JP2019141429A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To prevent a decrease in interest in a game, and to enhance interest in timing for changing a state of operation means in an informing performance for reporting an advantageous state.SOLUTION: A game machine can display, during an advantageous state, first information regarding a winning ball granted in one advantageous state and second information regarding a winning ball granted in an advantageous state controlled until completion of a special state after control to an advantageous state temporarily. While information regarding a winning ball granted based on winning after the number of game media exceeds an upper-limit number in an open game is reflected on second information, reflection on the first information is limited. A state of a push button 90120 is controlled from a normal state to a vibration state at first timing when a life gauge becomes 0, is controlled from a vibration state to a normal state at a lapse of a successive hitting effective period and a necessary vibration period, and is controlled to a vibration state at second timing when an opponent after a normal state is hit.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 32

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko gaming machine.

  As a gaming machine, when a game medium such as a game ball is launched into a game area by a launching device, and the game medium wins in a prize area such as a prize opening provided in the game area, an execution condition (start condition) is satisfied. Pachinko that enhances the game interest by so-called variable display game, in which multiple types of identification information (hereinafter referred to as display symbols) are variably displayed on a variable display device, and whether or not to give a predetermined game value is determined according to the display result There is a gaming machine. In such a pachinko gaming machine, when the stop symbol form when the variable display of the display symbol in the variable display game is completely stopped becomes the specific display aspect, the player is in an advantageous state (such as a big hit game state). . In such a pachinko gaming machine, when it is controlled to be in an advantageous state, a predetermined number of open games are performed, and a prize ball is paid out when a game medium wins. In such an open game, the game medium may win over the maximum number of winnings (over winning), and in such a case, more than the specified number of winning balls will be paid out.

  As such a gaming machine, there has been proposed a gaming machine that displays the number of winning balls acquired to a player (for example, Patent Document 1).

JP 2013-212368 A

  However, in the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1, for example, when displaying the number of winning balls acquired in one big hit, the number of winning balls acquired by an over winning that rarely occurs is included and is expected to be acquired. There will be a discrepancy between the number of winning balls. Therefore, there is a possibility that the player feels uncomfortable and the gaming interest is reduced.

  This invention is made | formed in view of the said actual condition, and aims at provision of the game machine which can prevent the fall of a game entertainment attraction.

(1) In order to achieve the above object, a gaming machine according to the present invention (for example, pachinko gaming machine 1)
A gaming machine that can be controlled in an advantageous state advantageous to a player (for example, a big hit gaming state),
A state control means capable of controlling to a special state (for example, a short-time state or a probable change state) after completion of the advantageous state;
Variable winning means (for example, a special variable winning ball apparatus 7) that can change between a first state (for example, an open state) in which a game medium can be won and a second state (for example, a closed state) in which the game medium is difficult or impossible to win. etc,
In the advantageous state, at least one of the elapse of a predetermined period (for example, 16.2 seconds shown in FIG. 14B) and the winning of the upper limit number (for example, 9) of game media is established. Variable winning control means (for example, processing in step S139 or processing in step S127) that executes an open game (for example, a round game in the big hit gaming state) that can change the variable winning means to the first state until a predetermined time. CPU 120 for production control etc.)
A prize ball granting unit (for example, a CPU 103 that pays out a predetermined number (for example, 15) game balls as a prize ball) for granting a prize ball based on the fact that a game medium has won the variable prize winning unit in the advantageous state;
First information relating to a prize ball given in one advantageous state, and second information relating to a prize ball given in the advantageous state controlled until the special state is ended after being controlled once in the advantageous state And a display control means (for example, an effect control CPU 120 that executes the process of step S745) that can be displayed during the advantageous state,
The display control means is configured to receive information relating to award balls given based on the fact that a game medium has won the variable winning means (for example, over-winning) in one open game in excess of the upper limit number. While reflecting in the information, it is limited to reflect in the first information (for example, when it is determined in step S504 that it is an overwinning, the process in step S506 is performed without performing the process in step S504a). ),
further,
A notification effect execution means (such as an effect control microcomputer 90100) for executing a notification effect (battle effect or the like) for notifying that it is controlled to the advantageous state;
Operation means (push button 90120 etc.) that can be operated by the player;
Aspect control means (such as a production control microcomputer 90100) that can control the aspect of the operation means as a first aspect (normal state or the like) and a second aspect (vibration state or the like),
The mode control means changes the mode of the operation means from the first mode (normal state, etc.) at the first timing (the first timing when the life gauge is 0 shown in FIG. 39) after the notification effect is started. The second mode (vibration state etc.) is controlled, and after the elapse of a specific period (after the continuous hitting effective period and essential vibration period shown in FIG. 39, etc.), the second mode (vibration state etc.) to the first mode ( The second mode (vibration state, etc.) is controlled at the second timing (second timing, etc. hitting the enemy shown in FIG. 39) after controlling to the first mode (normal state, etc.). It is controllable.

  According to such a configuration, the information regarding the winning ball given based on the over winning is not reflected, so that it is possible to prevent the display from being shifted and to prevent the game entertainment from deteriorating. In addition, it is possible to improve the interest of timing for changing the mode of the operation means during a notification effect that notifies an advantageous state advantageous to the player. Specifically, the effect can be further enhanced by a combination of the notification effect and the timing at which the operation means is set to the second mode.

(2) In the gaming machine of (1) above,
The advantageous state includes a first advantageous state (for example, a normal open big hit state) and a second advantageous state (for example, a short-term open big hit state) that is more disadvantageous than the first advantageous state,
The display control means restricts the display of the first information during the second advantageous state (for example, if it is determined in step S747 that it is a big hit of “probability”, the process of step S748 is not performed and step S749 is performed). If the above process is performed, the first information is not displayed)
You may do it.

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent the interest from being deteriorated by displaying the first information in the second advantageous state where the expected value of the winning ball is small.

(3) In the gaming machine of (2) above,
The display control means prohibits the display of the first information and displays the second information during the second advantageous state (for example, if it is determined in step S747 that it is a big hit of “probability”) By performing the process of step S749 without performing the process of S748, the first information is not displayed while the second information is updated and displayed, etc.)
You may do it.

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to make the player recognize that the total number of prize balls has increased by displaying the second information.

(4) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (3) above,
The prize ball granting unit can grant a prize ball based on the fact that a game medium has won a general winning means different from the variable winning means (for example, a game ball that has entered the general winning slot 6C is shown in FIG. 2). A predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls are paid out as prize balls based on the detection by the general winning switch 24),
The display control unit restricts reflecting the information about the prize ball given based on winning in the general winning unit to the second information while reflecting the information on the first information (for example, step S524). And the general winning opening number-of-times count value is added and displayed as the second information in the process of step S749, but is not updated and displayed as the first information).
You may do it.

  According to such a configuration, since the reflection to the first information is not performed, it is possible to accurately display the winning ball for one big hit.

(5) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (4) above,
The advantageous state includes a first advantageous state (for example, a normal open big hit state) and a second advantageous state (for example, a short-term open big hit state) that is more disadvantageous than the first advantageous state,
In the first advantageous state, the variable winning control means wins a predetermined period (for example, 16.2 seconds shown in FIG. 24B) or an upper limit number of gaming media (for example, nine). On the other hand, an open game that can change the variable prize-winning means to the first state is executed a predetermined number of times until at least one of the above is established (for example, the process of step S139 or the process of step S127 is performed). In the second advantageous state, the variable is performed only during a period shorter than the predetermined period and in which at least one game medium can be won (for example, 1.8 seconds shown in FIG. 24B). An open game capable of changing the winning means to the first state is executed at least once (for example, the process of step S139 or the process of step S127 is performed).
In the first advantageous state, the display control means executes a predetermined display for notifying the number of unit games among a plurality of unit games executed in the first advantageous state, and (2) In the advantageous state, the execution of the predetermined display is restricted (for example, in the process of step S744, if the big hit is controlled to the normal open big hit state, the setting is made so that the number of rounds being executed is displayed in the normal mode. On the other hand, if it is a big hit that is controlled to a short-term open big hit state, setting to limit the display in the normal mode etc.),
You may do it.

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to suppress giving a lost emotion to the player.

(6) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (5) above,
The display control means displays a special display based on the fact that the number of winnings exceeds a specific number when the game medium exceeds the upper limit number (for example, 3 or more) in one open game and wins the variable winning means. Performing (such as the CPU 120 for effect control for performing the process of step S507), and restricting the information related to the prize ball given based on the specific number of winnings to be reflected in the second information (for example, the process of step S506) For example, to end the process without doing it)
You may do it.

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent display for a winning prize that may be fraudulent.

(7) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (6) above,
The display control means can display the second information even during the special state, and when a game medium wins the variable winning means during the special state, information on the winning ball based on the winning is displayed. Limiting the reflection to the second information;
You may do it.

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to prevent display for a winning prize that may be fraudulent.

(8) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (7) above,
The display control means can display, as the first information, information relating to a prize ball to be given in one advantageous state and information relating to a prize ball given in the one advantageous state (for example, step). In S748, the player can recognize the winning ball (scheduled winning ball) that can be earned with one big hit in addition to the winning ball already won with the big hit (obtained winning ball). Display),
You may do it.

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to accurately display a prize ball for one big hit.

  The modes for carrying out the invention to be described later include the inventions according to the following (9) to (14). Conventionally, in a gaming machine, an operation that can be operated by the player at the time of a notification effect informing a big hit gaming state which is an advantageous state advantageous to the player as disclosed in JP-A-2015-54041 There was something that changed the means to vibrate. However, in the conventional gaming machine described above, there is room for improvement with respect to the timing of changing the mode of the operation means during the notification effect informing the advantageous state advantageous to the player. In view of this point, there is a need to provide a gaming machine that can improve the interest of timing for changing the mode of the operation means in the case of a notification effect that notifies an advantageous state advantageous to a player.

(9) In order to achieve the above object, a gaming machine according to another aspect is a gaming machine (such as a pachinko gaming machine 901) that can be controlled to an advantageous state (such as a big hit gaming state) advantageous to the player,
A notification effect execution means (such as an effect control microcomputer 90100) for executing a notification effect (battle effect or the like) for notifying that it is controlled to the advantageous state;
Operation means (push button 90120 etc.) that can be operated by the player;
Aspect control means (such as a production control microcomputer 90100) that can control the aspect of the operation means as a first aspect (normal state or the like) and a second aspect (vibration state or the like),
The aspect control means changes the aspect of the operation means from the first aspect (normal state or the like) at a first timing after the notification effect is started (first timing when the life gauge becomes 0 shown in FIG. 47, etc.). The second mode (vibration state etc.) is controlled, and after the specific period has elapsed (after the continuous hitting effective period and essential vibration period shown in FIG. 47, etc.), the second mode (vibration state etc.) to the first mode ( The second mode (vibration state, etc.) is controlled at the second timing (second timing when hitting the enemy shown in FIG. 47, etc.) after controlling to the first mode (normal state, etc.). Control.

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the interest of the timing for changing the mode of the operation means during the notification effect for notifying the advantageous state advantageous to the player. Specifically, the effect can be further enhanced by a combination of the notification effect and the timing at which the operation means is set to the second mode.

(10) In the gaming machine of (9) above,
It further comprises launch operation means (such as a hit ball operation handle 905) for operating to fire a game medium (game ball or the like),
The second mode (vibration state or the like) is a mode in which the operation means vibrates (a state in which the push button 90120 vibrates or the like)
The vibration of the operation means is transmitted to the firing operation means (the vibration of the push button 90120 is transmitted to the hitting operation handle 905).

  According to such a configuration, the effect can be further enhanced by a combination of the notification effect and the vibration transmitted to the launch operation means.

(11) In the gaming machine according to any one of (9) or (10) above,
It further comprises display means (effect display device 909 etc.) capable of displaying an image,
The notification effect executing means is configured so that the mode of the image displayed on the display means is the first timing when the aspect of the operation means becomes the first aspect (the aspect in which the life gauge 9099 shown in FIG. 48C is 0). The fact that the mode is the second mode (vibration state, etc.) informs that it is controlled to the advantageous state (as shown in FIG. 48 (c), push button at the timing when the enemy life gauge 9099 becomes 0 90120 becomes a big hit by vibrating, etc.)
In the second timing, the mode control unit is configured to change the mode of the image displayed on the display unit to a second mode different from the first mode (such as a mode of hitting an enemy shown in FIG. 48 (e)). The mode of the operating means is controlled to the second mode (vibration state or the like).

  According to such a structure, after notifying that it will be in an advantageous state, it is suitably informed that it is controlled to be in an advantageous state by setting the second mode in accordance with the development of the effect of the notification effect. The production effect can be further enhanced.

(12) In the gaming machine according to any one of (9) to (11) above,
The specific period (such as the continuous hitting effective period and the essential vibration period shown in FIG. 47) is a period that varies according to the operation status of the operating means (the continuous hitting effective period shown in FIG. 47 is variable within a maximum of 10 seconds. For example,
The predetermined period after being controlled to the second mode at the second timing is an invariable period in which the operation unit is set to the second mode for a certain period of time (as shown in FIG. 47, the enemy is hit. The period after being controlled to the vibration state at the second timing is a non-variable period of 5 seconds).

  According to such a structure, the range of production can be expanded by providing the variable period and the non-variable period.

(13) In the gaming machine of (12) above,
The period controlled in the second mode is different between the specific period and the predetermined period (as shown in FIG. 47, the period vibration state in which the vibration period after the first timing has elapsed and the essential vibration period 3 seconds are combined. And the vibration state is controlled for a period of 5 seconds after the second timing elapses),
The mode control unit controls the mode of the operation unit from the second mode to the first mode after the predetermined period, and controls the mode to the second mode at the third timing after the first mode. (As shown in FIG. 47, the mode of the push button 90120 is controlled to the normal state after the lapse of the vibration period of 5 seconds from the second timing, and is controlled to the vibration state at the third timing of the victory display after becoming the normal state. etc),
The notification effect executing means notifies that the mode of the operation means is controlled to the advantageous state at the third timing (the third mode is the vibration state of the push button 90120 at the third timing). For example, it is informed that the game is controlled to the big hit gaming state).

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to cause the performance to be suitably executed by a combination of controlling the operating means to the second mode and the period and timing for controlling to the second mode. Moreover, it can alert | report suitably that it is controlled to an advantageous state.

(14) In the gaming machine according to any one of (11) to (13),
The display means can display an operation promotion image (button image 9098 or the like) that prompts an operation to the operation means,
The aspect control means controls the aspect of the operation means to the second aspect in relation to the display of the operation promotion image at the first timing (as shown in FIG. 48 (c)). In this case, the push button 90120 is repeatedly struck while the button image 9098 is displayed to control the push button 90120 to be in a vibrating state), and the operation promoting image is not displayed at the second timing. The mode is controlled to the second mode (as shown in FIG. 48E, at the second timing, the push button 90120 is controlled to be in a vibrating state without displaying the button image 9098).

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to cause the performance to be suitably executed by a combination of controlling the operation means to the second mode and displaying the operation promotion image.

It is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in this embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows the various control boards etc. which were mounted in the pachinko game machine. It is a figure which illustrates a fluctuation pattern. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a start winning determination process. It is a block diagram which shows the structural example of a special figure holding | maintenance memory | storage part. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol normal process. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a special figure display result determination table. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a big hit classification determination table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a fluctuation pattern setting process. It is a figure which shows the structural example of a fluctuation pattern determination table. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol stop process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a big hit release pre-processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows the example of a setting of an opening | release control pattern, and the opening setting example of a special winning opening. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a big hit release process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a big prize opening determination process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of processing after big hit release. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a jackpot end process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of production control main processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a command analysis process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of production control process processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a variable display start setting process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the production process during variable display. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the waiting process per special figure. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a big hit start process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a prize ball display process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a process during a round. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a post-round process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a process after the big hit end. It is explanatory drawing for demonstrating an overwinning. FIG. 32 is an example of an effect operation in the scene shown in FIG. 31. FIG. It is an example of an effect operation in the case of “surprise”. It is an example of the production operation in the case of a big hit of 10 rounds. It is the front view which looked at the pachinko game machine from the front. It is a figure for demonstrating operation | movement of an upper accessory. It is a figure which shows a hit classification table. It is a block diagram which shows an example of the circuit structure in a main board (game control board) and an effect control board. It is explanatory drawing which shows each random number. It is explanatory drawing which shows the big hit determination table and the big hit classification determination table. It is a figure which shows the fluctuation pattern table used in order to determine a fluctuation pattern in a table format. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the content of an effect control command. It is a flowchart which shows a timer interruption process. It is a flowchart which shows a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows production control main processing. It is a flowchart which shows production control process processing. It is a timing chart which shows the relation between a notice production and the mode of a button. It is production drawing which shows the relationship between the notification production | presentation and the aspect of a button. It is a figure which shows the alerting | reporting effect determination table. It is a flowchart which shows an effect setting process. It is a timing chart which shows the operation presentation control timing regarding the self-strike and the automatic continuous strike in the specific repeated strike production.

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

  A first special symbol display device 4A and a second special symbol display device 4B are provided at predetermined positions of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, on the right side of the game area). Each of the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B is composed of, for example, 7-segment or dot matrix LEDs (light emitting diodes) and the like. Special symbols (also referred to as “special graphics”), which are a plurality of types of identification information (special identification information) that can be displayed, are variably displayed (variable display). For example, each of the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B variably displays a plurality of types of special symbols composed of numbers indicating "0" to "9", symbols indicating "-", and the like. To do. The special symbols displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B are limited to those composed of numbers indicating "0" to "9", symbols indicating "-", and the like. However, for example, a plurality of types of lighting patterns in which the combination of the LED to be turned on and the LED to be turned off in the 7-segment LED may be set in advance as a plurality of types of special symbols.

  A plurality of special symbols are assigned symbol numbers corresponding thereto. As an example, symbol numbers “0” to “9” are assigned to numbers indicating “0” to “9”, and symbol numbers “10” are assigned to symbols indicating “−”. Just do it. Hereinafter, the special symbol variably displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A is also referred to as "first special symbol", and the special symbol variably displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B is also referred to as "second special symbol". .

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

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

  As an example, “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R are arranged in the display area of the image display device 5. And in response to the start of one of the changes in the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol in the second special symbol display device 4B in the special symbol game, In the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, the variation of decorative symbols (for example, vertical scroll display) is started. Thereafter, when the fixed special symbol is stopped and displayed as a variable display result in the special symbol game, the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the image display device 5 are displayed. Then, the finalized decorative symbol (final stop symbol) that is the variable display result of the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed.

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

  The decorative symbols variably displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R include, for example, eight types of symbols (alphanumeric characters “1” to “8” or Chinese characters). It may be any combination of numbers, English letters, eight character images related to a predetermined motif, a combination of numbers, letters, symbols, and character images. Character images may be, for example, people, animals, other objects, or , A decorative image showing a symbol such as a character or other arbitrary figure). A corresponding symbol number is assigned to each of the decorative symbols. For example, symbol numbers “1” to “8” are attached to alphanumeric characters indicating “1” to “8”. Note that the number of decorative symbols is not limited to eight, and may be any number (for example, seven or nine) as long as an appropriate number of combinations such as a jackpot combination or a combination that is lost can be configured.

  After the decorative symbol variable display is started, the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R are displayed until the fixed decorative symbol that is the variable display result is derived and displayed. In FIG. 5, for example, scroll display is performed such that the symbol number sequentially flows from the top to the bottom from the smallest to the largest, and when the decorative symbol having the largest symbol number (for example, “8”) is displayed, The decorative symbol having the smallest symbol number (for example, “1”) is displayed. Alternatively, in at least one of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R (for example, the “left” decorative symbol display area 5L), the symbols are scrolled from the largest symbol number to the smallest symbol symbol. When the decorative design having the smallest number is displayed, the decorative design having the largest design number may be displayed.

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

  In the example shown in FIG. 1, together with the start winning memory display area 5H, the first hold for displaying the special figure hold memory number in an identifiable manner on the upper part of the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B. A display 25A and a second hold display 25B are provided. The first hold indicator 25A displays the first special figure hold memory number so that it can be specified. The second hold indicator 25B displays the second special figure hold memory number so that it can be specified. The number of first special figure hold memory is the number of memory in which the execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is suspended. The second special figure hold memory number is the number of memories in which the execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is suspended. The variable display hold memory number obtained by adding the first special figure hold memory number and the second special figure hold memory number is also referred to as a total hold memory number. When simply referring to the “number of special figure hold memory”, it usually refers to a concept including any of the first special figure hold memory number, the second special figure hold memory number, and the total hold memory number. It may refer to a concept that includes the first special figure reserved memory number and the second special figure reserved memory number but excludes the total reserved memory number).

  Below the image display device 5, an ordinary winning ball device 6A and an ordinary variable winning ball device 6B are provided. The normal winning ball device 6A forms a first starting winning opening as a starting area (first starting area) that is always kept in a constant open state by a predetermined ball receiving member, for example. The normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B has an electric motor having a pair of movable wing pieces that are changed into a normal open state as a vertical position and an expanded open state as a tilt position by a solenoid 81 for a normal electric accessory shown in FIG. A tulip-shaped accessory (ordinary electric accessory) is provided, and a second starting prize opening is formed as a starting region (second starting region) different from the first starting region.

  As an example, in the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B, the movable wing piece is in the vertical position when the solenoid 81 for the normal electric accessory is in the OFF state, so that the game ball passes (enters) the second starting winning opening. It becomes difficult to open normally. On the other hand, in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B, the game ball passes through the second start winning opening by the tilt control in which the movable blade piece is tilted when the solenoid 81 for the normal electric accessory is in the ON state ( It will be in an expanded open state that is easy to enter. In the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B, although the game ball can enter the second start winning opening even in the normal open state, there is a possibility that the game ball may enter more than in the expanded open state. You may comprise so that it may become low. Alternatively, the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B may be configured so that the game ball does not enter the second starting winning opening in the normally open state, for example, by closing the second starting winning opening. As described above, the second start winning opening as the second start area is in an expanded open state in which game balls easily pass (enter), and in a normal open state in which game balls hardly pass (enter) or cannot pass (enter). And change.

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

  A special variable winning ball device 7 is provided below the normal winning ball device 6A and the normal variable winning ball device 6B. The special variable winning ball apparatus 7 includes a special winning opening door that is opened and closed by a solenoid 82 for the special winning opening door shown in FIG. 2, and the specific region that changes between an open state and a closed state by the special winning opening door. As a big prize opening.

  As an example, in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, when the solenoid 82 for the special prize opening door is in the OFF state, the special prize opening door closes the big winning prize opening, and the game ball passes (enters) the big winning prize opening. Make it impossible. On the other hand, in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, when the solenoid 82 for the big prize opening door is in the ON state, the big winning opening door opens the big winning opening and the game ball passes through the big winning opening (entrance). ). In this way, the special winning opening as a specific area changes into an open state in which a game ball easily passes (enters) and is advantageous to the player, and a closed state in which the game ball cannot pass (enters) and is disadvantageous to the player. To do. Instead of the closed state where the game ball cannot pass (enter) through the big prize opening, or in addition to the closed state, a partially opened state where the game ball hardly passes (enters) through the big prize port may be provided.

  The game ball that has passed (entered) through the big prize opening is detected by, for example, the count switch 23 shown in FIG. Based on the detection of game balls by the count switch 23, a predetermined number (for example, 15) of game balls are paid out as prize balls. In this way, when the game ball passes (enters) through the large winning opening opened in the special variable winning ball apparatus 7, the gaming ball passes through other winning openings such as the first starting winning opening and the second starting winning opening, for example. More prize balls are paid out than when passing (entering). Therefore, if the special prize winning ball device 7 is in the open state, the game ball can enter the special prize winning opening, which is a first state advantageous to the player. On the other hand, if the special prize winning device 7 is closed in the special variable prize winning ball device 7, it becomes impossible or difficult for the player to obtain a prize ball by passing (entering) the game ball to the special prize winning port. This is a disadvantageous second state.

  A normal symbol display 20 is provided at a predetermined position of the game board 2 (on the left side of the game area in the example shown in FIG. 1). As an example, the normal symbol display 20 is composed of 7 segments, dot matrix LEDs, and the like, like the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, and a plurality of types of identification information different from the special symbols. Is displayed (variably displayed) in a variable manner. Such variable display of normal symbols is called a general game (also referred to as “normal game”).

