S1612.

[Special Figure 1 Variation Pattern Selection Processing]
As shown in FIGS. 28 and 29, in the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern selection process (S1208), the process (S1701 to S1720) is performed in the same flow as the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern selection process (S1203) shown in FIGS. )I do. Therefore, a detailed description of this process is omitted.

  However, since this processing is related to Special Figure 1, if YES in S1702 (FIG. 28) (that is, if the big hit flag is ON), the big hit type is 15R big hit (15R first big hit, 15R first big hit) It is determined whether or not it is either 2 big hits or 15R third big hit (S1703). If the hit is 15R big hit (long hit) (YES in S1703), refer to the table for 15R big hit during the non-time-short state (the portion corresponding to the non-time-short state and long hit in the variation pattern table shown in FIG. 9). Then, a variation pattern is selected based on the variation pattern random number counter value (label-TRND-T1) (S1704). Specifically, the variation pattern P1 or P2 is selected.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in S1703 that it is not 15R big hit (NO in S1703), that is, if it is 2R fourth big hit (short hit), 2R big hit table during non-time-short state (of the variation pattern table shown in FIG. 9) The variation pattern is selected based on the variation pattern random number counter value with reference to the non-time-short state and the portion corresponding to the short hit (S1706). Specifically, the fluctuation pattern P3 is selected.

  In this special figure 1 variation pattern selection process, even in the case of YES in S1712 (FIG. 29) (that is, when the big hit flag is ON), the big hit type is 15R big hit (15R first big hit, 15R second big hit) , 15R third big hit) or not (S1713). If it is a 15R big hit (long hit) (YES in S1713), refer to the table for 15R big hit during the short-time state (the portion corresponding to the short-time state and long hit in the variation pattern table shown in FIG. 9), A variation pattern is selected based on the variation pattern random number counter value (S1714). Specifically, the variation pattern P13 or P14 is selected.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in S1713 that it is not a 15R big hit (NO in S1713), that is, if it is a 2R fourth big hit (short hit), the 2R big hit table during the short time state (the shortest time among the variation pattern table shown in FIG. 9). The variation pattern is selected based on the variation pattern random number counter value with reference to the state and the portion corresponding to the short hit (S1715). Specifically, the variation pattern P15 is selected.

  In this special figure 1 variation pattern selection process, after the variation pattern is selected, other processing (S1705, FIG. 28) is performed, and this processing is completed. In the other processing (S1705), a variation pattern designation command (variation pattern designation command corresponding to FIG. 1) corresponding to the selected variation pattern is set in the output buffer of the RAM. The set variation pattern designation command is included in a variation start command, which will be described later, and is sent to the sub-control board 90 by output processing (S201).

[Special Figure 1 Random Number Shift Processing]
As shown in FIG. 30, in the special figure 1 random number shift process (S1209), first, the special figure 1 reserved ball number is decremented by 1 (S1801). Next, the storage location of various counter values in the first special figure storage unit is shifted to the lower level (S1802). Then, “0” is set in the highest address space of the first special figure reservation storage unit, that is, the RAM area corresponding to the fourth special figure reservation (when the maximum number is stored). Is cleared to 0 (S1803), and this process ends.

  After the special figure 1 random number shift process (S1209) is executed, the special figure 1 fluctuation start process (S1210) of FIG. 22 is executed. In the special figure 1 fluctuation start process (S1210), the special figure operation status is set to "2" and a fluctuation start command is set in the output buffer of the RAM to start the fluctuation display of the first special symbol.

[Special symbol change processing]
As shown in FIG. 31, in the special symbol variation processing (S1104), first, the variation time of the special symbol (variation time determined according to the variation pattern selected in S1203 or S1208 of FIG. 22, see FIG. 9). It is determined whether or not it has passed (S1901). If it is determined that the fluctuation time has not elapsed (NO in S1901), the process ends. Thereby, the variable display of the special symbol is continued.

  On the other hand, if it is determined that the fluctuation time has elapsed (YES in S1901), a fluctuation stop command is set (S1902). Then, it is determined whether or not the probability variation flag is ON (S1903). If it is ON (YES in S1903), the probability variation counter is decremented by 1 (S1904), and whether or not the value of the probability variation counter is “0”. Is determined (S1905). If it is determined in S1905 that the probability variation counter is “0”, the probability variation flag is turned OFF, and the process proceeds to S1907. On the other hand, when it is determined that the probability variation flag is not ON (NO in S1903), or when it is determined that the probability variation counter is not “0” (NO in S1905), the process proceeds to S1907.

  In S1907, it is determined whether or not the time reduction flag is ON (S1907). If it is determined that the time reduction flag is ON (YES in S1907), the number of times the special symbol is changed during the time reduction state is counted. 1 is subtracted from the value of the time reduction counter (S1908), and it is determined whether or not the value of the time reduction counter is “0” (S1909). If it is “0” (YES in S1909), the time reduction flag is turned OFF. (S1910), the process proceeds to S1911. If it is determined that the time reduction flag is not ON (NO in S1907), or if it is determined that the value of the time reduction counter is not “0” (NO in S1909), the process proceeds to S1911. In S1911, the special figure operation status is set to “3” (S1911). Then, other processing such as stopping the special symbol variation display at a result corresponding to the determination result of the special symbol success / failure determination random number and the jackpot type determination random number is performed (S1912), and this processing is ended.

[Special symbol confirmation processing]
As shown in FIG. 32, in the special symbol confirmation process (S1106), it is first determined whether or not the big hit flag is ON (S2001). If the big hit flag is ON (YES in S2001), then whether the big hit type is 15R big hit (15R first big hit, 15R second big hit, 15 third big hit or 15R fifth big hit) Is determined (S2002). And if it is 15R big hit (that is, if the long hit flag is ON), a round to be executed during the big hit game (in the mode of opening once per round, one round is from opening to closing of the big prize opening) The value of the round counter that counts the number of times is set to “15”, and as the opening pattern of the big prize opening (the first big prize opening 30 or the second big prize opening 35) (see FIG. 6), For big hits, open pattern for 15R first big hit, for 15R second big hit, open pattern for 15R second big hit, for 15R third big hit, for 15R third big hit, for 15R third big hit, for 15R fifth big hit If there is an opening pattern for 15R fifth big hit, an opening pattern for 15R sixth big hit is set for 15R sixth big hit (S2003).

  On the other hand, if it is determined in S2002 that it is not 15R big hit (that is, if the short hit flag is ON), the big hit type is 2R fourth big hit, so the value of the round counter is set to "2" An opening pattern for 2R fourth big hit (see FIG. 6) is set as the opening pattern of the winning opening (the first big winning opening 30 or the second big winning opening 35) (S2004).

  After finishing the processing of S2003 or S2004, in order to start the jackpot game, set the jackpot opening command (S2005), start the jackpot game opening production (S2006), set the special figure movement status to "4" (S2007)

  When it is determined in S2001 that the big hit flag is not ON (NO in S2001), it is determined whether or not the small hit flag is ON (S2008). As a result, if the small hit flag is ON (YES in S2008), the value of the small hit release counter that counts the number of releases of the big prize opening (second big prize opening 35) during the small hit game is “2”. And an opening pattern for small hits (see FIG. 6) is set as the opening pattern of the big winning opening (second winning opening 35) (S2009). Then, in order to start the small hit game, the small hit opening command is set (S2010), the small hit game opening effect is started (S2011), and the special figure operation status is set to “5” (S2012). . If the small hit flag is not ON in S2008 (NO in S2008), neither the big hit game nor the small hit game is started, so the special figure operation status is set to “1” and the process is ended.

[Special electric equipment processing 1 (big hit game)]
As shown in FIG. 33, in the special electric accessory processing 1 (S1108), it is first determined whether or not the probability variation flag is ON (S2101). If it is determined to be ON (YES in S2101), the probability variation flag is turned OFF ( S2102). In addition, it is determined whether or not the time reduction flag is ON (S2103). If it is determined to be ON (YES in S2103), the time reduction flag is turned OFF (S2104). In other words, during the execution of the big hit game, the low probability state and the non-time-short state are controlled. In the present embodiment, the low base state is always in the non-time-short state, so that the low probability base state is also controlled during the execution of the big hit game.

  Next, it is determined whether or not the big hit end flag is ON (S2105). The big hit end flag is a flag that indicates that the opening of the big winning openings (the first big winning opening 30 and the second big winning opening 35) is all ended (the big hit game is ended) in the big hit game. If the big hit end flag is not ON (NO in S2105), it is determined whether or not the big prize opening (the first big prize opening 30 or the second big prize opening 35) is being opened (S2106). If it is not open (NO in S2106), whether or not the time (timing) for opening the grand prize opening (the first big prize opening 30 or the second big prize opening 35) has been reached, that is, the time for opening the jackpot has elapsed. Then, it is determined whether or not the time for starting the first round has been reached, or the time for the interval between rounds has elapsed and the time for starting the next round (next release) has been reached (S2107). This is determined based on the big winning opening opening pattern set for each jackpot type described above. For example, if it is before the start of the first round, the determination is made based on whether or not it is the timing at which the opening period ends and the first release process of the first round is executed. If the first round has already started, the determination is made based on whether the previous round has ended and the predetermined interval period has ended. The round is also simply referred to as “R” or “round game”.

  If the determination result in S2107 is NO, the process ends. On the other hand, if the determination result in S2107 is YES, it is determined whether the round to be executed corresponds to either the first round or the second round, that is, whether it is the V round (S2108). ). This may be determined for each jackpot type using the value of the round counter, or may be determined by providing a round counter that counts the number of rounds to be executed separately. If the round to be executed is not the V round (NO in S2108), that is, if it is any one of 3 to 15 rounds, the process proceeds to S2110, and the first big according to the release pattern (see FIG. 6) according to the type of jackpot In order to open the winning opening 30, the first big winning device 31 is operated. On the other hand, if it is determined that the round to be executed is the V round (the first round or the second round) (YES in S2108), the V validity period setting process (S2109) is performed, and then the process proceeds to S2110, and the type of jackpot In response to the opening pattern (see FIG. 6), the second large winning device 36 is operated to open the second large winning opening 35. Further, when opening the big winning opening (the first big winning opening 30 or the second big winning opening 35), that is, when starting a round, a round start command for the corresponding round is set. For example, a round start command capable of specifying a round to be started is set, such as “1R start command” for the start of the first round and “2R start command” for the start of the second round. The set round start command is transmitted to the sub-control unit 90 by the output process of S201.

  In the V validity period setting process (S2109), during the V round (1 round or 2 rounds in the present embodiment), the second grand prize opening 35 is opened for a few seconds after the second big prize opening 35 is closed. The period for which the detection of the game ball by the sensor 39a is determined to be valid (corresponding to the first period) is set. In this embodiment, a period other than this (including a time when a small hit or a special game is not executed) is a period (corresponding to the second period) in which the detection of the game ball by the specific area sensor 39a is invalid. Is set. Here, it is determined that the detection of the game ball by the specific area sensor 39a is valid because the V flag is turned on based on the detection of the game ball by the specific area sensor 39a (S2401 to S2403 of the specific area sensor detection process described later). The determination that the detection of the game ball by the specific area sensor 39a is invalid means that the V flag is not turned ON even if the detection of the game ball by the specific area sensor 39a is detected.

  Here, when the game ball is detected by the specific area sensor 39a and the V flag is turned ON, the game state display 46 is set to a predetermined display mode, and the game state after the big hit game is in a high probability state. Is notified. Specifically, the game state display 46 is composed of three LEDs “a1a2a3”. In this embodiment, in the normal state (low probability state), the display mode is “a1 □ a2 □ a3 □” (for example, □: off, ■: on). In addition, when the game ball is detected by the specific area sensor 39a in the big hit game and the V flag is turned ON, the display mode of “a1 • a2 • a3 •” is set. When the big hit game ends and the gaming state is set to a high probability state, the display mode is “a1 □ a2 □ a3 □”. In addition, the lighting control timing of the game state indicator 46 is not limited to such timing, and during the big hit game, the display mode of “a1 □ a2 □ a3 □” is maintained even if the game ball passes a specific area. , “A1a2a3” may be displayed at the timing of transition to the high probability state after the big hit game, and “a1 □ a2 □ a3 □” may be displayed at the timing of transition from the high probability state to the low probability state. .

  That is, in the specific area sensor detection process (S208), which will be described later, the V flag is turned ON only when V passage (passing of the game ball to the specific area 39) is detected during the V effective period, and outside the V effective period (V ineffective period). The V flag is not turned ON at the time of V passage detection in the middle). When the V flag is ON, the probability variation flag is turned ON, that is, the gaming state after the big hit game is set to a high probability state (see the gaming state setting process described later). By doing so, the V flag is not turned on based on the passage of V due to an illegal act, that is, it is not illegally set to a high probability state.

  In addition, if there is a V pass in the V round (1R or 2R) of the big hit game, the game state after the big hit game is set to a high probability state, while even if there is a V pass during the small hit game, If the gaming state before the small hit game is in the normal state, the gaming state after the small hit game is also in the normal state. If the gaming state before the small hit game is in the high probability state, the game state after the small hit game ends The gaming state is also a high probability state. That is, the success / failure determination probability is not changed before and after the small hit game.

  In the present embodiment, in the V effective period setting process (S2109), even when the 15R second and third big hits, even in the period (first period) in which the detection of the game ball by the specific area sensor 39a is determined to be effective. Although it sets, as another aspect, in the case of 15R second and third big hits, the first period may not be set in the V round. That is, in the case of 15R second and third big hits, the V round may be set to the second period. In the jackpot game related to 15R second and third jackpots, the opening time of the second jackpot 35 is set to an extremely short time of 0.1 seconds, so the game ball enters the second jackpot 35. Although the possibility is extremely low, if it is set to the second period, the V flag will not be turned ON even if a ball is entered. As a result, it is possible to prevent the V flag from being turned ON illegally or the V flag from being turned ON due to a rare entry. In this embodiment, the first round and the second round are V rounds, and the detection of the game ball by the specific area sensor 39a is valid in the V round. However, the location of the V round is not limited to this.

  If the grand prize opening (first grand prize opening 30 or second grand prize opening 35) is open in S2106 (YES in S2106), the number of balls entered into the big prize opening in the round is the maximum number It is determined whether or not (10 in this embodiment) has been reached (S2111). If the specified number of balls has not been reached (NO in S2111), whether or not the timing (timing) for closing the big prize opening has been reached, that is, a predetermined opening time after the big prize opening is opened (see FIG. 6) It is determined whether or not elapses (S2112). If the opening time of the special winning opening has not elapsed (NO in S2112), the process ends.

  On the other hand, when the specified number of balls has been reached (YES in S2111), or when the opening time of the big winning opening has elapsed (YES in S2112), that is, either of the two round end conditions is satisfied. In such a case, the special winning opening (the first large winning opening 30 or the second large winning opening 35) is closed (S2113). Then, the value of the round counter is decremented by 1 (S2114), and it is determined whether or not the value of the round counter is “0” (S2115). If it is determined that it is not “0” (NO in S2115), the process ends to start the next round. Further, when closing the big prize opening (the first big prize opening 30 or the second big prize opening 35), that is, when ending the round, a round end command of the corresponding round is set. For example, a round end command capable of specifying a round to be ended is set, such as “1R end command” for the end of the first round and “2R end command” for the end of the second round. The set round end command is transmitted to the sub-control unit 90 by the output process of S201. The round end command is transmitted at the end of the round excluding the final round of the big hit game, that is, when it is determined in S2115 that the value of the round counter is not “0”. For example, if the number of rounds of jackpot game to be executed is 15R jackpot game, a round end command is transmitted until the end of 14R, but is not transmitted at the end of 15R. This is because, at the end of the final round, an ending command set in the process of S2116 described later is transmitted.

  On the other hand, if it is determined that the value of the round counter is “0” (YES in S2115), a jackpot ending command is set as a jackpot ending process for ending the jackpot game (S2116), and a jackpot ending effect is started. (S2117). Then, a jackpot end flag is set (S2118), and the process is terminated. If the round counter is long (15R big hit), the big prize opening will be “0” if it is executed 15 times, and if it is short (2R big hit), the big prize opening will be opened twice. When executed, it becomes “0”.

  Also, if it is determined in S2105 that the big hit end flag is ON (YES in S2105), it is determined whether the execution time (ending time) of the big hit ending effect has elapsed since the final round has ended. (S2119) If the ending time has not elapsed (NO in S2119), the process ends. On the other hand, if the ending time has elapsed (YES in S2119), the jackpot end flag is turned OFF (S2120), and a game state setting process (S2121) described later is performed. Then, the big hit flag is turned off (S2122), the special figure operation status is set to “1” (S2123), and the process is terminated. Thus, in the next interrupt process, the special symbol standby process (S1102) is executed again as the special figure operation process (S207). It can be said that the game control microcomputer 81 that executes the above-described special electric accessory processing 1 (S1108) functions as “special game execution means”.

[Game state setting process]
As shown in FIG. 34, in the gaming state setting process (S2121), it is first determined whether or not the V flag is ON (S2201). The V flag is a flag that is turned on in a specific area sensor detection process (FIG. 36) described later. If the V flag is ON (YES in S2201), the probability variation flag is turned ON (S2202), the probability variation counter is set to “100” (S2203), the V flag is turned OFF (S2204), Proceed to processing. On the other hand, if the V flag is OFF (NO in S2201), the process proceeds to S2205 without turning on the probability variation flag. That is, in this pachinko gaming machine 1, it is determined whether or not to set the gaming state after the big hit game to a high probability state based on whether or not the V flag is ON in this gaming state setting process. .

  In S2205, it is determined whether or not the finished jackpot game (the jackpot game executed this time) is 15R jackpot. If it is determined that it is a 15R big hit (YES in S2205), it is determined whether or not the 15R big hit is a 15R third big hit (S2206). If it is a 15R third big hit (YES in S2206), it remains as it is. If the processing is finished and the 15R third big hit is not found, that is, if any of the 15R first, second and fifth big hits (NO in S2206), the time reduction flag is turned ON (S2207) and the time reduction counter is set to “100”. "Is set (S2208), and the process ends. Here, if the current big hit game is related to the 15R first big hit or the 15R fifth big hit, the game ball passes the specific area 39 (V passing) during the big hit game and the V flag is turned ON. Since this is the case (YES in S2201), the gaming state after the big hit game in this case becomes a highly accurate base state. Also, if this big hit game is related to the 15R second big hit, since V does not pass during the big hit game and the V flag is not ON (NO in S2201), after this big hit game ends The game state becomes a low probability and high base state. Also, if the current big hit game is related to the 15R third big hit, since V does not pass during the big hit game and the V flag is not ON (NO in S2201), after this big hit game ends The game state becomes a low probability low base state.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in S2205 that the finished jackpot game (the jackpot game executed this time) is not 15R jackpot, that is, 2R fourth jackpot (NO in S2205), the game state before the start of this jackpot game, It is determined whether or not the gaming state at the time of the 2R fourth big hit is a short-time state (S2209). If it is determined that the gaming state is not a short-time state (NO in S2209), the processing is performed without turning on the short-time flag. Finish. As a result, if the V flag is not turned on in this big hit game (NO in S2201), the gaming state after the big hit game is in a low probability low base state, and the V flag is turned on in this big hit game. If this is the case (YES in S2201), the gaming state after the big hit game is in a highly accurate low base state.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in S2209 that the gaming state at the time of the 2R fourth big hit is the short-time state (YES in S2209), the short-time flag is turned ON (S2207) and “100” is set to the short-time counter. (S2208), and the process ends. As a result, if the V flag is not turned on in this big hit game (NO in S2201), the gaming state after the big hit game is in a low-accuracy base state, and the V flag is turned on in this big hit game. If this is the case (YES in S2201), the gaming state after the big hit game is in a highly accurate and high base state.

  Note that the high accuracy high base state, the low accuracy high base state, and the high accuracy low base state are any of the following conditions: the special symbol is displayed with 100 fluctuations and the next big hit occurs. Ends when established.

  In addition, the processing (S2209) for determining whether or not the gaming state before the big hit game related to the 2R fourth big hit is in the short-time state is performed based on the operating states of the short-time function and the high base function before and after the big hit game. This is to make it the same as the state (condition) at the time of occurrence. If these operating states are different in the case of 2R 4 big hit and small win, even if it becomes difficult to recognize which win is based on the open pattern of the big prize opening, This is because, depending on the operating state of the high base function, which hit can be easily determined. This makes it difficult to distinguish the 2R fourth big hit and the small hit by the opening pattern of the big prize opening, and also makes it difficult to discriminate even by the operating state of the subsequent time-shortening function or the high base generating function.

[Special electric equipment processing 2 (small hit game)]
As shown in FIG. 35, in the special electric accessory processing 2 (S1109), first, it is determined whether or not the small hit end flag is ON (S2301). The small hit end flag is a flag indicating that the opening of the second big winning opening 35 is all ended in the small hit game. If the small hit end flag is not ON (NO in S2301), it is determined whether or not the second large winning opening 35 is being opened (S2302). If it is not open (NO in S2302), whether or not the time (timing) for opening the big prize opening (first big prize opening 30 or second big prize opening 35) has been reached, that is, the opening time per small hit It is determined whether or not it has reached the time to start the first opening after the elapse of time, or the time to start the next opening after elapse of the interval time between the plurality of times of opening (S2303). If the determination result in S2303 is NO, the process ends. On the other hand, if the determination result in S2303 is YES, after performing the V invalid period setting process (S2304), the process proceeds to S2305 to open the second big prize opening 35 in accordance with the small hit opening pattern (see FIG. 6). The second grand prize device 36 is operated.