  Above the normal symbol display 20, a universal figure holding display 25 </ b> C is provided. The general-purpose hold indicator 25C includes, for example, four LEDs, and displays the general-purpose hold storage number as the number of effective passing balls that have passed through the passing gate 41.

  In addition to the above-described configuration, the surface of the game board 2 is provided with a windmill that changes the flow direction and speed of the game ball, and a number of obstacle nails. Further, as a winning opening different from the first starting winning opening, the second starting winning opening and the large winning opening, for example, there is a single or plural general winning openings 6C which are always kept in a constant open state by a predetermined ball receiving member. Is provided. In this case, a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls may be paid out as prize balls based on the fact that the game balls that have entered the general prize opening 6C are detected by the general prize switch 24 shown in FIG. In the lowermost part of the game area, there is provided an out port through which game balls that have not entered any winning port are taken.

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

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

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

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

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

  Next, the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 will be schematically described.

  In the pachinko gaming machine 1, the normal symbol display 20 performs variable display of the normal symbol such that the game ball that has passed through the passing gate 41 provided in the gaming area is detected by the gate switch 21 shown in FIG. For example, the normal symbol display 20 is set based on the fact that the normal symbol start condition for starting variable display of the normal symbol, such as the end of the previous general symbol game, is satisfied after the general symbol start condition for the normal symbol start is satisfied. The usual game is started.

  In this normal game, after the normal symbol change is started, when a predetermined time as the normal symbol change time elapses, the fixed normal symbol that is a variable display result of the normal symbol is stopped and displayed (derived display). At this time, if a specific normal symbol (a symbol per ordinary symbol), such as a number indicating “7”, is stopped and displayed as the fixed ordinary symbol, the variable symbol display result of the ordinary symbol becomes “per ordinary symbol”. On the other hand, if a normal symbol other than the symbol per symbol such as a number or symbol other than the number indicating “7” is stopped and displayed as the fixed ordinary symbol, the variable symbol display result of the normal symbol is “ordinary loss”. Become. Corresponding to the fact that the normal symbol variable display result is “per standard”, the expansion / release control (tilt control) is performed in which the movable tulip of the electric tulip constituting the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B is tilted. The normal opening control is performed to return to the vertical position when a predetermined time has elapsed.

  The first start condition is established by the occurrence of a start winning that is detected by the first start opening switch 22A shown in FIG. 2 when the game ball that has passed (entered) the first start winning opening formed in the normal winning ball apparatus 6A. Later, the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A is started based on the fact that the first start condition is satisfied, for example, because the previous special symbol game or the big hit gaming state has ended. Further, the second start condition is determined by the occurrence of a start winning that is detected by the second start opening switch 22B shown in FIG. 2 when the game ball that has passed (entered) the second start winning opening formed in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B. Is established, the special symbol game is started by the second special symbol display device 4B based on the fact that the second start condition is established, for example, because the previous special symbol game or the big hit gaming state has ended.

  In the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B, after the variable symbol display time as the special symbol variable time has elapsed after the variable symbol special display is started, the variable symbol variable symbol is displayed. The resulting definite special symbol (special diagram display result) is derived and displayed. At this time, if a specific special symbol (big hit symbol) is stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol, it will be a “big hit” as a specific display result, and if a special symbol different from the big bonus symbol is stopped and displayed as a fixed special symbol, "

  After the variable display result in the special figure game becomes “big hit”, the game is controlled to the big hit gaming state as a specific gaming state in which a round advantageous to the player (also referred to as “round game”) is executed a predetermined number of times. The advantageous state is not limited to the big hit gaming state (not limited to the specific gaming state), and may include a special gaming state such as a short time state or a probable change state. In addition, the upper limit number of round games that can be executed in the big hit game state is the first round number (for example, “15”) larger than the second round number (for example, “7”), and it can be executed in the short time state. The upper limit number of variable displays is a first number (for example, “100”) greater than the second number (for example, “50”), and the big hit probability in the probability variation state is higher than the second probability (for example, 1/50). The number of consecutive chunks, which is one probability (for example, 1/20), and the number of repeated control that is repeatedly controlled to the big hit gaming state without being controlled to the normal state is greater than the second consecutive number of channels (for example, “5”). It may include a game situation that is more advantageous for the player, such as a part or all of the fact that the number of consecutive channels (for example, “10”) is reached. In the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the present embodiment, as an example, special symbols indicating the numbers “3”, “5”, and “7” are jackpot symbols, and a special symbol indicating the symbol “−” is a lost symbol. It should be noted that each symbol such as a jackpot symbol or a lost symbol in the special symbol game by the first special symbol display device 4A may be different from each symbol in the special symbol game by the second special symbol display device 4B. However, a special symbol common to both special symbol games may be a jackpot symbol or a lost symbol.

  After the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed as a specific symbol in the special game, and the result of the specific display is “big hit”, the big winning door of the special variable winning ball device 7 is in a predetermined upper limit time in the big hit gaming state. The grand prize opening is opened in a period until (for example, 16.2 seconds or 1.8 seconds) elapses or until a predetermined number of winning balls (for example, 9) are generated. Thereby, the round which makes the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 the 1st state (open state) advantageous for a player is performed.

  A special prize-winning ball device that receives a game ball falling on the surface of the game board 2 and then closes the big prize-winning slot, with the grand prize-winning door that has opened the grand prize-winning port during the round. 7 is changed to the second state (closed state) disadvantageous to the player, and one round is completed. The round that is the opening cycle of the big prize opening can be repeatedly executed until the number of executions reaches a predetermined upper limit number (for example, “15” or the like). Even before the number of rounds reaches the upper limit, the execution of the round is terminated when a predetermined condition is satisfied (for example, a game ball does not win the big prize opening and time has passed). May be.

  Of the rounds in the big hit gaming state, the round in which the upper limit time for which the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is in the first state (open state) advantageous for the player is relatively long (for example, 16.2 seconds) It is also called an open round. On the other hand, a round in which the upper limit time for which the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is in the first state (open state) is relatively short (for example, 1.8 seconds) is also referred to as a short-term open round.

  Of the special symbols showing the numbers "3", "5", and "7" that are jackpot symbols, the special symbols showing the numbers "3" and "7" are normally open round jackpot symbols and the number "5" The special symbol indicating is a short-term open round jackpot symbol. In the big hit game state (normal open big hit state) as the normal open round specific game state controlled after the normal open round big hit symbol is derived as the fixed special symbol in the special figure game, the big winning opening of the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 The big prize opening is opened in a period until a predetermined upper limit time (for example, 16.2 seconds) which becomes the first period elapses or a period until a predetermined number (for example, 9) of winning balls are generated. By setting the state, the round in which the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is changed to the first state (open state) advantageous to the player is executed. The normal open big hit state is also referred to as a first specific game state.

  In the big hit game state (short-term open big hit state) as the short-term open round specific game state controlled after the short-term open round big hit symbol is derived as the final special symbol in the special figure game, the special variable winning ball apparatus 7 is set in each round. A second period (for example, 1) where the upper limit time for changing to the first state advantageous to the player (the upper limit of the period during which the big prize opening is opened by the big prize opening door) is shorter than the first period in the normal opening big hit state. 8 seconds). Note that in the short-term open big hit state, it is only necessary to control the opening period of the big prize opening to be the second period, and other control may be performed in the same manner as the normal open big hit state. Alternatively, in the short-term open big hit state, the number of rounds may be set to a second round number (eg, “2”) that is smaller than the first round number (eg, “15”) in the normal open big hit state.

  In such a short-term open big hit state, the opening period of the big winning opening is the second period (1.8 seconds or the like), which is very short compared to the normal open big hit state. However, the second period is a period in which at least one game ball can win a big winning opening. Specifically, in the second period, even if a game ball is fired toward the grand prize opening immediately after the player recognizes that the big prize opening has been opened, It is a period when you can win a prize. Therefore, even in the short-term open big hit state, the player can obtain at least a predetermined number (for example, 15) of balls (prize balls). The short-term open big hit state is also called a second specific game state.

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

  Here, the reach state means a decorative symbol (“reach variation symbol” which has not been stopped yet when the decorative symbol stopped and displayed in the display area of the image display device 5 forms part of the jackpot combination. Is also a display state in which the variation continues, or a display state in which all or part of the decorative symbols change synchronously while constituting all or part of the jackpot combination. Specifically, in some of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R (for example, “left” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L and 5R) in advance. The remaining decorative symbol display area (for example, “medium”) that has not yet been stopped when the decorative symbol (for example, the decorative symbol indicating the alphanumeric character “7”) that constitutes the determined jackpot combination is stopped. In the symbol display area 5C, etc., the decorative pattern is changing, or in all or part of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. This is a display state that changes in synchronization while constituting all or part of the combination.

  Further, in response to the reach state, the variation speed of the decorative design is reduced, or a character image (an effect image simulating a person) different from the decorative design is displayed in the display area of the image display device 5. Or changing the display mode of the background image, playing and displaying a moving image that is different from the decorative design, or changing the variation mode of the decorative design, performing a different rendering operation than before reaching the reach state May be. Such effect operations such as display of the character image, change of the display mode of the background image, reproduction display of the moving image, and change of the decorative pattern change mode are referred to as reach effect display (or simply reach effect). In the reach effect, not only the display operation in the image display device 5 but also the sound output operation by the speakers 8L and 8R, the lighting operation (flashing operation) in the light emitter such as the game effect lamp 9, and the like are in the reach state. An operation mode different from the previous operation mode may be included.

  As an effect operation in the reach effect, a plurality of types of effect patterns (also referred to as “reach patterns”) having different operation modes (reach modes) may be prepared in advance. Each reach mode has a different possibility of “big hit” (also referred to as “reliability” or “big hit reliability”). That is, it is possible to vary the possibility that the variable display result will be a “hit” depending on which of the multiple types of reach effects is executed.

  In this embodiment, as an example, in this embodiment, reach modes such as normal reach and super reach are preset. Then, when the reach form of super reach appears, the possibility that the variable display result will be “big hit” (expected degree of big hit) is higher than when the reach form of normal reach appears. As will be described in detail later, in this embodiment, super-reach effects such as super reach A, super reach B, and super reach C are prepared in advance.

  During the variable display of decorative designs, unlike reach production, the variable display status of decorative designs may become reach status, and the variable display result may be a `` big hit '', etc. There may be a case where a variable display effect for informing the player is given in accordance with a variable display mode of decorative symbols. In this embodiment, variable display effects such as “sliding” and “pseudo-continuous” can be executed. It is only necessary to determine whether or not the “sliding” and “pseudo-continuous” variable display effects should be executed in response to the change pattern being determined on the main board 11 side. Whether or not the variable display effect of “slip” is to be executed on the side of the effect control board 12 may be determined regardless of the variation pattern determined on the side of the main board 11.

  In the variable display effect of “slip”, the decorative symbols are changed in all of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, and then a plurality of decorative symbol display areas (for example, After the decorative symbols are temporarily stopped and displayed in the “left” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5R, etc., a predetermined number (for example, “1” or “2” of the temporarily stopped display of decorative symbols is displayed. )) In the decorative symbol display area (for example, one or both of the “left” decorative symbol display area 5L and the “right” decorative symbol display area 5R), and then the display is stopped and displayed again. An effect display for changing the decorative design to be stopped is performed. Thus, in the variable display effect of “slip”, a predetermined number of decorative symbols are displayed after temporary display of a plurality of decorative symbols from the start of variable display of decorative symbols to the display of a definite decorative symbol resulting in variable display. When the variable display state of the decorative pattern is re-executed, the variable display state of the decorative pattern becomes the reach state, and when the decorative symbol constituting the non-reach combination is stopped and displayed without reaching the reach state. is there.

  In the “pseudo-ream” variable display effect, the variable display of the decorative symbol is started in response to one of the first start condition and the second start condition of the special figure game being satisfied once. Before the final determined decorative symbol is derived and displayed, the decorative symbols are temporarily stopped and displayed in all of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. The effect display in which the decorative symbols are changed again (pseudo-variable) in all the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R can be performed a predetermined number of times (for example, up to three times). The number of quasi-continuous fluctuations is displayed for the left, middle, and right decorative symbols, excluding the first variation after all decorative symbols are temporarily suspended after the decorative symbol variable display starts. This is the number of times that the decorative symbols re-variate in all of the areas 5L, 5C, and 5R.

  In the “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect, for example, one of a plurality of types of pseudo-ream chances determined in advance in the “left”, “middle” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C and 5R Are temporarily stopped and displayed as a predetermined display result. Thereafter, pseudo continuous variation (re-variable display) is performed. In this embodiment, in the variable display effect of “pseudo-continuous”, the first start condition or the second start condition is satisfied once by performing the pseudo-continuous change (re-change) once to three times. Based on this, it is possible to make it appear as if the variable display of the decorative symbols has been started 2 to 4 times in succession. Note that the number of pseudo-continuous fluctuations (re-variations) in the “pseudo-continuous” variable display effect may be executed more than one to three times, for example, four or five times.

  In addition to “slip” and “pseudo ream”, variable display effects using the variable display operation of such decorative patterns include, for example, “Development chance eyes”, “Development chance eyes end”, “Slip after chance eyes stop” Various production operations such as these may be executed. Here, in the variable display effect of “Development Opportunity”, “Left”, “Middle”, “Right” from the start of the variable display of the decorative pattern to the display of the fixed decorative pattern resulting in the variable display result. In all of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, the decorative symbols constituting the development chances included in the predetermined special combination are temporarily stopped and displayed, and then the decorative symbol variable display state is reached. A predetermined reach production is started. As a result, when the decorative symbol constituting the development opportunity is temporarily stopped, the variable display state of the decorative symbol becomes the reach state, and the variable display result becomes “big hit” after the reach state is reached. Expectation is enhanced.

  Further, in the variable display effect of “end of development chance”, after the decorative display variable display is started, the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative pattern display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R are all displayed. Then, an effect display is performed in which a decorative pattern having a predetermined combination as an opportunity for development is derived and displayed as a confirmed decorative pattern. In the variable display effect of “slip after the chance stop”, as with the variable display effect of “pseudo ream”, after the variable display of the decorative pattern is started, the fixed decorative pattern that is the variable display result is derived and displayed. After temporarily displaying the decorative symbols of the lost combinations (special combinations) that are the pseudo-continuous chances in all of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of “left”, “middle”, and “right”, Unlike the “pseudo-ream” variable display effect that changes the decorative symbols again in all of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R, the decorative symbols are changed again in some of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. By doing so, an effect display for changing the decorative design to be stopped is performed.

  During variable display of decorative designs, unlike reach display or variable display effects such as “sliding” or “pseudo-ream”, for example, displaying a predetermined effect image, displaying an image as a message, outputting sound, and a lamp There is a possibility that the decorative display variable display state may reach a reach state due to an effect operation different from the decorative display variable display operation such as lighting, or a reach effect by super reach may be executed. In addition, a notice effect may be executed to notify the player in advance that the variable display result may be a “big hit”. The effect operation that becomes the notice effect is the variable display state of the decorative symbol after the decorative symbol variable display is started in all of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. As long as it is executed prior to reaching the reach state. In addition, the notice effect that notifies that the variable display result may be a “big hit” may include one that is executed after the variable display state of the decorative symbol becomes the reach state.

  When a special symbol that becomes a lost symbol is stopped (derived) as a confirmed special symbol in the special symbol game, the variable symbol display state is not changed to the reach state after the variable symbol variable display is started. In addition, a fixed decorative pattern that is a predetermined non-reach combination may be stopped and displayed. Such a decorative display variable display mode is referred to as a “non-reach” (also referred to as “normal loss”) variable display mode when the variable display result is “losing”.

  When a special symbol that becomes a lost symbol is stopped (derived) as a confirmed special symbol in the special symbol game, the variable symbol display state is reached after the variable symbol variable display starts. Correspondingly, after the reach effect is executed, or when the reach effect is not executed, a fixed decorative pattern that becomes a predetermined reach lose combination may be stopped and displayed. Such a variable display result of the decorative design is referred to as a variable display mode of “reach” (also referred to as “reach lose”) when the variable display result is “losing”.

  When the special big win symbol such as the special symbol indicating the number “3” is stopped and displayed as a special symbol for the special opening game as a special symbol for the special opening game, the variable display state of the decorative symbol is changed. Corresponding to reaching the reach state, after a predetermined reach effect is executed or without a reach effect, a predetermined normal big hit combination (“non-probability variable big hit combination) among a plurality of types of big hit combinations ”) Is displayed in a stopped manner. For example, the symbol number that is variably displayed in each of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the image display device 5 is “1”. Among the decorative symbols of “8”, any one of the decorative symbols having the even numbers “2”, “4”, “6”, “8” is “left”, “middle”, “right”. Any of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R may be stopped and displayed on a predetermined effective line. Ornamental symbols having even numbers “2”, “4”, “6”, and “8” that constitute a normal jackpot combination are referred to as normal symbols (also referred to as “non-probable variation symbols”).

  Corresponding to the fact that the confirmed special symbol in the special figure game becomes the normal jackpot symbol, the fixed ornament symbol of the normal jackpot combination is stopped and displayed after the predetermined reach effect is executed or the reach effect is not executed. The decorative display variable display mode is referred to as a variable display mode (also referred to as “big hit type”) of “non-probable change” (also referred to as “normal big hit”) when the variable display result is “big hit”. Based on the fact that the variable display result is “big hit” for the big hit type of “non-probable change”, the normal open big hit state is controlled, and after the end, time reduction control (time reduction control) is performed. By performing the time-shortening control, the special symbol variable display time (special symbol variation time) in the special symbol game is shortened compared to the normal state. The normal state is a normal game state that is different from a specific game state such as a big hit game state, and is an initial setting state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 (for example, an initialization process after power-on, such as when a system reset is performed) The same control as in the state in which is executed. In the time-saving control, one of the conditions is established first, that is, a special game is executed a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times) after the big hit gaming state is finished and the variable display result is “big hit”. Sometimes it just needs to end.

  As a confirmed special symbol in the special symbol game, among the special symbols that are normally open round jackpot symbols, when the probability variable bonus symbol such as a special symbol indicating the number “7” is stopped and displayed, the decorative symbol variable display state is Corresponding to reaching the reach state, after a reach effect similar to the case where the variable display mode of the decorative design is “normal”, or after the reach effect is not executed, a plurality of types of jackpot combinations Among them, a fixed decorative symbol that is a predetermined probability variation big hit combination may be stopped and displayed. For example, the symbol number that is variably displayed in each of the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the image display device 5 is “1”. Among the decorative symbols of “8”, any one of the decorative symbols whose symbol numbers are odd numbers “1”, “3”, “5”, “7” is “left”, “middle”, “right”. Any of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R may be stopped and displayed on a predetermined effective line. The decorative symbols having odd numbers “1”, “3”, “5”, and “7” constituting the probability variation jackpot combination are referred to as probability variation symbols. When the probability variation jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol in the special figure game, the fixed decoration symbol that is a normal jackpot combination may be stopped and displayed as a variable display result of the decoration symbol.

  Regardless of whether the confirmed decorative symbol is a normal jackpot combination or a promiscuous jackpot combination, the variable display mode in which the probable jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol in the special figure game has a variable display result of “big hit” This is referred to as a variable display mode of “probability change” (also referred to as “big hit type”). Based on the fact that the variable display result is “big hit” in the “big change” big hit type, the normal open big hit state is controlled, and after the end, the probability variation control (probability change control) is performed together with the time reduction control. By performing the probability variation control, the probability that the variable display result (special display result) becomes “big hit” in each special figure game is improved so as to be higher than in the normal state. The certainty control may be ended when the condition that the variable display result is “big hit” and the game is controlled again in the big hit gaming state after the big hit gaming state is ended. Similar to the time-saving control, the probability variation control may be ended when a special number of games (for example, 100 times) is executed after the end of the big hit gaming state. In addition, even if the probability variation control is ended when the probability variation control is ended by the probability variation control lottery executed every time the special game is started after the big hit gaming state is ended, the probability variation control is terminated. Good.

  When the time reduction control is performed, the normal symbol display unit 20 uses the normal symbol display unit 20 to make the normal symbol change time (normal symbol change time) shorter than that in the normal state, or to change the normal symbol in each time the normal symbol game. Control for improving the probability that the display result is “per normal figure” than in the normal state, and tilt control of the movable blade piece in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B based on the fact that the variable display result is “per normal figure”. The game ball can easily pass (enter) the second start winning opening, such as a control to make the tilt control time for performing longer than that in the normal state, and a control to increase the number of tilts than in the normal state. Control that is advantageous to the player is performed by increasing the possibility that the start condition is satisfied. In this way, the control that facilitates the entry of the game ball into the second start winning opening in accordance with the time-shortening control and is advantageous to the player is also referred to as high opening control. As the high opening control, any one of these controls may be performed, or a plurality of controls may be performed in combination.

  By performing the high opening control, the frequency at which the second start winning opening becomes the expanded opening state is higher than when the high opening control is not performed. As a result, the second start condition for executing the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B is easily established, and the special figure game can be executed frequently. In addition, the time until the variable display result becomes “big hit” is shortened. The period during which the high opening control can be performed is also referred to as a high opening control period, and this period may be the same as the period during which the time reduction control is performed.

  The gaming state in which both the short time control and the high opening control are performed is also referred to as a short time state or a high base state. The gaming state in which the probability variation control is performed is also referred to as a probability variation state or a high probability state. A gaming state in which the time-shortening control or the high opening control is performed together with the probability variation control is also referred to as a high probability high base state. The probability variation state in which only the probability variation control is performed and the short time control or the high opening control is not performed is also referred to as a high probability low base state. It should be noted that only the gaming state in which the time-shortening control or the high opening control is performed together with the probability variation control is sometimes referred to as a “probability variation state”, and may be referred to as a time variation probability variation state in order to be distinguished from the high probability low base state. On the other hand, a probability variation state (high probability low base state) in which only time variation control is performed and time reduction control or high opening control is not performed is sometimes referred to as a time variation probability variation state in order to be distinguished from a high accuracy high base state. The short time state in which the short time control or the high opening control is performed without performing the probability variation control is also referred to as a low probability high base state. The normal state in which neither the probability variation control, the time reduction control nor the high opening control is performed is also referred to as a low probability low base state. When at least one of time-shortening control and probability variation control is performed in a gaming state other than the normal state, the probability that the special-purpose game can be executed frequently and the variable display result in each special-purpose game becomes “big hit” As a result, the player is in an advantageous state. A gaming state advantageous to a player different from the big hit gaming state is also referred to as a special gaming state.

  When a short-term opening round jackpot symbol such as a special symbol indicating the number “5” is stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol in the special symbol game, the variable symbol display state of the decorative symbol does not reach the reach state, and the opening chance One of a plurality of predetermined combinations of fixed decorative symbols may be stopped and displayed. In addition, when the short-term open round jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed as a special symbol to be confirmed in the special symbol game, a predetermined reach effect is executed in response to the variable display state of the decorative symbol having reached the reach state. Later, a fixed decorative pattern that is a predetermined reach combination (a fixed decorative pattern that is a chance corresponding to a short-term open round big hit state) may be stopped and displayed.

  Corresponding to the fact that the confirmed special symbol in the special figure game becomes the short-term open round jackpot symbol, the variable display mode of the decorative symbol in which various fixed ornament symbols are stopped and displayed is when the variable display result is "big hit" This is referred to as a variable display mode (also referred to as a “big hit type”) of “surprise accuracy” (also referred to as “surprise probability big hit” or “sudden probability change big hit”). Based on the fact that the variable display result is “big hit” with the “big hit” big hit type, the short-term open big hit state is controlled, and after that, the probability change control may be performed.