  In the V invalid period setting process (S2304), the detection of the game ball by the specific area sensor 39a is invalid for several seconds during the opening of the second big prize opening 35 and after the second big prize opening 35 is closed in the small hit game. The period to be determined (second period) is set. In this embodiment, the period other than the period set as the valid period in the above-described V valid period setting process (S2109) is set as the invalid period (second period). Therefore, in this V invalid period setting process, it is confirmed whether it is not the valid period, that is, whether it is set to the invalid period. Specifically, it is confirmed whether or not the V timer (provided in the RAM of the main control board 80) that measures the elapse of the V effective period is set to “0” (that is, the state without the effective period). To do. If the V timer is not “0”, the V timer is set to “0”. It should be noted that “0” may be set in the V timer, that is, a state without an effective period may be set without confirming whether the V timer is “0” or not. Thus, even if there is a V passage during the small hit game, if the game state before the start of the small hit game is the normal state, the game state after the end of the small hit game does not shift to the high probability state. In the present embodiment, since the period other than the period set as the valid period in the above-described V valid period setting process (S2109) is an invalid period, the process of S2304 may be omitted.

  If the second big prize opening 35 is being opened in S2302 (YES in S2302), the number of balls entered into the second big prize opening 35 during the second opening, that is, the game balls entered in the second opening It is determined whether or not the total number of all has reached the prescribed maximum number of balls (10 in this embodiment) (S2306). If the predetermined number of balls has not been reached (NO in S2306), whether or not it is time to close the second big prize opening 35, that is, a predetermined opening time after the second big prize opening 35 is opened (FIG. 6). It is determined whether or not (see) has elapsed (S2307). If the opening time of the second big prize opening 35 has not elapsed (NO in S2307), the process is terminated.

  On the other hand, when the number of balls entered into the second grand prize opening 35 during the two open times has reached the prescribed number of balls (YES in S2306), the second big prize mouth 35 is closed (S2314). , The process proceeds to the small hit end process of S2311. On the other hand, if it is determined in S2307 that the opening time of the second big prize opening 35 has passed (YES in S2307), the second big prize opening 35 is closed (S2308). Then, the value of the small hit release counter is decremented by 1 (S2309), and it is determined whether or not the value of the small hit release counter is “0” (S2310). If it is determined in S2310 that it is not “0” (NO in S2310), the process is terminated as it is to start the next release.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in S2310 that it is “0” (YES in S2310), the process proceeds to the small hit end process in S2311. In S2311, as a small hit end process for ending the small hit game, a small hit ending command is set (S2311) and a small hit ending effect is started (S2312). Then, a small hit end flag is set (S2313), and the process ends. The small hit opening counter becomes “0” when the second big winning opening 35 is opened twice.

  In S2301, if the small hit end flag is ON (YES in S2301), since the two releases have ended, it is determined whether or not the small hit ending time has elapsed (S2315), and the ending time If has not elapsed (NO in S2315), the process ends. On the other hand, if the ending time has elapsed (YES in S2315), the small hit end flag is turned OFF (S2316), the small hit flag is turned OFF (S2317), and the special figure operation status is set to “1”. Set (S2318) and finish the process. Thus, in the next interrupt process, the special symbol standby process (S1102) is executed again as the special figure operation process (S207).

  Note that the probability variation flag and the time reduction flag are not switched from ON to OFF at the start of the small hit game. Also, at the end of the small hit game, the game state setting process (S2121, FIG. 36) is not performed. That is, in this pachinko gaming machine 1, the gaming state is not changed before and after the execution of the small hit game. It can be said that the game control microcomputer 81 that executes the above-described special electric accessory processing 2 (S1109) functions as “small profit special game execution means”.

[Specific area sensor detection processing]
As shown in FIG. 11, the game control microcomputer 81 performs a specific area sensor detection process (S208) subsequent to the special figure operation process (S207). As shown in FIG. 36, in the specific area sensor detection process (S208), first, it is determined whether or not a game ball is detected by the specific area sensor 39a (S2401), and when it is determined that there is no detection (NO in S2401) ), The process is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined in S2401 that there is a detection (YES in S2401), it is determined whether or not the V is valid (S2402). The V effective period is a period set in the V effective period setting process (S2109) in the special electric accessory process 1 (S1108) described above. In this embodiment, the V validity period is set in the first round and the second round in the jackpot game.

  If it is determined in S2402 that the V validity period is in effect (YES in S2402), the V flag is turned ON (S2403), and whether or not the big hit game currently being executed is a 2R big hit (2R fourth big hit). Is determined (S2404). If it is determined that it is not 2R big hit (NO in S2404), that is, if it is 15R big hit, the first V passing command is set (S2405), and the process is terminated. On the other hand, if it is determined that 2R is a big hit (YES in S2404), the second V passing command is set (S2406), and the process ends. The CPU of the main control board 80 transmits this V pass command to the sub control board 90 at a predetermined timing, and the sub control board 90 executes a game effect in the effect symbol display area or the like according to the type of the received V pass command. .

  If it is determined in S2402 that the V valid period is not in effect (NO in S2402), the third V passing command is set without turning on the V flag (S2407), and the process is terminated. The first V passage command is a command for causing the sub control board 90 to perform V passage notification control. On the other hand, the second V passing command and the third V passing command are commands for preventing the sub control board 90 from performing V passing notification control in principle. Further, the game control microcomputer 81 executes a specific area sensor detection process (S208) and a V valid period setting process (S2109), thereby switching the validity / invalidity of the passage of the game ball to the specific area 39. It functions as (specific area state switching means).

[Reserved ball count processing]
As shown in FIG. 11, the game control microcomputer 81 performs the reserved ball number process (S209) following the specific area sensor detection process (S208). As shown in FIG. 37, in the reserved ball number processing (S209), first, the special figure 1 reserved ball number, the special figure 2 reserved ball number, and the normal symbol reserved ball number stored in the RAM of the main control board 80 are read out. (S2501). Next, the data on the number of reserved balls (the number of held balls command for transmitting the information on the number of held balls to the sub-control board 90) is set in the output buffer of the RAM (S2502). The data related to the number of reserved balls (the number of reserved balls command) is output by the output process (S201) in the next interrupt process (S105), and the data related to the number of held balls (the number of reserved balls command) for each interrupt process. To the output buffer (S2502) and output processing (S201) are sequentially performed.

  When the sub-control unit 90 that has received the reserved ball number command determines that the special figure reserved ball number has increased or decreased based on the received held ball number command, the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 responds accordingly. The display contents of the effect hold display area (first effect hold display area 9c, second effect hold display area 9d) are updated. Specifically, for example, when the number of special figure 1 reserved balls increases by 1 from “3” to “4”, the first effect hold 9a corresponding to the increased number of special figure 1 reserved balls “4” is displayed. It is additionally displayed in the first effect hold display area 9c. Further, when the number of special figure 1 reserved balls decreases by 1 from “2” to “1” (that is, when the first special figure hold is digested), the left end of the first effect hold display area 9c (special figure 1 hold) The first effect hold 9a displayed at the location corresponding to the number of balls “1” (see FIG. 3) is deleted, or moved to the variable hold display area (not shown) and displayed. The first effect hold 9a displayed in the first effect hold display area 9c is moved (shifted) to the left by one. On the other hand, the display content of the second effect hold 9b (second special figure hold) can be updated in the same manner as the first effect hold 9a (first special figure hold).

  For the data of the special figure holding ball number when the special figure holding ball number is added, that is, the data of the special figure holding ball number accompanying the occurrence of the starting pitch (start winning prize), the start pitching command described above is used. It is good also as what sets the reservation ball number command which shows the number of special figure reservation balls after addition or after addition (after start entry) to an output buffer with a start entry command. In addition, for the data on the number of reserved balls when the number of reserved special figure balls is subtracted, that is, the data on the number of special figure reserved balls that accompanies the start of fluctuation of special symbols (digestion of special figure hold), the above-described change start command is used. It is good also as what sets the reservation ball number command which shows the number of special figure reservation balls after inclusion or after subtraction (after special figure reservation digestion) with a change start command to an output buffer.

[Power-off monitoring processing]
As shown in FIG. 11, the game control microcomputer 81 performs a power-off monitoring process (S210) subsequent to the reserved ball number process (S209). As shown in FIG. 38, in the power-off monitoring process (S210), first, it is determined whether or not a power-off signal is input (S2601). If there is no input (NO in S2601), the process ends. On the other hand, if there is a power-off signal input (YES in S2601), the current gaming machine state (whether it is probable, whether it is a winning game, the number of held balls, and the number of remaining fluctuations of probability / short time Etc.) is stored in the RAM (S2602), the power-off flag is turned on (S2603), and then the loop process is performed without returning to the interrupt process (FIG. 11).

[Sub control main processing]
Next, the operation of the effect control microcomputer 91 (control processing by the sub control unit 90) will be described with reference to FIGS. Note that the counter, flag, status, buffer, timer, and the like that appear in the description of the operation of the effect control microcomputer 91 are provided in the RAM of the sub control board 90 (sub control unit). When the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on, the effect control microcomputer 91 provided in the sub control board 90 reads out and executes the program of the sub control main process shown in FIG. 39 from the ROM of the sub control board 90. As shown in the figure, in the sub-control main process, first, a CPU initialization process is performed (S4001). In the CPU initialization process (S4001), stack setting, constant setting, CPU 92 setting, SIO, PIO, CTC (interrupt time controller) setting, various flags, status and counter reset are performed.

  Subsequently, in S4002, it is determined whether the power-off signal is ON and the contents of the RAM of the sub-control board 90 are normal (S4002). If the determination result is NO (NO in S4002), the RAM of the sub control board 90 is initialized (S4003), and the process proceeds to S4004. On the other hand, if the determination result is YES (YES in S4002), the process proceeds to S4004 without initializing the RAM of the sub control board 90. That is, if the power-off signal is not ON, or if the RAM contents are not normal even if the power-off signal is ON (NO in S4002), the RAM of the sub control board 90 is initialized. If the power-off signal is turned on but the contents of the RAM are maintained normally (YES in S4002), the RAM is not initialized, and the information is restored based on the data backed up in the RAM. If the RAM is initialized, various flags, statuses, and counter values are reset.

  Note that S4001 to S4003 are executed only once after the power is turned on (when the power is turned on), and are not executed thereafter. In the first embodiment, the effect control microcomputer 91 performs the same process as the power-off monitoring process (S209) by the game control microcomputer 81 shown in FIG. When turned on, data related to the effect control at that time is stored in the RAM of the sub-control board 90. That is, data related to presentation control at the time of power interruption such as a power failure is backed up. For this reason, unless the RAM of the sub-control board 90 is initialized (S4003) at power-on after power-off such as a power failure (power-off recovery), effect control by the effect control microcomputer 91 is performed. Will return to the state before the power failure occurred.

  In S4004, interrupts are prohibited. Next, random number seed update processing is executed (S4005). In the random number seed update process (S4005), the values of various effect determination random number counters are updated. The updated random number counter value is sequentially stored in a predetermined update value storage area (not shown) of the RAM of the sub-control board 90. The random number for effect determination includes a random effect determination random number for determining the aspect of the effect symbol game effect to be executed (variable effect pattern), a random number for determining the notification effect for determining the notification effect, and an effect symbol determination for determining the effect symbol. There are random numbers. The random number update method may be the same as the random number update process performed by the main control board 80 described above. When updating the random number, the random number value may be added two by two instead of adding one by one. The effect determination random number is acquired at a predetermined timing. As this timing, for example, when a control signal (starting ball entering command) for notifying that a starting ball has entered is transmitted from the main control board 80, or a control signal for notifying the start of fluctuation from the main control board 80 ( For example, when a variation start command) is transmitted, or when a later-described variation effect pattern is determined. The storage location of the acquired effect determination random number is a predetermined random number counter value storage area (not shown) in the RAM of the sub-control board 90.

  When the random number seed update process (S4005) is completed, a command transmission process is executed (S4006). In the command transmission process, various commands (control signals) stored in an output buffer (also referred to as “sub output buffer”) in the RAM of the sub control board 90 are transferred to the image control board 100, the audio control board 106, and the lamp control. It transmits to the control board which becomes a corresponding command transmission destination among the boards 107. Each control board (each control unit) that has received the command uses various rendering devices (image display device 7, speaker 67, panel lamp 5, frame lamp 66, movable decorative member 14, etc.) according to the received command. A production (production design game production, special game production related to jackpot game, etc.) is executed. Next, the production control microcomputer 91 permits interruption (S4007). Thereafter, S4004 to S4007 are looped. While interrupts are permitted, reception interrupt processing (S4008), 2 ms timer interrupt processing (S4009), and 10 ms timer interrupt processing (S4010) can be executed. By executing these control processes, display control of effect symbols executed on the display screen 7a (effect symbol display area 7b) of the image display device 7, lighting control of various lamps, and operation of the movable decorative member Control, audio output control from a speaker, and the like can be performed.

[Reception interrupt processing]
In the reception interrupt process (S4008), as shown in FIG. 40, whether or not the strobe signal (STB signal) is ON, that is, the strobe signal sent from the main control board 80 is sent to the external INT input section of the effect control microcomputer 91. It is determined whether or not an input has been made (S4101). If it is determined in S4101 that the strobe signal is not ON (NO in S4101), the process ends. On the other hand, if it is determined in S4101 that the strobe signal is ON (YES in S4101), various commands transmitted from the main control board 80 are stored in the RAM of the sub-control board 90 (S4102), and the process ends. . This reception interrupt process (S4008) is a process executed with priority over other interrupt processes (S4009, S4010).

[2ms timer interrupt processing]
The 2 ms timer interrupt process (S4009) is a process executed whenever an interrupt pulse with a 2 msec period is input to the sub-control board 90. As shown in FIG. 41, in the 2 ms timer interrupt process (S4009), first, an input process for creating switch data (edge data and level data) is performed based on the detection signals from the effect button detection switches 63c and 63d (S4201). ). Next, lamp data output processing (S4202) for outputting lamp data for emitting lamps such as the frame lamp 66 and the panel lamp 5 and driving data for driving the movable decorative member 14 (electrical drive source) are output. Drive data output processing (S4203). The lamp data and the drive data are created by a 10 ms timer interrupt process described later. Then, a watchdog timer process for resetting the watchdog timer is performed (S4204).

[10ms timer interrupt processing]
The 10 ms timer interrupt process (S4010) is a process executed every time an interrupt pulse with a 10 msec cycle is input to the sub-control board 90. As shown in FIG. 42, in the 10 ms timer interruption process (S4010), first, a first effect mode setting process (S4301) described later is performed. In the first effect mode setting process (S4301), a predetermined effect mode is selected from a plurality of effect modes (also referred to as “game mode”) based on a predetermined opportunity, and the selected effect mode is set. As will be described in detail later, in these multiple presentation modes, some or all of the display modes of the game presentation displayed on the display screen are different, some or all of the display patterns such as LEDs are different, or output from the speaker. Some or all of the voice patterns to be played are different. Next, a received command analysis process (S4302) described later is performed. Next, switch state acquisition processing is performed in which the switch data created in the 2 ms timer interrupt processing is stored in the RAM of the sub-control board 90 as switch data for 10 ms timer interrupt processing (S4303), and the switch stored in the switch state acquisition processing Based on the data, switch processing for setting the display content of the display screen 7a is performed (S4304). Thereafter, other processes such as creating lamp data (data for controlling lighting of the panel lamp 5 and the frame lamp 66) and updating the effect determination random number are executed (S4305).

[First effect mode setting process]
Next, the first effect mode setting process (S4301) will be described with reference to FIG. In this embodiment, the effect mode setting process includes a second effect mode setting process and a third effect mode setting process, which will be described later, at various timings (at timings that satisfy various conditions). The mode can be changed (can be set). As a result, various game effects (game modes) are executed to enhance the game entertainment.

  Here, an RTC (Real Time Clock) circuit (hereinafter also simply referred to as “RTC”) is provided on the sub-control board 90 of the pachinko gaming machine 1 of this embodiment (not shown). The RTC is a time measuring means (counting means) capable of measuring the time such as the current date and hour / minute / second. Further, the RTC has a function of automatically adjusting the timekeeping value to the Japan standard time periodically using a radio clock. In addition, when the supply of power to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is cut off, the RTC operates by receiving power supply from a backup power supply circuit (not shown). Furthermore, the CPU of the sub-control board 90 executes an effect using the RTC based on the time information from the RTC that measures the date and time (for example, an effect for a specific period). The RTC may be provided on the main board substrate 80.

  In the present embodiment, using such an RTC, when a specific execution condition of every hour is established, a specific effect mode (specific period effect) for 10 minutes is executed. More specifically, when the gaming machine is turned on, the timing information from the RTC is 8:00, 9:00, 10:00,... When a specific period effect is started, and when the specific period effect is started, 10 minutes have elapsed from the start (8:10, 9:10) 10:10, may be detected and ended), and the specific period effect is ended. In addition, since this “specific period effect” is executed simultaneously between a plurality of pachinko gaming machines 1 adjacent to the left and right, an effect that is linked with a plurality of machines can be executed. Therefore, this “specific period effect” is also referred to as “simultaneous effect”, “RTC effect”, or “specific mode”.

  Further, the specific period effect has a display mode (background display or the like) different from the normal state (non-specific period). As shown in FIG. 52 (a), the normal state is a background on which characters indicating mountains, trees, roads, and the like are displayed. When a specific period effect is executed, as shown in FIG. 53 (a), It changes to a background in which characters representing rocks, people, roads, etc. are displayed. That is, when the effect mode is switched, the display mode of the background display displayed on the display screen (effect symbol display unit) changes, and the player is shown (notified) that the specific period has been reached. In the specific period effect, the mode display unit 206 indicating the effect mode being executed is displayed on the display screen, and the “specific mode” is displayed. This also clearly indicates to the player that the specific period effect is being executed (specific mode).

  In the first effect mode setting process (S4301), first, it is determined whether or not it is a predetermined start time based on the timing information from the RTC (S4351), and it is the start time of the predetermined specific period effect (simultaneous effect). (YES in S4352), the specific period flag is turned on (S4352), the specific period effect execution command is set (S4353), and the process proceeds to the sail process of S4354. On the other hand, when it is determined in S4351 that it is not a predetermined start time (NO in S4351), the process proceeds to S4354. When the specific period effect execution command set in S4353 is transmitted to the image control board 100 by the command transmission process (S4006), the image control microcomputer 101 reads predetermined image data from the ROM of the image control board 100. A game effect (background effect) or the like based on the read image data is executed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7. Thereby, the production mode is set to the specific mode, and the production for the specific period is started.

  In S4354, it is determined whether or not the specific period flag is ON, that is, whether or not the effect mode is set to the specific mode (S4354), and the specific period flag is ON, that is, the specific mode (specific period effect) is executed. If it is determined that it is in the middle (YES in S4354), it is then determined whether or not it is a predetermined end time based on the timing information from the RTC (S4355). If it is determined in S4355 that the specific period effect is being executed and it is the end time of the specific period effect (YES in S4355), the specific period flag is turned off (S4356), and the specific period effect end command is set ( S4358), a pre-effect switching process described later is performed (S4358), and the process ends.

  In the pre-effect switching process described later, a process for ending or continuing the pre-effect for the specific period that is being executed is performed according to the end of the specific period, based on the game situation (pre-determination result or the like). On the other hand, if it is determined in S4354 that the specific period flag is not ON, that is, the effect mode is not the specific mode (NO in S4354), the process ends without performing the specific mode end process. If it is determined in S4355 that the end time is not a predetermined time, that is, the effect mode is the specific mode but not the end time (NO in S4355), the process ends without performing the specific mode end process.

  When the specific period effect end command set in S4357 is transmitted to the image control board 100 by the command transmission process (S4006), the image control microcomputer 101 reads predetermined image data from the ROM of the image control board 100. A game effect (background effect) or the like based on the read image data is executed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7. Thereby, the production mode is set from the specific mode (the production mode for the specific period) to the production mode for the non-specific period (including the normal mode for the non-specific period, the short mode for the non-specific period, the probability change mode for the non-specific period), The production for a specific period ends. Thus, in the first effect mode setting process, the effect mode is set regardless of the execution of the variable display of the special symbol (effect symbol) based on the time information from the RTC.

[Pre-draft switching process]
Next, the prior effect switching process (S4358) will be described with reference to FIG. The prior effect switching process is a process executed in the first effect mode setting process described above, and is a process executed when the end time of the specific mode comes during execution of the specific mode. In the pre-effect switching process (S4358), first, it is determined whether or not the pre-effect for the specific period is being executed (S4361), and if it is determined that the pre-effect for the specific period is not being executed (NO in S4361), the processing ends. That is, at the end of the specific mode, if the pre-production for the specific period is not executed, the process is finished as it is.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in S4361 that the pre-production for the specific period is being executed (YES in S4361), it is then determined whether the target variation related to the pre-production has a specific condition (S4362). The specific period effect is set (starts and ends) based on the timing information from the RTC, regardless of the execution (start and / or end) of the variation display of the special symbol (effect symbol). In addition, this pre-production is executed over the continuous display of a plurality of special symbols (production designs) including the variation display before the specific variation display as the result of the prior determination of the specific variation display. (Shown in FIG. 53). In addition, in a present Example, when starting a prior production in a specific period, the prior production of the production aspect (display mode) for a specific period is performed, and when starting a prior production in a non-specific period, a non-specific period It is assumed that the pre-production of the production mode (display mode) for normal (for normal use) is executed (see FIGS. 52 and 53).