  A re-lottery effect may be executed during the variable display of the decorative symbols in which the determined decorative symbol is a non-probabilistic big hit combination or a probable big hit combination. In the re-lottery effect, after the decorative symbols that are usually the big hit combinations are displayed temporarily on the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R on the image display device 5, for example, “left ”,“ Medium ”,“ Right ”decorative symbols display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R with the same decorative symbols in the same state, and then fluctuate again. One of the decorative symbols (normal symbols) to be combined is stopped and displayed as a final decorative symbol (final stop display). Here, when the re-lottery effect is executed when the big hit type is “non-probable change”, as the re-lottery effect, the fixed decorative symbol that becomes the normal jackpot combination after re-changing the temporarily stopped decorative symbol is displayed. A re-lottery selection effect for deriving and displaying is performed. On the other hand, when the re-lottery effect is executed when the big hit type is “probable change”, as the re-lottery effect, the confirmed decoration that becomes a probable big hit combination after re-changing the temporarily stopped display of the decorative symbols A re-lottery winning effect that stops and displays a symbol may be executed, or a re-lottery winning effect may be executed.

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

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

  In the jackpot promotion effect, there is a jackpot promotion promotion effect that informs that there is a promotion that the gaming state becomes a probable change state even though the confirmed decorative pattern is a normal jackpot combination, and that there is no promotion that becomes a probable change state There is a promotion promotion failure during the jackpot to be notified. For example, in the jackpot promotion effect, the decorative symbol is variably displayed in the display area of the image display device 5 and either the normal symbol or the probability variable symbol is stopped and displayed as the effect display result, or the decorative symbol is variably displayed. May be notified so that the player can recognize the presence or absence of promotion to be in a certain change state by displaying different effect images.

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

  The main board 11 is a main-side control board, and various circuits for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 are mounted. The main board 11 is mainly directed to a sub-side control board composed of a random number setting function used in a special game, a function of inputting a signal from a switch or the like disposed at a predetermined position, and an effect control board 12 and the like. A function of outputting and transmitting a control command as an example of command information as a control signal and a function of outputting various information to a hall management computer are provided. In addition, the main board 11 controls turning on / off of each LED constituting the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B to control variable display of the first special diagram and the second special diagram. And a function for controlling the variable display of a predetermined display symbol, such as controlling the variable symbol display of the normal symbol indicator 20 by performing on / off / coloring control of the normal symbol indicator 20. ing.

  The main board 11 includes, for example, a game control microcomputer 100, a switch circuit 110 that receives detection signals from various switches for game ball detection and transmits the detection signals to the game control microcomputer 100, and the game control microcomputer 100. A solenoid circuit 111 that transmits a solenoid drive signal to the solenoids 81 and 82 is mounted.

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

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

  As shown in FIG. 2, wiring for transmitting detection signals from the general winning switch 24, the gate switch 21, the first start port switch 22 </ b> A, the second start port switch 22 </ b> B, and the count switch 23 is connected to the main board 11. ing. The general winning switch 24, the gate switch 21, the first start port switch 22A, the second start port switch 22B, and the count switch 23 detect a game ball as a game medium such as a sensor. Any structure having an arbitrary configuration is possible. In addition, the main board 11 includes a first special symbol display device 4A, a second special symbol display device 4B, a normal symbol display device 20, a first hold display device 25A, a second hold display device 25B, and a general drawing hold display device 25C. The wiring which transmits the command signal for performing display control of these etc. is connected.

  A control signal transmitted from the main board 11 toward the effect control board 12 is relayed by the relay board 15. The control command transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 via the relay board 15 is, for example, an effect control command transmitted and received as an electric signal. The effect control command includes, for example, a display control command used for controlling an image display operation in the image display device 5, a voice control command used for controlling sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R, and a game effect lamp 9. And a lamp control command used for controlling the lighting operation of the decorative LED and the like.

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

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

  The random number circuit 104 only needs to count numerical data indicating some or all of the various random number values used for controlling the progress of the game. The CPU 103 uses a random counter different from the random number circuit 104 such as a random counter provided in the RAM 102, for example, and periodically or irregularly updates various numerical data by software so that a part of various random values can be obtained. You may make it count the numerical data which show. The software executed by the CPU 103 to update the random count value may be for updating the random count value separately from the numerical data update operation in the random number circuit 104, or may be extracted from the random number circuit 104. The random count value may be updated by performing predetermined processing such as scramble processing or arithmetic processing on all or part of the numerical data. Such random numbers used to control the progress of the game are also referred to as game random numbers.

  FIG. 3 shows a variation pattern in this embodiment. In this embodiment, among the cases where the variable display result is “losing”, the variable display mode of the decorative design is “non-reach” and “reach”, respectively. Corresponding to the case where the display result is “big hit”, a plurality of variation patterns are prepared in advance. The variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “losing” and the decorative symbol variable display mode is “non-reach” is called a non-reach variation pattern (also referred to as “non-reach loss variation pattern”) and is variable. The variation pattern corresponding to the case where the display result is “losing” and the decorative symbol variable display mode is “reach” is referred to as a reach variation pattern (also referred to as “reach loss variation pattern”). Further, the non-reach variation pattern and the reach variation pattern are included in the loss variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “lost”. A variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “big hit” is referred to as a big hit variation pattern.

  The big hit fluctuation pattern and the reach fluctuation pattern include a normal reach fluctuation pattern in which a reach reach effect of normal reach is executed and a super reach change pattern in which a reach effect of super reach is executed. The super reach variation pattern has a reach effect such as super reach A, super reach B, and super reach C, regardless of whether the variable display result is “big hit” or “lost”.

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

  An I / O 105 included in the game control microcomputer 100 is used to input various signals transmitted to the game control microcomputer 100 and to transmit various signals to the outside of the game control microcomputer 100. And an output port.

  As shown in FIG. 2, the effect control board 12 is provided with an effect control CPU 120 that performs a control operation according to a program, a ROM 121 that stores an effect control program, fixed data, and the like, and a work area for the effect control CPU 120. Random number for updating numerical data indicating random numbers independently of the RAM 122, the display control unit 123 for executing processing for determining the control content of the display operation in the image display device 5, and the effect control CPU 120 A circuit 124 and an I / O 125 are mounted.

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

  The effect control CPU 120, the ROM 121, and the RAM 122 may be included in a one-chip effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board 12.

  In the effect control board 12, wiring for transmitting a video signal to the image display device 5, wiring for transmitting a sound effect signal as an information signal indicating sound number data to the sound control board 13, Wiring for transmitting an electrical decoration signal as an information signal indicating lamp data is connected to the lamp control board 14. Furthermore, on the effect control board 12, wiring for transmitting from the controller sensor unit 35A an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the player's operation action on the stick controller 31A has been detected, and a game for the push button 31B. Wiring for transmitting from the push sensor 35B an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the user's operation action has been detected is also connected.

  On the effect control board 12, for example, the random number circuit 124 or the like counts the numerical data indicating various random values used for controlling the effect operation so as to be updatable. The random number used for controlling such a production operation is also called a production random number.

  In addition to the effect control program, the ROM 121 mounted on the effect control board 12 shown in FIG. 2 stores various data tables used for controlling the effect operation. For example, the ROM 121 includes a plurality of determination tables prepared for the effect control CPU 120 to perform various determinations, determinations, and settings, table data configuring the determination table, pattern data configuring various effect control patterns, and the like. It is remembered.

  As an example, in the ROM 121, the effect control CPU 120 controls the effect operations by various effect devices (for example, the image display device 5, speakers 8L and 8R, the game effect lamp 9, the decoration LED, the effect model, etc.). An effect control pattern table storing a plurality of types of effect control patterns to be used is stored. The effect control pattern is composed of data indicating the control contents corresponding to various effect operations executed in accordance with the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. The effect control pattern table only needs to store, for example, an effect control pattern during special figure change, a notice effect control pattern, and various effect control patterns.

  The special-control variation production control pattern corresponds to a plurality of types of variation patterns in the period from the start of the variation of the special symbol in the special-sign game until the finalized special symbol that is the special-sign display result is derived and displayed. Consists of data indicating the contents of control of various effect operations, such as effect display operations in decorative symbol variable display operations, reach effects, re-lottery effects, etc., or various effect display operations that do not involve variable display of decorative symbols Has been. The notice effect control pattern is composed of data indicating the control content of the effect operation that becomes the notice effect executed in response to the notice pattern in which a plurality of patterns are prepared in advance. The various effect control patterns are composed of data indicating the control contents corresponding to various effect operations executed in accordance with the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. In the special-figure variation production control pattern, for example, a plurality of types of reach production control patterns with different production modes in each reach production may be included for each variation pattern that executes the reach production.

  The effect control CPU 120 sets an effect control pattern (special-figure variation effect control pattern) based on the variation pattern indicated in the variation pattern designation command, for example, when starting variable display of decorative symbols. The effect control CPU 120 sets a corresponding effect control pattern (notice effect control pattern), for example, when execution of a predetermined effect such as a notice effect is started. Here, when setting the effect control pattern, the pattern data constituting the corresponding effect control pattern may be read from the ROM 121 and temporarily stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122, or the corresponding effect control pattern is configured. The storage address of the pattern data in the ROM 121 may be temporarily stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122, and the reading position of the storage data in the ROM 121 may be designated. A command according to the effect control pattern set in this way is output from the effect control CPU 120 to the display control unit 123, the sound control board 13, and the like. In the display control unit 123 that has received a command from the effect control CPU 120, for example, a predetermined VDP or the like is developed by reading out image data indicated by the command from an image data memory such as CGROM and temporarily storing it in the VRAM. On the voice control board 13 that has received a command from the effect control CPU 120, for example, the voice synthesis IC reads out the voice data indicated by the command from the voice data ROM and temporarily stores it in the voice RAM or the like. . After that, every time the production control process timer value is updated, it is determined whether or not it matches any of the production control process timer judgment values. If they match, the production operation according to the corresponding various control data Control.

  The RAM 122 mounted on the effect control board 12 is provided with an area for holding various data used for controlling the effect operation.

  Next, the operation (action) of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in this embodiment will be described.

  In the main board 11, when power supply from a predetermined power supply board is started, the game control microcomputer 100 is activated, and the CPU 103 executes a predetermined process as a game control main process. When the game control main process is started, the CPU 103 performs the necessary initial setting after setting the interrupt prohibition. In this initial setting, for example, the RAM 102 is cleared. Also, register setting of a CTC (counter / timer circuit) built in the game control microcomputer 100 is performed. Thereby, thereafter, an interrupt request signal is sent from the CTC to the CPU 103 every predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds), and the CPU 103 can periodically execute timer interrupt processing. When the initial setting is completed, an interrupt is permitted and then loop processing is started. In the game control main process, a process for returning the internal state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 to the state at the time of the previous power supply stop may be executed before entering the loop process.

  When the CPU 103 that has executed such a game control main process receives an interrupt request signal from the CTC and receives an interrupt request, it executes a game control timer interrupt process. When the game control timer interrupt process shown in FIG. 14 is started, the CPU 103 first executes a predetermined switch process, whereby the gate switch 21, the first start port switch 22A, and the second start port are set via the switch circuit 110. The state of detection signals input from various switches such as the switch 22B and the count switch 23 is determined (step S11). Subsequently, by executing predetermined main-side error processing, abnormality diagnosis of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is performed, and if necessary, a warning can be generated according to the diagnosis result (step S12). Thereafter, by executing a predetermined information output process, for example, data such as jackpot information, start information, probability variation information supplied to a hall management computer installed outside the pachinko gaming machine 1 is output (step S13).

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

  Following the special symbol process, the normal symbol process is executed (step S16). The CPU 103 controls the display operation of the normal symbol display 20 by executing the normal symbol process, thereby enabling variable display of the normal symbol, setting of the tilting operation of the movable blade piece in the normal variable winning ball apparatus 6B, and the like. To do.

  After executing the normal symbol process, the CPU 103 transmits a control command from the main board 11 to a sub-side control board such as the effect control board 12 by executing a command control process (step S17). As an example, in the command control process, in response to the setting in the command transmission table specified by the value of the transmission command buffer provided in the game control buffer setting unit 155, among the output ports included in the I / O 105, effect control After setting the control data in the output port for transmitting the effect control command to the board 12, the predetermined control data is set in the output port of the effect control INT signal and the effect control INT signal is turned on for a predetermined time. By changing to the off state, etc., it is possible to transmit the effect control command based on the setting in the command transmission table. After executing the command control process, after setting the interrupt enabled state, the game control timer interrupt process is terminated.

  FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing an example of the special symbol process. In this special symbol process, the CPU 103 first executes a start winning determination process (step S101). FIG. 5 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a process executed in step S101 of FIG. 4 as the start winning determination process.

  In the start winning determination process shown in FIG. 5, first, the CPU 103 determines the first based on the detection signal from the first start opening switch 22A provided corresponding to the first start winning opening formed by the normal winning ball apparatus 6A. It is determined whether or not the start port switch 22A is on (step S201). At this time, if the first start port switch 22A is ON (step S201; YES), the first special figure holding memory number that is the holding memory number of the special figure game using the first special figure is a predetermined upper limit value. It is determined whether or not (for example, “4” as the upper limit storage number) (step S202). For example, the CPU 103 only needs to be able to specify the first special figure reserved memory number by reading the first reserved memory number count value that is the stored value of the first reserved memory number counter provided in the RAM 102. When the first special figure reservation storage number is not the upper limit value in step S202 (step S202; NO), for example, the stored value of the start port buffer provided in the RAM 102 is set to “1” (step S203).

  When the first start port switch 22A is OFF in step S201 (step S201; NO), or when the first special figure reservation storage number reaches the upper limit value in step S202 (step S202; YES), it is normal. It is determined whether or not the second start port switch 22B is on based on a detection signal from the second start port switch 22B provided corresponding to the second start winning port formed by the variable winning ball apparatus 6B ( Step S204). At this time, if the second start port switch 22B is on (step S204; YES), the second special figure holding memory number that is the holding memory number of the special figure game using the second special figure is a predetermined upper limit value. It is determined whether or not (for example, “4” as the upper limit storage number) (step S205). The CPU 103 only needs to be able to specify the second special figure reserved memory number by reading the second reserved memory number count value, which is the stored value of the second reserved memory number counter provided in the RAM 102, for example. When the second special figure reservation storage number is not the upper limit value in step S205 (step S205; NO), for example, the stored value of the start port buffer provided in the RAM 102 is set to “2” (step S206).

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

  After executing the processing of step S208, the CPU 103, among the numerical data updated by the random counter of the random number circuit 104 and the RAM 102, the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result and the random value MR2 for determining the jackpot type. Is extracted (step S209). The random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result is a random number value used for determining whether or not to control the jackpot gaming state with the variable display result of a special symbol or the like in the special figure game as “big hit”. It takes a value in the range of “1” to “65535”. The random number MR2 for determining the jackpot type determines the jackpot type, which is the variable display mode of the decorative symbol when the variable display result is “big hit”, as one of “non-probability change”, “probability change”, and “surprise change”. For example, a value in the range of “1” to “100”. The CPU 103 executes the process of step S209 to obtain numerical data indicating a part or all of the random number values used for determining the variable display mode including the variable display result and the variable display time of the special symbol and the decorative symbol. Extract.

  The numerical data indicating each random number extracted in this way is stored by being set as hold information at the head of the empty entry in the special figure hold storage unit corresponding to the start port buffer value (step S210). For example, when the starting port buffer value is “1”, numerical data indicating the random number values MR1 and MR2 are set in the first special figure reservation storage unit 151A as shown in FIG. When the value is “2”, numerical data indicating the random number values MR1 and MR2 are set in the second special figure reservation storage unit 151B as shown in FIG. 6B.

  The first special figure storage unit 151A shown in FIG. 6A generates a start prize (first start prize) when the game ball passes (enters) the first start prize opening formed by the normal prize ball device 6A. However, the pending data of the special figure game that has been started but has not yet been started (the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A) is stored. As an example, the first special figure reservation storage unit 151A associates the reservation number with the winning order (game ball detection order) to the first start winning opening, and sets the first start condition in the passage (entrance) of the game ball. Based on the establishment, numerical data indicating the special figure display result determination random number MR1 or the jackpot type determination random number MR2 extracted from the random number circuit 104 or the like by the CPU 103 is reserved data, and the storage number is a predetermined upper limit. Store until a value (eg "4") is reached. The hold data stored in the first special figure holding storage unit 151A in this way indicates that the execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is being held, and the variable display result (special figure display) in this special figure game. Based on the (result), it becomes the hold information that makes it possible to determine whether or not a predetermined game value is given.

  In the second special figure storage unit 151B shown in FIG. 6 (B), the game ball passes (enters) the second start winning opening formed by the normally variable winning ball apparatus 6B, and the start winning (second starting winning) is made. The pending data of the special figure game that has occurred but has not yet started (the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B) is stored. As an example, the second special figure holding storage unit 151B associates with the holding number in the winning order (game ball detection order) to the second starting winning opening, and sets the second starting condition in the passage (entrance) of the game ball. On the basis of the establishment, numerical data indicating the special figure display result determination random number MR1 or the jackpot type determination random number MR2 extracted from the random number circuit 104 or the like by the CPU 103 is reserved data, and the number is a predetermined upper limit value. Store until it reaches (for example, “4”). The hold data stored in the second special figure storage unit 151B in this way indicates that the execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is being held, and the variable display result (special figure display) in this special figure game. On the basis of (result), it becomes the hold information that makes it possible to determine whether or not a predetermined game value is given.

  Note that the holding information (first holding information) based on the establishment of the first starting condition by passing (entering) the game ball through the first starting winning opening and the gaming ball passing (entering) through the second starting winning opening. Thus, the hold information (second hold information) based on the establishment of the second start winning prize may be stored in association with the hold number in the common hold storage unit. In this case, the start port data indicating whether the game ball has passed (entered) through the first start winning port or the second start winning port may be included in the hold information and stored in association with the hold number. .

  Subsequent to the processing of step S210 shown in FIG. 5, transmission setting of a start opening prize designation command corresponding to the start opening buffer value is performed (step S211). For example, when the starting port buffer value is “1”, the storage address of the first starting port winning designation command table in the ROM 101 is stored in the buffer area designated by the transmission command pointer in the transmission command buffer. 12 to transmit a first start opening prize designation command notifying that the first start condition for executing the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A is satisfied. Set up. On the other hand, when the starting port buffer value is “2”, the storage address of the second starting port winning designation command table in the ROM 101 is stored in the buffer area of the transmission command buffer. The second special symbol display device 4B performs setting for transmitting a second start opening prize designation command for notifying that the second start condition for executing the special figure game using the second special figure is established. . The start opening winning designation command set in this way is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by executing a predetermined command control process after the special symbol process process is completed, for example.

  Thereafter, for example, the storage address of the reserved memory count notification command table in the ROM 101 is stored in the buffer area designated by the transmission command pointer in the transmission command buffer, etc. Is set to transmit either the first reserved memory number notification command for notifying the second reserved memory number notification command for notifying the second special figure reserved memory number (step S212). The reserved memory count notification command set in this way is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by executing a predetermined command control process after the special symbol process process is completed, for example. Instead of the first pending storage number notification command and the second pending storage number notification command, a total pending storage number notification command for notifying the total pending storage number may be transmitted. That is, a total pending storage number notification command for notifying an increase (or decrease) in the total pending storage number may be used.

  After executing the process of step S212, it is determined whether the start port buffer value is “1” or “2” (step S213). At this time, if the start port buffer value is “1” (step S213; “1”), the start port buffer is cleared and the stored value is initialized to “0” (step S214), and then step S204. Proceed to the process. On the other hand, when the starting port buffer value is “2” (step S213; “2”), the starting port buffer is cleared and its stored value is initialized to “0” (step S215). The start winning determination process is terminated. Thereby, even when both the first start port switch 22A and the second start port switch 22B detect the start winning of the game balls that are effective at the same time, the processing based on the detection of both effective start winnings can be completed reliably.

  After executing the start winning determination process in step S101 in FIG. 4, the CPU 103 selects and executes one of the processes in steps S110 to S120 according to the value of the special figure process flag provided in the RAM 102.

  The special symbol normal process in step S110 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “0”. In this special symbol normal processing, the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol are based on the presence / absence of reserved data stored in the first special symbol reservation storage unit 151A and the second special diagram reservation storage unit 151B. It is determined whether or not to start the special game using the display device 4B. Further, in the special symbol normal processing, whether or not the variable display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is set to “big hit” based on the numerical data indicating the random value MR1 for determining the special symbol display result is determined by the variable display result. Make a decision (predetermined) before being displayed. Further, in the special symbol normal process, in response to the variable display result of the special symbol in the special symbol game, the finalized special symbol (big hit symbol, One of the lost symbols) is set. In the special symbol normal process, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to “1” when the variable display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is determined in advance.

  The variation pattern setting process in step S111 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “1”. In this variation pattern setting process, a variation pattern is selected from any of a plurality of variations using numerical data indicating a variation pattern determination random value MR3 based on a predetermined determination result as to whether or not the variable display result is “big hit”. This includes the process of determining whether or not. The random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern is a random value used to determine the variation pattern in the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol as one of a plurality of types prepared in advance. For example, “1” to “ It takes a value in the range of “251”. When the variation pattern setting process is executed and the variable symbol special display is started, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to “2”.

  By the special symbol normal processing in step S110 and the variation pattern setting processing in step S111, a fixed special symbol that results in variable display of the special symbol and a variation pattern including the variable symbol display time of the special symbol and the decorative symbol are determined. That is, the special symbol normal processing and the variation pattern setting processing are performed using the special symbol or decoration pattern using the random value MR1 for determining the special diagram display result, the random value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, and the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern. The variable display mode is determined.

  The special symbol variation process in step S112 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “2”. This special symbol variation process includes a process for setting the special symbol to be varied in the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B, and an elapsed time after the special symbol starts to vary. This includes the process of measuring. For example, each time the special symbol variation process of step S112 is executed, the special symbol variation timer value which is a stored value in the special symbol variation timer provided in the RAM 102 is decremented or added by 1, and the first special symbol display device Regardless of whether the game is a special game using the first special figure in 4A or a special game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B, the elapsed time is measured by a common timer. Done. Further, it is also determined whether or not the measured elapsed time has reached a special figure fluctuation time corresponding to the fluctuation pattern. As described above, the special symbol variation process in step S112 is performed in the special symbol variation in the special symbol game using the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B in the second special symbol display device 4B. It suffices if it is a process for controlling the variation of the special symbol in the special figure game using the figure by a common processing routine. When the elapsed time since the start of the special symbol variation reaches the special symbol variation time, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to “3”.

  The special symbol stop process in step S113 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “3”. In the special symbol stop process, the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B stops the variation of the special symbol, and the fixed special symbol that is the variable symbol display result is stopped and displayed (derived). A process for performing the setting is included. Then, it is determined whether or not the big hit flag provided in the RAM 102 is on. If the big hit flag is on, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “4”. On the other hand, when the big hit flag is off, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “0”.

  The big hit release pre-processing in step S114 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “4”. This big hit release pre-processing includes a process for starting the execution of the round in the big hit gaming state and setting the big winning opening to the open state based on the fact that the variable display result becomes “big hit”, etc. include. In this case, for example, the upper limit of the period during which the big winning opening is opened may be set in accordance with whether the big hit type is “non-probability change”, “probability change”, or “surprise change”. As an example, the upper limit of the period during which the big prize opening is in the open state is set to “16.2 seconds” corresponding to “non-probability change” or “probability change”, and the maximum number of rounds to be executed By setting the number of times of opening of the big winning opening to “15”, it is only necessary to perform the setting of the normal open big hit state. On the other hand, corresponding to the big hit type “surprise”, the upper limit of the period during which the big winning opening is opened is set to “1.8 seconds”, and the number of opening of the big winning opening that becomes the upper limit number of times to execute the round is set. By setting “2” to “2 times”, it is sufficient that the short-term open big hit state is set. At this time, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “5”.

  The big hit release processing in step S115 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "5". The big hit opening process includes a process for measuring an elapsed time after the big winning opening is opened, a number of game balls detected by the measured elapsed time and the count switch 23, and the like. The process etc. which determine whether it became the timing which returns to a closed state from an open state are included. Then, when returning the special winning opening to the closed state, after performing processing for stopping the supply of the solenoid driving signal to the special winning opening door solenoid 82, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “6”. .

  The big hit release post-processing in step S116 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “6”. In this post-hit opening process, the process of determining whether or not the number of rounds in which the winning opening is in the open state has reached the maximum number of opening of the big winning opening, or the maximum number of opening of the big winning opening has been reached. In some cases, processing for setting to transmit a jackpot end designation command is included. When the number of round executions has not reached the maximum value of the number of times of winning the special winning opening, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “5”. The value of the process flag is updated to “7”.