  For this reason, even if the specific production for the specific period is started during the execution of the specific period, the specific period (specific period production, specific mode) may end during the execution of the specific production for the specific period. is there. In such a case, the pre-production for the specific period may be ended uniformly and switched to the pre-production for the non-specific period, or the pre-production may be simply ended. The pre-production for the game is interrupted, and the expectation for the big hit and the preference are lowered, and in the worst case, there is a possibility of giving distrust to the game.

  In order to solve this, or to execute a more interesting game effect, in this embodiment, when a pre-effect for a specific period is being executed at the end of the specific period, a specific condition is satisfied. Depending on whether or not the specific period has ended, the pre-production for the specific period can be continued for a predetermined period (when specific conditions are satisfied). On the other hand, if the specific condition is not satisfied, the pre-production for the specific period is ended. That is, in S4362, when it is determined that the target variation (contents) related to the pre-production has a specific condition (YES in S4362), the process ends without ending the pre-production for the specific period (see FIG. 54). ). On the other hand, if it is determined in S4362 that the target variation (contents) related to the pre-production does not have a specific condition (NO in S4362), a normal production (non-specific period) pre-production switching command is set (S4363) Finish the process. Thereby, with the end of the specific period (specific period effect), the pre-effect for the specific period being executed is ended and switched to the pre-effect for the non-specific period (see FIG. 55). The specific period in which the specific period effect (RTC effect) is set is referred to as “first game mode”, and the non-specific period in which the specific period effect (RTC effect) is not set is referred to as “second game mode”.

  Here, in the present embodiment, the “specific condition” is that the target variation is a variation effect having a relatively high possibility of being a big hit. More specifically, a specific condition is that the time fluctuation display of 45000 ms or more (45000 ms and 75000 ms) is executed (the fluctuation pattern is selected) in the target fluctuation related to the prior performance. As a result, even after the effect mode is switched, when the notice effect (preliminary effect) of the display mode before the effect mode is switched is continuously executed, the player's sense of expectation for the big hit is increased, Can be increased. In addition, as other specific conditions, a reach effect is executed, a super reach effect is executed, or a game effect (reach or advance notice) indicating that the probability of a big hit is a specific probability (for example, 30%) or more. ) Is executed, the pre-production is executed over a plurality of continuous fluctuation displays of a specific number of times (for example, three times), or a specific character is displayed in the target fluctuation. It is good. Preferably, when the specific condition is satisfied, it is desirable to increase the possibility of winning a big hit (the possibility of executing the big hit game) than when the specific condition is not satisfied. Thereby, game entertainment can be heightened. The means for executing the game effect such as the CPU of the sub-control unit 90 is referred to as “game effect execution means”.

  Next, the production modes of FIGS. 52 to 55 will be described. FIG. 52 is a diagram illustrating a display mode (background and notice effect) in the normal mode for the normal period (the normal mode for the non-specific period) set in the non-specific period and in the low probability low base state. FIG. 52A shows a scene in which a normal background is displayed in a normal mode for a normal period (also simply referred to as “normal mode”). FIGS. 52B to 52E show scenes in which a pre-effect is executed in the normal mode. 52 (b) to 52 (e) are game effects (preliminary effects) executed over a plurality of continuous (four times) variation displays, and the fourth special symbol variation shown in FIG. 52 (e). It is a game effect (preliminary effect) indicating a display result (determination result). The fourth (target) variation display in which the result (determination result) of the variation display of the special symbol is indicated by this game effect (preliminary effect) is also referred to as “target variation”. In other words, this game effect (preliminary effect) is to notify the player of the determination result of the target variation along with the variation display of the special symbol executed before the target variation. Since the game effect (notification effect) is executed before the start, it is also referred to as “prior effect”, “prefetch effect” or “continuous effect (continuous notice effect)”. Further, before starting the display of the fluctuation of the target fluctuation for performing the pre-effect, the means for determining the result of determination of the success / failure and the game effect (reach, type of variation pattern, etc.) executed by the target fluctuation is “pre-determination means” That's it. The prior determination means is constituted by the CPU of the sub-control unit.

  FIG. 52 (b) is a display mode of a pre-effect in the normal mode, and is a display mode that is displayed in conjunction with the execution of the first special symbol variation display. A rank display section 213 showing a background rank (the number of executions of pre-effects) is provided on the upper right of the display screen 7a. The rank display section 213 indicates that the background rank is 1 (first variation display). “Spring” is displayed. In addition, as the specific background pattern 210 (preliminary effect pattern) in the first variation display of the pre-effect, a normal mode specific background 211 (specific character pattern) imitating cherry blossoms is displayed.

  FIG. 52 (c) shows a scene in which the special symbol variation display shown in FIG. 52 (b) is finished and the next special symbol variation display is executed (indicated by a decrease in the first effect hold 9a). . Further, in the display mode of the pre-effect in the normal mode, the display mode is displayed with the execution of the second special symbol variable display when the preliminary effect is executed over at least two continuous variable displays. There is a scene in which a specific background of background rank 2 is displayed in the normal mode. In the specific background of the background rank 2, characters “summer” indicating that the background rank is 2 (second continuous variation display) are displayed on the rank display portion 213. In addition, a specific background 211 for normal mode imitating a thick tree is displayed as the specific background pattern 210 in the specific background.

  FIG. 52D shows a scene in which the special symbol variation display shown in FIG. 52C is finished and the next special symbol variation display is executed (indicated by a decrease in the first effect hold 9a). . Further, in the display mode of the pre-effect in the normal mode, the display mode is displayed in conjunction with the execution of the third special symbol change display when the pre-effect is executed over at least three consecutive change displays. Yes, it shows one scene in which the specific background of the background rank 3 in the normal mode is displayed. In the specific background of the background rank 3, characters “autumn” indicating that the background rank is 3 are displayed on the rank display portion 213. In addition, the specific background 211 for normal mode imitating autumn leaves is displayed as the specific background pattern 210 in the specific background.

  FIG. 52 (e) shows a scene where the special symbol variation display shown in FIG. 52 (d) is completed and the next special symbol variation display is executed (indicated by a decrease in the first effect hold 9a). . In addition, in the display mode of the prior effect in the normal mode, the display mode is displayed in conjunction with the execution of the third special symbol variation display when the preliminary representation is performed over at least four consecutive variation displays. Yes, it shows one scene in which the specific background of background rank 4 in the normal mode is displayed. Also, the variation display of the special symbol (effect symbol) shown in FIG. 52 (e) becomes the target variation of the prior effect shown in FIGS. That is, the player has been informed of the result of the change display of the special symbol (effect symbol) shown in FIG. 52 (e) by the prior effect executed in FIGS. 52 (b) to 52 (e).

  In the specific background of the background rank 4, characters “winter” indicating that the background rank is 4 are displayed on the rank display portion 213. In addition, the specific background 211 for normal mode imitating a snowman is displayed as the specific background pattern 210 in the specific background. In this way, as the specific background in the normal mode, it has four types of specific backgrounds with different background ranks, and by confirming the background rank being executed (by the display mode (specific background) related to the prior effect), It is possible to grasp how many times the continuous fluctuation display is being executed. Further, in the case where the pre-production is executed over a plurality of fluctuation displays, the background changes step by step in the order of the background rank 1 → 2 → 3 → 4 each time the next fluctuation display is performed. As a result, the player thinks that the jackpot is approaching, and can increase the sense of expectation for the jackpot. In addition, the player can intuitively recognize how many stages have changed since the specific background changes in a production mode indicating a predetermined order such as spring → summer → autumn → winter. The specific background (notice effect) relating to the spring, summer, autumn and winter described above is a display mode (execution mode) of a prior effect for a non-specific period (normal period).

  FIG. 53 is a diagram showing a display mode (background and notice effect) in the normal mode for a specific period that is set when the low probability low base state is in the specific period. FIG. 53A shows one scene in which a normal background is displayed in a normal mode for a specific period (also simply referred to as “specific mode”). A mode display unit 206 indicating the current effect mode (game mode) is provided at the upper center of the display screen 7a, and a “specific mode” indicating a specific period is displayed. Further, unlike the normal mode for the normal period (normal mode), a pattern in which a character imitating a person runs toward a character imitating a rock is displayed as a background pattern in the approximate center of the display screen 7a. The player can grasp that the current period is the specific period by looking at the mode display section and the background pattern.

  In addition, a remaining time display unit 208 that displays the remaining time of the specific period is provided in the upper right part of the display screen 7a, and the player looks at the time displayed on the remaining time display unit to check the specific period. Figure out how long will continue. In this embodiment, the execution time of the specific period is 10 minutes. FIG. 53A shows that the remaining time is 10 minutes, and it can be seen that this is a scene showing the start of a specific period (specific mode). Further, FIGS. 53B to 53E show scenes in which the pre-production is executed in the specific mode. 53 (b) to 53 (e) are game effects (preliminary effects) for a specific period that are executed over a plurality of continuous (four times) variation displays, and the fourth time shown in FIG. 53 (e). This is a game effect (preliminary effect) showing the result (determination result, content) of the special symbol variation display. That is, the fourth variation display shown in FIG. 53 (e) is “target variation”.

  FIG. 53 (b) shows a scene that has passed 30 seconds from the scene of FIG. 53 (a), and is a display mode of a prior effect in a specific mode. Is a display mode displayed. In the specific background of the background rank 1, as the specific background pattern 210 in the specific background, a specific mode specific background 212 (specific character pattern) imitating a bird is displayed. FIG. 53 (c) shows a scene in which the special symbol variation display shown in FIG. 53 (b) is finished and the next special symbol variation display is executed. This shows a scene displaying a specific background. In the specific background of background rank 2, as the specific background pattern 210 in the specific background, a specific mode specific background 212 (specific character pattern) that imitates more birds than the background rank 1 is displayed.

  FIG. 53 (d) shows a scene where the special symbol variation display shown in FIG. 53 (c) has been completed and the next special symbol variation display has been executed. This shows a scene displaying a specific background. In the specific background of the background rank 3, as the specific background pattern 210 in the specific background, a specific mode specific background 212 (specific character pattern) imitating a larger number of birds than the background rank 2 is displayed. FIG. 59 (e) shows a scene in which the special symbol variation display shown in FIG. 53 (d) is completed and the next special symbol variation display is executed. This shows a scene displaying a specific background. In the specific background of the background rank 4, as the specific background pattern 210 in the specific background, the specific mode specific background 212 (specific character pattern) imitating a larger number (the most) of birds than the background rank 3 is displayed. Yes. Further, since the player changes in a production manner in which the number of specific character designs increases stepwise in a specific background, it is possible to intuitively recognize how many steps have changed.

  Further, the variation display of the special symbol (effect symbol) shown in FIG. 53 (e) becomes the target variation of the prior effect shown in FIGS. 53 (b) to 53 (e). That is, the result (content) of the variable display of the special symbol (effect symbol) shown in FIG. 53 (e) is notified to the player by the prior effect executed in FIGS. 53 (b) to 53 (e).

  As described above, in the specific mode, as in the normal mode, there are four types of specific backgrounds having different background ranks as the specific background, and these game effects (specific backgrounds) are displayed in the prior effect for the specific period. Run. In addition, by confirming the background rank being executed, it is possible to grasp the number of continuous fluctuation displays that are being executed. The specific background (notification effect) with the different number of bird characters described above is the display mode (execution mode) of the prior effect for the specific period (specific mode). Further, in this embodiment, when the production mode being executed at the start of the preliminary production is the specific mode, the preliminary production for the specific mode (for the specific period) is executed for the preliminary production, and the preliminary production is started. When the effect mode being executed is the normal mode, the prior effect for the normal mode (for the non-specific period) is executed.

  In FIGS. 54 and 55, the type (display mode) of the pre-production corresponding to the production mode being executed at the start of the pre-production is executed. The execution mode of prior effects, etc. when the mode is switched from the specific mode to the normal mode (the effect mode is changed) is shown. FIG. 54 shows a state in which the pre-production for the specific period being executed is continuously executed even after the production mode is switched from the specific mode to the normal mode. In FIG. 55, the pre-production for the specific period being executed is switched to the pre-production for the non-specific period (for the normal mode) as the production mode is switched from the specific mode to the normal mode. The mode to perform is shown. These control processes are as described for FIG. 44 described above.

  FIGS. 54A and 54B show a scene in which a pre-production for a specific mode is started during execution of the specific mode. FIG. 54 (c) shows a scene where the specific mode has ended and the effect mode has been switched to the normal mode. In the example shown in FIG. 54, since the specific condition described in FIG. 44 is satisfied, the pre-production that is being executed is continued as the pre-production for the specific period. FIGS. 54D and 54E show scenes in which a pre-directive for a specific mode (a pattern imitating a bird) is executed against a background of a normal mode pattern (simulating a mountain and a road). . FIG. 54 (f) shows a scene in which an effect symbol (“333”) indicating a big hit is confirmed and stopped as a result of the variable display of FIG. 54 (e). In addition, in the target variation in which the pre-production for a specific period is continuously executed, a game production having a relatively high probability of winning is executed. That is, it can be said that the possibility that the target variation will be a big hit is higher than the case where the display mode of the prior effect is switched to the normal mode. In the present embodiment, [0:00] indicating that there is no remaining time is displayed on the remaining time display unit 208, and is displayed for a predetermined time immediately after the effect mode is switched to the normal mode.

  FIGS. 55A and 55B show a scene in which a pre-production for a specific mode is started during execution of the specific mode. FIG. 55 (c) shows a scene in which the specific mode is ended, the effect mode is switched to the normal mode, and the pre-effect that is being executed is also switched to the pre-effect for the normal mode. In the example shown in FIG. 55, since the specific condition described in FIG. 44 is not satisfied, the pre-production that is being executed is switched from the pre-production for the specific period to the pre-production for the non-specific period (for normal mode). Is done. FIGS. 55D and 55E show scenes in which the pre-direction for the normal mode is executed against the background of the normal mode (simulating a mountain and a road). FIG. 55 (f) shows a scene in which an effect symbol (“353”) indicating a deviation is displayed as a fixed stop as a result of the variable display of FIG. 55 (e).

  In the present embodiment, when the specific condition is not satisfied, the pre-effect for the specific mode being executed is switched to the pre-effect for the non-specific period (for the normal mode) and executed. Instead, when the production mode is switched from the specific mode to the normal mode, the pre-production for the specific mode being executed is not switched to the pre-production for the non-specific period (for the normal mode), but the specific being executed The pre-production for the mode may be ended with the change of the production mode (the pre-production for the normal mode is not executed). In this case, when the specific condition is not satisfied, the possibility that the target variation is a big hit is set lower than the case where the specific condition is satisfied. Therefore, the pre-production may be terminated so as not to unnecessarily increase the player's expectation for the big hit. As a result, when the pre-production is being executed when the production mode is switched, the attention is paid to whether the pre-production that is being executed continues or ends, and the game entertainment when it is continued is significantly enhanced. Is possible.

  Although not shown, the gaming state of this embodiment has a high probability high base state and a high probability high base state. The high-probability high-base state and the high-probability high-base state are different display modes in the non-specific period (non-specific mode) and the specific period (specific mode). For example, in the high probability high base state in the non-specific period, the “probability change mode” is displayed on the mode display unit 206 provided on the display screen 7a. Further, in the high probability high base state in the specific period, the “probability change specific mode” is displayed on the mode display unit 206 provided on the display screen 7a. In addition, a part or all of the background may be displayed differently in the probability variation mode and the probability variation specific mode. Further, in the low probability high base state in the non-specific period, the “time reduction mode” is displayed on the mode display unit 206 provided on the display screen 7a. Further, in the low probability high base state in the specific period, the “time reduction specific mode” is displayed on the mode display unit 206 provided on the display screen 7a. In addition, a part or all of the background may be displayed in different modes in the time reduction mode and the time reduction specific mode. Thereby, the player can recognize the occurrence of the specific period even in the probability variation mode or the time reduction mode.

[Received command analysis processing]
Next, the received command analysis process (S4302) will be described with reference to FIGS. In the received command analysis process (S4302), first, it is determined whether or not a start incoming command has been received from the main control board 80 (S4401), and when it is determined that a start incoming command has not been received (NO in S4401). When the process proceeds to S4404 and it is determined that the start pitching command has been received (YES in S4401), the production hold information storage process (S4402) is performed, the pre-determination process described later is performed (S4403), and the process of S4404 Migrate to The production hold information storage process (S4402) is a process for determining various kinds of information (preliminary judgment result, jackpot type determination disturbance) included in the start ball entering command (Special Figure 1 start ball entering command or Special Figure 2 start ball entering command) received in S4401. Game information such as numerical values, variation pattern random values, variation pattern information), special symbol type (first special symbol, second special symbol) and special figure holding ball at the time of sending and receiving start command (command generation) Depending on the number, it is stored in a predetermined production hold information storage area of the RAM of the sub-control board 90 in a shift memory format.

  For example, if the received start pitch command is a special Fig. 1 start pitch command corresponding to the number of held balls "4" in Fig. 1, the pre-determination result and hit type included in the special map 1 start pitch command Are stored as special figure 1 production hold information in the area corresponding to the number of holds 4 in the special figure 1 production hold information storage area. The effect hold information stored in this way is used to execute various effects such as a change effect, a notice effect, and an effect mode, which will be described later. The contents stored in the production hold information storage area (production hold information) in the sub-control board 90 are stored in the special figure hold storage section (first special figure hold storage section, second special figure) in the main control board (main control section) 80 described above. This is consistent with the stored content (acquired information) of the hold storage unit. From this, it can be said that the production hold information storage area of the sub-control board 90 is also “acquired information storage means”. The means for performing the determination based on the acquired information in the sub control board (sub control unit) is also referred to as “determination executing means”. Also, in the pre-determination process (S4403), various information stored in the production hold information storage process is pre-determined, and the game production (pre-production) based on the result of the pre-determination is performed before the variable display related to the various information. It is the process for performing with the fluctuation display of. Means for making a prior determination based on various information (acquired information) in the sub control board (sub control unit) is also referred to as a “preliminary determination means”.

  Next, in S4404, it is determined whether or not a variation start command has been received from the main control board 80 (S4404). If it is determined that a variation start command has been received (YES in S4404), a second effect mode setting to be described later is set. Processing is performed (S4405), and then a variation production start process (S4406) described later is performed, and the process proceeds to S4407. On the other hand, when it is determined that the change start command has not been received (NO in S4404), the process proceeds to S4407 without performing the second effect mode setting process and the change effect start process. In S4407, it is determined whether or not a variation stop command has been received from the main control board 80 (S4407). If it is determined that a variation stop command has been received (YES in S4407), a third effect mode setting process described later is performed. (S4408), a change effect end process for stopping and displaying the effect symbol and ending the change effect is performed (S4409), and the process proceeds to S4410. On the other hand, if it is determined in S4407 that the change stop command has not been received (NO in S4407), the process proceeds to S4410 without performing the third effect mode setting process and the change effect end process.

  Here, in the variation effect end process (S4409), a change effect end command for stopping and displaying the effect symbol 8 and ending the variation effect is set in the sub output buffer. When the set variable effect end command is transmitted to the image control board 100 by the command transmission process (S4006), the image control microcomputer 101 displays the effect symbol 8 that has been variably displayed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7. The stop effect is displayed, and the variation effect (effect symbol game effect) is ended. The variation effect refers to various effects performed in accordance with the variation display of the special symbol.

  Subsequently, in S4410, it is determined whether or not a jackpot game-related command is received from the main control board 80 (S4410). Here, the jackpot game-related command is a command transmitted from the main control board 80 upon execution of the jackpot game, specifically, an opening command transmitted at the start of the jackpot game (occurrence of jackpot), A round start command transmitted at the start of the round, a round end command transmitted at the end of the round, an ending command transmitted at the end of the big hit game, and the like are applicable. In S4410, it is determined whether or not any of these jackpot game-related commands has been received (S4405). The big hit game-related effect process is performed (S4411), and the process proceeds to S4412.

  In the jackpot game-related effect process, for example, if the received command is an opening command, the opening effect command that specifies the opening effect corresponding to the type of jackpot specified based on the command is set in the sub output buffer, and the round starts. If it is a command, a round effect command that specifies a round effect corresponding to the round specified based on the command is set in the sub output buffer, and if it is an ending command, it corresponds to the jackpot type specified based on the command. An ending effect command for designating the ending effect is set in the sub output buffer. When the various effect commands related to the set jackpot are transmitted to the image control board 100 by the command transmission process (S4006), the image control microcomputer 101 performs an opening effect or a round effect according to the progress status of the jackpot game. For example, an effect related to the big hit game is executed on the display screen 7 a of the image display device 7.

  Here, in this embodiment, when the gaming state is in the low probability low base state (normal gaming state), that is, in the “left-handed gaming state”, the result of the special symbol success / failure determination becomes a big hit (so-called When the sub-control board 90 receives an opening command related to the “first hit” and the big hit (first hit), a corresponding first hit opening effect command is transmitted to the image control board 100. In response to this, on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7, an opening effect including a right-handed instruction notification for instructing the player to make a right-handed turn to enter the game ball into the special winning opening 30 (" Also called “opening production”. In the first hit opening effect (not shown) of this embodiment, a right-handed instruction notification at the start of a big hit game related to the first hit (also referred to as “first-hit right-handed instruction notification”) is executed. The right hitting instruction notification for the first hit in the present embodiment is to display a moving image depicting a game ball entering the big winning opening 30 located at the lower part of the right game area 3B at the approximate center of the display screen 7a. It is supposed to be done by As a result, a player who has made a left game in the low base state and advanced a game (design variation game) can make a right game in the special game state (big hit game) (a game ball toward the right game area 3B). Can be actively encouraged.