  The big hit end process in step S117 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “7”. In the jackpot end process, a waiting time corresponding to a period in which an ending effect as an effect operation for notifying the end of the jackpot game state is executed by an effect device such as the image display device 5, the speakers 8L and 8R, the game effect lamp 9 or the like. A process of waiting until time elapses, a process of performing various settings for starting the probability variation control and the time reduction control in response to the end of the big hit gaming state, and the like are included. When such setting is performed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “0”.

  FIG. 7 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S110 of FIG. 4 as the special symbol normal process. In the special symbol normal process shown in FIG. 7, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the second special figure holding storage number is “0” (step S231). The second special figure reserved memory number is the reserved memory number of the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B. For example, in the process of step S231, it is only necessary to read the second reserved storage number count value stored in the RAM 102 and determine whether or not the read value is “0”.

  When the second special figure reservation storage number is other than “0” in step S231 (step S231; NO), the second special figure reservation storage unit 151B stores the correspondence corresponding to the reservation number “1”. As data, numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result and the random value MR2 for determining the jackpot type are read out (step S232). The numerical data read at this time may be temporarily stored, for example, in a random number buffer for variation.

  Subsequent to the processing of step S232, for example, by subtracting and updating the second reserved memory number count value by 1, etc., the second special figure reserved memory number is updated by 1 and the second special figure reserved memory is also updated. The hold data indicating the random number values MR1 to MR3 stored in the entries lower than the hold number “1” (for example, entries corresponding to the hold numbers “2” to “4”) are shifted upward by one entry in the unit 151B. (Step S233). Further, in the processing of step S233, the RAM 102 may be updated so as to subtract 1 from the total reserved memory number count value stored in the total reserved memory number counter. At this time, the fluctuation special figure designation buffer value which is the stored value of the fluctuation special figure designation buffer is updated to “2” (step S234).

  When the second special figure reserved memory number is “0” in step S231 (step S231; YES), it is determined whether or not the first special figure reserved memory number is “0” (step S235). The first special figure reserved memory number is the reserved memory number of the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A. For example, in the process of step S235, the first reserved memory number count value stored in the first reserved memory number counter is read from the RAM 102, and it is determined whether or not the read value is “0”. Thus, the process of step S235 is executed when it is determined in step S231 that the second special figure reserved memory number is “0”, and the first special figure reserved memory number is “0”. It is determined whether or not. Thereby, execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is started in preference to the special figure game using the first special figure.

  It should be noted that the special game using the second special figure is not limited to a game executed with priority over the special graphic game using the first special figure. For example, the first start prize opening and the second start prize opening may be used. The execution of the special game may be started in the order in which the game balls enter (pass) and start winnings are generated. In this case, a table for storing data capable of specifying the order in which the start winnings are generated is provided, and the execution of the special game using either the first special figure or the second special figure is started from the stored data. It only has to be determined.

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

  Subsequent to the process of step S236, for example, by updating the first reserved memory number count value by subtracting 1 and updating the first special figure reserved memory number, the first special figure reserved memory is updated. The unit 151A shifts the hold data indicated by the random numbers MR1 and MR2 stored in the entries lower than the hold number “1” (for example, entries corresponding to the hold numbers “2” to “4”) one entry at a time. (Step S237). In the process of step S237, the RAM 102 may be updated so as to subtract 1 from the total reserved memory number count value stored in the total reserved memory number counter. At this time, the variable special figure designation buffer value is updated to “1” (step S238).

  After executing one of the processes of steps S234 and S238, as a use table for determining whether the special figure display result, which is the variable symbol display result, is “big hit” or “losing”. The special figure display result determination table 130A shown in FIG. 8 is set (step S239). Further, the CPU 103 may select the special figure display result determination table data corresponding to the current gaming state. In this embodiment, the common special figure display result determination table 130A is set regardless of whether the variable special figure designation buffer value is “1” or “2”. Different special figure display result determination tables may be set in the use table when the buffer value is “1” and when the variable special figure designation buffer value is “2”.

  In the special figure display result determination table 130A, a fixed special symbol that becomes a variable display result in a special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B is displayed. Before the derivation display, the table is referred to determine whether or not to control the jackpot gaming state with the variable display result as “big hit” based on the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result. . In the special figure display result determination table 130A, the special figure display result determination is made according to whether the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a normal state, a short time state (low accuracy state), or a probability variation state (high accuracy state). A numerical value (determined value) to be compared with the random number MR1 is assigned to the special figure display result of “big hit” or “losing”.

  In the special figure display result determination table 130A, the table data indicating the determination value compared with the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result indicates whether or not the special figure display result is controlled as the big hit gaming state by setting the special figure display result as “big hit”. It is data for decision assigned to the decision result. In the special figure display result determination table 130A, when the gaming state is the probability variation state (high probability state), more determined values than the normal state or the short time state (low probability state) have the “big hit” characteristic. Assigned to diagram display results. As a result, in the probability variation state (high probability state) in which the probability variation control is performed in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the special figure display result is “big hit” compared to the normal state or the short time state (low probability state). If the state is controlled, the probability of being determined increases. That is, in the first special figure display result determination table 130A, when the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a probabilistic state, there is a probability that it will be determined to control the jackpot gaming state compared to the normal state or the short time state. The determination data is assigned to the determination result as to whether or not to control the big hit gaming state so as to increase.

  Subsequent to the process of step S239 shown in FIG. 7, the numerical data indicating the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result stored in the random number buffer for variation is converted into the special figure display results of “big hit” and “lost”. Compared with the assigned decision value, it is decided whether the special figure display result is “big hit” or “lost” (step S240).

  Since the special figure display result determination table data corresponding to the current gaming state is selected in step S239, in the process of step S240, the gaming state when the variable display of the special figure game or the like is started is a probable state. Whether or not the special figure display result is “big hit” is determined using different determination data. For example, when the game state when variable display such as a special figure game is started is the normal state or the short time state, table data corresponding to the case where the game state is the normal state or the short time state in the special figure display result determination table 130A Is selected as the normal determination data, and the special figure display result corresponding to the random value MR1 is determined with reference to this. On the other hand, when the game state when the variable display of the special figure game or the like is started is the probability change state, the table data corresponding to the case where the game state is the probability change state in the special figure display result determination table 130A It is selected as data for determination, and a special figure display result corresponding to the random value MR1 is determined with reference to this data.

  After determining the special figure display result in step S240, it is determined whether or not the special figure display result is “big hit” (step S241). If it is determined that the game is a “hit” (step S241; YES), the big hit flag provided in the RAM 102 is set to an on state (step S242). At this time, the jackpot type determination table 131 shown in FIG. 9 is selected and set as a use table for determining the jackpot type as one of a plurality of types (step S243).

  In the setting example of the big hit type determination table 131, the assignment of the decision value to the big hit type of “surprise” differs depending on whether the variation special chart is the first special figure or the second special figure. That is, when the fluctuation special chart is the first special figure, the predetermined value (the value in the range of “82” to “99”) is assigned to the big hit type of “surprise”, while the fluctuation special figure Is the second special figure, no decision value is assigned to the big hit type of “surprise”. With such a setting, the jackpot type is determined as one of a plurality of types based on the fact that the first start condition for starting the special figure game using the first special figure by the first special symbol display device 4A is satisfied. And determining the jackpot type as one of a plurality of types based on the fact that the second start condition for starting the special figure game using the second special figure by the second special symbol display device 4B is satisfied. Thus, the rate at which the jackpot type is determined to be “surprising” can be varied. In particular, in the special figure game using the second special figure, it is not determined that the big hit type is “surprise” and the short-open big hit state is controlled. In the gaming state where the game ball is likely to enter the second start winning opening formed by 6B, it is possible to avoid the frequent occurrence of the short-term open big hit state where it is difficult to obtain the prize ball, and to prevent a decrease in the game interest due to the extended game .

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

  By referring to the jackpot type determination table 131 set in step S243 shown in FIG. 7, the numerical data indicating the random number MR2 for determining the jackpot type stored in the random number buffer for variation is changed to “non-probable change”, “ Depending on which of the determined values assigned to each jackpot type of “probability change” and “surprise probability” matches, the jackpot type is determined to be a plurality of types (step S244).

  By determining the jackpot type in the processing of step S244, the gaming state after the end of the jackpot gaming state is any one of the short-time state and the probable state that is more advantageous to the player than the short-time state. It is determined before the fixed special symbol as the variable display result is derived. Corresponding to the jackpot type determined in this way, for example, by setting a jackpot type buffer value that is a stored value of the jackpot type buffer provided in the RAM 102 (step S245), the determined jackpot type is stored. As an example, if the big hit type is “non-probable change”, the big hit type buffer value may be “0”, “probable change” may be “1”, and “surprise” may be “2”.

  If it is determined in step S241 that it is not a “hit” (step S241; NO), or after executing the process of step S245, the decision is made in accordance with the decision result of the big win type in the case of the big win gaming state. A special symbol is set (step S248). As an example, when it is determined in step S241 that the special figure display result is not “big hit”, the result is a lost symbol corresponding to the pre-determined result indicating that the special figure display result is “lost”. The special symbol indicating the symbol “-” is set as the confirmed special symbol. If it is determined in step S241 that the special figure display result is “big hit”, the big hit symbols “3”, “5”, “7” corresponding to the big hit type determination result in step S244 are displayed. Any of the special symbols indicating the numbers "" is set as the confirmed special symbol. That is, according to the determination result that the jackpot type is “non-probable change”, the special symbol indicating the number “3” that is the normal jackpot symbol among the normal open round jackpot symbols is set as the confirmed special symbol. Also, according to the determination result that the jackpot type is “probable change”, the special symbol indicating the number “7” that becomes the probability variable big hit symbol among the normal open round big hit symbols is set as the confirmed special symbol. A special symbol indicating the number “5”, which is a short-term open big hit symbol, is set as the confirmed special symbol according to the determination result that the big hit type is “accuracy”.

  After the confirmed special symbol is set in step S248, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to “1” corresponding to the variation pattern setting process (step S249), and then the special symbol normal process is terminated. . In step S235, if the number of reserved figures stored in the special figure game using the first special figure is “0” (step S235; YES), a predetermined demonstration display setting is performed (step S250), and then the special symbol is set. End normal processing. In this demonstration display setting, for example, an effect control command (customer waiting demo designation command) for designating a demonstration display (demonstration screen display) by displaying a predetermined effect image on the image display device 5 is effect control from the main board 11. It is determined whether or not transmission to the substrate 12 has been completed. At this time, if the transmission has been completed, the demonstration display setting is ended as it is. On the other hand, if it has not been transmitted, the setting for transmitting the customer waiting demonstration designation command is performed, and then the demonstration display setting is terminated.

  FIG. 10 is a flowchart illustrating an example of a process executed in step S111 of FIG. 4 as the variation pattern setting process. In the variation pattern setting process shown in FIG. 10, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the big hit flag is on (step S261). If the big hit flag is on (step S261; YES), the big hit fluctuation pattern determination table 132A shown in FIG. Set (step S262). Further, for example, by reading the jackpot type buffer value stored in the RAM 102, it is specified whether the jackpot type is “non-probable change”, “probability change”, or “surprise change” (step S263).

  The jackpot variation pattern determination table 132A, when it is determined (predetermined) that the special figure display result is “big hit”, the variation pattern is changed to a random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern according to the determination result of the jackpot type. This is a table that is referred to in order to determine one of a plurality of types. In the jackpot variation pattern determination table 132A, a numerical value (determination) to be compared with the random number MR3 for variation pattern determination according to whether the determination result of the jackpot type is “non-probability variation”, “probability variation”, or “surprising variation”. Value) is assigned to any one of the fluctuation pattern PA4-1, the fluctuation pattern PB4-1, the fluctuation pattern PB4-2, the fluctuation pattern PB4-3, and the fluctuation pattern PC1-1 to the fluctuation pattern PC1-3.

  In the jackpot variation pattern determination table 132A, there is a portion in which a determined value is assigned to each variation pattern so that the ratio determined for each variation pattern varies depending on which of the plurality of types of jackpot types is determined. . For example, depending on whether the big hit type is “non-probable change” or “probability change”, the determination values for the change pattern PA4-1, change pattern PB4-1, change pattern PB4-2, and change pattern PB4-3 The assignment is different. Thereby, the ratio determined by the same variation pattern can be varied according to the determination result of whether the jackpot type is a plurality of types.

  Further, in the jackpot variation pattern determination table 132A, there is a portion in which determined values are assigned to different variation patterns depending on which of a plurality of types of jackpot types is determined. For example, when the big hit type is “non-probable change” or “probability change”, a decision value is assigned to the fluctuation pattern PA4-1, the fluctuation pattern PB4-1, the fluctuation pattern PB4-2, and the fluctuation pattern PB4-3. On the other hand, no decision value is assigned to the variation patterns PC1-1 to PC1-3. On the other hand, when the big hit type is “surprise”, the decision values are assigned to the variation patterns PC1-1 to PC1-3, while the variation pattern PA4-1 and the variation pattern PB4. No determination value is assigned to -1, fluctuation pattern PB4-2, and fluctuation pattern PB4-3. Thus, when the special figure display result is “big hit” and the big hit type is controlled to the short-term open big hit state according to “surprise”, the fluctuation pattern is determined to be different from the case where the normal open big hit state is controlled. be able to.

  When the big hit type is determined as “non-probability change”, “probability change”, or “surprise change”, depending on whether the game state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a normal state, a probability change state, or a short-time state Thus, the assignment of the decision value to each variation pattern may be made different. Thereby, the ratio determined by the same fluctuation | variation pattern can be varied according to which of a plurality of types of gaming states. Also, when the big hit type is determined as “non-probability change”, “probability change”, or “surprise change”, depending on whether the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is a normal state, a probability change state, or a short-time state Thus, the determined values may be assigned to different variation patterns. Thereby, it is possible to determine different variation patterns depending on which of the plurality of game states. In this embodiment, when the jackpot type is “non-probable change”, more determined values are assigned to the fluctuation pattern PA4-1 indicating the fluctuation pattern of normal reach than in the case of “probability change”. . Therefore, when the reach effect of super reach is executed, the possibility that the jackpot type will be “probability change” is higher than “non-probability change”, so that the player can be expected and Interest can be improved. Further, in the big hit variation pattern determination table 132A shown in FIG. 11A, the variation pattern PB4-2 that performs the reach effect of the super reach B is more preferable than the variation pattern PB4-1 that performs the reach effect of the super reach C. More variation values are assigned to the variation pattern PB4-3 for performing the reach effect of the super reach A, that is, as the variation time becomes longer (see the variation time in FIG. 3) than the variation pattern PB4-2. .

  When the big hit flag is OFF in step S261 shown in FIG. 10 (step S261; NO), the loss fluctuation pattern determination shown in FIG. 11B is used as a use table for determining one of a plurality of fluctuation patterns. The table 132B is selected and set (step S264). For example, by determining whether or not the time reduction flag provided in the RAM 102 is ON, it is specified whether or not the time reduction control in which the time reduction control is performed in the gaming state is a certain change state or the time reduction state (step S265). ).

  When the loss variation pattern determination table 132B is determined (preliminarily determined) to display the special figure display result as “lost”, the variation pattern is selected from any of a plurality of types based on the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern. It is a table that is referenced to determine whether or not.

  In the loss variation pattern determination table 132B, the determined values are varied so that the ratio determined for each variation pattern varies depending on whether the gaming state is the normal state or the time variation control is being performed in the probability variation state or the short time state. There is a part assigned to the pattern. Thereby, the ratio determined to the same variation pattern can be varied depending on whether the gaming state is the normal state or the time-varying control is being performed in the probability variation state or the time-short state. In the loss variation pattern determination table 132B, there are portions where determined values are assigned to different variation patterns depending on whether the gaming state is the normal state or the time variation control is being performed in the probability variation state or the short time state. As a result, different variation patterns can be determined depending on whether the gaming state is the normal state, the time-varying control or the time-shortening control in the time-shortening state. Note that, in the loss variation pattern determination table 132B, in contrast to the big hit variation pattern determination table 132A in FIG. 11A, more determinations are made than the determination values assigned to the variation patterns for performing the reach of super reach. A value is assigned to a non-reach variation pattern. Therefore, when the reach effect of super reach is executed, the expectation level that is a big hit is high. Further, in the loss variation pattern determination table 132B, in contrast to the big hit variation pattern determination table 132A in FIG. 11A, the reach effect of Super Reach B is greater than the variation pattern PB2-1 that performs the reach effect of Super Reach C. The variation pattern PB2-2 for performing the reach effect of the super reach A is more suitable than the variation pattern PB2-2, that is, as the variation time becomes longer (the variation time in FIG. 3). (Ref.) Decided values are assigned so as to decrease. Therefore, the higher the expectation of a big hit is, the more the reach effect of super reach with a long fluctuation time is executed. Therefore, the player's attention can be attracted to the type of reach performance to be executed, and the gaming interest can be improved.

  After one of the processes of steps S263 and S265 shown in FIG. 10 is executed, the usage table is set based on, for example, numerical data indicating a random value MR3 for determining a variation pattern stored in a random number buffer for variation. The variation pattern is determined as one of a plurality of types by referring to the determined variation pattern determination table (step S269). Here, in the process of step S269, the variation pattern of the decorative symbol corresponding to the special symbol game executed using the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 4A is determined based on the establishment of the first start condition. Regardless of whether the variation pattern of the decorative symbol corresponding to the special symbol game executed using the second special symbol is determined by the second special symbol display device 4B based on the fact that the second starting condition is satisfied, Using the numerical data indicating the common random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern updated by a common random counter or the like, the variation pattern can be determined as any of a plurality of types by the common processing module.

  When the jackpot flag is on, table data corresponding to the jackpot type identified by the processing in step S263 is selected from the table data constituting the jackpot variation pattern determination table 132A, and the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern is selected. It is only necessary to be able to determine the variation pattern to which the determination value corresponding to the numerical data indicating is assigned. In this way, the CPU 103 only needs to be able to determine any variation pattern from among a plurality of variation patterns prepared in advance corresponding to the determination result of setting the special figure display result to “big hit”.

  When the small hit flag is on, it is only necessary to refer to the small hit variation pattern determination table 132B and determine a variation pattern to which a determination value corresponding to numerical data indicating the random value MR3 for variation pattern is assigned. In this way, the CPU 103 only needs to be able to determine the variation pattern prepared in advance corresponding to the determination result of setting the special figure display result to “small hit”.

  When both the big hit flag and the small hit flag are off, it is determined whether or not the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is “reach” by determining the variation pattern in the process of step S269. That is, the process of step S269 includes a process of determining whether or not to change the variable display state of the decorative symbol to the reach state when the variable display result is “losing”.

  After the change pattern is determined in step S269, a special figure change time which is a variable symbol display time corresponding to the change pattern determination result is set (step S270). The special figure change time, which is the variable display time of the special symbol, is the time required from the start of the change of the special symbol in the special figure game until the fixed special symbol that becomes the variable display result (special display result) is derived and displayed. It is.

  After executing the processing of step S270, a special game using the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A and a second special symbol in the second special symbol display device 4B according to the variable special symbol designation buffer value. A setting for starting the variation of the special symbol is performed so as to start any of the special game using the figure (step S271). As an example, if the variable special symbol designation buffer value is “1”, a setting for transmitting a drive signal for updating the display of the first special symbol in the first special symbol display device 4A is performed. On the other hand, if the variable special symbol designation buffer value is “2”, a setting for transmitting a drive signal for updating the display of the second special symbol in the second special symbol display device 4B is performed.

  Subsequent to the processing of step S273, settings for transmitting various commands for starting the special symbol change are performed (step S272). For example, when the variation special figure designation buffer value is “1”, the CPU 103 sends a gaming state designation command, a first variation start command, a variation pattern designation command, a variable display result from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. In order to sequentially transmit the notification command and the first pending storage number notification command, the setting data indicating the storage address (start address) in the ROM 101 of the first variation start command table prepared in advance is transmitted in the RAM 102. Store in the buffer area specified by the send command pointer in the command buffer. On the other hand, when the variation special figure designation buffer value is “2”, the CPU 103 sends a gaming state designation command, a second variation start command, a variation pattern designation command, a variable display result from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. In order to sequentially transmit the notification command and the second pending storage number notification command, setting data indicating the storage address in the ROM 101 of the second variation start command table prepared in advance is designated by the transmission command pointer in the transmission command buffer. Stored in the buffer area.

  Here, the first change start command is a command for designating the start of change in a special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 4A. The second variation start command is a command for designating the start of variation in the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 4B. The variation pattern designation command is variably displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the image display device 5 in response to the variable display of the special symbols in the special symbol game. This is a variation pattern designation command for designating a variation pattern such as a decorative pattern. The variable display result notification command is a command for designating a variable display result such as a special symbol or a decorative symbol. The gaming state designation command is a command for designating the current gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  Based on the command transmission setting in step S272, each time a predetermined command control process is executed after the variation pattern setting process is completed, a game state designation command is sent from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12, the first The variation start command or the second variation start command, the variation pattern designation command, the variable display result notification command, the first reserved memory number notification command, or the second reserved memory number notification command are sequentially transmitted. The order in which these effect control commands are transmitted can be arbitrarily changed. For example, after the variable display result notification command is transmitted first, the first variation start command, the second variation start command, or the variation pattern designation command is transmitted. The game state designation command, the first reserved memory number notification command, or the second reserved memory number notification command may be transmitted in this order.

  Thereafter, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “2” which is a value corresponding to the special symbol fluctuation process (step S273), and then the fluctuation pattern setting process is ended.

  FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing an example of the special symbol stop process executed in step 113 of FIG. In the special symbol stop process shown in FIG. 12, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not a special figure fixed display flag provided in, for example, the game control flag setting unit 152 or the like is on (step S291). Here, the special figure fixed display flag is set to the on state by the process of step S295 in response to the fixed special symbol that is the variable display result in the special figure game being derived and displayed.

  When the special figure fixed display flag is OFF in step S291 (step S291; NO), the CPU 103 performs setting for deriving and displaying the fixed special symbol (step S292). Subsequently, the CPU 103 performs setting for transmitting the symbol confirmation designation command to the effect control board 12 (step S293). Subsequently, the CPU 103 sets a special figure fixed display time which is a fixed special symbol stop display time (step S294). Specifically, the CPU 103 sets a predetermined special figure fixed display time as a timer initial value of a special figure fixed display time timer value which is a stored value of a special figure fixed display time timer provided in the game control timer setting unit 153. Should be set. In this embodiment, the time related to the fluctuation pattern is the special figure fluctuation time, and the special figure confirmation display time is a time not related to the fluctuation pattern (for example, a fixed time), but in addition to the special figure fluctuation time, The special figure confirmation display time may also be a time related to the variation pattern. For example, the total time of the special figure fluctuation time and the special figure confirmation display time is the time according to the fluctuation pattern, and the timer initial value of the special figure fluctuation time timer and the timer initial value of the special figure confirmation display time timer according to the fluctuation pattern May be set.

  Subsequent to the process of step S294, the CPU 103 sets the special figure confirmation display flag to the on state (step S295), and then ends the special symbol stop process.

  When the special figure confirmation display flag is ON in step S291 (step S291; YES), it is determined whether or not the special figure confirmation display time has elapsed (step S296). In the process of step S296, for example, it may be determined whether or not the special figure fluctuation time timer set with the timer initial value in step S294 has timed out (whether or not the special figure fluctuation time timer value has become 0). . If the special figure confirmation display time has not elapsed in step S296 (step S296; NO), the special symbol stop process is terminated to wait until the special figure confirmation display time has elapsed.

  When the special figure confirmation display time has elapsed in step S296 (step S296; YES), after clearing the special figure confirmation display flag to turn it off (step S297), it is determined whether or not the big hit flag is on. Determination is made (S298). At this time, if the big hit flag is on (step S298; YES), the big hit start production waiting time is set (step S299). Specifically, as a timer initial value of the jackpot start stage waiting time timer value which is a stored value of the jackpot start stage waiting time timer provided in the game control timer setting unit 153, a predetermined jackpot start stage waiting time is set. Should be set.

  Subsequent to the processing in step S299, the CPU 103 performs setting for transmitting a hit start designation command from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 (step S300). For example, in the process of step S300, the setting data indicating the storage address in the ROM 101 of the hit start designation command table prepared in advance for transmitting the hit start designation command corresponding to the big hit type buffer value is transmitted in the transmission command buffer. What is necessary is just to store in the buffer area | region designated with the pointer.

  Subsequent to the processing in step S300, the CPU 103 clears the big hit flag and turns it off (step S301). Subsequently, the CPU 103 sets, for example, a big hit start flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 152 or the like to an on state (step S302). Subsequently, the CPU 103 performs settings for ending the time reduction state or the probability variation state (step S303). In the process of step S303, for example, the process of clearing the time reduction flag and the probability variation flag provided in the game control flag setting unit 152 to turn off, or the time reduction counter provided in the game control counter setting unit 154 is cleared. Thus, a process for initializing the short-time count value to “0”, a process for clearing the probability variation count counter and initializing the probability variation count value to “0”, and the like may be executed.

  In the present embodiment, the time reduction flag is set to the on state when the high opening control and the time reduction control are performed, and is cleared to be turned off when the time reduction state ends. That is, the fact that the time reduction flag is on indicates that the gaming state is a time reduction state, and high opening control and time reduction control are performed. In addition, the probability variation flag is set to an on state when the probability variation state in which the probability variation control is performed is set, and is cleared to be turned off when the probability variation state ends. That is, the fact that the probability change flag is on indicates that the gaming state is the probability change state, and probability change control is performed. Moreover, the time reduction counter is a counter for counting the remaining number of times for the special figure game in which the time reduction control or the high opening control is performed. The probability variation counter is a counter for counting the remaining number of times for the special game for which probability variation control is performed.

  Subsequent to the processing in step S303, settings are made to transmit a game state designation command from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 (step S304). Thereby, the change (transition) of the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be notified to the effect control board 12 side. In this embodiment, the game state designation command is transmitted regardless of whether the game state has changed or not. However, when the game state has changed (for example, from the short-time state or the probability change state to the normal state). The game state designation command may be transmitted only when it has changed. On the side of the effect control board 12, the current gaming state is specified from the contents of the gaming state designation command transmitted from the main board 11 (including the fact that the gaming state has changed). Instead, the current gaming state may be specified by receiving the hit start designation command. In this case, the game state designation command may not be transmitted by the process of step S304 or the like. After that, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to “4”, which is a value corresponding to the big hit release pre-processing (step S305), and the special symbol stop processing is terminated.

  If the big hit flag is off in step S298 (step S298; NO), it is determined whether or not the time-short state or the probability variation state is to be ended (step S306). For example, in the process of step S306, when the time reduction flag is on, the time reduction count value which is the stored value of the time reduction counter is subtracted, for example, by 1 and updated. It is determined whether the updated time count count value matches a time reduction end determination value (for example, “0”). If the updated time reduction count value does not match the time reduction end determination value, it may be determined not to end the time reduction state, and if it matches, the time reduction state may be determined to end. In the process of step S306, when the probability variation flag is on, the probability variation count value that is the stored value of the probability variation counter is updated by subtracting, for example, one. Judgment is made as to whether or not the count value of the probability change count after the update matches a probability change end determination value (for example, “0”). It may be determined that the probability variation state is not terminated if the updated probability count count value after the update does not match the probability variation end determination value, and that the probability variation state is terminated if the probability variation end count value matches. If it is determined that the time reduction state is to be ended, the time reduction flag is cleared to turn off, and the time reduction state (time reduction control, high opening control) is ended. If it is determined that the probability variation state is to be terminated, the probability variation flag is cleared and turned off, and the probability variation state (probability variation control) is terminated.

  Subsequent to the process of step S306, setting for transmitting a game state designation command from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 is performed (step S307). In the process of step S307, unlike the process of step S304, when both the probability variation flag and the hourly flag are turned off in step S306, a game play end notification command is transmitted together with the gaming state designation command. Perform the settings to be performed. The consecutive resort end notification command is a command indicating that the jackpot consecutive resort has ended. The jackpot renso (renso) means that once it is controlled to the big hit gaming state, it is controlled to the big hit gaming state again until the short-time state or the probability change state is finished. The number controlled to the big hit gaming state until the short-time state or the probability change state is terminated. Through the processing in step S307, it is possible to notify the side of the effect control board 12 that the retreat has ended together with the change (transition) of the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1. In the present embodiment, the game state designation command is transmitted regardless of whether the game state has changed or not. However, in the same manner as the extended game end notification command, the game state has changed (for example, The gaming state designation command may be transmitted only when the state is changed from the short-time state or the probability changing state to the normal state. On the side of the effect control board 12, the current gaming state is specified from the contents of the gaming state designation command transmitted from the main board 11 (including the fact that the gaming state has changed), but instead the main gaming state designation command is sent. The current gaming state may be specified by counting the number of executions of variable display on the side of the effect control board 12 independently of the board 11 side. In this case, the gaming state designation command does not have to be transmitted by the processing in step S307 or the like. Thereafter, the special symbol process flag is cleared and its value is initialized to “0” (step S308), and then the special symbol stop process is terminated.

  FIG. 13 is a flowchart showing an example of the big hit release pre-processing executed in step S114 of FIG. In the big hit release pre-processing shown in FIG. 13, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the big hit start time flag is on (step S131). Here, the big hit start time flag is set to an on state in response to the big hit flag being on in the special symbol stop process of step S113 shown in FIG.

  If the big hit start flag is not on in step S131 (step S131; NO), a big winning opening determination process (see FIG. 16) is executed (step S220) and the process proceeds to step S138. Note that in addition to the big hit opening process in step S115, the big prize opening determination process is also executed in the pre-hit opening process in step S114, so that a winning (over winning) exceeding the winning upper limit determination value can be suitably detected. it can. For example, over-winning can be suitably detected while waiting for the next release (during step S138 (YES)). The special winning opening determination process will be described later.

  If the big hit start time flag is ON in step S131 (step S131; YES), it is determined whether or not the big hit start presentation waiting time has elapsed (step S132). In the process of step S132, for example, whether or not the big hit start presentation waiting time timer for which the timer initial value was set in step S299 of the special symbol stop process has timed out (the big hit start presentation waiting time timer value becomes 0). Whether or not) may be determined.

  If the big hit start presentation waiting time has not elapsed (step S132; NO), the big hit pre-opening process is terminated. If the big hit start time waiting time has elapsed (step S132; YES), the CPU 103 clears the big hit start time flag (step S134). Subsequently, the CPU 103 clears the special winning opening opening number counter (step S135). Specifically, the special winning opening opening count value is initialized to “1”. Subsequently, the CPU 103 reads out the jackpot type buffer value stored in the game control buffer setting unit 155 (step S136).

  Following the process of step S136, an opening control pattern corresponding to the jackpot type buffer value read in step S136 is set (step S137). At this time, as shown in FIG. 14A, for example, if the big hit type buffer value is “2” (probability), an opening control pattern for opening KP1 is set. On the other hand, if the big hit type buffer value is “0” (non-probability change) or “1” (probability change), the release control pattern of the release KP2 is set.

  Following the process of step S137 or the process of step S220, the CPU 103 determines whether or not it is waiting for the next opening (step S138). That is, it is determined whether or not it is during the interval period until the next winning round is opened. In the process of step S138, for example, whether or not the round start waiting time timer for which the timer initial value was set in step S366 of the big hit release post process has timed out (whether or not the round start waiting time timer value has become 0). Can be determined. If it is waiting for the next opening (step S138; YES), that is, if the interval period has not ended, the jackpot opening pre-processing is ended.

  On the other hand, if it is not waiting for the next opening (step S138; NO), that is, if the interval period ends, the CPU 103 controls the opening of the big winning opening (step S139). For example, the CPU 103 sets an opening time for opening the grand prize opening based on the opening control pattern set in step S137 and the count value in the big prize opening number counter, and the big prize opening is opened. Set as follows. Specifically, in the process of step S139, the CPU 103 sets the release control set in step S137 as the timer initial value of the release time timer value that is the stored value of the release time timer provided in the game control timer setting unit 153. What is necessary is just to set the big winning opening opening time (upper limit time to make it open) of a pattern. For example, when the opening control pattern of the opening KP1 shown in FIG. 14B is set, the timer initial value is 1 only when the count value of the special winning opening opening number counter is “1” to “2”. .8 seconds are set, and when the opening control pattern of the opening KP2 shown in FIG. 14B is set, for example, the count value of the winning prize opening number counter is any of “1” to “15” In this case, it is only necessary to set 16.2 seconds as the timer initial value. In the example shown in FIG. 14, it is assumed that the grand prize opening is opened once in one round game, but may be opened a plurality of times. Further, in the process of step S139, for example, a solenoid drive signal for a predetermined large winning opening door solenoid is started to be output via a predetermined solenoid circuit, and so on, so that the large winning opening for opening the large winning opening is made. What is necessary is just to set the solenoid for doors to an ON state.

  Subsequent to the process of step S139, the CPU 103 performs a setting for transmitting a large winning opening open notification command to the effect control board 12 (step S140). Subsequently, the CPU 103 updates the value of the special figure process flag to “5”, which is a value corresponding to the big hit release process (step S141), and then ends the big hit release pre-processing.

  FIG. 15 is a flowchart showing an example of the big hit release process executed in step S115 of FIG. In the big hit opening process shown in FIG. 15, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the big winning opening opening upper limit time has elapsed (step S121). If the special winning opening opening upper limit time has not elapsed (step S121; NO), the special winning opening determination process is executed (step S220). FIG. 16 shows the big hit release pre-processing (step S114) in FIG. 13, the big hit open processing in FIG. 15 (step S115), the big hit release post-processing (step S116) in FIG. 17, and the big hit end processing (step S117) in FIG. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the big prize opening determination process performed by.

  In the special winning opening determination process shown in FIG. 16, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the detection signal transmitted from the count switch 23 is turned on (step S221).

  When the count switch 23 is on (step S221; YES), transmission setting of a big prize opening prize notification command for notifying the effect control board 12 of the winning of a game ball to the big prize opening is performed. (Step S222). Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the value of the special figure process flag is “5”, which is a value corresponding to the big hit release processing (step S223). If the value of the special figure process flag is “5” corresponding to the big hit release processing (step S223; YES), the number of winnings which is the stored value of the winning number counter provided in the game control counter setting unit 154 The count value is updated to add 1 (step S224).

  After the process of step S224 is executed, if the count switch 23 is not turned on at step S221 (step S221; NO), or the value of the special figure process flag is a value corresponding to the big hit release process at step S223. When it is determined that it is not “5” (step S223; NO), it is determined whether or not the detection signal transmitted from the general winning switch 24 is turned on (step S225). When the general winning switch 24 is ON (step S225; YES), it is determined whether or not the value of the special figure process flag is “5” corresponding to the big hit release process (step S226). . If the value of the special figure process flag is “5” corresponding to the big hit release process (step S226; YES), the effect control board 12 is notified of the winning of the game ball to the general winning opening 6C. For this purpose, transmission setting of a general winning opening prize notification command is performed (step S227). In this embodiment, an example in which the transmission setting of the general winning opening winning notification command is performed when the big hit release process is being executed is shown, but the special process flag value is “ In the case of any of “4” to “7”, the transmission setting of the general winning opening winning notification command may be performed. Further, when it is determined that the general winning switch 24 is in the ON state, transmission setting of the general winning opening winning notification command may be performed regardless of the value of the special figure process flag.

  After the process of step S227 is executed, if the general winning switch 24 is not turned on in step S225 (step S225; NO), or the value of the special figure process flag is a value corresponding to the big hit release process in step S226. When it is determined that it is not “5” (step S226; NO), the big prize opening determination process is terminated. It should be noted that the winning number count value only needs to indicate the number of game balls detected by the count switch 23 while one round game is executed.

  Returning to FIG. 15, after the process of step S220 is executed, it is determined whether or not the winning number count value has reached a predetermined winning upper limit determination value (“9” in the present embodiment) (step S126). . If the winning upper limit determination value has not been reached (step S126; NO), the big hit release process is terminated. Here, since the value of the special figure process flag is not updated, the big hit release process is executed again when the next timer interrupt occurs.

  On the other hand, if the big winning opening opening upper limit time has elapsed in step S121 (step S121; YES), or if it is determined in step S126 that the winning upper limit determination value has been reached (step S126; YES), this time It is determined that the round game will be finished, and the opening end control is performed to return the open winning prize opening to the closed state (step S127). At this time, setting for stopping transmission of the drive signal to the solenoid 82 may be performed.

  Following the processing of step S127, the winning number counter is cleared and the winning number count value is initialized to “0” (step 128). Then, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “6” corresponding to the processing after the big hit release (step S129), and then the big hit release processing is ended.

  FIG. 17 is a flowchart showing an example of the big hit release post-processing executed in step S116 of FIG. In the post-hit-opening process shown in FIG. 17, the CPU 103 first executes the big winning opening determination process shown in FIG. 16 (step S220). As described above, in addition to the big hit opening process in step S115, the big winning opening determination process is also executed in the post-hit opening process in step S116, thereby suitably detecting a winning (over winning) exceeding the winning upper limit determination value. be able to.

  After executing the big prize opening determination process shown in FIG. 16, the CPU 103 updates the value so that the big prize opening number-of-times count value is incremented by 1 (step S364). Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the updated big winning opening opening count value has reached the maximum value (step S365).

  The “maximum value” in step S365 is to be compared with the updated winning prize opening number count value, and the initial value of the winning prize opening number count value is “1”. The “maximum value” is a number obtained by adding 1 to the upper limit number of rounds. For example, when the upper limit number of rounds is controlled to a normal open big hit state with 15 rounds, the “maximum value” is “16”, and when the upper limit number of rounds is controlled to a short open big hit state with two rounds. The “maximum value” is “3”. It should be noted that instead of the updated large winning opening opening count value, it may be compared with the maximum winning opening opening count value before updating and the “maximum value”. In this case, the “maximum value” may be set as the upper limit number of rounds.

  If the winning prize opening opening count value is other than the maximum value (step S365; NO), a round start waiting time (interval time) is set (step S366). Specifically, the CPU 103 sets a predetermined round start waiting time as a timer initial value of the round start waiting time timer value which is a stored value of the round start waiting time timer provided in the game control timer setting unit 153. That's fine. Subsequently, the CPU 103 performs setting for transmitting a notification command after opening the big prize opening to the effect control board 12 (step S367). After executing the process of step S367, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “4” which is a value corresponding to the pre-hit release process (step S368), and the post-hit release process is terminated. Thus, until it is determined by the process of step S365 that the updated big prize opening number count value is the maximum value, the process of steps S114 to S116 shown in FIG. Multiple rounds of opening the grand prize opening can be executed. Further, by setting the round start waiting time in the process of step S366, the next open waiting is performed in the process of step S114 shown in FIG. 13 until the round start waiting time elapses (step S138; YES). The next round can be started after a desired interval period.

  When the winning prize opening number count value is the maximum value in step S365 (step S365; YES), the effect waiting time at the end of the big hit is set (step S369). Specifically, as a timer initial value of the big hit end presentation waiting time timer value which is a stored value of the big hit end presentation wait time timer provided in the game control timer setting unit 153, a predetermined big hit end presentation wait time is set. Should be set. Subsequently, a setting for transmitting a hit end designation command to the effect control board 12 is performed (step S370). Thereafter, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “7” which is a value corresponding to the big hit end process (step S371), and then the big hit release post-processing is ended. In this manner, by setting the big hit end presentation waiting time in the process of step S369, in accordance with the end of the ending effect executed on the side of the production control board 12 in the process of step S117 shown in FIG. The special symbol normal process of step S110 shown in FIG. 4 can be executed.

  FIG. 18 is a flowchart showing an example of the big hit end process executed in step S117 of FIG. In the jackpot end process shown in FIG. 18, the CPU 103 first determines whether or not the jackpot end presentation waiting time has elapsed (S321). In the processing of step S321, for example, whether or not the big hit end presentation waiting time timer for which the timer initial value was set in step S369 of the big hit release post processing has timed out (the big hit end presentation waiting time timer value becomes 0). Whether or not) may be determined. If the big hit end presentation waiting time has not elapsed in step S321 (step S321; NO), the big winning opening determination process shown in FIG. 16 is executed (step S220), and the big hit end process is ended. In this way, in addition to the big hit opening process in step S115, the big win opening determination process is also executed in the big hit end process in step S117, so that a winning exceeding the winning upper limit determination value (over winning) is suitably detected. Can do.

  When the big hit end production waiting time has elapsed in step S321 (step S321; YES), settings for starting the probability variation control are performed (step S322). Specifically, in the process of step S322, the probability variation flag is set to the on state, and an initial value (for example, 100 times) corresponding to the upper limit value of the special figure game capable of executing the probability variation control is set in the probability variation counter. .

  Subsequent to the processing in step S322, settings for starting the time reduction control and the high opening control are performed (step S323). Specifically, in the process of step S323, the time reduction flag is set to the on state, and an initial value (for example, 100 times) corresponding to the upper limit value of the special figure game capable of executing the time reduction control or the high opening control is set to the time reduction number. Set to counter.

  Subsequent to the process of step S322, setting for transmitting a game state designation command from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 is performed (step S324). Thereby, the gaming state after the big hit gaming state is finished in the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be notified to the side of the effect control board 12. Thereafter, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “0” (step S325), and then the execution of the big hit end process is ended.

  In addition, when the setting for starting the high opening control is performed by the big hit end process, the process for performing the high opening control is executed in the normal symbol process. For example, when the hour / hour flag is on, the ratio of the decision to make the ordinary map display result “per ordinary figure” may be higher than when the hour / hour flag is not on. As an example, the number of decision values (values to be compared with the numerical data indicating the random number MR5 for determining the usual drawing display result) assigned to “per common figure” to be referred to when the time flag is on is as follows: More than the number of decision values (values to be compared with the numerical data indicating the random value MR5 for determining the usual drawing display result) assigned to “per common figure” to be referred to when the time flag is not on. By using the display result determination table, when the time reduction flag is on, the rate at which the decision to make the general map display result “per map” is higher than when the time reduction flag is not on. Also good. Further, for example, when the hour / hour flag is on, the variable symbol display time may be shorter than when the hour / hour flag is not on. Further, when the time reduction flag is on, the tilt control time and the number of times of tilt control may be increased compared to when the time reduction flag is not on.

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

  In the effect control board 12, when the supply of the power supply voltage is received from the power supply board or the like, the effect control CPU 120 is activated to execute the effect control main process as shown in the flowchart of FIG. When the effect control main process shown in FIG. 19 is started, the effect control CPU 120 first executes a predetermined initialization process (step S71), clears the RAM 122, sets various initial values, and sets the effect control board 12. Set the registers of the mounted CTC. Thereafter, it is determined whether or not the timer interrupt flag is on (step S72). The timer interrupt flag is set to the on state every time a predetermined time elapses based on, for example, the CTC register setting. At this time, if the timer interrupt flag is off (step S72; NO), the process of step S72 is repeatedly executed and the process waits.

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

  If the timer interrupt flag is on in step S72 (step S72; YES), the timer interrupt flag is cleared and turned off (step S73), and command analysis processing is executed (step S74). In the command analysis process executed in step S74, for example, after reading various effect control commands transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 of the main board 11 and stored in the effect control command reception buffer, the reading is performed. Settings and control corresponding to the issued effect control command are performed.

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

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

  20 and 21 are flowcharts showing an example of the command analysis process executed in step S74 of FIG. In the command analysis processing shown in FIG. 20, the effect control CPU 120 first receives a command received from the main board 11 transmitted via the relay board 15 by confirming the storage contents of the effect control command reception buffer. It is determined whether or not there is (step S501). If there is no received command (step S501; NO), the command analysis process is terminated.

  If there is a received command (step S501; YES), the production control CPU 120 determines whether or not the received command is a big prize winning notification command by checking the received command, for example (step S502). ). When it is a big winning opening prize notification command (step S502; YES), the production control CPU 120 determines whether or not the big hit is being made by checking the value of the production process flag (step S502a). Specifically, in the process of step S502a, when the value of the effect process flag is any of “4” to “7”, it may be determined that a big hit is being made. The determination may be made based on whether or not the value of the effect process flag is “5”. When it is determined in step S502 that the game is not a big hit (step S502a; NO), the effect control CPU 120 recognizes that the winning is an illegal prize, performs an error notification (step S502b), and ends the command analysis process. In the process of step S502b, for example, a warning sound may be output, an error message may be displayed, or a lamp may be displayed.

  When it is determined in step S502a that the game is a big hit (step S502a; YES), the effect control CPU 120 is for the over determination that is the count value of the over determination counter provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193 of the RAM 122. The count value is updated so as to be incremented by 1 (step S503). The over determination count value is a value used to determine whether or not an over win has occurred. The over determination counter is cleared for each round in the process of step S510a described later.

  After executing the process of step S503, the CPU 120 for effect control determines whether or not it is an overwinning (step S504). In the process of step S504, for example, the updated over determination count value is set to a predetermined over-winning determination value (one more than the winning upper limit determination value used in the processing of step S123 of the big hit opening process shown in FIG. 15). In this embodiment, the winning upper limit determination value is “9”, so the over winning determination value is “10”). If it is not over-winning (step S504; NO), it is updated so that 1 is added to the value of the number of times of winning a prize winning, which is the count value of the number of times of winning prize winning counter provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193 of the RAM 122. (Step S504a). The grand prize winning number count value indicates the number of times that a game ball has won the big prize opening during the period from the control to the big hit gaming state until the end (one big hit).

  On the other hand, if over winning (step S504; YES), the effect control CPU 120 sets an over winning ball count value which is a count value of an over winning ball counter provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193 of the RAM 122. Update to add 1 (step S504b). The over-winning ball count value indicates the number of over-winnings from the time a round is executed until the next round is executed (that is, during one round game). As described above, in the case of over-winning, the process of step S504a is not performed, and the grand prize winning number count value is not added. After executing the process of step S504b, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the updated over-winning ball count value is less than “3” (step S505). When it is determined that the over-winning ball count value is “3” or more (step S505; NO), the production control CPU 120 recognizes that there is a possibility of illegal winning and performs error notification (step S507). . In the process of step S507, for example, a warning sound may be output, an error message may be displayed, or a lamp may be displayed. In this embodiment, error notification is performed on condition that three or more over winnings occur during one round game, but two or more may be used. A value to be compared with the over-winning ball count value updated in step S505 can be arbitrarily set. After executing the process of step S507, the effect control CPU 120 ends the command analysis process.

  After executing the process of step S504a or when it is determined in step S505 that the over-winning ball count value is less than “3” (step S505; YES), the effect control CPU 120 sets the effect control counter in the RAM 122. The cumulative winning ball count value that is the count value of the cumulative winning ball counter provided in the unit 193 is updated to add 1 (step S506). The cumulative winning ball count value indicates the number of times that a game ball has won at the big winning opening from the time of the big hit (first hit) to the end of the recreational villa (until the probability change state and the short-time state end). There is (that is, the number of winnings in the Renso). After performing the process of step S506, the CPU 120 for effect control ends the command analysis process. In the process of step S506, when the winning is over-winning (when it is determined YES in step S505), an effect (for example, voice, message, lamp display, etc.) for notifying that the winning is over is displayed. You may go. The cumulative winning ball count value indicates the number of game balls that have been won at the big winning gates in the consecutive villas, including over winnings in the consecutive villas. It is also possible to provide a counter for accumulatively counting and display by a prize ball display process described later.

  When the received command is not a big prize opening notification command in step S502 (step S502; NO), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the received command is a big winning opening notification command (step S508). ). If it is a command for notifying a prize winning opening (step S508; YES), a flag for winning a prize winning opening is set (step S509), and the count value of the round number counter provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193 of the RAM 122 is set. The round count value is updated so as to add 1 (step S510). The round count value indicates the number of round executions. After executing the processing of step S510, the effect control CPU 120 clears the over winning ball number counter and the over determination counter and initializes the over winning ball number count value and the over determination count value to “0” ( Step S510a). After execution of step S510a, the effect control CPU 120 ends the command analysis process.