  When the sub-control board 90 receives the round start command (1R start command) of the first round at the start of the first round of the big hit game related to the first hit, the corresponding 1R start effect command is displayed on the image control board. 100. In response to this, on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7, the round effect display including the round number display is started (executed), and a right-handed instruction is issued as a right-handed instruction notification during the big hit game (in the special game state). Display of the image 71 is started (executed). The right-handed instruction image 71 is continuously displayed even in the high-accuracy high-base state and the low-accuracy-high base state (that is, the right-handed game state) after the big hit game relating to the first hit is completed. Processing for starting display of the right-handed instruction image 71 (right-handed instruction image display processing) will be described later. Note that the right-handed instruction notification by displaying the right-handed instruction image 71 is also referred to as “predetermined instruction notification”.

  Furthermore, a big hit occurs in the high-accuracy high-base state or the low-probability high-base state (that is, the right-handed gaming state) after the big hit game related to the first hit is completed (so-called “continuous change”), and When the sub-control board 90 receives the opening command related to “Chan”, a corresponding continuous opening effect command is transmitted to the image control board 100. In response to this, on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7, an opening effect (also referred to as “continuous opening effect”) having a content different from the above-described initial hit opening effect is executed. In the continuous opening effect (not shown), the right hitting instruction notification for the first hit like the first hit opening effect described above, that is, the display of the moving image depicting the game ball entering the big winning opening 30 is displayed. The right-handed instruction image 71 which is not executed and is displayed during the game in the high base state is continuously displayed as it is. This is because the high base state is a “right-handed gaming state” and it is not necessary to change the firing direction of the game ball when executing the big hit game related to the continuous game.

  S4411 is a process executed when any of the aforementioned jackpot game-related commands is received (for example, when an opening command is received) (a process executed when a jackpot is reached). In S4412, as other processing, processing based on other received commands (for example, a normal symbol variation start command and a normal symbol variation stop command) excluding the various commands described above is performed (S4407).

[Preliminary judgment processing]
Next, the prior determination process (S4403) will be described with reference to FIG. In the pre-determination process, based on the received start entry command (when entering the start opening), a pre-determination is performed to determine whether or not to perform a pre-production, which kind of pre-production. In the pre-determination process (S4403), first, it is determined whether or not the pre-production is being executed (S5001). If it is determined in S5001 that the pre-production is being executed (YES in S5001), the process ends without determining whether to execute a new pre-production. On the other hand, if it is determined in S5001 that the pre-production is not being executed (NO in S5001), then a preliminary determination random value is acquired (S5002), and the process proceeds to S5003. Here, based on the value of the acquired random number for preliminary determination, a preliminary determination is made as to whether or not to execute the preliminary presentation in a mode in which the preliminary presentation effect is executed across the above-described multiple display variations. In addition, when there is a prior determination relating to other prior effects (for example, a continuous advance notice or a character appearance advance notice), the value of a random number for prior determination for performing the determination is also acquired here.

  In S5003, it is determined whether or not the current gaming state is a high base state (probability change mode or short-time mode) (S5002), and is not in a high base state, that is, a state in which a game is played mainly with a variable display of the first special symbol Is determined (NO in S5003), it is then determined whether the start ball entering command received from the main control unit 80 is a special figure 1 ball entering command (S5004). If it is determined in S5004 that it is not a special figure 1 start incoming command, that is, a special figure 2 start incoming command (NO in S5004), the process is terminated. That is, in the gaming state in which a game is played mainly with the variable display of the first special symbol, the prior determination relating to the second special symbol determination is not performed.

  On the other hand, when it is determined in S5004 that the start ball entering command received from the main control unit 80 is the special figure 1 start ball entering command (YES in S5004), the determination information included in the special figure 1 start ball entering command Is determined in advance whether or not to perform a pre-production (S5005). In this preliminary determination, whether to execute the preliminary presentation based on the preliminary determination random value for preliminary presentation acquired in S5002 and a predetermined preliminary determination table (not shown), Which execution mode is to be pre-staged is determined.

  Next, in S5006, it is determined whether or not the preliminary determination result in S5005 is to execute the preliminary presentation (S5006). If it is determined not to execute the preliminary presentation (NO in S5006), the process ends. On the other hand, if it is determined in S5006 that the pre-production is to be executed (YES in S5006), the first special symbol holding number is set in the pre-production counter (S5007), and the process proceeds to S5008. Here, the pre-production (see FIGS. 52B to 52E, etc.) executed based on the result of the pre-determination is executed from the timing at which the pre-production is started. It is executed at least in a period until it is executed (start, midway of execution, or until completion). The “preliminary effect counter” is a counter for determining (controlling) the execution period of the prior effect.

  In this embodiment, the timing for starting the pre-production is after the start ball command is received (and it is determined that the pre-production is executed), and when the variation display of the production symbol is started for the first time. It is said. However, not only in such a timing, but when it is determined that the start entering command is received during the variation display of the effect symbol and the prior effect is executed, the effect symbol is not waited for the start of the next variation display. The prior effect may be executed at a predetermined timing during the fluctuation display.

  In S5003, when it is determined that the gaming state is the high base state (probability change mode or short time mode), that is, the gaming state in which the second special symbol is the main display (YES in S5003), then reception It is determined whether or not the start ball entering command is a special figure 2 ball entering command (S5009). If it is determined in S5009 that the received start ball command is not a special figure 2 start ball command (NO in S5009), the process ends. That is, in the gaming state in which a game is played mainly with the variable display of the second special symbol, the prior determination relating to the first special symbol determination is not performed.

  On the other hand, when it is determined in S5009 that the start ball entering command received from the main control unit 80 is the special figure 2 start ball entering command (YES in S5009), the determination information included in the special figure 2 start ball entering command Is determined in advance (S5010). Also in S5010, as in S5005, whether or not to perform the pre-production based on the preliminary determination random value for the pre-production obtained in S5001 and a predetermined pre-determination table (not shown) is executed. In this case, it is determined which execution mode is to be pre-staged. In S5011, as a result of the prior determination in S5010, it is determined whether or not to perform the pre-production (S5011). If it is determined not to execute the pre-production (NO in S5011), the process ends. On the other hand, if it is determined in S5011 that the pre-production is to be executed (YES in S5011), the second special symbol hold number is set in the pre-production counter (S5012), and the process proceeds to S5008.

  In S5008, it is determined whether or not the specific period flag is ON (S5008). If it is determined that the specific period flag is ON, that is, the current period is the specific period (in the specific mode) (YES in S5008), A pre-production for a specific period is selected and set (S5013), a pre-production flag for a specific period indicating that the pre-production for a specific period is being executed (S5014), and the process proceeds to S5017. In addition, it is good also as a flag which shows that execution of the prior production for specific periods is determined as the prior production flag for specific periods. On the other hand, if it is determined in S5008 that the specific period flag is not ON, that is, the present is a non-specific period (NO in S5008), a pre-effect for normal period (for non-specific period) is selected and set ( S5015), the normal period prior effect flag indicating that the normal period (non-specific period) prior effect is being executed is set to ON (S5016), and the process proceeds to S5017. It should be noted that the normal period prior effect flag may be a flag indicating that execution of the normal period prior effect is determined. Next, other pre-determination processing (determination relating to other pre-effects, etc.) is executed (S5017), and the processing ends.

[Second effect mode setting process]
Next, the second effect mode setting process (S4405) will be described with reference to FIG. The second effect mode setting process is a process that is executed based on the reception of the change start command from the main control unit 80, and the display mode on the display screen 7a (the effect symbol display unit 7b) is mainly changed to a plurality of effects. This is a process of setting a predetermined effect mode selected from the modes. Here, in the present embodiment, the production mode set in the second production mode setting process (set based on the start of fluctuation) is set in the normal mode set in the low accuracy low base state and the high accuracy high base state. Probability change mode (also referred to as “ST mode”) and a time reduction mode set in a low accuracy and high base state. In addition, a non-notification mode that is set in a highly accurate and low base state may be set.

  The normal mode, the probability variation mode, and the time reduction mode have different display modes. The normal mode, the probability variation mode, and the time reduction mode each have a display mode for a specific period and a display mode for a non-specific period. The player can grasp approximately which gaming state the gaming state is by viewing this display mode. Next, an effect mode setting process for setting these effect modes will be described in detail.

  In the second performance mode setting process (S4405), first, it is determined whether or not the gaming state is a high probability state (whether the probability variation flag is ON) (S5201), and when it is determined that the gaming state is a high probability state (YES in S5201) Then, it is determined whether or not the specific period flag is ON (S5202). If it is determined in S5202 that the specific period flag is ON, that is, it is determined that the current period is in the specific period (YES in S5202), the “probability change specific mode” that is the probability change mode for the specific period is set as the effect mode. Is set for the specific period probability change mode setting command (S5203), and the process ends. On the other hand, when it is determined in S5202 that the specific period flag is not ON, that is, the present is not in the specific period (NO in S5202), the “probability change mode” that is the probability change mode for the non-specific period is set as the effect mode. The normal period probability change mode setting command is set (S5204), and the process ends.

  If it is determined in S5201 that the gaming state is not a high probability state (NO in S5201), then it is determined whether or not the gaming state is short-time, that is, a high base state (whether the time-short flag is ON) (S5205). . If it is determined in S5205 that the gaming state is the short time state (high base state) (YES in S5205), it is then determined whether or not the specific period flag is ON (S5206). If it is determined in S5206 that the specific period flag is ON, that is, the current period is in the specific period (YES in S5206), the “short time specific mode” which is the short time mode for the specific period is set as the effect mode The short-time mode setting command for a specific period of time is set (S5207), and the process ends. On the other hand, when it is determined in S5206 that the specific period flag is not ON, that is, the current period is not in the specific period (NO in S5206), the “time reduction mode” that is the time reduction mode for the non-specific period is set as the production mode. The short-time mode setting command for the normal period is set (S5208), and the process ends.

  If it is determined in S5205 that the gaming state is not the short-time state (NO in S5205), that is, if it is determined that the gaming state is the low probability low base state, then it is determined whether or not the specific period flag is ON (S5209). ). If it is determined in S5209 that the specific period flag is ON (YES in S5209), a specific period normal mode setting command for setting the “specific mode” that is the normal mode for the specific period is set as the rendering mode. (S5210), the process ends. On the other hand, if it is determined in S5209 that the specific period flag is not ON (NO in S5209), a normal period normal mode setting command for setting the “normal mode” which is the normal mode for the non-specific period as the effect mode is issued. Set (S5208) and finish the process.

[Variation production start processing]
Next, the variation effect start process (S4406) executed in the received command analysis process (S4302) will be described. As shown in FIG. 49, in the variation effect start process (S4406), first, an effect determination random number process for acquiring various effect determination random numbers such as a variation effect determination random number, a notice effect determination random number, an effect symbol determination random number, and the like ( S4551) is performed. In this embodiment, the process of S4551 is performed at the timing when the change start command is received from the main control unit 80, and a predetermined value (acquisition information) is acquired from each random number. Based on the acquired value (acquired information), the aspect of the effect design game effect (variation effect) to be executed, the mode of the notice effect (including presence / absence of the notice effect), the effect symbol to be stopped and the like are determined.

  Next, in S4552, the received variation start command is analyzed (S4552). The variation start command includes a variation pattern designation command (information for designating the variation pattern) for designating the variation pattern selected in the variation pattern selection process of the first special symbol or the second special symbol. In the variation pattern designation command, variation pattern information (P1 to P22) shown in FIG. 9, game state information designating the current gaming state, determination of first special symbol success determination or second special symbol success determination The result includes symbol information for designating the jackpot type (see FIG. 8). In addition, since there are a variation pattern designation command corresponding to the first special symbol and a variation corresponding to the second special symbol, by analyzing the variation pattern designation command, the effect symbol game effect to be started this time It is possible to determine whether the (variation display of the effect symbol) relates to the first special symbol or the second special symbol. Note that the variation pattern information, the game state information, the symbol information, and the like can be used in processes other than the variation effect start process to be executed thereafter.

  In addition, when the above-described “state change command” is included in the received change start command, information (game state change information) indicating that the gaming state has shifted (changed) to the low base state is included. It becomes. Here, as described above, the state change command changes (changes) the gaming state from the high base state (high accuracy high base state, low accuracy high base state) to the low base state (low accuracy low base state in this example). The main control is performed at the timing when the next variation display following the variation display of the special symbol (for example, the 100th variation display in the short-time gaming state) is started. Is transmitted from the unit 80. Therefore, as a result of the analysis of the change start command by S4502, the special symbol change display that is started this time (the change display of the effect symbol) is in the high base state depending on whether or not the game state change information is included in the change start command. It becomes possible to determine whether or not it corresponds to the first fluctuation display after shifting to the low base state. As a result, if it corresponds to the first variation display after shifting to the low base state, a command for specifying the display of the left-handed instruction image (left-handed instruction image display command) is included in the variation effect start command and the sub output buffer In order to set the left-handed instruction flag (not shown) to ON.

  Next, in S4553, the production control microcomputer 91 refers to the current mode status (S4553). The mode status is for determining an effect mode to be executed. The mode status is any value from “1” to “6”, and each value is assigned to the production modes A to F. Specifically, mode status “1” corresponds to effect mode A (normal mode), mode status “2” corresponds to effect mode B (probability change mode), and mode status “3” corresponds to effect mode C (time reduction). Mode status “4” corresponds to the rendering mode D (specific mode), mode status “5” corresponds to the rendering mode E (probability variation specific mode), and mode status “6” corresponds to the rendering mode F. Corresponding to (Time reduction specific mode). By referring to the current mode status, it is possible to specify the current production mode.

  Here, the effect mode is an aspect of the effect in the image display device 7. If the effect mode is different, some or all of the effect aspects of the game effect such as the notice effect and the reach effect are different. Specifically, the image displayed on the image display device 7 is in the effect mode such that the display mode of the effect symbol 8 (for example, symbol design, number design, etc.) is different or the characters, items, and background images that appear are different. It will be different. Each of these effect modes may have a different background pattern. For example, in the normal mode, the background pattern A, the background pattern B, the background pattern C, and the background pattern D may be provided, and a predetermined background pattern may be displayed according to a lottery or a game period (such as the number of fluctuations). In the specific mode, a background pattern E, a background pattern F, a background pattern G, and a background pattern H are provided, and a predetermined background pattern may be displayed in the same manner.

  In addition, the production symbol game production can be executed in a mode corresponding to the production mode, and when providing a plurality of game productions (notification production, reach production, etc.), different game production can be executed depending on the production mode. It is good. In this embodiment, the production modes A and D are executed when the low-accuracy low base state is controlled, and the production modes B and E are executed when the high-accuracy high-base state is controlled. , F are executed when the low-accuracy base state is controlled. Therefore, when the production mode is any one of A to F, the player confirms the production mode so that the current gaming state is a low probability low base state or a high probability high base state (probability variation gaming state). You can see if there is. In addition, even if the production mode is set to G, and the player confirms the production mode, whether the current gaming state is the low probability base state (short time state) or the high probability base state (probability variation gaming state) It may be set so as to be difficult to grasp. In that sense, the production mode G can be said to be a probability non-notification mode.

  Next, in S4554, it is performed by using the image display device 7, the panel lamp 5, the movable decorative member 14, and the like, and the variation effect pattern (variation effect pattern, effect symbol) controlled mainly by the sub-control unit 90 is performed. A variation effect pattern determination table (not shown) and a notice effect determination table (not shown) for determining (game effect) are set (S4554). Specifically, based on the mode status (current effect mode) referred to in S4553 and the change pattern designation command received from the main control unit 80, the change effect pattern determination table to be used and the notice effect determination table are set. . That is, a plurality of variable effect pattern determination tables and a plurality of notice effect determination tables are provided, and a predetermined variable effect pattern determination table and a notice effect determination table are set based on the gaming state (effect mode) and the like. To do.

  For example, when the variation pattern information designated by the received variation pattern designation command is “P1 (variation pattern P1)” (see FIG. 9), as a variation presentation pattern determination table, the big hit time corresponding to the current presentation mode A variation effect pattern determination table and a notice effect determination table are set. The variation effect pattern determination table is mainly for determining the execution mode of the effect symbol game effect (the variation pattern of the effect symbol etc.), and a plurality of variable effect pattern determination tables (mode status) corresponding to the effect mode (mode status). (Not shown) is stored in the ROM of the sub-control board 90 in advance. In S4554, a table corresponding to the mode status (current effect mode) referred to in S4553 is selected and set from these variation effect pattern determination tables.

  Next, in S4555, based on the random effect determination random number acquired in S4551 and the variable effect pattern determination table set in S4554, a variable effect pattern suitable for the specified variation pattern is selected and set (S4555). . As the variation effect pattern, the variation mode of the effect symbol 8 displayed in the effect symbol display area 7b (execution mode of the effect symbol game effect) is set. As a result, in the effect design game effect, when the reach effect is executed (reach effect effect game effect), when the character effect performed using a specific character (character effect symbol game effect), the reach effect or character In the case where the effect is not executed (non-reach effect symbol game effect) or the like is determined.

  The reach effect is, for example, that the three effect symbols 8L, 8C, and 8R are all the same as the display pattern of the effect symbol 8 when the result of the special symbol success / failure determination indicates that it is a big win In the case where a mode (a big hit mode, a specific mode) is provided, two of the three effect symbols 8L, 8C, and 8R are stopped and displayed (temporary stop display) with a symbol (the same effect symbol) constituting the big hit mode Whether or not the remaining one effect symbol is stopped and displayed with the symbols (three identical effect symbols) that complete the jackpot mode in a state where the remaining one is continuously displayed in a variable manner (scroll display). This refers to the production that shows. At this time, a game effect is executed using a predetermined character in accordance with the variation display of the effect symbol, and whether or not the effect character is stopped and displayed in a big hit mode is determined whether the predetermined character achieves a predetermined purpose. It is also possible to show in the production. Such game effects (reach effects and character effects described later) can also be referred to as story effects (specific game effects) and purpose effects (specific game effects). As a result, it is possible to increase the player's sense of expectation for the big hit and to enhance the gaming interest.

  In S4555, based on the random number for determining the effect symbol acquired in S4551 and the stop symbol determination table (not shown), the effect symbol 8 to be stopped and displayed (also referred to as “stop effect symbol”) is determined and set. The effect symbol 8 that is stopped and displayed as a result of the effect symbol game effect is that the result of the special symbol success / failure determination is out of reach, and if the reach is out of reach, three effect symbols 8L, 8C, and 8R such as “787” are displayed. Of these, one effect symbol is different from the other effect symbols (reach missed symbol). In addition, when there is no reach, as in “635”, [559], etc., at least one of the three effect symbols 8L, 8C, and 8R may have a different pattern from the other effect symbols. All of the three effect symbols 8L, 8C, and 8R may be different from other effect symbols.

  On the other hand, if the result of the special symbol success / failure determination is a big hit, and either the 16R first big hit or the 16R sixth big hit, it is “777”, and the 6R second to fifth big hit and the 16R eleventh big hit In any of the cases, an odd symbol other than “777” or an even symbol such as “666” is selected, and in the case of a big hit corresponding to RUB, an RUB-specific outcome such as “3 ▲ 3” ( Dedicated design). In the case of 2R big hit, the three effect symbols 8L, 8C, and 8R are stopped and displayed in the same manner (separated) as in the case of losing. However, for the 2R big hit, a predetermined chance such as “135” may be stopped and displayed. It should be noted that the stop display mode of the effect design 8 described above is an example, and what can be stopped and displayed as the stop effect design when a big hit is made can be changed as appropriate.

  In the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, reach A, reach B, reach C, super reach (also referred to as “SP reach”) A, as the variation mode of the design symbol 8 (variation production pattern, production design game production), Super reach B, super reach C, character effects, etc. are set, and in S4555, any of these effects is performed based on the variable effect pattern determination table, or these effects are not performed (this is referred to as “ Also called “normal fluctuation”). Then, when the reachable effect game effect is executed, any reach effect is set based on the change pattern designation command and the change effect pattern determination table. Here, when the super reach effect is executed as the effect symbol game effect, it is set to be more likely to be a big hit than when the normal reach effect is executed. That is, it can be said that the super reach production is a game production with a high hit reliability (possibility of being a big hit) compared to the reach (normal reach) production. The reach effect can be set (executed) mainly when a variation pattern designation command for designating a variation pattern (see FIG. 9) having a variation time of 30000 ms or more is received. A fluctuation pattern with a fluctuation time of less than 30000 ms is referred to as normal fluctuation (normal production) in which no reach production, character production, or story production is performed. This normal effect is a game effect that is less likely to be a big hit than a reach effect or the like.

  Also, in S4556, a notice effect (including a pre-effect) to be executed in association with a change effect pattern (effect design game effect) is determined. Moreover, it is also called an effect symbol game effect including the notice effect to be executed. This notice effect (including the pre-effect) is the possibility that the result of the effect symbol game effect being executed will be stopped and displayed in a big hit mode after the start of the effect symbol variation display, It is an effect (pre-notification effect) shown before (stop display) (during display of variation of effect symbol). In S4556, based on the random number for determining the notice effect obtained in S4551 and the notice effect determination table set in S4554, the notice effect suitable for the specified variation pattern and the decided change effect pattern is selected and set. (S4556).