  When the received command is not a notification command during opening of the big winning opening in step S508 (step S508; NO), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the received command is a notification command after opening the big winning opening (step S508). S511). If it is a notification command after opening the big prize opening (step S511; YES), a flag after opening the big prize opening is set (step S512), and the command analysis process is terminated.

  When the received command is not a notification command after opening the big winning opening in step S511 (step S511; NO), as shown in FIG. 21, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the received command is a hit start designation command. Determination is made (step S515). When it is a hit start designation command (step S515; YES), a hit start designation command reception flag is set (step S516). Then, the round number counter and the big prize winning number counter are cleared, the round number count value and the big prize mouth winning number count value are initialized to “0” (step S516a), and the command analysis process is ended.

  When the received command is not a hit start designation command in step S515 (step S515; NO), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the received command is a hit end designation command (step S517). When it is a hit end designation command (step S517; YES), a hit end designation command reception flag is set (step S518), and the command analysis processing is ended. In the illustrated example, the process of step S516a is executed after the process of step S516. However, the process may be executed after the process of step S518.

  When the received command is not a hit / end designation command in step S517 (step S517; NO), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the received command is a gaming state designation command (step S519). If it is a gaming state designation command (step S519; YES), the on state / off state of the high-accuracy flag and high base flag are switched based on the contents of the received gaming state designation command (step S520). The high-accuracy flag is provided in, for example, the effect control flag setting unit 191 of the RAM 122 and is turned on in response to the probability variation state. The accuracy variation flag on the main board 11 side is turned on / off. Corresponding to the switching, the on state and the off state are switched. The high base flag is provided, for example, in the effect control flag setting unit 191 of the RAM 122, and is turned on in response to the time-short state. Corresponding to the switching, the on state and the off state are switched. Specifically, when the gaming state designation command designates the highly accurate high base state, the effect control CPU 120 turns on both the high probability flag and the high base flag. When the gaming state designation command is to designate the high probability low base state, the high probability flag is turned on and the high base flag is turned off. When the gaming state designation command is to designate the low probability high base state, the high probability flag is turned off and the high base flag is turned on. When the gaming state designation command designates the low probability low base state, both the high probability flag and the high base flag are turned off.

  Subsequent to the process of step S520, the CPU 120 for effect control determines whether or not the extended resort end notification command is received in accordance with the game state designation command (step S521). As described above, the consecutive resort end notification command is a command indicating that the jackpot consecutive resort has ended, and it is determined in the process of step S306 in FIG. 12 that both the probability variation flag and the hourly flag are turned off. Only when the command is transmitted from the main board 11 in the process of step S307. Returning to FIG. 21, when the consecutive resort end notification command has not been received (step S <b> 521; NO), the command analysis processing is ended. On the other hand, when the consecutive game end notification command is received (step S521; YES), the production control CPU 120 clears the cumulative winning ball number counter and the general winning mouth winning number counter, and determines the cumulative winning ball count value and the general winning number. The oral winning count value is initialized to “0” (step S522). As described above, the period until the processing of step S522, that is, the period during the consecutive game, the cumulative winning ball count value and the general winning mouth winning number count value are continuously counted, and when the consecutive game ends, the corresponding step S522 is performed. By this process, the cumulative winning ball count value and the general winning mouth winning count value are initialized. After performing the process of step S522, the CPU 120 for effect control ends the command analysis process.

  If it is determined in step S519 that the received command is not a gaming state designation command (step S519; NO), it is determined whether or not the received command is a general winning opening prize notification command (step S523). As described above, the general winning opening prize notification command is a command indicating that a game ball has won the general winning opening 6C during the big hit, and is a command transmitted from the main board 11 in the process of step S227 in FIG. It is. When the command is a general winning award winning notification command (step S523; YES), 1 is added to the general winning award winning number count value which is the count value of the general winning award winning number counter provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193 of the RAM 122. (Step S524). The general winning mouth winning number count value indicates the number of times that a game ball has won the general winning opening 6C from the time of the big hit (first win) to the end of the retreat (until the probability variation state and the short-time state end). (That is, the number of times a prize is received at a general prize opening in the Renso). After performing the process of step S524, the CPU 120 for effect control ends the command analysis process.

  If the received command is not a general winning opening prize notification command in step S523 (step S523; NO), settings corresponding to other received commands are made (step S525), and the command analysis process is terminated.

  FIG. 22 is a flowchart showing an example of the effect control process executed in step S75 of FIG. In the effect control process shown in FIG. 22, the effect control CPU 120 selects one of the processes of steps S170 to S177 according to the value of the effect process flag provided in the effect control flag setting unit 191 of the RAM 122. Run.

  The variable display start waiting process in step S170 is executed when the value of the effect process flag is “0”. For example, in the variable display start waiting process, the image display device 5 is based on whether or not a predetermined effect control command (for example, a variation pattern designation command, a first variation start command, or a second variation start command) is received. The process of determining whether or not to start the variable display of the decorative pattern at is performed. After performing the above processing, the value of the production process flag is updated to “1”.

  The variable display start setting process in step S171 is executed when the value of the effect process flag is “1”. For example, in the variable display start setting process, in response to the start of the special figure game, in order to perform variable display of decorative symbols on the image display device 5 and other various effects operations, the variable display start setting process is performed. Processing for determining an effect control pattern or the like is performed. After performing the above processing, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “2”.

  The effect processing during variable display in step S172 is executed when the value of the effect process flag is “2”. For example, in the variable display effect process, a process of executing various effects such as variable display of decorative symbols is performed based on the effect control pattern determined in the variable display start setting process in step S171. After performing the above processing, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “3”.

  The special figure waiting process in step S173 is executed when the value of the effect process flag is “3”. For example, in the special symbol waiting process, a process of stopping the confirmed decorative symbol is performed. When it is a big hit, processing for setting a fanfare effect is performed, and the value of the effect process flag is updated to “4”. When the game is lost, a process for controlling the game state is performed, and the value of the effect process flag is updated to “0”.

  The big hit starting process in step S174 is executed when the value of the effect process flag is “4”. For example, in the big hit start process, a process of executing a fanfare effect or a process of setting an effect during opening that is executed when the big prize opening is in an open state is performed. After performing the above processing, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “5”.

  The in-round processing in step S175 is executed when the value of the effect process flag is “5”. For example, in the round process, a process for executing an effect during opening and a process for setting an effect during closing that is executed when the special winning opening is in a closed state are performed. After performing the above processing, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “6”.

  The post-round processing in step S176 is executed when the value of the effect process flag is “6”. For example, in the post-round processing, processing for executing an effect during closing or processing for setting an effect during opening is performed when it is not the final round, and the value of the effect process flag is updated to “5”. When it is the final round, processing for setting the ending effect is performed, and the value of the effect process flag is updated to “7”.

  The post-hit processing after step S177 is executed when the value of the effect process flag is “7”. For example, in the post-hit end process, a process for executing an ending effect and a process for controlling the gaming state are performed, and the value of the effect process flag is updated to “0”.

  FIG. 23 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the variable display start setting process executed in step S171 of FIG. In the variable display start setting process shown in FIG. 23, the effect control CPU 120 first determines the final stop symbol (definite ornament symbol) by reading the EXT data in the display result designation command ( Step S701). Subsequently, the effect control CPU 120 sets an effect control pattern based on the variation pattern (step S702). That is, the effect control CPU 120 sets the effect control pattern corresponding to the variation pattern designated by the variation pattern designation command transmitted from the main board 11 as the usage pattern. Subsequently, the effect control CPU 120 executes a pending digest process (step S703). Subsequently, the effect control CPU 120 uses the decorative symbol variation time timer value corresponding to the variation pattern as an initial value of the decorative symbol variation time timer value, which is a stored value of the decorative symbol variation time timer provided in the rendering control timer setting unit 192. Is set (step S704), the value of the effect process flag is updated to “2” corresponding to the effect process during variable display (step S172) (step S705), and the variable display start setting process ends.

  FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing an example of the variable display effect process executed in step S172 of FIG. In the variable display effect process shown in FIG. 32, the effect control CPU 120 first subtracts 1 from the decorative symbol variation time timer value (step S710), and determines whether or not the decorative symbol variation time timer value has become zero. (Step S711). That is, it is determined whether or not the decorative symbol variation time timer has timed out (whether or not the decorative symbol variation time has elapsed). When the decorative symbol variation time timer value is not 0 (step S711; NO), execution of variable display is controlled according to the effect control pattern set as the use pattern in the variable display start setting process (step S712). Then, the variable display effect process is terminated. When the decorative symbol variation time timer value becomes 0 (step S711; YES), the value of the effect process flag is updated to “3” corresponding to the special symbol waiting process (step S173) (step S713) and variable. The in-display effect process is terminated.

  FIG. 25 is a flowchart showing an example of the special chart waiting process executed in step S173 of FIG. In the special symbol waiting process shown in FIG. 25, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the symbol confirmation designation command reception flag is set (step S720). When the symbol confirmation designation command reception flag is not set (step S720; NO), the special symbol waiting process is terminated.

  When the symbol confirmation designation command reception flag is set (step S720; YES), the effect control CPU 120 clears the symbol confirmation designation command reception flag (step S721), and stops and displays the fixed decoration symbol (step S722). ). Subsequently, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the confirmed decorative symbol is a jackpot symbol (step S723). When the confirmed decorative symbol is not a big hit symbol (step S723: NO), the value of the effect process flag is updated to “0” corresponding to the variable display start waiting processing (step S170) (step S726), and the special symbol waiting processing is performed. Exit.

  When the confirmed decorative symbol is a big hit symbol (step S723: YES), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not a hit start designation command reception flag is set (step S730). That is, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not a hit start designation command has been received. When the hit start designation command reception flag is not set (step S730; NO), the special hit processing is terminated.

  When the winning start designation command reception flag is set (step S730; YES), the effect control CPU 120 clears the winning start designation command reception flag (step S731). Subsequently, the effect control CPU 120 sets the fanfare effect (step S733), updates the value of the effect process flag to “4” corresponding to the big hit start process (step S174) (step S734), and waits for the special figure. The process ends.

  FIG. 26 is a flowchart showing an example of the big hit start process executed in step S174 of FIG. In the big hit starting process shown in FIG. 26, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the big winning opening open flag is set (step S741). That is, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not a special winning opening open notification command has been received. When the big prize opening open flag is not set (step S741; NO), the execution of the fanfare effect set in the special symbol waiting process is controlled (step S742), and the big hit starting process is terminated.

  When the big prize opening open flag is set (step S741; YES), the effect control CPU 120 clears the big prize opening open flag (step S743) and sets the opening presentation (step S744). ). In step S744, for example, in the case of a big hit controlled to the normally open big hit state (that is, “non-probability change” or “probability change”), the number of rounds being executed (“1” to “15”). Any one of the display modes is set so as to be displayed in a normal mode (for example, the number of rounds is displayed in numbers) which is a mode that can be easily recognized by the player (see FIG. 32). On the other hand, in the case of a big hit controlled to a short-term open big hit state (that is, “surprising”), the display mode of the number of executions of the round is a mode that is not easily recognizable by the player (for example, a special image) Display in a special mode (see FIG. 33). That is, in the process of step S744, when the big hit is controlled to the normal open big hit state, the number of running rounds is set to be displayed in a normal manner, while the short open big hit state is controlled. If it is a big hit, a setting is made to limit the display in the normal mode.

  After executing the process of step S744, the CPU 120 for effect control starts executing a prize ball display process for displaying the number of prize balls acquired (step S745). In this embodiment, once the winning ball display process is performed in the process of step S745, the number of acquired winning balls is updated and displayed as needed until the jackpot gaming state ends. (The process ends in step S774 in FIG. 30 described later).

  FIG. 27 is a flowchart showing an example of a prize ball display process performed in step S745 of FIG. In the prize ball display process shown in FIG. 27, the effect control CPU 120 first refers to, for example, a variable display result notification command received from the main board 11 to determine whether or not the current big hit is a “big hit” big hit. (Step S747). When it is determined that the current big hit is not “surprise accuracy”, that is, when it is a big hit of “non-probability change” or “probability change” (step S747; NO), the first corresponding to the number of winning prize winning count Information is updated and displayed (step S748). The first information is information that allows the player to recognize a winning ball (scheduled winning ball) that can be earned with a single jackpot and a winning ball that has already been won (acquired prize ball) with the jackpot. is there. In this embodiment, since one gaming ball enters the big winning opening and is detected by the count switch 23, 15 gaming balls are paid out as winning balls. In the process of S748, a number obtained by multiplying the winning prize count count value by 15 is displayed as the acquired winning ball. In addition, in the big hit of “non-probability change” or “probability change”, the upper limit number of rounds is 15, and the upper limit of the winning number count value is “9”. Therefore, in the process of step S748 in this embodiment, A number obtained by multiplying 9 which is the upper limit of the winning number count value by 15 and further multiplying 15 which is the upper limit number of rounds is displayed as a winning ball to be acquired. In this embodiment, an example is shown in which the first information includes a scheduled winning ball, but the first scheduled winning ball may not be included. Moreover, although the acquired prize ball and the acquisition scheduled prize ball are shown as numbers as the first information, for example, they are displayed with a meter, or displayed so that the number and manner of characters change, It is not limited to displaying numbers such as a display that advances from the start to the goal every time the number of acquisitions increases, such as a sorcery, or a display that increases the memory. Any mode may be used as long as it is displayed in a manner in which the player can recognize the amount of the winning balls to be acquired and the winning balls to be acquired. For example, the percentage may be displayed such as what percentage of winning balls have already been acquired with respect to the expected winning ball.

  After executing the process of step S748, or when it is determined in step S747 that it is a big hit of “probability” (step S747; YES), the effect control CPU 120 determines the cumulative winning ball count value and the general winning opening. The second information corresponding to the winning count value is updated and displayed (step S749). The second information is information that enables the player to recognize the prize ball acquired during the recreational resort. In this embodiment, as described above, one game ball enters the big prize opening, and 15 game balls are paid out as prize balls based on the detection by the count switch 23. Based on the fact that one game ball that has entered 6C is detected by the general winning switch 24, ten game balls are paid out as prize balls. Therefore, in the process of step S749, the cumulative prize-ball number count value is multiplied by 15. And the number obtained by multiplying the general winning opening winning count count value by 10 is displayed as the second information. In addition, in this embodiment, although the example which displays 2nd information with a number is shown, the point which is not restricted to displaying a number is the same as that of 1st information. Any mode may be used as long as it is displayed in a mode that allows the player to recognize how much award balls have been acquired during the retreat.

  In the process of step S749 in this embodiment, an example is shown in which the sum of the value obtained by multiplying the cumulative winning ball count value by 15 and the value obtained by multiplying the general winning opening prize number count value by 10 is displayed. However, a value obtained by multiplying the cumulative winning ball number count value by 15 and a value obtained by multiplying the general winning opening winning number count value by 10 may be separately displayed as the second information. According to this, it is possible to recognize each of the number of winning balls acquired by winning the grand prize opening and the number of winning balls acquired by winning the general winning slot 6C, and to make it easy to grasp the game situation. Can do. After executing the process of step S749, the effect control CPU 120 ends the prize ball display process. As described above, in the case of the big hit of “probability”, the first information is not displayed and only the second information is updated and displayed. As described above, since the number of winning balls that can be acquired is small for the “big hit”, it is possible to prevent the game entertainment from being lowered by displaying the first information. In addition, since the second information is updated and displayed even if it is “Accuracy”, the player is made to recognize that the total number of winning balls (the number of winning balls acquired during the retreat) has increased. Can do. Further, as described above, in this embodiment, once the prize ball display process is executed, the prize ball display process is continuously executed until the process of step S774 in FIG. Is done. Therefore, every time the various count values are updated, the first information and the second information are updated and displayed by the processing of step S748 and step S749. In addition, the display mode of the 1st information and the 2nd information may differ for every jackpot. Further, the display mode of the first information and the second information may change every time the information is updated and displayed. In this case, it is only necessary to determine which display mode is to be displayed from among a plurality of display modes in the processes of step S748 and step S749.

  Returning to FIG. 26, after executing the process of step S745, the CPU 120 for effect control updates the value of the effect process flag to “5” corresponding to the in-round process (step S175) (step S745), and the big hit start process Exit.

  FIG. 28 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the in-round processing executed in step S175 of FIG. In the in-round processing shown in FIG. 28, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the special winning opening after-open flag is set (step S751). That is, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not a notification command after opening the special winning opening is received.

  When the flag after opening the big prize opening is set (step S751; YES), the effect control CPU 120 clears the flag after opening the big prize opening (step S753), and sets the closing effect (step S754). Then, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “6” corresponding to the post-round processing (step S176) (step S755), and the in-round processing is ended.

  When the flag after opening the big prize opening is not set (step S751; NO), the CPU 120 for effect control has a round count value that is a stored value of a round number counter provided in the effect control counter setting unit 193. It is determined whether it is 15 indicating the final round (step S751a).

  When the round count value is 15 (step S751a; YES), the effect control CPU 120 controls the execution of the final round notification effect that is an effect for notifying that it is the final round (step S751b). For example, the effect control CPU 120 outputs a final round notification sound output command to the sound control board 13. The voice control board 13 executes voice signal processing for outputting the final round notification sound from the speakers 8L and 8R in response to this command.

  After the execution control of the final round notification effect in step S751b or when the round number count value is not 16 (step S751a; NO), the effect control CPU 120 controls the execution of the opening effect set in the big hit start process. (Step S752), and the round process is terminated.

  FIG. 29 is a flowchart showing an example of the post-round processing executed in step S176 of FIG. In the round post-process shown in FIG. 29, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the hit end designation command reception flag is set (step S760). That is, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not a hit end designation command has been received. When the winning end designation command reception flag is not set (step S760; NO), the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the special winning opening open flag is set (step S761). That is, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not a special winning opening open notification command has been received. When the big prize opening opening flag is not set (step S761; NO), the execution of the closing effect set in the in-round processing is controlled (step S762), and the post-round processing is ended.

  When the big prize opening open flag is set (step S761; YES), the effect control CPU 120 clears the big prize opening open flag (step S763) and is open as in step S744 of FIG. An effect is set (step S764), the value of the effect process flag is updated to “5” corresponding to the in-round process (step S175) (step S765), and the post-round process is terminated.

  On the other hand, when the winning end designation command reception flag is set (step S760; YES), the effect control CPU 120 clears the winning end designation command reception flag (step S766) and sets an ending effect (step S767). ). In the process of step S767, for example, after the first information is displayed larger than during the round or the effect display is performed on the first information so that the number of winning balls won at the jackpot is conspicuous, In order to conspicuously win the number of award balls won (during the ream), the second information is displayed larger than during the round, and the effect information display is performed for the second information. Do. Subsequently, the effect control CPU 120 sets a predetermined ending effect time as an initial value of the ending effect time timer value that is a stored value of the ending effect time timer provided in the effect control timer setting unit 192 (step S768). Then, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “7” corresponding to the post-hit end post-processing (step S177) (step S769), and the round post-processing is ended.

  FIG. 30 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the big hit end post-processing executed in step S177 of FIG. In the post-hit end processing shown in FIG. 30, the effect control CPU 120 first subtracts 1 from the ending effect time timer value (step S770), and determines whether or not the ending effect time timer value has become 0 (step S771). ). That is, it is determined whether or not the ending effect time timer has timed out (whether or not the ending effect time has elapsed). When the ending effect time timer value is not 0 (step S771; NO), execution of the ending effect set in the mid-round process is controlled (step S772), and the post-hit end process is terminated. In the process of step S772, the acquired information attention display effect set in step S767 of FIG. 29 is executed, the first information is displayed in a conspicuous manner, and then the second information is displayed in a conspicuous manner. Will be. Therefore, it is possible to prevent omission of confirmation of the number of winning balls of the player.

  When the ending effect time timer value becomes 0 (step S771; YES), the value of the effect process flag is updated to “0” corresponding to the variable display start waiting process (step S170) (step S773). After finishing the execution of the prize ball display process started in the process of step S745 (step S774), the process after the end of the big hit is ended. That is, the display of the first information and the second information is erased at the end of the big hit.

  FIG. 31 is an explanatory diagram for explaining over winning. In FIGS. 31A and 31B, time flows from the left side to the right side. FIG. 31 (A) shows the state of the big winning opening (open state, closed state) in the big hit gaming state in the 10th round (round 10) and the 11th round (11th round). In the period between the 10th round and the 11th round, the big prize opening is in an open state, and in the period (interval period) between the 10th round and the 11th round, the big prize opening is in a closed state. Note that the interval period is an interruption period between two consecutive round games, but the attacker winning and over winning are included in one open game together with the previous round gaming period. That is, the attacker winning and over winning in the 10th round include the attacker winning and over winning in the interval period after the 10th round.

  FIG. 31B shows the count switch 23 in an on state (detection of a game ball) / off (non-detection of a game ball) in the scene of FIG. 31A. That is, FIG. 31 (B) shows a state of winning a game ball to the big winning opening in the scene of FIG. The number given to each ON state represents the grand prize opening number of times count value (the number of winnings in the round). In other words, in the example shown in the figure, when the ninth winning winning determination value is detected by the count switch 23, the big winning opening is closed, but the tenth winning prize is continuously received when the ninth winning is made. In this example, the tenth winning (over winning) is detected by the count switch 23 after the closed state. Then, when 11 rounds are disclosed and a game ball is detected again by the count switch 23, the winning is determined as the first winning.

  FIG. 32 shows an example of the rendering operation in the scene shown in FIG. Specifically, it is an example of the production operation in the case of the big hit of the 2nd resort (normally open big hit state). As shown in FIG. 32A, in the normal open big hit state, the first information and the second information are displayed in the prize ball display processing of FIG. Then, when the ninth winning prize is generated in the special winning opening, the first information and the second information are updated and displayed as shown in FIG. 32B in the prize ball display processing of FIG. Here, since the ninth winning ball is the winning upper limit determination value, the large winning opening is closed (see FIG. 31), but as described above, the tenth winning ball is continued when the ninth winning ball is won. If the tenth winning (over winning) is detected by the count switch 23 after the winning is closed (when an over winning is generated), the process of step S504a in FIG. Since the count number of winning prizes is not added (since only the cumulative winning ball count value is added in step S506), only the second information is updated and displayed as shown in FIG. Thus, since the information regarding the winning ball given based on the over winning is not reflected in the first information, it is possible to prevent the display from being shifted and to prevent the game entertainment from deteriorating. Further, for example, an effect of notifying that may be performed at the timing when the second information reaches a specific numerical value (for example, 5000, 10000, etc.) (lamp display, voice output, message display, etc.). Moreover, you may perform the said notification by an ending effect. Further, the update display of the second information when an overwinning has occurred may be performed in a manner different from the case where no overwinning has occurred (for example, the display blinks when updating).

  FIG. 33 shows an example of the effect operation in the case of “probability”. When the winning ball display process of FIG. 27 is a big hit of “Accuracy”, the first information is not displayed and only the second information is displayed. Therefore, in the example shown in FIG. 33, only the second information is updated and displayed. As shown in FIG. 33 (a), when the game is controlled to the “big hit” big hit gaming state, the number of round executions is displayed in the special mode set in step S744 of FIG. That is, as shown in FIG. 32, the display in the normal mode such as “ROUND 10” is limited, and a special image as a special mode (star-shaped image in the example shown in FIG. 33) is displayed. As described above, in the short-term open big hit state such as “surprise”, the period in which the big prize opening is in the open state is a period that allows at least one game ball to win the big prize opening. In this embodiment, the time is 1.8 seconds. Therefore, the round is completed only by winning one game ball in the grand prize opening, and the number of executions of the round displayed in the special mode is updated and displayed as shown in FIG. The second information is updated and displayed.

    As described above, according to the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the present embodiment, the following effects can be achieved.

  (1) The effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the game is over-winning by the process of step S504 in FIG. 20, and if it is not over-winning, it counts the number of times of winning the big winning a prize as information displayed as the first information. While the value and the cumulative winning ball count value that is the information displayed as the second information are added (step S504a and step S506), if it is an overwinning, the grand prize winning number count value is not added. Only the cumulative winning ball count value is added to (Step S506). Therefore, since the information regarding the winning ball awarded based on the overwinning is not reflected in the first information, it is possible to prevent the display from being shifted and to prevent the game entertainment from deteriorating.

  (2) If the CPU 120 for effect control determines in step S747 of FIG. 27 that it is a big hit of “probability”, the process of step S749 is not performed, but the first information is displayed. Do not do. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the interest from being lowered by displaying the first information in the second advantageous state where the expected value of the winning ball is small (a big hit of “accuracy”).

  (3) If the CPU 120 for effect control determines that it is a big hit of “probability” in step S747 of FIG. 27, the first information is obtained by performing the process of step S749 without performing the process of step S748. The second information is updated and displayed on the other hand. Therefore, it is possible to make the player recognize that the total number of prize balls in the recreational resort is increasing.

  (4) Based on the winning at the general winning opening 6C, the effect control CPU 120 adds the general winning slot winning number count value at step S524 in FIG. Is displayed. Therefore, since it is not updated and displayed as the first information (that is, the general winning number count value is not reflected in the first information), it is possible to accurately display the winning ball for one big hit.

  (5) For example, in the process of step S744 in FIG. 26, the effect control CPU 120 performs setting to display the number of rounds being executed in a normal manner when the hit is controlled to the normally open big hit state. On the other hand, in the case of a big hit controlled to a short-term open big hit state, a setting for restricting display in the normal mode is performed. Although it is possible to obtain a small amount of balls as a prize ball in a short-term opening round, if the same indication is displayed as in a long-term opening round, the number of prize balls per round becomes noticeable and the feelings lost to the player are lost. There was a risk of giving. Therefore, in the case of the big hit controlled to the short-term open big hit state, it is possible to suppress giving a feeling of loss to the player by restricting the display in the normal mode.

  (6) If the CPU 120 for effect control determines in step S505 in FIG. 20 that the over-winning ball count value is “3” or more, the processing in step S507 is not added to the cumulative winning ball count value. Thus, the effect control CPU 120 recognizes that there is a possibility of an illegal winning and performs error notification. Therefore, it is possible to prevent display of a winning prize that may be fraudulent.

  (7) In addition to the winning ball already acquired at the jackpot (acquired winning ball) by the processing of step S748 in FIG. 27, the effect control CPU 120 can receive a winning ball at a single jackpot. (Scheduled winning ball) is displayed in a manner that allows the player to recognize. Therefore, it is possible to accurately display the winning ball for one big hit.

  In addition, this invention is not limited to the said embodiment, A various deformation | transformation and application are possible. For example, the pachinko gaming machine 1 may not have all the technical features shown in the above embodiment, and the one described in the above embodiment so as to solve at least one problem in the prior art. The structure of the part may be provided.

  In the above-described embodiment, as an example of the big hit type, an example in which a big hit of `` non-probable change '' that is normally open big hit state and a big hit of `` probable change '', a big hit of `` surprise '' that becomes a short-term open big hit state has been shown, This is an example. For example, among rounds “1” to “15”, rounds “1” to “10” are normally open jackpot states, and rounds “11” to “15” are short-open jackpot states. May be. In such a jackpot type, the rounds of “11” to “15” are in a short-term open big hit state, so the number of winning prize balls is reduced (since only one ball is won in the short-term open big hit state). Therefore, it can be said to be a big hit of 10 rounds.

  FIG. 34 shows an example of the effect operation in the case of such a big 10-round big hit. When the big hit is 10 rounds, as shown in FIG. 34 (a), the first information and the second information are updated and displayed as in the case of the normal open big hit state. The display mode of the number of executions of the round is also displayed in the normal mode as in the case of the normal open big hit state. Then, as shown in FIG. 34 (b), the display mode of the number of executions of the round is displayed in the normal mode up to the 10th round which is the final round as the normal open big hit state. And when it becomes 11 rounds which are a short-term open big hit state, as shown in FIG.34 (c), the display mode of the execution count of a round will become a special mode, and the display in a normal mode will be restrict | limited. Thereafter, the display in the normal mode is restricted until the jackpot ends, and the display is updated and displayed in a special mode. In the illustrated example, the first information and the second information are updated and displayed even after the eleventh round, which is the short-term open big hit state. However, only the second information is updated and displayed. It may be erased. Further, the display mode may be changed so that the first information is displayed in another mode at the time of entering the 11th round, which is a short-term open big hit state. Further, in the case of a big hit of 10 rounds, only the second information may be updated and displayed from the first round.

  In the above embodiment, an example is shown in which only the second information is displayed and the first information is not displayed in the short-term open big hit state. For example, the first information is displayed smaller than the second information. It may be displayed in a manner that is difficult for the player to recognize, such as displaying in the same color as the background.

  In the above embodiment, the example in which the first information and the second information are displayed in the period in which the game is controlled to the big hit gaming state is shown. However, the second information is controlled to be in the short-time state or the probability variation state. Even if the big hit gaming state ends during the period of being, it may be displayed. In this case, if it is determined in step S502a in FIG. 20 that the game is not a big hit, the process in step S506 is not executed. Therefore, the second information displayed in the time reduction state or the probability variation state is, for example, Even if a game ball wins a big winning opening, it is not updated. Further, error notification is performed in the process of step S502b. Therefore, it is possible to prevent display of a winning prize that may be fraudulent. The display of the second information during the period controlled to the short-time state or the probable change state may be displayed in a different manner such as displaying smaller than the period controlled to the big hit gaming state (during the big hit The mode may be changed depending on whether or not). In the above-described embodiment, an example is shown in which the winning to the general winning opening 6C during the big hit is shown, but the winning to the general winning opening 6C in the short-time state or the probable change state is also counted and updated and displayed as second information. Also good. Furthermore, in the above-described embodiment, the winning at the general winning opening 6C during the big hit is counted, but in addition to this, the winning at the first starting winning opening and the second starting winning opening may be counted. In addition, the winning at the first start winning opening and the second starting winning opening in the short-time state or the probability changing state may be counted. For example, during the big hit, the winnings to the general winning opening 6C and the winnings to the first starting winning opening and the second starting winning opening are counted, while only the winning to the general winning opening 6C is performed in the short-time state or the probable change state. You may count. According to this, an increase in the number of prize balls can be recognized with higher accuracy, and the game entertainment can be improved.

  Further, in the above embodiment, the winning upper limit judgment value is “9” regardless of whether the normal open big hit state or the short-term open big hit state is controlled, and the tenth win and over win are determined. This is an example. For example, when two special variable winning ball devices 7 that form a big winning opening are provided, such as a first special variable winning ball device and a second special variable winning ball device, and are controlled to a normally open big hit state. The first special variable winning ball apparatus is controlled to be in the open state with the winning upper limit judgment value being “9”, and the second special variable winning prize is set to be “1” when the winning upper limit judgment value is controlled to be in the short-open big hit state. Depending on whether the ball device is controlled to be in the open state or the normal open big hit state or in the short-term open big hit state, the big winning opening and the winning upper limit determination value that are in the open state may be different. In this case, when the short-term open big hit state is controlled, only the second information is updated and displayed. However, since the winning upper limit determination value is “1”, the second winning is over-winning. Therefore, according to such a configuration, over-winning in the short-term open big hit state can be updated and displayed as the second information.

  In the above embodiment, the special game using the first special figure is executed based on the detection of the game ball that has passed (entered) the first start winning opening, and the game that has passed (entered) the second start winning opening. The description has been made on the assumption that the special figure game using the second special figure is executed based on the detection of the sphere. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and a special game using a common special symbol is executed regardless of whether the game ball passes (enters) through the first start winning opening or the second starting winning opening. It may be a thing.

  In the above-described embodiment, a mode in which a plurality of types of special symbols such as numbers or symbols of 0 to 9 are variably displayed and a display result is derived and displayed is shown, but the variable display is not limited to such a mode. For example, the special symbol to be variably displayed may be different from the special symbol derived and displayed as the variable display result. In other words, special symbols that are not included in the fluctuating multiple types of special symbols may be derived and displayed as variable display results, and among the fluctuating multiple types of special symbols, those that are not specially derived and displayed as variable display results May be included. In addition, it is not always necessary to variably display a plurality of types of special symbols, and a mode in which variable display is executed using only one type of special symbols may be used. As variable display using one type of special symbol, for example, the one type of special symbol may be blinked (turning on / off alternately may be repeated). That is, the repeated display of lighting and extinguishing may be variable display. And even in this case, the one type of special symbol may be derived and displayed last (lit), or a symbol different from the one type of symbol may be derived and displayed last. It may be. The same applies to variable display of other symbols (for example, normal symbols, decorative symbols, etc.).

  For example, in the above, the “ratio” is not limited to a relationship such as A: B = 70%: 30% or A: B = 30%: 70%, but A: B = 100%: 0% It is a concept that also includes a relationship (that is, a concept that includes an allocation in which one is 100% and the other is 0%). Further, when A is higher in proportion than B, it is a concept including a case where A is 100% and B is less than 100%, and a case where B is 0% and A is larger than 0%. is there.

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

  In addition, the device configuration of the pachinko gaming machine 1, the data configuration, the processing shown in the flowchart, the various display operations including the display operation of the display image in the display area of the image display device 5, etc. depart from the spirit of the present invention. Changes and modifications can be arbitrarily made without departing from the scope. In addition, the gaming machine of the present invention is not limited to a payout type gaming machine that pays out a predetermined number of gaming media as prizes based on the occurrence of winnings, and encloses gaming media and scores based on the occurrence of winnings. The invention can also be applied to the enclosed game machine to be given. For example, a game score for use in a game is given using the number of game values having a size specified by the record information of a game recording medium such as a prepaid card or a membership card, and the given game The present invention can also be applied to a gaming machine in which a player plays a game by driving a game ball enclosed in the gaming machine using a score or a game score given by winning a game.

  That is, based on the fact that the game medium has passed through the start area provided in the game area, variable display means is provided for variably displaying a plurality of types of identification information that can each be identified and for deriving and displaying the display results. A gaming machine that controls to a specific gaming state advantageous to the player when a predetermined specific display result is derived and displayed on the display means, but when the gaming score is not zero, The game ball enclosed in the game is driven into the game area, the game is performed, the game score is subtracted according to the game ball being driven, and the game score is awarded according to the game ball winning in the winning area provided in the game area The present invention can also be applied to a gaming machine that adds the values. Such a gaming machine includes a gaming recording medium insertion slot for inserting a gaming recording medium in which information capable of specifying the magnitude of gaming value that can be used to add gaming scores, and a gaming recording You may provide the game recording medium processing means which reads the recording information currently recorded on the game recording medium inserted in the medium insertion port.

  Further, only one type of off-line symbol (for example, a symbol indicating “-”) is displayed during variable display of the special symbol, and variable display is performed by repeatedly displaying and extinguishing the symbol. Also good. Further, in the case where the symbol is displayed during variable display, the symbol may not be displayed when the variable display is stopped (a symbol indicating “−” may not be displayed as a display result).

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

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

  The present invention is not limited to what has been described above. In addition to the above-described embodiment and other examples described later, the specific configuration is included in the present invention even if there is a change or addition in a range not departing from the gist of the present invention.

  Moreover, it is good also as combining all or one part structure arbitrarily among the structure shown to embodiment mentioned above and each modification, and the structure shown to the below-mentioned embodiment and each modification.

  In addition, it should be thought that the above-described embodiment and the later-described embodiment disclosed herein are illustrative and non-restrictive in every respect. The scope of the present invention is defined by the terms of the claims, rather than the above description and the descriptions below, and is intended to include any modifications within the scope and meaning equivalent to the terms of the claims.

In addition, the gaming machine of the present invention is a gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a big hit gaming state) advantageous to a player, and after the advantageous state ends, a special state (for example, a short-time state or a probable change). State control means that can be controlled to a state, etc., a first state in which a game medium can be won (for example, an open state), and a second state in which a game medium is difficult or impossible to win (for example, a closed state). Variable variable winning means (for example, the special variable winning ball apparatus 7) and, in the above-mentioned advantageous state, a predetermined period (for example, 16.2 seconds shown in FIG. 14 (B)) elapses, or the number of game media is the upper limit. An open game (for example, a round game in the big hit game state) in which the variable winning means can be changed to the first state until at least one of winning (for example, nine) is established. ) For a predetermined number of times (for example, the effect control CPU 120 for performing the process of step S139 and the process of step S127) and the fact that the game medium has won the variable winning means in the advantageous state. Prize ball granting means for granting a ball (for example, the CPU 103 that pays out a predetermined number (for example, 15) of game balls as a prize ball), first information relating to a prize ball awarded in one advantageous state, and the advantage once Display control means (for example, step S745) capable of displaying, during the advantageous state, the second information related to the prize ball given in the advantageous state that has been controlled from the state to the end of the special state. And the display control means is configured to perform the above-mentioned upper limit number of game media in one of the open games. While reflecting the information regarding the prize ball given based on having won the variable winning means beyond (for example, having won over) in the second information, it is limited to reflect in the first information ( For example, if it is determined in step S504 that the game is over-winning, the process of step S504a is not performed and the process of step S506 is performed). Notification effect execution means (execution control microcomputer 90100 or the like) for executing the effect, etc., operation means (push button 90120 or the like) that can be operated by the player, and the mode of the operation means in the first mode (normal state or the like) ) And a second mode (vibration state, etc.), and mode control means (production control microcomputer 90100, etc.) that can be controlled, The mode control means changes the mode of the operation means from the first mode (normal state, etc.) at the first timing (the first timing at which the life gauge becomes 0 shown in FIG. 39) after the notification effect is started. The second mode (vibration state etc.) is controlled, and after the elapse of a specific period (after the continuous hitting effective period and essential vibration period shown in FIG. 39, etc.), the second mode (vibration state etc.) to the first mode ( The second mode (vibration state, etc.) is controlled at the second timing (second timing, etc. hitting the enemy shown in FIG. 39) after controlling to the first mode (normal state, etc.). A gaming machine that can be controlled.
According to such a configuration, the information regarding the winning ball given based on the over winning is not reflected, so that it is possible to prevent the display from being shifted and to prevent the game entertainment from deteriorating. In addition, it is possible to improve the interest of timing for changing the mode of the operation means during a notification effect that notifies an advantageous state advantageous to the player. Specifically, the effect can be further enhanced by a combination of the notification effect and the timing at which the operation means is set to the second mode.

  In the gaming machine, the second information may be displayed even during the notification effect. According to such a structure, it is alert | reported that it is controlled to an advantageous state by alerting | reporting effect, and also the motivation with respect to being awarded a prize ball can be heightened.

  In addition, the display can be prevented from being shifted to prevent a decrease in the gaming interests, and the entertainment at the timing of changing the mode of the operation means can be improved in the notification effect for notifying the advantageous state. As an example of the form of the machine, it is a gaming machine (such as a pachinko gaming machine 901) that can be controlled to an advantageous state (such as a big hit gaming state) that is advantageous to the player, and a notification effect that notifies that it is controlled to the advantageous state A notification effect execution means (execution control microcomputer 90100 or the like) for executing (battle effect or the like), an operation means (push button 90120 or the like) that can be operated by the player, and a mode of the operation means is a first mode (normally State control unit) and a second mode (vibration state, etc.) and a mode control unit (production control microcomputer 90100, etc.) that can be controlled. From the first mode (normal state or the like) to the second mode (vibration state) at the first timing after the notification effect is started (first timing when the life gauge becomes 0 shown in FIG. 47, etc.). And the second mode (vibration state, etc.) to the first mode (normal state, etc.) after a specific period has elapsed (e.g., after the continuous striking effective period and essential vibration period shown in FIG. 47). A gaming machine that can be controlled to the second mode (vibration state, etc.) at the second timing (second timing, etc. hitting the enemy shown in FIG. 47) after the first mode (normal state, etc.) is reached. Can be mentioned.

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Hereinafter, another embodiment will be described with reference to the drawings. A pachinko gaming machine is shown as an example of a gaming machine, but the present invention is not limited to a pachinko gaming machine, and may be another gaming machine such as a coin gaming machine or a slot machine. Any game machine may be used as long as it is a machine. First, an overall configuration of a pachinko gaming machine 901 that is an example of a gaming machine will be described. FIG. 35 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine 901 viewed from the front.

  The pachinko gaming machine 901 is a gaming machine in which a game is played by driving a game ball as a game medium into the game area 907. The pachinko gaming machine 901 includes an outer frame (not shown) formed in a vertically long rectangular shape and a game frame attached to the inside of the outer frame so as to be openable and closable. Further, the pachinko gaming machine 901 has a glass door frame 902 formed in a frame shape that is provided on the game frame so as to be opened and closed. The game frame includes a front frame (not shown) installed to be openable and closable with respect to the outer frame, a mechanism plate (not shown) to which mechanism parts and the like are attached, and various parts (games to be described later) attached to them. And the board 906). In the pachinko gaming machine 901, a game is played by driving a game ball as a game medium into the game area.

  A hitting ball supply tray (upper plate) 903 is provided on the lower surface of the glass door frame 902. Under the hitting ball supply tray 903, an extra ball receiving tray 904 for storing game balls that cannot be accommodated in the hitting ball supply tray 903, a hitting operation handle (operation knob) 905 for emitting the hitting ball, and the like are provided. A game board 906 is detachably attached to the back surface of the glass door frame 902. The game board 906 is a structure including a plate-like body constituting the game board 906 and various components attached to the plate-like body. In addition, a game area 907 is formed on the front surface of the game board 906 in which a game ball that has been struck can flow down.

  The member that forms the extra ball tray (lower tray) 904 is configured in a stick shape (bar shape) at a predetermined position (for example, the central portion of the lower tray) on the upper surface of the lower tray body, for example, A stick controller 90122 that can be gripped and tilted in a plurality of directions (front and rear, left and right) is attached. Note that the stick controller 90122 is provided with a predetermined operation finger by performing a push-pull operation with a predetermined operation finger (for example, an index finger) while the player holds the operation rod of the stick controller 90122 with an operation hand (for example, the left hand). A trigger button 90125 (see FIG. 38) capable of performing an instruction operation is provided, and a trigger sensor 90121 (FIG. 38) for detecting a predetermined instruction operation by a push-pull operation or the like on the trigger button 90125 is provided inside an operation rod of the stick controller 90122. Built-in).

  A member that forms the hitting ball supply tray (upper plate) 903 is, for example, a player performing a predetermined instruction operation by a pressing operation or the like at a predetermined position on the upper surface of the upper plate body (for example, above the stick controller 90122). A possible push button 90120 is provided. The push button 90120 only needs to be configured to be able to detect a predetermined instruction operation such as a pressing operation from a player mechanically, electrically, or electromagnetically. A push sensor 90124 (see FIG. 38) for detecting the player's operation act on the push button 90120 may be provided inside the main body of the upper plate at the position where the push button 90120 is installed. In the configuration example shown in FIG. 35, the mounting positions of the push button 90120 and the stick controller 90122 are in a vertical positional relationship in the central portion of the upper plate and the lower plate. On the other hand, it is good also considering the attachment position of the push button 90120 and the stick controller 90122 as the position approached to either the left or right in the upper plate and the lower plate, while maintaining the vertical positional relationship. Alternatively, the attachment position of the push button 90120 and the stick controller 90122 is not in the vertical relationship, but may be in the horizontal relationship, for example. As operation means, other operation means such as a lever switch and a jog dial may be provided.

  A tilt direction sensor unit 90123 (see FIG. 38) for detecting a tilting operation with respect to the operating rod is provided in the lower pan body inside the stick controller 90122 and the like. Further, the stick controller 90122 incorporates a push button 90120 and a vibrator motor 90126 (see FIG. 38) for causing the stick controller 90122 to vibrate. Here, when a notification effect or the like to be described later is executed, an effect in which the push button 90120 or the stick controller 90122 vibrates is executed by the vibrator motor 90126. Further, the vibration of the push button 90120 and the stick controller 90122 is transmitted to the hitting operation handle 905. In this way, the effect can be further enhanced by the combination of the notification effect and the vibration transmitted to the hitting operation handle 905. It should be noted that a mechanism for generating vibrations such as the vibrator motor 90126 may be provided in the vicinity of the hitting ball operating handle 905 (or inside the hitting ball operating handle 905) so that vibration is transmitted from the hitting ball operating handle 905.

  In the vicinity of the center of the game area 907, there is provided an effect display device 909 as display means capable of variably displaying (also referred to as variable display) effect symbols as a plurality of types of identification information that can be identified. On the right side of the effect display device 909 in the game area 907, a first special symbol display (first variation display unit) 908a that variably displays a first special symbol as a plurality of types of identification information that can be identified respectively, A second special symbol display (second variation display unit) 908b that variably displays a second special symbol as a plurality of types of identification information that can identify each of them is provided.

  Each of the first special symbol display 908a and the second special symbol display 908b is configured by a simple and small display (for example, 7 segment LED) capable of displaying numbers and characters in a variable manner. The effect display device 909 is composed of a liquid crystal display device (LCD), and an effect symbol display area is provided on the display screen for effect display variation display in synchronization with the variation display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol. It is done. In the effect symbol display area, a symbol display area for variably displaying, for example, three decorative (effect) effect symbols for left, middle, and right is formed.

  Hereinafter, the first special symbol and the second special symbol may be collectively referred to as a special symbol, and the first special symbol indicator 908a and the second special symbol indicator 908b are collectively referred to as a special symbol indicator (variable display unit). There are things to do.

  Although this embodiment shows a case where two special symbol indicators 908a and 908b are provided, the gaming machine may be provided with only one special symbol indicator.

  Each of the first special symbol display 908a and the second special symbol display 908b is controlled by a game control microcomputer mounted on the main board (game control board). The effect display device 909 is controlled by an effect control microcomputer mounted on the effect control board. When the variation display of the first special symbol is executed on the first special symbol display device 908a, the effect display is executed on the effect display device 909 along with the variation display, and the second special symbol display device 908b performs the first display. 2 When the variation display of the special symbol is executed, the effect display is executed by the effect display device 909 along with the variation display, so that it is possible to easily grasp the progress of the game.

  More specifically, in the variation display of the first special symbol or the second special symbol, the first start condition or the second start condition, which is the execution condition of the variation display, is satisfied (for example, the game ball has a first start winning opening 9013). Or after passing through the second start winning opening 9014 (including winning), the start condition of the variable display (for example, when the number of reserved storage is not 0 and the first special symbol and the second special symbol are changed) The display is not executed, and the big hit game is not executed) is started, and when the variable display time (variable time) elapses, the display result (stop symbol) is derived and displayed. To do. Note that the passing of a game ball means that the game ball has passed through a predetermined area such as a prize opening or a gate, and that includes a game ball entering (winning) a prize opening. It is. Deriving and displaying the display result is to finally stop and display a symbol (an example of identification information).

  When the jackpot display result (big jackpot symbol) as the specific display result is derived and displayed on the first special symbol display 908a, or the jackpot display result (jackpot symbol) as the specific display result is displayed on the second special symbol display 908b. When the derived display is performed, the effect display device 909 also displays the jackpot display result (combination of jackpot symbol) as the specific display result. When the specific display result is displayed as the display result of the variable display in this manner, the specific game state (big hit game state) is controlled as an advantageous state to which a value (advantageous value) advantageous to the player is given.

  Further, in the effect display device 909, symbols other than the symbol that will be the final stop symbol (for example, the middle symbol of the left and right middle symbols) have been continuously provided for a predetermined time, and the jackpot symbol (for example, the left middle right symbol is aligned with the same symbol) In the state where it is in agreement with the combination of symbols), it is stopped, rocking, enlarged, reduced, or deformed, or multiple symbols are displayed synchronously in the same symbol, or the positions of the symbols are switched An effect performed in a state where the possibility of a big hit is continued before the final result is displayed (hereinafter, these states are referred to as reach states) is referred to as reach effect.

  Here, in the reach state, when the effect symbols that are stopped and displayed in the display area of the effect display device 909 constitute a part of the jackpot combination, the variation display of the effect symbols that are not yet stopped and displayed is continued. This is a display state or a display state in which all or part of the effect symbols are variably displayed synchronously while constituting all or part of the jackpot combination. In other words, reach means a state in which identification information forms a specific display result in a plurality of variable display areas, but at least some of the variable display areas are in variable display. In this embodiment, the reach state is formed, for example, in a state where the same symbol is stopped in the left and right symbol display areas and the symbol is not stopped in the middle symbol display area. The symbols stopped in the left and right symbol display areas when the reach state is formed are called reach formation symbols or reach symbols.