  In the first embodiment, there are a plurality of notice effects with different display modes (execution forms), and a plurality of notice effect determination random numbers are provided as the corresponding notice effect determination random numbers. Specifically, it has a random number for determining the count advance notice, a random number for determining the advance notice of the character, a random number for determining the advance notice of conversation, a random number for determining the advance notice of the step-up, etc. The notice effect to be executed is determined using the table. In addition, a predetermined value is acquired for each of the random numbers for determining the notice effect by the effect determination random number acquisition process (S4551) in the change effect start process (S4402).

  In S4557, based on the variation effect pattern and the notice effect (including pre-effects) set in S4555 and S4556, a change effect start command for starting the effect symbol game effect and the like is output in the RAM of the sub control board 90. (S4557), and the variation production start process is terminated. When the variable effect start command set in S4557 is transmitted to the image control board 100 by the command transmission process (S4006), the image control microcomputer 101 determines the variable effect pattern specified based on the variable effect start command, that is, S4555. Predetermined image data corresponding to the variation effect pattern set in step 1 is read from the ROM of the image control board 100, and the variation effect or the like based on the read image data is executed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7. Moreover, the fluctuation display (flashing display) by two LEDs on the effect display 102 is also executed.

  In S4557, it is determined whether the left-handed instruction flag is ON. If it is ON, the left-handed instruction image display command is included in the variable effect start command and set in the sub output buffer. Here, the left-handed instruction flag indicates that when the variation start command includes gaming state change information as a result of analyzing the above-described variation start command, that is, the gaming state is changed from the high base state (right-handed gaming state). This flag is turned ON when shifting (changing) to the low base state (left-handed gaming state). When the left-handed instruction image display command is transmitted to the image control board 100 by the command transmission process (S4006) together with the variation effect start command, the image control microcomputer 101 converts the image data for variation effect and the image data for notice effect. In addition, the image data for left-handed instruction notification is read from the ROM of the image control board 100, and the variation effect, the notice effect, the left-handed instruction notification, etc. are executed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 by the read image data. To do. Further, with the execution (start) of the left-handed instruction notification, the right-handed instruction image 71 that has been displayed in the high base state is erased from the display screen 7a.

  The left-handed instruction flag turned ON based on the analysis result of the above-described variation start command sets the left-handed instruction image display command (variation start command) in the sub output buffer or the left-handed instruction image display command. Based on the transmission of the (variation start command) to the image control board 100, it is turned OFF. Accordingly, the effect control microcomputer 91 turns off a right-handed display flag, which will be described later.

  Here, the left-handed instruction notification performed on the image display device 7 (display screen 7a) of the present embodiment launches a game ball toward the left game area 3A in the left-handed display area 70c provided on the display screen 7a. This is done by displaying a left-handed instruction image 70 instructing this. The left-handed instruction image 70 includes a left-handed character image 70a representing the characters “please return to left-handed” and three left arrow images 70b positioned above the left-handed character image 70a. In the present embodiment, the left-handed instruction image 70 is displayed in the vicinity of the center of the display screen 7a (left-handed display area) as the gaming state shifts from the high base state to the low base state and the first effect symbol 8 starts to change. 70c). As a result, players who have been making a right turn in the high base state and proceeding with the game (symbol fluctuation game) until now are left-handed (returned to the left-hand side) as the game moves to the low-base state. It has been actively promoted. The left-handed instruction image 70 is displayed on the display screen 7a (left-handed display area 70c) and then deleted when a predetermined time (for example, 5 seconds) elapses (the left-handed instruction notification ends).

[Notification effect setting process]
Next, a notice effect setting process for setting a notice effect such as a prior effect will be described with reference to FIG. In the notice effect setting process (S4556), first, it is determined whether or not the value of the pre-effect counter for controlling the number of executions of the pre-effect is larger than 0 (S4556). If it is determined in S4556 that the value of the pre-production counter is 0 (S4556), the process proceeds to S4609 without setting the execution of the pre-production. On the other hand, if it is determined that the value of the advance effect counter is greater than 0, that is, if the advance effect is to be executed (YES in S4601), it is then determined whether the advance effect flag for a specific period is ON (S4602). If it is determined in S4602 that the pre-stage effect flag for the specific period is ON, that is, the pre-stage effect to be executed or the pre-stage effect that is already being executed is a pre-stage effect for the specific period (YES in S4602), the pre-stage counter A pre-execution execution command for a specific period corresponding to the value of is set (S4603), and the process proceeds to S4605.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in S4602 that the pre-production flag for the specific period is not ON, that is, the pre-production to be executed or the pre-production that is already being executed is a pre-production for the non-specific period (NO in S4602), A normal period prior production execution command corresponding to the value of the production counter is set (S4602), and the process proceeds to S4605. Here, the “preliminary effect execution command corresponding to the value of the prior effect counter” means the number of executions of the prior effect (how many fluctuation displays are executed) and the value of the prior effect counter, that is, what is left It is a command for determining whether or not to perform the preliminary presentation of times and executing the corresponding preliminary presentation. Specifically, in the example of FIG. 52, when the execution of the four pre-effects is confirmed, if the value of the pre-effect counter is 4, it is necessary to execute the remaining four pre-effects. , A command for executing a prior effect of background rank 1 shown in FIG. 52 (b) is set. Further, when the value of the pre-effect counter is 1, the remaining one pre-effect is sufficient, so a command for executing the pre-effect of the background rank 4 shown in FIG. 52 (d) is set.

  In S4605, 1 is subtracted from the value of the prior effect counter (S4605), and then it is determined whether or not the value of the prior effect counter is greater than 0 (S4606). When it is determined in S4606 that the value of the pre-effect counter is greater than 0, that is, there is still a pre-effect (continuous notice effect) to be executed, and the pre-effect is continuously executed in the next variation display (S4606). YES), the process proceeds to S4609. On the other hand, if it is determined in S4606 that the value of the pre-stage counter is 0, that is, the pre-stage effect executed this time is the last (final) (NO in S4606), the specific stage pre-stage flag is turned off ( S4607), the normal period pre-stage flag is turned off (S4608), and the process proceeds to S4609. In S4609, a count notice effect, a cut-in notice effect, a step-up notice effect, a determination of whether or not to execute a pseudo-continuous notice effect, determination of an execution type, and other notice effect setting processing are performed (S4609), Finish the process. Thereby, the pre-production for the specific period or the non-specific period is executed along with the variation display of the production symbol.

[Third effect mode setting process]
Next, the third effect mode setting process (S4408) for setting the effect mode based on the reception of the change stop command will be described with reference to FIG. In the third effect mode setting process, when the effect mode being executed is changed to another effect mode by executing a predetermined number of fluctuation displays, the setting is changed to the other effect mode. Process. In the third effect mode setting process (S4408), it is first determined whether it is time to end the high probability state (S5301). When the gaming state is set to the high probability state after the big hit game is finished, the high probability state is ended when the predetermined number of times (100 times) of the variable display is executed without the big hit in the high probability state. And it becomes a low probability state. Therefore, it is determined whether or not it is time to switch such a probability state (effect mode).

  If it is determined in S5301 that it is time to end the high-probability state, that is, if a change stop command related to the 100th change display has been received (YES in S5301), then it is determined whether the specific period flag is ON. (S5302). If it is determined in S5302 that the specific period flag is ON (YES in S5302), a specific period normal mode setting command is set to set the normal mode for the specific period (for specific mode) (S5303). Finish the process. Thereby, the production mode is changed from the “probability change specific mode” to the “specific mode”. On the other hand, if it is determined in S5302 that the specific period flag is not ON (NO in S5302), a normal period normal mode setting command for setting a normal mode for a non-specific period (for a normal period) is set ( S5304), the process is completed. Thereby, the production mode is changed from the “probability change mode” to the “normal mode”.

  If it is determined in S5301 that it is not time to end the high probability state (high probability high base state) (NO in S5301), then it is determined whether it is time to end the short time state (low probability high base state) (S5305). ). When the gaming state is set to the high base state (short time state) after the big hit game is finished, if the predetermined number of times (100 times) of the fluctuation display is executed without the big hit in the high base state, The base state ends and the low base state is entered. Therefore, it is determined whether or not it is time for such a base state (effect mode) to be switched. If it is determined in S5305 that it is time to end the time reduction state, that is, it has been received a change stop command related to the 100th change display (YES in S5305), then it is determined whether or not the specific period flag is ON ( S5306).

  If it is determined in S5306 that the specific period flag is ON (YES in S5306), a specific period normal mode setting command for setting the normal mode for the specific period (for specific mode) is set (S5307). Finish the process. Thereby, the production mode is changed from the “time reduction specific mode” to the “specific mode”. On the other hand, if it is determined in S5306 that the specific period flag is not ON (NO in S5306), a normal period normal mode setting command for setting the normal mode for the non-specific period (for the normal period) is set ( S5308), and the process ends. Thereby, the production mode is changed from the “time reduction mode” to the “normal mode”.

[Count notice effect]
Next, a count notice effect (also referred to as “count effect”) set in the other notice effect setting process described above will be described with reference to FIGS. 56 and 57. Here, in addition to the RTC circuit (also referred to as “first timer circuit”, “first timer means”, and “first count means”), the sub-control board 90 of the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment is preliminarily provided. A counter circuit (not shown) (also referred to as “second timer circuit”, “second timer means”, or “second count means”) capable of measuring time (counting) by counting at a predetermined period is provided. Unlike the RTC circuit, this counter circuit measures time only when the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned on, and does not measure time when the power is turned off. This count notice effect is performed based on the time information (count value) from the timer circuit.

  In addition, the count notice effect (also referred to as “count notice”) is executed in accordance with the above-described notice effect setting process (S4556) according to the change display of the predetermined effect symbol, and if any, It is determined whether or not to execute the type of production (see FIG. 57). This determination means is referred to as “count advance notice execution determination means”. The count notice execution determination means determines these based on the acquired count notice determination random number and a count notice determination table (not shown). The means for executing the count notice effect such as the CPU of the sub-control unit 90 is referred to as a count notice effect executing means (also referred to as “count effect executing means”).

  Specifically, the execution mode (display mode) of the count notice effect is as shown in FIG. FIG. 56A shows a scene in which the count notice effect is executed during the execution of the variable display of the predetermined effect symbol 8. A count display unit 221 is provided at the upper left of the display screen 7a, and an effect notification unit 223 is provided at the upper right. The count display unit 221 displays a predetermined value (time), and in this example, a time of 3.0 seconds is displayed. Then, the value (count value) displayed on the count display unit 221 starts subtraction display (countdown display) with the start of counting in the count notice effect.

  In this embodiment, since it is executed based on the timing information from the counter circuit described above, the display of “3.0” displayed in FIG. 56A is subtracted (changed) to “0. It takes 3 seconds to reach “0”. In addition, while the value displayed on the count display unit is subtracted, the effect symbol is displayed in a variable manner, and the background symbol and the character symbol are also displayed in a predetermined display manner in the other effect symbol display units. Yes. In addition, the effect notification unit 223 displays a game effect (a notice effect, a reach effect, etc.) that can be executed in the future. In FIG. 56A, “Pseudo-continuous” is displayed as the target effect 224 that can be executed. Here, the “pseudo train” refers to “pseudo train notice effect”. The “pseudo-continuous notice effect” is a game effect in which the change display of the effect symbol is performed a plurality of times in a pseudo manner during the execution of the change display of the special symbol once.

  Specifically, during one special symbol change display (↓↓↓ → 555), the effect symbol starts to change, then stops temporarily, then changes again, and then stops to confirm (↓ ↓↓ → 535 → ↓↓↓ → 555). As a result, even though it is a single fluctuation display, it can be seen that multiple fluctuation displays have been made, or temporary stop and re-variation can be executed multiple times, depending on the number of times the possibility of jackpot execution Can be shown (the higher the number of times, the higher the possibility of execution of a big hit).

  In this count notice effect, when the count value (“3.0” in this example) displayed on the count display unit 221 becomes “0 (specific value)” as a result of starting subtraction display, the effect notification unit The target effect 224 displayed on 223 is executed. On the other hand, when the count notice effect is executed, but the count value of the count display unit 221 is not subtracted to “0” and stops halfway, the effect notifying unit is accompanied with the change display of the effect symbol being executed. The target effect 224 displayed on 223 is not executed.

  FIG. 56 (b) shows a scene where 1.5 seconds have elapsed from the scene shown in FIG. 56 (a) in the same variation display as FIG. 56 (a). The count value displayed on the count display part 221 is subtracted to “1.5” seconds. In addition, the variation display of the effect symbol proceeds (with the progress of the game), and the left effect symbol and the right effect symbol are stopped and displayed in a reach manner. FIG. 56 (c) shows a scene where a predetermined time has elapsed from the scene of FIG. 56 (b). FIG. 56C shows the target effect displayed on the effect notification unit 223 after the count value displayed on the count display unit 221 stops at “0.5” without reaching “0 (specific value)”. A scene where non-execution of 224 (pseudo-ream) is confirmed is shown. In order to notify the player that the non-execution of the pseudo-ream is determined, “x” is displayed on the target effect 224 (pseudo-ream).

  Further, in order to notify that the subtraction effect of the count display part (count notice effect) has been completed (determined), the background of the count display part 221 changes to a different color or pattern. FIG. 56 (d) shows a scene in which a predetermined time has passed from FIG. 56 (c) (the game has progressed) and the effect symbol has been removed and the symbol (343) has been confirmed and stopped. FIGS. 56A to 56C show one execution mode of the failure effect (when the specific value is not displayed) in the count notice effect.

  Next, with reference to FIGS. 56 (e) to (h), an execution mode of a successful effect (when a specific value is displayed) in the count notice effect will be described. FIG. 56 (e) shows a scene in which the count notice effect is started during the variation display of the predetermined effect symbol. FIG. 56 (f) shows that “0 (specific value)” is displayed as a result of the subtraction of the count value displayed on the count display unit 221 after a predetermined time has elapsed from FIG. The scene where execution of the object effect 224 displayed on the part 223 is decided is shown. Further, in order to notify that the subtraction effect of the count display part (count notice effect) has ended and the display of the specific value has been confirmed (successful), the background of the count display part 221 is different from that of the previous display (also with the failure pattern). Changes to colors and patterns. Further, in order to notify the player that the execution of the pseudo-ream is confirmed, the target effect 224 (pseudo-ream) is surrounded by a specific shape (character imitating the sun) and displayed.

  FIG. 56 (g) is the same variation display as FIG. 56 (f), and a predetermined time has elapsed (the game has progressed), and the production symbol is a specific symbol (“3 * 3”) indicating the occurrence of a pseudo-ream. Indicates the scene that was stopped. FIG. 56 (h) shows a scene where the predetermined time has passed and the effect symbol is displayed again and again with the same fluctuation display as FIG. 56 (g). In this manner, when “0 (specific value)” is displayed in the count notice effect, the execution of the target effect (pseudo-continuous) displayed at that time is confirmed, and then the target effect is always executed. As a result, when a game effect with a high jackpot reliability (expectation) is displayed in the target fluctuation, the game interest for the count notice effect is enhanced, and the expectation for the jackpot after the specific value is displayed Can be significantly increased.

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 57, in this embodiment, a plurality of types (notice types 1 to 17) are stored as the count notification effect execution mode. Depending on the above, one count notice effect selected from these is executed. The execution mode shown in FIG. 56 shows the notice type 1 and the notice type 2. As shown in the notice types 1 to 4, when the “pseudo-continuous” is displayed as the target effect, the first pattern (3.0 seconds) with a short display time is used as the count value (initial count value) displayed on the count display unit. And a second pattern (5.0 seconds) longer than the first pattern. Each of these patterns has a success pattern and a failure pattern.

  In the count announcement effect, when the same initial count value is displayed, the case where the specific value is displayed (success pattern) is a big hit than the case where the specific value is not displayed (failure pattern). The possibility is set high. In the case where a specific value is displayed, the larger the initial count value (for example, 5.0), the higher the possibility that it will be a big hit than when the initial count value is small (for example, 3.0). ing. This is the same when other game effects (for example, cut-in, super reach, button effects) are displayed as the target effects.

  Moreover, as shown in the notice type 11, even when the specific value is not displayed in the count notice effect (failure pattern), it may be a big hit. Further, as shown in the notice 17, when the target effect displayed on the effect notification unit 223 is a specific effect (“15R”), there may be a pattern for determining a big hit at that time. When a specific effect (“15R”) is displayed, a success pattern is always displayed in which a specific value is displayed. Although not in the present embodiment, when the specific effect (second specific effect) is displayed on the effect notification unit 223, the big hit is not fixed, but the second specific effect is displayed and the specific value is When displayed, there may be a pattern in which the big hit is fixed. In this case, in the case of a failure pattern in which the specific value is not displayed, it may be determined that the removal has occurred.

[Other aspects of count notice effect]
As other effect modes of the count notice effect described above, the effect modes shown in FIGS. 58 and 59 may be adopted. In the count notice effect described above, when the count notice effect is executed, the target effect 224 (game effect) scheduled to be executed when the specific value (“0”) is displayed on the count display unit 221 is the specific value. Was displayed unconditionally on the effect notification unit 223 (see FIG. 56). Instead, as shown in FIG. 58 (a), in response to the execution of the count notice effect, the effect notification unit 223 is operated in place of the effect effect 224 in place of the effect effect button 63 (first effect button 63a). An instruction effect 225 to be instructed and a question mark indicating that the target effect is unknown are displayed. That is, at this stage, the target effect that can be executed when the success pattern is executed in the count notice effect is not notified to the player.

  In the count notice effect of this aspect, the player operates the predetermined effect button 63 to notify the target effect 224 that is executed when the success pattern is executed. Thereby, the target effect 224 that can be subsequently executed is displayed on the effect notification unit 223 at an arbitrary timing when the player operates the effect button 63. FIG. 58 shows a scene in which the effect button 63 is operated before the count value 222 displayed on the count display unit 221 stops when the count pattern notice effect of the failure pattern is executed (FIGS. 53B and 53C). )) And scenes (FIGS. 53D and 53E) where no operation was performed.

  When the player operates the effect button 63 at an arbitrary timing after the count notice effect shown in FIG. 58 (a) is executed, the display mode shown in FIG. 58 (b) is obtained. In FIG. 58 (b), the “notification” that is the target effect 224 is displayed on the effect notification unit 223 in accordance with the operation of the effect button 63 (input to the input means). It was informed that this “pseudo train” is a game effect that is scheduled to be executed when a specific value is displayed in this count notice effect. However, as shown in FIG. 58 (c), the count value 222 displayed on the count display unit 221 does not reach the specific value (“0.0”), stops at “0.5”, and counts advance notice. The production ends. Accordingly, it is indicated that the “pseudo-continuous” that is the target effect displayed on the effect notification unit 223 is not executed in the present variation display. This also allows the player to confirm that the game effect that can be executed is a “pseudo-ream”, although it was not executed because it was a failure pattern, and it is possible to continue the game clearly.

  On the other hand, when the player does not operate the effect button 63 after the count notice effect shown in FIG. 58 (a) is executed, as shown in FIG. 58 (d), the effect notification unit 223 has an instruction effect 225. While being displayed (the target effect 224 is not displayed), the subtraction display of the count notice effect proceeds. As shown in FIG. 58 (e), the count value 222 displayed on the count display unit 221 stops at “0.5” without reaching the specific value (“0.0”), and the count notice The production ends. Thereby, as shown in FIG. 58 (e), the target notice effect is not notified to the effect notification unit 223 (the question mark is displayed), and the count notice effect of this variable display is ended. This also allows the player to continue the game without unnecessarily raising only the expectation by not seeing the target effect that is not executed anyway because of the failure pattern.

  In this way, depending on the player's preference, whether or not to operate the effect button 63, that is, whether or not to display a game effect that may be subsequently executed (may not be executed) on the effect notification unit 223 is selected. And it becomes possible to play a game. Thereby, it is possible to provide game characteristics according to a variety of players and enhance the gaming interest.

  Next, with reference to FIGS. 59A to 59D, an execution pattern when the effect button 63 is operated and when the operation button 63 is not operated when the success pattern count notice effect is executed will be described. FIG. 59 (a) is a scene in which the count notice effect is executed during the variable display of a predetermined effect symbol. Similarly to FIG. 58 (a), the effect notification unit 223 displays an instruction effect 225 for instructing an operation of the effect button 63 (first effect button 63a) and a question mark indicating that the target effect is unknown.

  When the player operates the effect button 63 at an arbitrary timing after the count notice effect shown in FIG. 59A is executed, the display mode shown in FIG. 59B is obtained. In FIG. 59 (b), the “notification” that is the target effect 224 is displayed on the effect notification unit 223 in accordance with the operation of the effect button 63 (input to the input means). 59 (c) is the same variation display as FIG. 59 (b), the count notice effect is advanced, and the count value 222 displayed on the count display unit 221 reaches a specific value (“0.0”). The scene stopped at “0.0” is shown. By the operation of the effect button, the target effect 224 ("pseudo ream") previously displayed on the effect notification unit 223 is surrounded by a character imitating the sun, indicating that the execution of the target effect 224 has been confirmed. . Thereby, the count notice effect is finished, and then the pseudo-continuous notice effect is executed. In addition, by this, the player expects to execute the notified target effect (pseudo-run) during execution of the count notice effect (during the subtraction display of the count value displayed on the count display unit), and actually performs the specific value. Is displayed, a pseudo-ream is executed, and it is possible to remarkably enhance the gaming interest.

  On the other hand, when the player does not operate the effect button 63 after the count notice effect shown in FIG. 59 (a) is executed, as shown in FIG. 59 (c), the effect notification unit 223 has an instruction effect 225. While being displayed (the target effect 224 is not displayed), the subtraction display of the count notice effect proceeds. Then, as shown in FIG. 59 (d), at the timing when the count value 222 displayed on the count display unit 221 reaches the specific value (“0.0”) (based on the display of the specific value). Even if the production button is not operated, the production effect to be executed is displayed on the production notification unit 223. That is, in this aspect, the target effect is always displayed when the success pattern is executed.

  In addition, since the target effect is notified if it is a failure pattern, the player who wants to confirm only the target effect that is determined to be executed may select not to operate the effect button in the count notice effect. is there. In this way, depending on the player's preference, whether or not to operate the effect button 63, that is, whether or not to display a game effect that may be subsequently executed (may not be executed) on the effect notification unit 223 is selected. And it becomes possible to play a game. Thereby, it is possible to provide game characteristics according to a variety of players and enhance the gaming interest.

  In addition, instead of such a mode, when the player does not operate the effect button, the count notice effect may be ended without notifying the target effect determined to be executed. It is difficult for the player to grasp which of the game effects to be executed thereafter is the target effect. However, a player who wants to play a game without grasping everything expects a possibility that a game performance with a higher expectation of jackpot will be executed later, and raises the sense of expectation for the jackpot. It becomes possible to raise.

[Right-handed instruction image display processing]
Next, the right-handed instruction image display process (S4600) executed as a subroutine of the big hit game related process in the received command analysis process will be described. As shown in FIG. 62, in the right-handed instruction image display process (S4600), it is first determined whether or not the right-handed display flag is OFF (S4651). Here, the right-handed display flag is a flag for indicating (determining) whether or not the right-handed instruction image 71 is being displayed on the display screen 7a (right-handed display area 71c) of the image display device 7. When it is OFF, it indicates that it is not displayed. When it is ON, it indicates that it is being displayed. If it is determined in S4601 that the right-handed display flag is not OFF (NO in S4651), that is, if the right-handed display flag is ON, the right-handed instruction image 71 is being displayed. This processing is finished without performing.

  On the other hand, when it is determined in S4651 that the right-handed display flag is OFF (YES in S4651), it is determined whether or not the big hit game related command received in S4410 is a 1R start command (S4652). Since the jackpot game-related processing (S4411) is executed when the jackpot game-related command is received (YES in S4410) as described above, in S4652, the jackpot game-related command that triggered the execution of the processing of S4411 is It is determined whether it is a 1R start command. As a result, if the command is not a 1R start command (NO in S4652), the process ends without performing the processes after S4653.

  On the other hand, if it is determined in S4652 that it is a 1R start command (YES in S4652), a right-handed instruction image display start command is set in the sub output buffer (S4653), a right-handed display flag is turned ON (S4654), This process is finished. The right-handed instruction image display start command set in S4653 is transmitted to the image control board 100 by the command transmission process (S4006) together with the 1R start effect command set in the sub output buffer in the process of S4411 based on the reception of the 1R start command. Is done. Thereby, on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7, as shown in FIG. 63 (a), the round effect display is performed on almost the entire screen, and the current round number is displayed in the round number display area 72a provided at the upper left of the screen. Is displayed, and a right-handed instruction image 71 is displayed in a right-handed display area 71c provided at the upper right of the screen. Here, as shown in FIGS. 63A and 63B, the right-handed instruction image 71 of the present embodiment includes a right-handed character image 71a representing a “right-handed” character and a lower part of the right-handed character image 71a. And one right arrow image 71b located in the position. The right-handed instruction image 71 has a smaller display size than the moving image display of the first hitting right-handed instruction notification and the left-handed instruction image 70 described above.

  In addition, the right-handed instruction image 71 of the present embodiment is displayed on the right after the first round of the big hit game is started by the processes of S4652 and S4653 described above, and then turned right by the process of S4654. The display is continued until the display flag is turned off. As described above, the right-handed display flag indicates the number of times that the high base state is terminated while the special symbol is displayed in the high base state. 100 times of change display) is performed, and the game state is turned OFF at the timing when the low special state (low probability low base state) is entered and the first special symbol change display is started. Therefore, the display of the right-handed instruction image 71 (right-handed instruction notification by the image display device 7) in this embodiment is a special number of times when the high base state is a predetermined number of times after the start of the first round of the big hit game related to the first hit. The process is performed in the right-handed display area 71c on the display screen 7a until the display is completed based on the execution of the symbol variation display. In this embodiment, the game state after the big hit game is a probabilistic gaming state if the big hit is a probable big hit, and a short-time gaming state if the big hit is a non-probable big hit (normal big hit). Will always be in a high base state. Therefore, after the first hit, until the high base state ends without generating a big hit in the high base state, the display of the right-handed instruction image 71 (right-handed instruction notification by the image display device 7) is the right-handed display area 71c. Continuously.

  Specifically, when display of the right-handed instruction image 71 is started in the right-handed display area 71c with the start of the first round of the big hit game related to the first hit (see FIG. 63 (a)), The display of the right-handed instruction image 71 is continued even in the high base state (high-accuracy high-base state or low-accuracy high-base state) after the big hit game (see FIG. 63B). Thereafter, for example, when a big hit is made in a high base state (that is, “Ran Chang”), the display of the right-handed instruction image 71 continued from the first round relating to the first hit is a fanfare effect of the big hit game relating to the consecutive hit. The round effect and the ending effect are continued while being executed on the image display device 7 (display screen 7a), and are also continued in the subsequent high base state (high accuracy high base state or low accuracy high base state). In addition, when a high base state end condition is satisfied without generating a big hit in the high base state, for example, the high base state is a short-time gaming state (low-accuracy high base state), When the symbol variation display is performed 100 times, the display of the right-handed instruction image 71 ends (the right-handed instruction image 71 is deleted) with the start of the next variation display, and at the left-handed display area 70c. The left-handed instruction image 70 is displayed (left-handed instruction notification by the image display device 7) (see FIG. 63C).

[Effects of Example 1]
In the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment described above, a right-handed gaming state (predetermined) in which a game ball is launched (right-handed) toward the right game region 3B (predetermined region) in the game region 3 to play a game. As the gaming state, at least a special gaming state (first predetermined gaming state) and a high base state (second predetermined gaming state) are provided. Further, a right-handed instruction notification (predetermined instruction notification) for instructing to fire a game ball toward the right game area 3B includes a special game state (big hit game) and a high base state (probability game state, short-time game state). Thus, it can be executed in the same manner. As a result, for the player, although the gaming state is different between the special gaming state and the high base state, the right-handed instruction notification is executed in the same manner, so in either gaming state of the special gaming state or the high base state Even if it exists, it becomes easy to recognize the right-handed instruction notification.

  In particular, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 of this embodiment, the right-handed instruction image 71 is displayed in the right-handed display area 71c of the image display device 7 (display screen 7a) with the start of the first round of the big hit game, and the right-handed The instruction notification is started (executed). The right-handed instruction notification (display of the right-handed instruction image 71 in the right-handed display area 71c) is continuously executed until the big hit game is finished (in this example, the ending effect is finished). After the game, the game state is continuously executed even after the game state shifts to a high base state (a high accuracy high base state or a low accuracy high base state). That is, the right-handed instruction notification in the form (predetermined form) in which the right-handed instruction image 71 is displayed in the right-handed display area 71c is continuously executed from the start of the big hit game (the first round) to the high base state. It has become. Thus, for the player, even if the gaming state shifts from the special gaming state to the high base state, the right-handed instruction notification is executed in the same manner before and after the transition. It becomes easy to recognize. In particular, since the same right-handed instruction image 71 is displayed at the same display position (right-handed display area 71c) in the special game state and the high base state, the ease of recognizing the right-handed instruction notification is more remarkable. It will be a thing.

  Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment, a big hit (continuous change) is made in the high base state, and the right-handed instruction notification that has been made during the high base state when the big hit game related to the big hit (continuous change) is executed. (Display of the right-handed instruction image 71 in the right-handed display area 71c) is continuously executed even in the big hit game related to the continuous game. That is, the right-handed instruction notification in a form (predetermined form) in which the right-handed instruction image 71 is displayed in the right-handed display area 71c is continuously executed from the high base state to the big hit game. Thus, for the player, even if the gaming state shifts from the high base state to the special gaming state, the right-handed instruction notification is executed in the same manner before and after the transition. It becomes easy to recognize. In particular, since the same right-handed instruction image 71 is displayed at the same display position (right-handed display area 71c) in the high base state and the special game state, the ease of recognizing the right-handed instruction notification is more remarkable. It will be a thing.

  In addition, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment, as the opening effect when the big hit (first hit) in the low probability low base state, the first hit opening effect including the right hitting instruction notification for the first hit is performed. It has become. The right hitting instruction notification for the first hit is to display a moving image depicting a game ball entering the big winning opening 30 located at the lower part of the right game area 3B at the approximate center of the display screen 7a. This is a more conspicuous aspect than the right-handed instruction notification in which the right-handed instruction image 71 is displayed in the right-handed display area 71c. For this reason, it is possible to actively encourage a player who has made a left turn in a low base state to advance a right turn at the start of the big hit game.

  On the other hand, in the opening effect (continuous channel opening effect) in the case of a big hit in the high base state (continuous channel opening effect), the right hit instruction notification for the first hit like the initial hit opening effect (right hitting at the center of the screen) The right-handed instruction notification (display of the right-handed instruction image 71 in the right-handed display area 71c) that has been performed during the high base state is performed without performing the prompting moving image display). Thereby, it is possible to avoid the player from feeling annoyed by avoiding the repeated right-handed instruction notification being repeated many times by repeating the chain. In particular, the right-handed instruction notification during the high base state is continuously executed in the same mode (the same image and the same display position) from the special game state (at the time of the big hit game) before shifting to the high base state. So, for the player, it can be said that the player is fully aware that he will make a right turn at the time when the chain is generated. For this reason, it is effective in consideration of the player's psychology to perform the right-handed instruction notification in the high base state as it is without performing the right-handed instruction notification similar to the first hit opening effect in the continuous opening effect. It can be said that this is a simple instruction notification.

  Further, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment, with the start of the big hit game related to the first hit, from the start of the first round, the subsequent high base state is based on the execution of the variable symbol display of a predetermined number of times. The right-handed instruction image 71 is continuously displayed in the right-handed display area 71c until the end. In other words, consistently from the start of the first round of the big hit game related to the first hit to the end of the consecutive period, the right-handed instruction image is compared with the screen size toward the corner of the display screen 7a (upper right in this example). It is displayed in a small size, and right-handed instruction notification is performed in a mode that does not stand out too much. This is a gaming state in which the player is right-handed while avoiding hindrance to the jackpot gaming effect executed on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7 and the effect symbol game effect during the high base state. It is possible to fully recognize (impress).

  In the first embodiment, the specific period effect using the RTC (first timer circuit) and the counter notice effect using the second timer circuit have been described. In each of these game effects (specific period effect, counter notice effect), the count value is displayed based on the timing information from the timer circuit, and the execution period of the game effect is displayed. For example, the remaining time display effect in the remaining time display part of the specific period effect and the subtracted display effect in the count display part of the count notice effect are applicable. These game effects (specific period effects and counter notice effects) are highly interesting game effects that are executed only when specific conditions are met. The longer the execution period, the higher the game entertainment effect In the count notice effect, the longer the execution period, the higher the probability of hitting a successful pattern.

  That is, for the player, the longer the execution period of these game effects (specific period effects, counter notice effects) (the longer the remaining time in the remaining time display portion of the specific period effects, or the count display of the count notice effects) The larger the count value displayed in the section), the higher the expectation for the big hit, and the longer the game entertainment can be maintained. Therefore, if the remaining time of the specific period effect is short or the initial count value of the count notice effect is small, there is a possibility that the game entertainment will be lowered or the expectation for the big hit may not be sufficiently increased. is there.

  Therefore, in the specific period effect and the counter notice effect in the second embodiment, the count value in progress (during subtraction display) is stopped, and further, the count restart effect can be executed to resume the progress thereafter. . Thereby, even if the remaining time of the specific period effect is short, the player expects the occurrence of the count stop effect (and the count restart effect) in which the decrease display of the remaining time is stopped, and maintains the game interest. It becomes possible. In addition, even when the initial count value of the count notice effect is small, the player generates a count stop effect that stops the count value during subtraction display and a count restart effect that resumes the subtraction display of the count value thereafter. It is possible to expect and maintain amusement interests.

[Specific period production in Example 2]
Specifically, the execution mode of the specific period effect according to the second embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. In FIG. 60A, the effect mode is set to the specific mode, and the effect for a specific period is executed on the display screen 7a. And the remaining time display part 208 shows the scene where the time display which suggests that specific mode (specific period effect) will be complete | finished in the remaining 16 seconds is made. 60B is the same variation display as FIG. 60A, and the remaining time display unit 208 of the specific mode in progress is surrounded by a double frame (set to a predetermined stop mode), and a subtraction display (count display) ) Shows a scene that is stopped (temporarily stopped) at the time of “0:15” (15 seconds remaining).

  60 (c) to 60 (e), while the remaining time display of the remaining time display section is stopped at “0:15” (15 seconds remaining), the change display of the effect symbol and the display screen 7a (effect symbol). The character effect (background pattern) displayed on the display unit continues (without stopping) and indicates a scene to be executed (count stop effect). FIG. 60E shows a variation display of the next effect symbol of FIG. 60D, and a plurality of effect symbols (special symbols) while the remaining time display of the remaining time display unit is stopped. It is shown that the fluctuation display of can be executed. FIG. 60F shows a scene in which the remaining time display of the remaining time display unit restarts counting (subtraction display) after executing the variable display multiple times from the scene of FIG. Production).

  Thus, even if the remaining time of the specific mode (specific period effect) decreases due to the display time of the remaining time display unit, the count stop effect occurs, and during that time, a plurality of effect symbols It is possible to execute the variable display, and it is possible to execute a game effect for a specific period with high taste. Thereby, even if the display time of the remaining time display part becomes short, it becomes possible to maintain the game interest for the specific mode (specific period effect) for a long period of time.

[Counting notice effect of Example 2]
Next, the count notice effect of the second embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 61 (a) shows a scene in which a count notice effect is generated during a variable display of a predetermined effect symbol, and the count value of the count display unit 221 is subtracted and displayed until “3.0” seconds. In the effect notification unit 223, “cut-in” is displayed as the target effect 224, and the specific value (“0.0”) is displayed on the count display unit 221, and then “cut-in notice effect” is displayed. Is determined to be executed. FIG. 61 (b) is the same variable display as FIG. 61 (a), and the count display portion 221 of the ongoing count notice effect is surrounded by a double frame (a predetermined stop mode), and a subtraction display (count display). ) Indicates a scene stopped (temporarily stopped) at the time of “1.5” (1.5 seconds remaining).

  Also, FIGS. 61B to 61C are the same fluctuation display as FIG. 61A, and the remaining time display on the count display section is stopped at “0.5” (0.5 seconds remaining). The variable display of the symbols and the character effect (background design, battle effect) displayed on the display screen 7a (the effect symbol display part) are continued (without stopping) and indicate the scene to be executed (count stop effect) . 61 (d) shows the same variation display as FIG. 61 (a), the subtraction display (count effect) of the count display unit 221 resumes, and a specific value (“0.0”) is displayed on the count display unit 221. The displayed scene is shown. FIG. 61D shows that the execution of the target effect (cut-in notice effect) displayed on the effect notification unit 223 is confirmed.

  61 (e) to 61 (g) show the same variation display as FIG. 61 (a), and a snowman character whose execution has been confirmed by the count notice effect after a predetermined time has elapsed from the scene of FIG. 61 (d) is displayed. A cut-in notice effect suddenly displayed on the screen is executed (see FIG. 61 (e)). Then, after a lapse of a predetermined time from FIG. 61 (e), in the battle effect, the effect that the teammate character defeats the enemy character (the effect of winning the battle) is executed (see FIG. 61 (f)), and the effect symbol is the winning symbol ( “333”) displays a fixed stop and a big hit.

  In the count notice effect of the second embodiment, when the initial count value and the target effect are the same and both are success patterns (both are failure patterns), the subtraction display on the count display unit is stopped (pauses). It is assumed that the possibility of a big hit is higher when a count restart effect that resumes counting after an effect and a count stop effect is generated than when a count stop effect and a count restart effect are not performed. Further, even during the stop period in which the subtraction effect of the count value is temporarily stopped, the possibility of executing the big hit may be increased as the execution period of the count effect is longer, including the execution period of the count effect.

  In addition, when the count is stopped until the count value reaches the specific value by starting the subtraction display from the initial count value, the count notice effect is ended without displaying the specific value while the stop is performed, A case where the count is restarted after the stop and a specific value is displayed. Thereby, the player expects to start counting again even if the count value subtraction display displayed on the count display unit reaches the specific value, and keeps the game interest. Is possible. In addition, even if the initial count value has a small count notice effect, the count stop effect and the count restart effect are executed during the count value subtraction display. Can be maintained.

  Next, a pachinko gaming machine 1 according to a third embodiment of the present invention will be described. In the present embodiment (embodiment 3), a configuration in which the display mode of the right-handed instruction image 71 can be changed during the high base state is added to the above-described embodiment 1. In the following, differences (configuration, operational effects, etc.) from the first embodiment will be mainly described, and descriptions of points (configurations, operational effects, etc.) common to the first embodiment will be omitted.

  In this embodiment, the effect control microcomputer 91 of the sub-control board 90 executes the right-handed instruction image change process (S4700) shown in FIG. This right-handed instruction image change process (S4700) is a process of starting a change effect when it is determined in S4404 of the received command analysis process (S4302) shown in FIG. 45 that a change start command has been received (YES in S4404). This process is executed in addition to (S4406).

  As shown in FIG. 64, in the right-handed instruction image change process (S4700) of this embodiment, first, it is determined whether or not the right-handed display flag is ON (S4701), and is not ON (is OFF). (NO in S4701), the process ends without performing the processes after S4702. This is because when the right-handed display flag is OFF, the right-handed instruction image 71 is not displayed, which is a low base state (a low probability low base state). On the other hand, if the right-handed display flag is ON (YES in S4701), it is determined whether or not the value of the fluctuation counter (count value) is a predetermined value (M) (S4702).

  Here, the fluctuation counter is a counter (fluctuation number counting means) that counts the number of times of fluctuation display (number of fluctuations) of the special symbol executed in the high base state after the big hit game on the sub-control side. Then, every time a fluctuation stop command is received from the main control board 80, the fluctuation counter is incremented by one. The count value obtained by the variation counter is reset (initialized) when the next big hit occurs or when the high base state ends (shifts to the low base state) without a big hit. The variation counter is provided in a predetermined area of the RAM of the sub control board 90.

  In addition, the predetermined value (M) that is the determination value of the variation counter is a value corresponding to the number of variations less than the number of variations of the special symbol that is the end condition of the high base state. It is possible to set the value of the number of times less than 100 as the end condition as the predetermined value (M). In this embodiment, the predetermined value (M) is “50” (M = 50). Note that the predetermined value (M) can be arbitrarily set, and may be a fixed value determined in advance or, for example, a fluctuation value that is set randomly every time a big hit occurs.

  If it is determined in S4702 that the value of the variation counter is not a predetermined value (“50” in this example) (NO in S4702), this process ends without performing the processes after S4703. On the other hand, if it is determined that the value of the variation counter is a predetermined value (“50” in this example) (YES in S4702), a right-handed character image deletion command is set in the sub output buffer (S4703), and the right-handed display is changed. The flag is turned ON (S4704), and this process is finished.

  The right-handed character image erasure command set in S4703 is transmitted to the image control board 100 by the command transmission process (S4006) together with the variable effect start command set in the sub output buffer in the variable effect start process based on the reception of the change start command. Is done. As a result, the right-handed character image 71a in the right-handed instruction image 71 (see FIG. 63B) displayed in the right-handed display area 71c of the image display device 7 (display screen 7a) is deleted, and the right arrow image is displayed. Only 71b is displayed. Therefore, in this embodiment, when the game state is in the high base state and the special symbol variation display is performed 50 times, the right-handed character image 71a is erased with the start of the next (51st) variation display. Thereafter, only the right arrow image 71b is displayed as the right-handed instruction image 71 in the right-handed display area 71c. That is, when the special symbol variation display is performed 50 times without generating a big hit (continuous change) in the high base state, the right-handed instruction notification mode is “right-handed character image and right-arrow image”. Change from “combination of” to “right arrow image only”.

  The right-handed display change flag that is turned ON in S4704 is a flag that indicates that the right-handed character image 71a has been deleted in the high base state (the right-handed instruction notification mode has changed). By referring to the right-handed display change flag when performing various effects, the reference result (whether or not the right-handed character image 71a is displayed) can be reflected in the effects. For example, after erasing the right-handed character image 71a, a notice effect image related to the change notice or the pre-reading notice is displayed in the area where the right-handed character image 71a is displayed, or a special design (effect design 8 ), The number of variations of the effect display can be increased. It should be noted that the right-handed display change flag turned ON in S4704 is turned OFF when the high base state ends without generating a big hit (continuous change) thereafter.

[Effects of Example 3]
According to the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment (embodiment 3) described above, the right-handed display area 71c of the image display device 7 (display screen 7a) is started from the start of the first round of the big hit game related to the first hit. The display mode of the right-handed instruction image 71 that is displayed and subsequently displayed even in the high base state (right-handed instruction notification mode) can be changed at a predetermined time during the high base state. Specifically, the right-handed character image 71a constituting the right-handed instruction image 71 is erased and only the right-arrow image 71b is right-handed based on the fact that the number of fluctuations of the special symbol in the high base state becomes a predetermined number. It is displayed in the display area 71c. As a result, the right-handed instruction notification mode can be changed according to the number of changes in the special symbol (effect symbol) in the high base state after the transition from the special gaming state to the high base state. It is possible to make the person pay attention to the right-handed instruction notification.

  In particular, in the present embodiment, the right-handed instruction notification during the high base state displays a right-handed instruction image 71 smaller than the screen size at the corner of the display screen 7a (upper right of the screen in this example). It has become. By configuring such a display mode of the right-handed instruction image 71 (right-handed instruction notification mode) so as to be changeable, it is possible to add an interest such as recognizing a slight change on the display screen during the high base state. It becomes possible.

  It should be noted that the change (change) of the right-handed instruction notification mode is not limited to the erasing of the right-handed character image 71a shown in the present embodiment. For example, erasure of the right arrow image 71b, change in display size (enlargement or reduction) of one or both of the right-handed character image 71a and the right arrow image 71b, change in color, change in pattern, change in display position (display location) As long as it causes a visual change in the display mode of the right-handed instruction image 71 (that is, the right-handed instruction notification mode), such as a change in the typeface of the right-handed character image 71a and a change in the shape of the right arrow image 71b Good. In this case, for example, image data of a plurality of types of right-handed instruction images (right-handed character image, right-handed arrow image) having different sizes, colors, shapes, and the like are stored in advance in the ROM of the image control board 100, from among them. It is possible to adopt a configuration in which image data to be displayed is read out and right-handed instruction notification based on the read-out image data is executed in the right-handed display area 71c.

  In addition, regarding the timing for changing the display mode (right-handed command notification mode) of the right-handed instruction image 71 in the high base state (time to be changed), it is limited to the configuration determined by the number of changes in the special symbol shown in the present embodiment. Is not to be done. For example, the change time may be determined based on various conditions, such as determining the change time based on the elapsed time since the transition to the high base state, or determining the change time based on the number of performance executions such as a specific reach effect or a notice effect. It is possible to determine.

  Next, a pachinko gaming machine 1 according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention will be described. In this embodiment (embodiment 4), a configuration in which the display mode of the right-handed instruction image 71 can be changed during the big hit game is added to the embodiment described above. Below, it demonstrates centering on a different point (a structure, an effect, etc.) from Example 1, 2, and description about the point (a structure, an effect, etc.) common to Example 1, 2 is abbreviate | omitted.

  In this embodiment, the effect control microcomputer 91 of the sub-control board 90 executes the right-handed instruction image change process (S4800) shown in FIG. This right-handed instruction image change process (S4800) is a process executed as a subroutine of the big hit game related process (S4411) in the received command analysis process (S4302) shown in FIG.

  As shown in FIG. 65, in the right-handed instruction image change process (S4800) of this embodiment, first, it is determined whether or not the right-handed display change flag is ON (S4801), and is not ON (is OFF). In this case (NO in S4801), this process ends without performing the processes after S4802. In this embodiment, as described in the third embodiment, when the right-handed instruction notification mode (display mode of the right-handed instruction image 71) is changed during the high base state, the right-handed instruction after the change is changed. The notification mode can be changed again at a predetermined time during the big hit game related to the big hit (continuous change) in the same high base state. Therefore, in S4801, the right-handed display change flag that can be turned on in S4704 is referred to. If the right-handed display change flag is not ON (OFF), a right-handed instruction notification mode (right-handed instruction) Since the display mode of the image 71 is not changed during the high base state, the present process is terminated without performing the processes after S4802.

  On the other hand, when the right-handed display change flag is ON (YES in S4801), it is determined whether or not the big hit game-related command received in S4405 is a 2R start command (S4802). (NO in S4802), this processing is finished without performing the processing after S4803. On the other hand, if it is a 2R start command (YES in S4802), the right-handed character image display command is set in the sub output buffer (S4803), the right-handed display change flag is turned OFF (S4804), and this processing is performed. Finish.

  The right-handed character image display command set in S4803 is displayed by the command transmission process (S4006) together with the 2R start effect command set in the sub output buffer in the process of S4411 (see FIG. 45) based on the reception of the 2R start command. It is transmitted to the control board 100. Thereby, on the display screen 7a of the image display device 7, a round effect display of the second round is performed, and a right-handed character image 71a is added above the right-arrow image 71b being displayed in the right-handed display area 71c. Is displayed. Therefore, in this embodiment, the special symbol is displayed in a predetermined number of times (for example, 50 times) in the high base state, and after this, the right-handed character image 71a is erased, and then the big hit in the high base state. In the case of (continuous), the right-handed character image 71a is displayed again in the right-handed display area 71c with the start of the second round of the big hit game. That is, the right-handed instruction notification mode of “only right arrow image” changes (returns) to the original “combination of right-handed character image and right arrow image”.

[Effects of Example 4]
According to the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the present embodiment described above (embodiment 4), the mode of the right handed instruction notification that only the right arrow image 71a is obtained by erasing the right handed character image 71a in the high base state, It can change at a predetermined time during the special game state following the high base state. Specifically, in the high base state, after the right-handed character image 71a is deleted, only the right arrow image 71b is displayed in the right-handed display area 71c, and then the big hit (continuous change) in the high base state. In this case, with the start of the second round of the jackpot game related to this, the right-handed character image 71a previously erased is the original of the right-handed display area 71c displaying only the right arrow image 71b. It is displayed at the position. As a result, the right-handed instruction notification mode can change (can be returned) in accordance with the progress of the round game in the special game state after the transition from the high base state to the special game state. It is possible to make the person pay attention to the right-handed instruction notification.

  In particular, in this embodiment, after erasing the right-handed character image 71a included in the right-handed instruction image 71 displayed smaller in the corner of the display screen 7a (upper right in the present example) during the high base state, The right-handed character image 71a can be displayed at the original position during the special game state. This makes it possible to add an interest such as recognizing a further change (return in this example) of the right-handed instruction notification mode once changed during the high base state.

  Note that the change (change) of the right-handed instruction notification mode in the special gaming state following the high base state is not limited to the display of the right-handed character image 71a again shown in the present embodiment. For example, the display size change (enlargement or reduction), the color change, the display position (display location) change, the design change, etc. of the right arrow image 71b continuously displayed after erasing the right-handed character image 71a. It may be. In addition, regardless of the change in the right-handed instruction notification mode in the previous high base state, the right-handed instruction notification mode continuously executed from the high base state is changed to a predetermined time in the special gaming state. It may be configured to (change).

  Furthermore, the timing for changing the mode of the right-handed instruction notification in the special game state (time to change) is limited to the start timing (2R start command reception opportunity) of the second round of the jackpot game shown in this embodiment. It is not a thing. For example, the start timing of a predetermined round after the first round or the third round, the execution timing of a round game, the end timing of a predetermined round (round reception command reception timing), the start timing of an opening performance (opening command reception timing), an opening performance From the start to the end of the special gaming state, such as the opening timing of the opening effect (when the 1R start command is received), the start timing of the ending effect (when the ending command is received), the end timing of the ending effect, It is possible to set any time as a change time. It is also possible to determine the change time based on the elapsed time since the transition to the special game state.

  As mentioned above, although an Example and other aspects were described as an embodiment of the present invention, the present invention is not limited to these, and unless it deviates from the range described in each claim, The present invention is not limited, and it is possible to appropriately add an improvement based on the knowledge that a person skilled in the art normally has, and that the person skilled in the art can easily replace it.

[Other aspects]
In the above-described first embodiment, in the specific mode set based on the RTC timing information and the non-specific mode, the pre-production started in the specific mode is continued even after shifting to the non-specific mode under specific conditions. Executable. Not only in such a mode, but also in the case of shifting from the probability change mode to the normal mode, in the case of shifting from the time-saving mode to the normal mode, or simply from the first game mode to the second game in which the production mode is different (the game state does not change). Even when the mode is shifted, the game effects (preliminary effects, notice effects, etc.) for the mode started in the mode before the shift (game mode) may be continuously executed after the mode shift. Of course, even when transitioning from an unfavorable game mode to an advantageous game mode, the game effects (prior effects, notice effects, etc.) for the mode started in the mode before the transition (game mode) continue even after the mode transition. May be executed.

  In the above-described second embodiment, an effect of temporarily stopping the remaining time display during the subtraction display and then restarting it is employed as an effect mode in which the execution time of the specific mode (specific period effect) and the count notice effect is increased. In addition to or in addition to such a mode, the same effect can be obtained by an effect mode in which the remaining time is increased at a predetermined timing or the predetermined time remaining time is not changed to the initial value (subtraction is not started). Play. In addition, there is provided a pause period measuring means for measuring the pause period, a pause period display section for displaying the pause period, a total effect time display section for displaying a value obtained by adding the pause period and the subtraction period, etc. May be.

  For example, in the above-described embodiment, the right-handed instruction image 71 is composed of the right-handed character image 71a representing the “right-handed” character and the one right arrow image 71b positioned above it. The mode of the hit instruction image 71 is not limited to this, and can be configured only with a right-handed character image or only with a right arrow image. In this case, the change (change) of the display mode in the above-described second and third embodiments is not the erasure of the partial image constituting the right-handed instruction notification, but the mode of the currently displayed image (size, color, shape, display) (Position etc.) may be changed (changed). In the above-described embodiment, the display position of the right-handed instruction image 71 is the upper right (right-handed display area 71c) of the display screen 7a. However, the display position of the right-handed instruction image 71 is not limited to this. The predetermined position on the display screen 7a can be set. However, in order to avoid hindering the effect symbol game effect and the big hit game effect (round effect or the like), it is desirable to display on the display screen 7a near the outer periphery (screen peripheral side). Further, when a plurality of display devices such as a liquid crystal display device are provided, the right-handed instruction image may be displayed on a display device different from the display device on which the effect symbol game effect or the jackpot game effect is performed.

  In the above-described embodiment, the left-handed instruction image 70 is composed of a left-handed character image 70a representing the characters “please return to left-handed” and three left arrow images 70b positioned above the left-handed character image 70a. However, the aspect of the left-handed instruction image 70 is not limited to this, and various forms can be adopted in the same manner as the right-handed instruction image 71 described above. Note that the left-handed instruction image 70 is displayed (left-handed instruction notification) when the high base state (right-handed gaming state) ends and the state shifts to the low base state (left-handed gaming state). Changing (returning) from “right-handed” to “left-handed” needs to be positively shown to the player in an easy-to-understand manner. It is desirable that the display size is increased or the display position is closer to the center of the screen, for example, in such a manner that the player can easily recognize (a conspicuous mode).

  In the above-described embodiment, the right-handed instruction image 71 is displayed in the right-handed display area 71c from the start of the first round of the big hit game related to the first hit to the end of the high base state thereafter (for the execution of the big hit game). (Excluding the end of the event), and even when a jackpot game related to the continuous change is performed during that period, including during the execution of the fanfare, round, and ending effects It was supposed to be executed. On the other hand, the display of the right-handed instruction image 71 that continues from the first round of the big hit game related to the first win, the time when the fanfare effect and the ending effect in the big hit game related to the consecutive games are performed, that is, the game state Is interrupted (temporarily erased) at the time of transition to the special game state or the time of transition to the high base state after the special game, and when the fanfare effect and the ending effect are completed, the right-handed instruction image 71 is displayed at the same display position. It may be resumed at. Even if the display of the right-handed instruction image 71 is temporarily interrupted in this way, the possibility that the right-handed instruction notification during the continuous Chang period will be difficult for the player to recognize is extremely low (no possibility). It is possible to achieve the same effect as the above-described embodiment.

  In addition, the pre-production (continuous pre-production) can be executed using a plurality of continuous fluctuation displays, and may be executed only in one fluctuation display (target fluctuation). These are referred to as advance production (continuous advance production). In addition, it is assumed that a prior effect in the case of being executed only in one variation display (target variation) is included in the continuous prior effect. Further, the sub-control unit that executes this “preliminary effect” is also referred to as “preliminary effect execution means”.

  In the above-described embodiments, etc., the number of rounds of the jackpot game has two types of “2R” and “15R”. However, the number of rounds is not limited to this, and the number of rounds is 3 It may be more than one type, or only one type. Furthermore, the opening pattern of the first grand prize opening 30 and the second big prize opening 35 (V attacker) is not limited to the above-described embodiment. For example, the opening time and the number of times of opening per round are various. It is possible to adopt the embodiment.

  Further, in the above-described embodiments, the possibility of passing the V becomes higher (becomes easier) and lower (substantially) depending on the length of the opening time of the second big prize opening 35 (V attacker) in the V round. If it becomes impossible). That is, when the opening time of the second big prize opening 35 in the V round is relatively long, it becomes easy to enter the game ball into the second big prize opening 35, and the second big prize opening 35 It is assumed that at least one of the game balls that have entered the ball passes through the specific area 39 almost certainly, and when the opening time of the second big prize opening 35 in the V round is relatively short, the second big prize It is difficult (substantially impossible) to enter the game ball into the mouth 35, so that the game ball does not pass through the specific area 39. Instead, a movable piece that opens and closes a specific area is provided, and the movable piece is operated based on the number of balls entered into the second big prize opening 35 in the V round (count value by the number of entered balls counting means). Depending on the operation mode, the possibility of passing V may be different.

  For example, in the case where the movable piece is operated based on a first predetermined number (for example, first) of balls in the second grand prize winning opening 35 in the V round, the operation mode of the movable piece may be V-passable. When the movable piece is operated based on the second predetermined number (for example, any one of the second to the prescribed number) of balls, the movement piece is moved to a lower (substantially impossible) mode. The operation mode is a mode in which the possibility of passing V is high. Then, the big hit where the movable piece operates only in a mode with a low possibility of passing V in the V round, that is, the big hit where the movable piece operates only based on the first predetermined number of balls entering the second big prize opening 35. “V non-passing expected big hit”, which is a big hit that may be operated in a mode with a low possibility of passing V or a mode with a high possibility of passing V, that is, a first predetermined to the second big winning opening 35 The big hit on which the movable piece operates based on the number of incoming balls and the second predetermined number of incoming balls may be referred to as “V passing expected big hit”. Even with such a configuration, it is possible to determine whether or not the probability variation function is activated (whether or not a high probability state is generated) based on whether or not the game ball has passed through the specific area, as in the above-described embodiment.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, the player is given a gaming privilege of generating a high probability state based on the fact that the game ball has passed the specific area 39 in the V round during the big hit game (during special game) However, the privilege referred to in the present invention is not limited to the occurrence of a high probability state. For example, it gives a player some kind of benefit, such as a high base state that increases the frequency of game balls entering the start opening, or a variation time shortened state that shortens the variation time of identification information (normal state). If there is, the content (type) of the privilege does not matter. Moreover, based on having passed the specific area | region for the game ball | bowl, you may provide one privilege, or you may provide a some privilege.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, the example in which the present invention is applied to the pachinko (the so-called “V accuracy machine”) having the specific region 39 as the probability changing operation port is illustrated. In a game machine of a type that determines whether or not to give a high probability state based on the result of the special symbol success / failure determination result (the type of jackpot symbol that is stopped and displayed) (so-called “symbol change machine”) However, the present invention is applicable. Alternatively, the present invention can also be applied to a type of gaming machine that does not have a probability variation function. In addition, a special area (V area) is provided in the big winning opening that can be entered when the result of the special symbol success / failure determination is a small hit, and a game ball that has entered the big winning opening at the time of a small hit game is The present invention can also be applied to one type and two types of pachinko gaming machines in which a big hit game is executed based on the V pass when passing through a specific area (V pass).

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, the control process (so-called special figure 2) that digests the second special figure reservation (change display of the second special symbol) in preference to the first special figure hold (change display of the first special symbol). However, the present invention is not limited to this, and control processing (so-called special figure 1 priority fluctuation) in which the first special figure reservation is prioritized over the second special figure reservation may be used. Alternatively, priority is not set for the digestion of the first special figure hold and the digestion of the second special figure hold, and the first special figure hold and the second special figure hold are digested in order from the oldest stored one. It is good also as a control process (a so-called entering order (memory order) fluctuation) control process. Also, instead of the special figure 2 priority fluctuation in the above-described embodiment, the fluctuation display of the first special symbol and the fluctuation display of the second special symbol (digestion of the first special figure hold and digestion of the second special figure hold). You may employ | adopt the control processing (so-called special figure 1, 2 simultaneous fluctuation | variation) performed in parallel.

[Others]
Further, as a reference invention of the gaming machine described above, the following may be used.
(Reference invention 1)
The gaming machine of Reference Invention 1-1 is
Identification information display means for variably displaying identification information based on establishment of a predetermined condition;
A variable entrance that can be changed between a state in which a game ball can enter and a state in which a game ball cannot enter,
A game mode transition means capable of transitioning a game mode;
A game effect execution means capable of executing a game effect corresponding to the game mode being executed in accordance with the variation display of the identification information;
A special game execution means for executing a special game for allowing the variable entrance to enter when the result of the variation display of the identification information is a specific result,
The game mode has at least a first game mode and a second game mode,
As the game effect, at least a first game effect and a second game effect that is different from the first game effect in an effect mode,
The first game effect can be executed in the first game mode and cannot be executed in the second game mode,
The second game effect can be executed in the first game mode when the second game mode and the specific condition are satisfied.

  According to such a gaming machine, the game mode transition means capable of transitioning the game mode and the game effect execution means capable of executing the game effect corresponding to the game mode being executed are provided. In addition, the game mode has at least a first game mode and a second game mode, and the game effects include at least a first game effect and a second game effect in which the first game effect differs from the effect mode. Yes. The first game effect can be executed in the first game mode but cannot be executed in the second game mode, and the second game effect can be executed in the first game mode when the second game mode and the specific condition are satisfied. It is said.

  Thus, the first game effect is executed in the first game mode, the second game effect is executed in the second game mode, and the second game mode is also executed in the first game mode when the specific condition is satisfied. By making it possible to execute a game effect, it is possible to provide an unexpected game effect and enhance the interest of the game. As the first game mode and the second game mode, for example, the background effect of the display unit may be different, or a game mode display unit for notifying the game mode may be provided, and the game mode names may be different. The player may be able to recognize the game mode being executed by displaying different characters depending on the mode.

In addition, the gaming machine of reference invention 1-2 is the gaming machine of reference invention 1-1.
The second game effect is a game effect that can be executed over a plurality of continuous display variations of identification information.
The gaming mode transition means can transition the gaming mode from the second gaming mode to the first gaming mode,
The specific condition is satisfied at least when the second game effect started in the second game mode is continuously executed even after shifting from the second game mode to the first game mode. It is what.

  According to such a gaming machine, the second game effect is a game effect that can be executed over a plurality of variations of the identification information. When the specific condition that allows the second game effect to be executed in the first game mode is shifted from the second game mode to the first game mode, the second game effect started in the second game mode is changed to the first game effect. It shall be established when the game is continuously executed even after the transition to the game mode. Thereby, even in the first game mode, the second game effect can be executed, and it is possible to enhance the game interest by executing the unexpected game effect. In addition, it is possible to continuously execute the game effect (second game effect) that has been determined to be executed over a plurality of identification information fluctuation displays without being interrupted by the transition of the game mode. Thus, it is possible to proceed with the game production without a sense of incongruity.

In addition, the gaming machine of reference invention 1-3 is the gaming machine of reference invention 1-2,
Only the second game effect continuously executed from the second game mode to the first game mode can be executed in the first game mode.

  According to such a gaming machine, the game mode is shifted from the second game mode to the first game mode, and the second game effect starts from the second game mode and continues to the first game mode. Only when it is executed, the second game effect can be executed in the first game mode. Therefore, when the second game effect executed in the first game mode is completed, the second game effect is not executed in the first game mode. In addition, this makes it possible to prevent the game effect from being lowered as much as possible by interrupting the game effect (second game effect) that is being executed over the display of the identification information several times.

In addition, the gaming machine of Reference Invention 1-4 is the gaming machine of Reference Invention 1-2 or Reference Invention 1-3,
A pre-determining means for pre-determining whether or not the result of the variable display of the specific identification information is the specific result before the start of the variable display of the specific identification information;
The second game effect is executed at least in accordance with the variation display of the identification information before the variation display of the specific identification information, so that the result of the prior determination relating to the variation display of the specific identification information is performed. It is a game production to inform,
The specific condition is a case where the second game effect started in the second game mode has not ended when the second game mode shifts to the first game mode, and the specific identification information This is established when the result of the prior determination relating to the variable display satisfies the second specific condition.

  According to such a gaming machine, it is provided with a pre-determining means for predetermining the result of the variable display of specific identification information, the second game effect is a game effect capable of notifying the result of the pre-determination, and the specific condition is pre- It is assumed that the determination result is satisfied when the second specific condition is satisfied. Accordingly, whether or not the second game effect being executed in the second game mode is continued even after the transition to the first game mode is determined based on the result of the prior determination (whether or not the second specific condition is satisfied). It becomes possible. This also increases the player's expectation when the second game effect is executed in the first game mode, and enhances the game interest.

In addition, the gaming machine of reference invention 1-5 is the gaming machine of reference invention 1-4.
The second game effect started in the second game mode is not completed when shifting from the second game mode to the first game mode, and relates to a variable display of the specific identification information When the result of the prior determination satisfies the second specific condition, the second game effect is continuously executed in the first game mode,
The second game effect started in the second game mode is not completed when shifting from the second game mode to the first game mode, and relates to a variable display of the specific identification information When the result of the prior determination does not satisfy the second specific condition, the second game effect is ended with the transition to the first game mode.

  According to such a gaming machine, when the second game effect that has not ended when the second game mode is shifted to the first game mode, the result of the prior determination relating to the change display of the specific identification information is the second specified. When the condition is satisfied, the game is continuously executed in the first game mode, and when the result of the pre-determination does not satisfy the second specific condition, the process ends with the transition to the first game mode. Thereby, it is possible to increase the player's expectation when the second game effect is executed in the first game mode, and to enhance the game entertainment.

In addition, the gaming machine of Reference Invention 1-6 is the gaming machine of Reference Invention 1-4,
The second game effect started in the second game mode is not completed when shifting from the second game mode to the first game mode, and relates to a variable display of the specific identification information When the result of the prior determination satisfies the second specific condition, the second game effect is continuously executed in the first game mode,
The second game effect started in the second game mode is not completed when shifting from the second game mode to the first game mode, and relates to a variable display of the specific identification information When the result of the prior determination does not satisfy the second specific condition, the second game effect is switched to the first game effect and executed in accordance with the transition to the first game mode. It is.

  According to such a gaming machine, when the second game effect that has not ended when the second game mode is shifted to the first game mode, the result of the prior determination relating to the change display of the specific identification information is the second specified. If the condition is satisfied, the game is continuously executed in the first game mode. Then, when the result of the prior determination does not satisfy the second specific condition, the second game effect is switched to the first game effect and executed in accordance with the transition to the first game mode. Thereby, it is possible to increase the player's expectation when the second game effect is executed in the first game mode, and to enhance the game entertainment.

(Reference invention 2)
The gaming machine of Reference Invention 2-1 is
Identification information display means for variably displaying identification information based on establishment of a predetermined condition;
A variable entrance that can be changed between a state in which a game ball can enter and a state in which a game ball cannot enter,
A game effect execution means capable of executing a predetermined game effect;
A count display section for displaying a predetermined count value;
Count effect execution means capable of executing a count effect for changing the count value displayed on the count display unit as the game progresses;
A special game execution means for executing a special game for allowing the variable entrance to enter when the result of the variation display of the identification information is a specific result,
As the game effect, at least a first game effect is provided,
In the case where the count effect is executed, the first game effect is executed when a specific count value is displayed on the count display portion, and the first count is displayed when the specific count value is not displayed on the count display portion. This is characterized in that no game effect is executed.

  According to such a gaming machine, a count display unit that displays a predetermined count value and a count effect that changes (progresses) the count value displayed on the count display unit as the game progresses can be executed. Count effect execution means, and when the count effect is executed and a specific count value is displayed, the first game effect is executed, and when the specific count value is not displayed, the first game effect is displayed. Do not execute. Accordingly, whether or not the first game effect is to be executed is indicated by whether or not the specific count value is displayed based on the progress of the count effect, so that the player pays attention to the progress of the count effect and the specific count Expecting the value to be displayed, it is possible to enhance the game entertainment.

  Here, “change as the game progresses” includes a case where the count value displayed as the game effect progresses, a case where the count value changes as time passes, and the like. Further, “the count value changes” may be a count-up method in which the displayed count value is counted up, a count-down method in which the count value is counted down, or a random method in which the count value changes randomly. Further, both the game effect execution means and the count effect execution means are constituted by the CPU of the sub-control unit. Further, the game effects include a notice effect, a reach effect, an effect indicating a determination result such as a big hit (symbol variation effect), and the like.

The gaming machine of reference invention 2-2 is the gaming machine of reference invention 2-1,
A game effect information display unit for displaying game effect information indicating a predetermined game effect;
As the game effect, at least a second game effect is provided,
The game effect information includes at least first game effect information indicating the first game effect and second game effect information indicating the second game effect,
When the first game effect information is displayed on the game effect information display unit and the count effect is executed, the first game effect is executed when the specific count value is displayed on the count display unit. If the specific count value is not displayed on the count display unit, the first game effect is not executed,
When the second game effect information is displayed on the game effect information display unit and the count effect is executed, the second game effect is executed when the specific count value is displayed on the count display unit. The second game effect is not executed unless the specific count value is displayed on the count display section.

  According to such a gaming machine, the first game effect has at least a first game effect and a second game effect as game effects, and the first game effect is displayed as game effect information displayed on the game effect information display unit. It has at least game effect information and second game effect information indicating the second game effect. Then, the first game effect information is displayed on the game effect information display unit, and the first game effect is executed when a specific count value is displayed on the count display unit, and if the specific count value is not displayed, the first game effect is displayed. Is not executed. In addition, the second game effect is displayed when the second game effect information is displayed on the game effect information display unit, and the specific count value is displayed on the count display unit. If the specific count value is not displayed, the second game effect is displayed. Is not supposed to be executed.

  According to this, whether or not the game effect indicated by the display on the game effect information display unit is executed depending on whether or not a specific count value is displayed by the count effect. Thereby, the player pays attention to the progress of the count effect when the game effect displayed on the game effect information display part is highly interesting or increases the expectation of special games, etc. Expecting that a specific count value is displayed in the count effect, it is possible to enhance the game entertainment.

  As a result of the count effect being executed, when a specific count value is displayed on the count display part, the game effect displayed on the game effect information display part is executed, and as a result of executing the count effect, a specific count value is displayed. If not, the game effect is not executed. The “count effect” refers to an effect in which a predetermined count value is displayed on the count display unit, and the count value is subtracted, added, or stopped (including stopped). .

In addition, the gaming machine of Reference Invention 2-3 is the gaming machine of Reference Invention 2-1 or Reference Invention 2-2,
Provided with an input means for a player to perform a predetermined input,
The count effect includes a first input effect for displaying the specific count value on the count display unit with an input to the input means.

  According to such a gaming machine, the player is provided with an input means for performing a predetermined input, and a specific count value is displayed based on the input to the input means in the count effect accompanied by the input to the input means. Has production. Thereby, since the player is related to whether or not he / she displays a specific count value by the input to the input means, the motivation to the input action can be increased, and the game entertainment can be enhanced for the occurrence of the first input effect. It becomes possible. Also, in the count effect, it is possible not to wait for the specific count value to be displayed simply by waiting for the passage of time, but to display the specific count value by one's own input action. It is possible to enhance the entertainment interest.

In addition, the gaming machine of reference invention 2-4 is the gaming machine of reference invention 2-2 or reference invention 2-3.
Provided with an input means for a player to perform a predetermined input,
Based on an input to the input means, the game effect information display unit has a second input effect for displaying game effect information.

  According to such a gaming machine, the player is provided with an input means for performing a predetermined input, and has a second input effect for displaying the game effect information on the game effect information display unit based on the input to the input means. . Thereby, based on the input to an input means, it has the effect which displays the game effect performed when a specific count value is displayed. Thereby, since the player notifies the game effect that can be executed by the input to the input means, it is possible to increase the motivation to the input action and enhance the game interest for the occurrence of the first input effect. In addition, it is possible to select whether or not to display the game effect information on the game effect information display unit depending on whether or not the input to the input unit is performed, and the game effect can be diversified.

In addition, the gaming machine of Reference Invention 2-5 is the gaming machine of Reference Invention 2-4.
In the second input effect, when the input to the input means is not detected, the game effect information is not displayed on the game effect information display unit until at least the specific count value is displayed in the count effect, and the input When the input to the means is detected, the game effect information is displayed on the game effect information display unit before the specific count value is displayed in the count effect.

  According to such a gaming machine, in the second input effect that displays the game effect information that can be executed, when no input is made to the input means, the game effect information is at least until a specific count value is displayed. Is not displayed. That is, when a specific count value is not displayed in the count effect, the game effect information is not displayed. Further, when an input to the input means is performed, game effect information indicating a game effect that can be executed when the specific count value is displayed is displayed before the specific count value is displayed. Thus, the game effect that can be executed at the stage before it is determined whether or not the specific count value is displayed while the effect of whether or not the specific count value is displayed in the count effect is executed. A player who wants to know inputs to the input means, and a player who does not want to know a game effect that is executed (or can be executed) until a specific count value is displayed (or even if displayed) is input means It is possible to make a game selection such as no input to. Thereby, a game becomes diversified and it becomes possible to raise a game interest.

(Reference invention 3)
In addition, the gaming machine of the reference invention 3-1 invention,
Identification information display means for variably displaying identification information based on establishment of a predetermined condition;
A variable entrance that can be changed between a state in which a game ball can enter and a state in which a game ball cannot enter,
A game effect execution means capable of executing a predetermined game effect;
A count display section for displaying a predetermined count value;
Count effect execution means capable of executing a count effect for changing the count value displayed on the count display unit as the game progresses;
A special game execution means for executing a special game for allowing the variable entrance to enter when the result of the variation display of the identification information is a specific result,
As the game effect, there is a specific game effect that can be executed along with the count effect,
As the count effect,
There is an effect consisting of a count stop effect that stops the change of the count value in the count effect, and a count restart effect that restarts the change of the count value after a predetermined period from the stop,
The specific game effect can be continuously executed during the execution of the count stop effect.

  According to such a gaming machine, a count display unit that displays a predetermined count value and a count effect that changes (progresses) the count value displayed on the count display unit as the game progresses can be executed. Count effect execution means. Further, as the count effect, there is an effect including a count stop effect for stopping the change (progress) of the displayed count value and a count restart effect for starting the change (progress) of the count value again after the stop. . The specific game effect that can be executed along with the count effect can be continuously executed both in the period in which the count value is changed (advanced) and in the execution period of the count stop effect.

  Thereby, when the count stop effect is executed during the count effect, the execution period of the specific game effect becomes long, and it becomes possible to execute a highly interesting game effect. This also makes it possible to enhance the gaming interest. In addition, by having the count stop effect and the count restart effect, even when a display indicating that the execution period of the count effect is a relatively short period is displayed as the count effect, it is possible to prevent a decrease in the game entertainment interest. It becomes possible. As the “specific game effect”, for example, a notice effect, a reach effect, a character effect, an effect symbol variation effect, and the like can be given.

In addition, the gaming machine of reference invention 3-2 is the gaming machine of reference invention 3-1,
As the count effect,
Performing a count stop effect to stop the change of the count value in the count effect, and having an effect not to execute the count restart effect after the stop,
When the count restart effect is executed after the count stop effect, the possibility of executing the special game is higher than when the count restart effect is not executed.

  According to such a gaming machine, as the count effect, there is an effect that performs the count stop effect to stop the change of the count value and does not execute the count restart effect after the stop (does not resume the change of the count value). . Then, it is assumed that the possibility of executing the special game is higher when the count restart effect is executed after the count stop effect than when the count restart effect is not executed. As a result, it is possible to increase the player's expectation and enhance the gaming interest by generating the count effect, generating the count stop effect, and generating the count restart effect.

The gaming machine of reference invention 3-3 is the gaming machine of reference invention 3-1 or reference invention 3-2.
An execution period of the count effect includes a first count effect of a predetermined period, and a second count effect of which the execution period is longer than the first count effect,
The case where the second count effect is executed is more likely to execute the special game than the case where the first count effect is executed.

  According to such a gaming machine, as a count effect, there is a first count effect and a second count effect that has a longer execution period than the first count effect, and the second count effect is executed. It is assumed that the possibility of executing the special game is higher than that in the case of executing the first count effect. Thereby, the player expects the occurrence of the count effect with a longer execution period, and when the display indicating that the execution period of the count effect is a relatively short period is made by the count stop effect and the count restart effect However, it is possible to prevent a decrease in the entertainment interest.

The gaming machine of reference invention 3-4 is the gaming machine of reference invention 3-2.
An execution period of the count effect includes a first count effect of a predetermined period, and a second count effect of which the execution period is longer than the first count effect,
The case where the second count effect is executed is more likely to execute the special game than the case where the first count effect is executed,
The execution period of the second count effect includes the execution period of the count stop effect.

  According to such a gaming machine, as a count effect, there is a first count effect and a second count effect that has a longer execution period than the first count effect, and the second count effect is executed. It is assumed that the possibility of executing the special game is higher than that in the case of executing the first count effect. In addition, since the second count effect, which has a relatively long execution period and has a relatively high possibility of executing a special game, includes at least a count stop effect, the player can generate a count effect with a longer execution period. As well as expecting the occurrence of a count stop effect, it is possible to enhance the entertainment interest of the game. In addition, this makes it possible to prevent a decrease in game entertainment even when a display indicating that the execution period of the count effect is a relatively short period is made.

(Reference invention 4)
The gaming machine of Reference Invention 4-1 is
A gaming machine that plays a game by launching a game ball toward a game area,
Gaming state control means capable of controlling the gaming state;
Instruction notification executing means capable of executing an instruction notification for instructing which region of the game area to fire the game ball;
The gaming state includes at least a predetermined gaming state in which a game ball is emitted by launching a game ball toward a predetermined region of the gaming region,
The predetermined gaming state includes at least a first predetermined gaming state and a second predetermined gaming state,
In the instruction notification, there is a predetermined instruction notification instructing to fire a game ball toward the predetermined area,
The instruction notification executing means can execute the predetermined instruction notification in the same manner in the first predetermined gaming state and the second predetermined gaming state.

  In the gaming machine of the above reference invention 4-1, at least a first predetermined gaming state and a second predetermined gaming state are set as predetermined gaming states in which a game ball is emitted toward a predetermined area of the gaming area to play a game. It has to be prepared. In addition, it is possible to execute a predetermined instruction notification instructing to fire a game ball toward a predetermined area in the game area in the same manner in the first predetermined game state and the second predetermined game state. It has become. As a result, for the player, although the game state is different between the first predetermined game state and the second predetermined game state, the predetermined instruction notification is executed in the same manner. 2 In any gaming state of the predetermined gaming state, it is easy to recognize the predetermined instruction notification.

(Reference Invention 4-2)
In the gaming machine of the above-described Reference invention 4-1,
The gaming state control means can control the gaming state from the first predetermined gaming state to the second predetermined gaming state,
The instruction notification execution means executes the predetermined instruction notification in a predetermined manner in the first predetermined gaming state, and also after the gaming state shifts from the first predetermined gaming state to the second predetermined gaming state. The predetermined instruction notification in the first predetermined gaming state is executed.

  In the gaming machine of the above reference invention 4-2, the predetermined instruction notification is executed in a predetermined manner in the first predetermined gaming state, and when the gaming state shifts from the first predetermined gaming state to the second predetermined gaming state. Even in the second predetermined gaming state after the transition, the predetermined instruction notification in the first predetermined gaming state before the transition is executed. As a result, for the player, even if the gaming state shifts from the first predetermined gaming state to the second predetermined gaming state, the predetermined instruction notification is executed in the same manner before and after the transition. It becomes easy to recognize the notification.

(Reference Invention 4-3)
In the gaming machine of the reference invention 4-2 described above,
The instruction notification executing means can change the mode of the predetermined instruction notification after the gaming state has shifted from the first predetermined gaming state to the second predetermined gaming state to a predetermined time in the second predetermined gaming state. It is characterized by being.

  In the gaming machine of the above reference invention 4-3, the predetermined instruction notification when the predetermined instruction notification in the first predetermined gaming state is executed even after the gaming state has shifted from the first predetermined gaming state to the second predetermined gaming state. The mode can be changed to a predetermined time in the second predetermined gaming state. Thereby, the mode of the predetermined instruction notification can be changed after the transition from the first predetermined gaming state to the second predetermined gaming state, so that the player can be focused on the predetermined instruction notification.

(Reference Invention 4-4)
In any one of the above-described reference invention 4-1 to reference invention 4-3,
The gaming state control means can control the gaming state from the second predetermined gaming state to the first predetermined gaming state,
The instruction notification executing means executes the predetermined instruction notification in a predetermined manner in the second predetermined gaming state, and also after the gaming state shifts from the second predetermined gaming state to the first predetermined gaming state. The predetermined instruction notification in the second predetermined gaming state is executed.

  In the gaming machine of the above reference invention 4-4, the predetermined instruction notification is executed in a predetermined manner in the second predetermined gaming state, and when the gaming state shifts from the second predetermined gaming state to the first predetermined gaming state. Even in the first predetermined gaming state after the transition, the predetermined instruction notification in the first predetermined gaming state before the transition is executed. As a result, for the player, even if the gaming state shifts from the second predetermined gaming state to the first predetermined gaming state, the predetermined instruction notification is executed in the same manner before and after the transition. It becomes easy to recognize the notification.

(Reference Invention 4-5)
In the gaming machine of the reference invention 1-4 described above,
The instruction notification executing means can change the mode of the predetermined instruction notification after the gaming state has shifted from the second predetermined gaming state to the first predetermined gaming state to a predetermined time in the first predetermined gaming state. It is characterized by being.

  In the gaming machine of the above reference invention 4-5, the predetermined instruction notification when the predetermined instruction notification in the second predetermined gaming state is executed even after the gaming state has shifted from the second predetermined gaming state to the first predetermined gaming state. The mode can be changed to a predetermined time in the first predetermined gaming state. As a result, the mode of the predetermined instruction notification can be changed after the transition from the second predetermined gaming state to the first predetermined gaming state, so that the player can be focused on the predetermined instruction notification.

(Reference Invention 4-6)
In any one of the gaming machines of Reference Invention 4-1 to Reference Invention 4-5 described above,
The instruction notification execution means can execute the predetermined instruction notification by displaying on the predetermined display means a predetermined instruction image instructing to launch a game ball toward the predetermined area,
The same predetermined instruction image can be displayed on the display means in the first predetermined gaming state and the second predetermined gaming state.

  In the gaming machine of the above reference invention 4-6, it is possible to execute a predetermined instruction notification by displaying a predetermined instruction image on a predetermined display means. The same predetermined instruction image can be displayed in the first predetermined gaming state and the second predetermined gaming state. Accordingly, although the game state is different between the first predetermined game state and the second predetermined game state, the predetermined instruction image is the same for the player, and therefore it is easy to recognize the display of the predetermined instruction image (predetermined instruction notification). It will be a thing.

(Reference Invention 4-7)
In the gaming machine of the reference invention 4-6 described above,
The instruction notification execution unit can display the same predetermined instruction image on the same display unit of the display unit in the first predetermined gaming state and the second predetermined gaming state.

  In the gaming machine of the above reference invention 4-7, the same predetermined instruction image can be displayed on the same display section of the display means in the first predetermined gaming state and the second predetermined gaming state. As a result, for the player, although the game state is different between the first predetermined game state and the second predetermined game state, the predetermined instruction image and its display position are both the same. ) Is easy to recognize.

  1 pachinko machine, 2 game board, 3 game area, 7 image display device, 7a display screen, 7b, effect design display area, 7c background display area, 8 effect design, 9a first effect hold, 9b second effect hold, 9c 1st effect hold display area (1st effect hold display part), 9d 2nd effect hold display area (2nd effect hold display part), 20 1st start opening, 21 2nd start opening, 30 1st big prize opening , 35 Second grand prize opening, 41a First special symbol display (first special symbol display unit), 41b Second special symbol display (second special symbol display unit), 80 Main control board (main control unit, game) Control means), 81 game control microcomputer (main control unit, game control means), 90 sub control board (sub control unit, effect control means), 91 effect control microcomputer (sub control unit, effect control means), 100 images Control board (image system Parts, presentation control means) 101 image control microcomputer (image control unit, presentation control means).

Claims (5)

Identification information display means for variably displaying identification information based on establishment of a predetermined condition;
A variable entrance that can be changed between a state in which a game ball can enter and a state in which a game ball cannot enter,
A game effect execution means capable of executing a predetermined game effect;
A count display section for displaying a predetermined count value;
Count effect execution means capable of executing a count effect for changing the count value displayed on the count display unit as the game progresses;
A special game execution means for executing a special game for allowing the variable entrance to enter when the result of the variation display of the identification information is a specific result,
As the game effect, at least a first game effect is provided,
In the case where the count effect is executed, the first game effect is executed when a specific count value is displayed on the count display portion, and the first count is displayed when the specific count value is not displayed on the count display portion. A gaming machine characterized in that no gaming effects are executed. A game effect information display unit for displaying game effect information indicating a predetermined game effect;
As the game effect, at least a second game effect is provided,
The game effect information includes at least first game effect information indicating the first game effect and second game effect information indicating the second game effect,
When the first game effect information is displayed on the game effect information display unit and the count effect is executed, the first game effect is executed when the specific count value is displayed on the count display unit. If the specific count value is not displayed on the count display unit, the first game effect is not executed,
When the second game effect information is displayed on the game effect information display unit and the count effect is executed, the second game effect is executed when the specific count value is displayed on the count display unit. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the second game effect is not executed unless the specific count value is displayed on the count display unit. Provided with an input means for a player to perform a predetermined input,
3. The gaming machine according to claim 1, wherein the count effect includes a first input effect that displays the specific count value on the count display unit with an input to the input unit. 4. . Provided with an input means for a player to perform a predetermined input,
The gaming machine according to claim 2 or 3, further comprising a second input effect for displaying game effect information on the game effect information display unit based on an input to the input means.   In the second input effect, when the input to the input means is not detected, the game effect information is not displayed on the game effect information display unit until at least the specific count value is displayed in the count effect, and the input 5. The game effect information is displayed on the game effect information display section before the specific count value is displayed in the count effect when an input to the means is detected. The gaming machine described.

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