  The display effect in the reach state is reach effect display (reach effect). In addition, during the reach, an unusual performance may be performed with a lamp or sound. This production is called reach production. Further, in the case of reach, a character (an effect display imitating a person or the like, which is different from a design (effect design, etc.)) or a display mode (for example, a color, etc.) of the background image of the effect display device 909 ) May change. This change in character display and background display mode is called reach effect display. In addition, some reach is set so that when it appears, a big hit is likely to occur compared to a normal reach. Such a special reach is called super reach.

  Below the effect display device 909, a winning device having a first start winning port 9013 is provided. The game ball that has won the first start winning opening 9013 is guided to the back of the game board 906 and detected by the first start opening switch 9013a.

  A variable winning ball device 9015 having a second starting winning port 9014 capable of winning a game ball is provided below a winning device having a first starting winning port (first starting port) 9013. The game ball that has won the second start winning opening (second start opening) 9014 is guided to the back of the game board 906 and detected by the second start opening switch 9014a. The variable winning ball device 9015 is opened by a solenoid 9016. When the variable winning ball device 9015 is in the open state, the game ball can be won in the second start winning opening 9014 (it is easier to start winning), which is advantageous for the player. In a state where the variable winning ball device 9015 is in the open state, it is easier for a game ball to win the second start winning port 9014 than the first starting winning port 9013. Further, in a state where the variable winning ball device 9015 is in the closed state, the game ball does not win the second start winning port 9014. Therefore, in a state where the variable winning ball device 9015 is in the closed state, it is easier for the game ball to win the first starting winning port 9013 than the second starting winning port 9014. Note that in a state where the variable winning ball device 9015 is in the closed state, it may be configured such that although it is difficult to win, it is possible to win (that is, the game ball is difficult to win). Hereinafter, the first start winning opening 9013 and the second start winning opening 9014 may be collectively referred to as a start winning opening or a starting opening.

  Above the second special symbol display 908b, there is a second special symbol hold storage display 9018b comprising four displays for displaying the number of effective winning balls that have entered the second start winning opening 9014, that is, the second reserved storage number. Is provided. The second special symbol storage memory display 9018b increases the number of indicators that are turned on by one every time there is an effective start winning. Then, each time the variable display on the second special symbol display 908b is started, the number of indicators to be turned on is reduced by one.

  Further, further above the second special symbol storage memory display 9018b, the number of effective winning balls that have entered the first start winning opening 9013, that is, the first reserved memory number (the reserved memory is also referred to as start memory or start prize memory). ) Is displayed, a first special symbol reservation storage display 9018a is provided. The first special symbol storage memory indicator 9018a increases the number of indicators to be lit by 1 each time there is an effective start winning. Then, each time the variable display on the first special symbol display 908a is started, the number of indicators to be turned on is reduced by one.

  In the gaming machine, a ball striking device (not shown) that drives a driving motor in response to a player operating a ball striking operation handle 905 and uses the rotational force of the driving motor to launch a gaming ball to the gaming area 907. ) Is provided. A game ball launched from the ball striking device enters the game area 907 through a ball striking rail formed in a circular shape so as to surround the game area 907, and then descends the game area 907. When the game ball enters the first start winning port 9013 and is detected by the first start port switch 9013a, if the variation display of the first special symbol can be started (for example, the variation display of the special symbol ends, 1), the first special symbol display unit 908a starts the variation display (variation) of the first special symbol, and the effect display device 909 starts the variation display of the effect symbol. That is, the change display of the first special symbol and the effect symbol corresponds to winning in the first start winning opening 9013. If the variable display of the first special symbol cannot be started, the first reserved memory number is increased by 1 on condition that the first reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit value.

  When the game ball enters the second start winning port 9014 and is detected by the second start port switch 9014a, if the variation display of the second special symbol can be started (for example, the variation display of the special symbol ends, 2), the second special symbol display unit 908b starts the variation display (variation) of the second special symbol, and the effect display device 909 starts the variation display of the effect symbol. That is, the change display of the second special symbol and the effect symbol corresponds to winning in the second start winning opening 9014. If the variable display of the second special symbol cannot be started, the second reserved memory number is increased by 1 on condition that the second reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit value.

  The effect display device 909 is for decoration (for effects) during the variable display time of the first special symbol by the first special symbol display device 908a and during the variable display time of the second special symbol by the second special symbol display device 908b. The effect symbol as a symbol is displayed in a variable manner. The change display of the first special symbol on the first special symbol display 908a and the change display of the effect symbol on the effect display device 909 are synchronized. Further, the variation display of the second special symbol on the second special symbol display 908b and the variation display of the effect symbol on the effect display device 909 are synchronized. In addition, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 908a and when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed on the second special symbol display 908b, the effect display device 909 causes the jackpot to be recalled. The combination of is stopped and displayed.

  In addition, at a lower position on the display screen of the effect display device 909, a hold storage display unit (total hold storage display unit) that displays the total number of the first hold memory number and the second hold memory number (total hold memory number). , A hold display area, not shown). In the combined hold storage display unit, the hold storage number can be specified as the hold storage display by, for example, the number of display of the predetermined image, by displaying the hold storage image (one hold storage image corresponding to each hold storage information, Is specified). In this way, by providing the summation pending storage display unit that displays the total number, it is possible to easily grasp the total number of execution conditions that have not met the variable display start condition. In each of the first special symbol on-hold storage display 9018a, the second special symbol on-hold storage display 9018b, and the effect display device 909, the light emission display and the image display for indicating the number of on-hold storage are on hold display or on hold. Called memory display.

  As shown in FIG. 35, a special variable winning ball device 9020 is provided below the variable winning ball device 9015. The special variable winning ball device 9020 includes an opening / closing plate, and when a specific display result (big hit symbol) is derived and displayed on the first special symbol display 908a, and a specific display result (big hit symbol) on the second special symbol display 908b. When the open / close plate is controlled to be opened by the solenoid 9021 in the specific gaming state (big hit gaming state) that occurs when is displayed and displayed, the big winning opening serving as the winning area is opened. A game ball that has won a big winning opening is detected by a count switch 9023.

  In the big hit gaming state, repeated continuous control is performed in which the special variable winning ball apparatus 9020 repeats an open state and a closed state. In the repeated continuation control, a state in which the special variable winning ball device 9020 is opened is called a round. Thus, the repeated continuation control is also called round control. In this embodiment, a plurality of types of jackpots are provided, and when it is determined to be a jackpot, one of the jackpot types is selected.

  On the left side of the effect display device 909, there is provided a normal symbol display 9010 for variably displaying normal symbols that can be distinguished from each other. In this embodiment, the normal symbol display 9010 is realized by a simple and small display (for example, 7-segment LED) capable of variably displaying numbers 0 to 9. That is, the normal symbol display 9010 is configured to variably display numbers (or symbols) from 0 to 9. The small display is formed in a square shape, for example.

  When the game ball passes through the gate 9032 and is detected by the gate switch 9032a, the display change of the normal symbol display 9010 is started. When the stop symbol on the normal symbol display 9010 is a predetermined symbol (a winning symbol, for example, a symbol “7”), the variable winning ball device 9015 is closed in a disadvantageous state for a player for a predetermined number of times. To an open state advantageous to the player. In the vicinity of the normal symbol display 9010, a normal symbol hold storage display 9041 having a display unit with four LEDs for displaying the number of winning balls that have passed through the gate 9032 is provided. Every time there is a game ball passing through the gate 9032, that is, every time a game ball is detected by the gate switch 9032a, the normal symbol holding storage display 9041 increases the number of LEDs to be turned on by one. Then, each time the variable display of the normal symbol display 9010 is started, the number of LEDs to be lit is reduced by one.

  In addition, an accessory 9012 is provided above the effect display device 909. The accessory 9012 is located between the game board 906 and the effect display device 909 and can be displaced by an accessory motor 9017. The accessory 9012 is usually located in a place where it is difficult for the player to visually recognize it, and moves to a position that can be visually recognized by the player when a predetermined effect is executed (for example, a position in front of the effect display device 909).

  At the bottom of the game board 906, there is an out port 9026 into which a hit ball that has not won a prize is taken. Also, four speakers 9027 that utter sound effects and sounds as predetermined sound outputs are provided on the left and right upper and lower left and outer sides of the game area 907. A frame LED 9028 provided on the front frame is provided on the outer periphery of the game area 907.

  Further, at the upper part of the game frame, a first upper accessory 9029L as a movable body that can be projected from the game frame by rotating with respect to a shaft 90290 (see FIG. 36) provided in the game frame, a second upper part An accessory 9029R is provided. The first upper combination 9029L on the left side from the player can be rotated by a first upper combination motor 9030L (see FIG. 38), and the second upper combination 9029R on the right side from the player. Can be rotated by a second upper accessory motor 9030R (see FIG. 38). Hereinafter, the first upper combination 9029L and the second upper combination 9029R may be collectively referred to as an upper combination.

  The rotation angle of the first upper accessory 9029L and the second upper accessory 9029R can be adjusted stepwise. Further, a first upper LED 9029A is provided inside the first upper accessory 9029L, and emits light with the same luminance regardless of the rotation angle of the first upper accessory 9029L. In addition, a second upper LED 9029B is provided inside the second upper accessory 9029R, and emits light with the same brightness regardless of the rotation angle of the second upper accessory 9029R. As described above, the first upper LED 9029A and the second upper LED 9029B as the light emitting means emit light with the same luminance regardless of the rotation angle of the upper accessory, so that the control of the light emitting means can be prevented from being complicated.

  In addition, a prepaid card unit (hereinafter also simply referred to as “card unit”) that enables lending a ball by inserting a prepaid card is installed adjacent to the pachinko gaming machine 901 (not shown).

  FIG. 36 is a diagram for explaining the operation of the upper accessory. FIG. 36 shows the state of the pachinko gaming machine 901 on the right side as viewed from the player. The rotation angle of the first upper combination 9029L and the second upper combination 9029R can be adjusted stepwise with respect to a shaft 90290 provided in the game frame. For example, as shown in FIGS. 36A to 36D, the rotation angle of the upper accessory can be adjusted in four stages of 0 degree, 45 degrees, 60 degrees, and 90 degrees. The operation of the upper accessory is controlled by a production control microcomputer 90100. For example, when the rotation angle is set to 45 degrees, the upper combination operates from 0 degrees to 45 degrees during the execution of the upper combination effect described later. The object returns to the first 0 degree position. In addition, the first upper LED 9029A and the second upper LED 9029B are controlled by the effect control microcomputer 90100 so as to emit light with the same luminance regardless of the rotation angle of the upper accessory.

  FIG. 36 (a) shows a state when the upper angle is set to 0 degree, which is a rotation angle at which the upper accessory does not protrude at all with respect to the game frame. In FIG. 36A, since the rotation angle of the upper character is set to 0 degree, the upper character does not operate, and the light from the first upper LED 9029A and the second upper LED 9029B reaches the player. There is nothing. In addition, you may perform the effect that the light from 1st upper LED9029A and 2nd upper LED9029B leaks from the clearance gap between game frames. Further, when the rotation angle of the upper accessory is 0 degree, the first upper LED 9029A and the second upper LED 9029B may be controlled not to emit light.

  FIG. 36 (b) shows a state when the upper accessory is set to 45 degrees with respect to the game frame. At this time, the light from the first upper LED 9029A and the second upper LED 9029B reaches the player, but even if the brightness is the same, the light reaching the player is less than that at 60 degrees or 90 degrees because the light emitting surface is small. And few. FIG. 36 (c) shows a state in which the upper accessory is set to 60 degrees with respect to the game frame. At this time, more light reaches the player from the first upper LED 9029A and the second upper LED 9029B than in the case of 45 degrees.

  FIG. 36 (d) shows a state when the upper accessory is set to 90 degrees, which is the rotation angle at which it projects most with respect to the game frame. At this time, since the light emitting surface becomes the largest, most light reaches from the first upper LED 9029A and the second upper LED 9029B.

  As shown in FIG. 36, since the rotation angle of the upper accessory can be adjusted stepwise, it is possible to prevent the control from becoming complicated by adjusting the rotation angle of the upper accessory steplessly.

  Here, in FIGS. 36B to 36D, the operation speed of the upper accessory is controlled to be different depending on the rotation angle of the upper accessory. Specifically, the rotational speed of the upper action increases in the order of 45 degrees <60 degrees <90 degrees. In this way, by changing the rotation speed depending on the rotation angle of the upper character, it is possible to share the effect time of the effect executed when the upper character is operated.

  FIG. 37 is a hit type table. In the hit type table of FIG. 37, for each hit type in the big hit, the big hit probability after the end of the big hit gaming state, the base after the end of the big hit gaming state, the variation time after the end of the big hit gaming state, the number of releases in the big hit ( The number of rounds) and the opening time of each round are shown.

  Specifically, in the big hit gaming state, after the special variable winning ball device 9020 is in the open state, a predetermined open state end condition (a predetermined period (for example, 29 seconds) has elapsed in the open state, or When the predetermined number (for example, 10) of winning balls is generated, the closed state is established. When the opening end condition is satisfied, a continuation right is generated and the special variable winning ball apparatus 9020 is opened again. The generation of the continuation right is repeated until the number of releases in the big hit gaming state reaches 15 rounds (final round), which is a predetermined upper limit value.

  Among the “big hits”, after being controlled to the big hit gaming state, the probability change state in which the probability of being determined as a big hit is higher than the normal state (the normal gaming state that is not the probability change state) as the special gaming state. The type (type) of jackpot that shifts to (an abbreviation for probability variation state, also referred to as high probability state) is called “probability jackpot”. In this embodiment, the special game state is controlled to a time-short state in which the variation time (variation display period) of the special symbol or the production symbol is shortened from the non-time-short state in association with the probability variation state. There is. Note that the special gaming state may be controlled to the short time state independently of the probability variation state.

  In this way, the transition time to the short-time state reduces the variation time of the special symbol and the production symbol. Therefore, when the short-time state is reached, it is easy for an effective start winning to occur, and a big hit game may be performed. Rise. Note that the type of jackpot (type) that does not shift to the probability change state after being controlled to the 15-round jackpot gaming state among the “hits” is called “ordinary jackpot”.

  Further, as the special game state, the frequency of entering the variable winning ball device 9015 is increased by increasing the frequency that the variable winning ball device 9015 is opened in association with the probability changing state or the short time state. In some cases, the control is set to the electric chew support control state that facilitates winning (higher approaching and higher frequency) in the variable winning ball apparatus 9015. Since the electric chew support control state is a high base state as will be described later, in the following description, it is mainly referred to as a high base state.

  Here, electric Chu support control will be described. As electric support control, normal symbol variation time (time from the start of variation display to display result derivation display time) is shortened and the display result is derived and displayed at an early stage (normal symbol shortening control), normal symbol The control to increase the probability that the stop symbol will be a winning symbol (ordinary symbol probability changing control), the control to increase the opening time of the variable winning ball device 9015 (opening time extension control), and the number of opening of the variable winning ball device 9015 are increased. Control (opening number increase control) is performed. When such control is performed, the time ratio during which the variable winning ball device 9015 is in the open state is higher than when the control is not performed. Therefore, the winning frequency at the second start winning port 9014 is increased. As a result, the game ball becomes easier to start and win (the execution conditions for the variable display in the special symbol displays 908a and 908b and the effect display device 909 are easily established). By this control, the winning frequency to the second starting winning port 9014 is increased, so that a gaming state in which the frequency at which the second starting condition is established and / or the frequency of execution of the variable display of the second special symbol is increased.

  The state in which the winning frequency to the second start winning opening 9014 is increased by the electric Chu support control (high frequency state) is the ratio of the number of game balls to be paid out as a winning ball according to the winning with respect to the number of shot balls. Since the “base” is in a higher state than when the control is not performed, it is called a “high base state”. Further, when such control is not performed, it is called a “low base state”. Such control is control for facilitating winning to the variable winning ball device 9015 by supporting the winning by the variable winning ball device 9015, that is, the electric tulip, and is referred to as “electric chew support control”.

  In this embodiment, “high probability state (probability variation state)” and “low probability state (non-probability variation state)” are used as terms indicating the state of jackpot probability, and terms indicating a combination of base states are used. , “High base state (electric Chu support control state)” and “low base state (non-electric Chu support control state)” are used.

  Further, in this embodiment, as a term indicating a combination of the state of the big hit probability and the base state, “low accuracy low base state”, “low accuracy high base state”, and “high accuracy high base state” are used. Use. The “low probability low base state” is a state indicating that the state of the big hit probability is the low probability state and the base state is the low base state. The “low probability high base state” is a state indicating that the state of the big hit probability is the low probability state and the base state is the high base state. The “high probability high base state” is a state indicating that the state of the big hit probability is the high probability state and the base state is the high base state.

  As shown in FIG. 37, as the big hit for 15 rounds, a plurality of types of big hits, a normal big hit and a probability variable big hit, are provided. The normal jackpot is a jackpot that is controlled to the non-probability changing state, the short time state, and the high base state (low probability high base state) after the end of the 15 rounds of the big hit gaming state. Normally, in the big hit, the non-probable change state continues for the period until the next big hit occurs, the condition that the short-time state and the high base state are executed a predetermined number of times, such as 100 fluctuation displays, and the next big hit It continues for a period until the earlier condition, which is the condition until the occurrence of, occurs. The normal big hit may be controlled so as to become a big hit controlled in a non-probability changing state, a non-time-short state, and a non-electricity chew support control state (low probability low base state).

  The probability variation jackpot is a jackpot in which control is performed to shift to the probability variation state, the time-short state, and the high base state (high probability high base state) after the end of the 15 rounds of the jackpot gaming state. In the probabilistic big hit, such a high-precise base state is satisfied, whichever is earlier, a condition that the fluctuation display is executed a predetermined number of times of 100 times or a condition that the next big hit occurs. It continues for a period until.

  FIG. 38 is a block diagram showing an example of the circuit configuration of the main board (game control board) and the effect control board. FIG. 38 also shows a payout control board 9037 and the like. A game control microcomputer (corresponding to game control means) 90560 for controlling the pachinko gaming machine 901 according to a program is mounted on the main board 9031. A game control microcomputer 90560 includes a ROM 9054 for storing a game control (game progress control) program and the like, a RAM 9055 as storage means used as a work memory, a CPU 9056 for performing control operations in accordance with the program, and an I / O port unit. 9057 included. The game control microcomputer 90560 is a one-chip microcomputer in which a ROM 9054 and a RAM 9055 are incorporated. The game control microcomputer 90560 further includes a random number circuit 90503 for generating hardware random numbers (random numbers generated by the hardware circuit).

  The RAM 9055 is a backup RAM as a non-volatile storage means that is partially or entirely backed up by a backup power source created on a power supply board (not shown). That is, even if the power supply to the gaming machine is stopped, a part or all of the contents of the RAM 9055 are stored for a predetermined period (until the capacitor as the backup power supply is discharged and the backup power supply cannot be supplied). In particular, at least data (special symbol process flag, etc.) corresponding to the game state, that is, the control state of the game control means, and data indicating the number of unpaid winning balls are stored in the backup RAM.

  In the game control microcomputer 90560, the CPU 9056 executes control in accordance with the program stored in the ROM 9054. Therefore, the game control microcomputer 90560 (or CPU 9056) executes (or performs processing) hereinafter. Specifically, the CPU 9056 executes control according to a program. The same applies to a microcomputer mounted on a board other than the main board 9031.

  The random number circuit 90503 is a hardware circuit used to generate a random number for determination for determining whether or not to win a big hit based on the display result of the special symbol variation display. The random number circuit 90503 updates the numerical data according to the set update rule within a numerical range in which an initial value (for example, 0) and an upper limit value (for example, 65535) are set, and generates the random data at random timing. Based on the fact that the starting winning time is the time of reading (extracting) the numerical data, it has a random number generation function in which the read numerical data becomes a random value. Further, the game control microcomputer 90560 has a function of setting an initial value of numerical data updated by the random number circuit 90503.

  An input driver circuit 9058 for supplying detection signals from the gate switch 9032a, the first start port switch 9013a, the second start port switch 9014a, and the count switch 9023 to the game control microcomputer 90560 is also mounted on the main board 9031. Also, an output circuit 9059 for driving a solenoid 9016 for opening and closing the variable winning ball device 9015 and a solenoid 9021 for opening and closing the special variable winning ball device 9020 for forming a big winning opening according to a command from the game control microcomputer 90560 is also provided. It is mounted on the substrate 9031.

  Further, the game control microcomputer 90560 includes a first special symbol display 908a, a second special symbol display 908b, which variably displays special symbols, a normal symbol display 9010, which variably displays normal symbols, and a first special symbol hold memory. Display control is performed on the display 9018a, the second special symbol storage memory display 9018b, and the normal symbol storage memory display 9041.

  The effect control board 9080 is equipped with an effect control microcomputer 90100, a ROM 90102, a RAM 90103, a VDP 90109, an I / O port unit 90105, and the like. The ROM 90102 stores an effect control program such as display control, data, and the like. The RAM 90103 is used as a work memory. The ROM 90102 and the RAM 90103 may be incorporated in the effect control microcomputer 90100. The VDP 90109 controls display of the effect display device 909 in cooperation with the effect control microcomputer 90100.

  The effect control microcomputer 90100 provides an effect control command for instructing the contents of the effect from the game control microcomputer 90560 via the relay board 9077 that allows the signal to pass only in one direction from the main board 9031 to the effect control board 9080. And display control of the frame LED 9028 provided on the frame side via the lamp driver board 9035, and from the speaker 9027 via the audio output board 9070. Various effects are controlled, such as controlling the sound output. In the effect control microcomputer 90100, the effect control CPU 90101 executes control in accordance with the program stored in the ROM 90102. Therefore, the effect control microcomputer 90100 (or effect control CPU 90101) executes (or Specifically, the processing means that the effect control CPU 90101 executes control according to a program. The same applies to microcomputers mounted on boards other than the effect control board 9080.

  Further, the effect control CPU 90101 sends an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the player's operation action to the trigger button 90125 of the stick controller 90122 is detected from the trigger sensor 90121 to the input port of the I / O port unit 90105. Enter through. Further, the effect control CPU 90101 inputs an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the player's operation action on the push button 90120 has been detected from the push sensor 90124 via the input port of the I / O port unit 90105. To do. Further, the effect control CPU 90101 receives an operation detection signal as an information signal indicating that the player's operation action with respect to the operation stick of the stick controller 90122 has been detected from the tilt direction sensor unit 90123 and is input to the I / O port unit 90105. Enter through the port. Further, the effect control CPU 90101 outputs a drive signal to the vibrator motor 90126 via the output port of the I / O port unit 90105, thereby causing the stick controller 90122 to vibrate. Further, the effect control CPU 90101 drives the accessory 9090 by driving the accessory motor 9017 via a motor drive circuit (not shown).

  Further, the effect control CPU 90101 drives the first upper accessory motor 9030L via the motor drive circuit (not shown) to operate the first upper accessory 9029L. The effect control CPU 90101 drives the second upper accessory motor 9030R via a motor drive circuit (not shown) to operate the second upper accessory 9029R. Further, the effect control CPU 90101 performs display control of the first upper LED 9029A and the second upper LED 9029B provided on the upper part of the game frame via the lamp driver board 9035. The effect control CPU 90101 may perform different controls instead of performing the same control for the first upper accessory 9029L and the second upper accessory 9029R. For example, the rotation angle and light amount of the first upper accessory 9029L and the second upper accessory 9029R may be changed separately. Moreover, you may perform the production | presentation which makes the 1st upper part 9029L and the 2nd upper part 9029R operate | move alternately, or makes it light alternately.

  FIG. 39 is an explanatory diagram showing each random number. In FIG. 39, the type of random number, the update range, the usage, and the addition condition are shown. Each random number is used as follows.

  (1) Random R ′: A random counter for hit determination that determines whether or not to make a big hit. Random R ′ is updated one by one at 10 MHz, is added and updated from 0, and is added and updated up to its upper limit of 65535, and then is added and updated again from 0. (2) Random 1 ′ (MR1 ′): Determines the type of jackpot (any type of type, normal jackpot or probability variation jackpot) and jackpot symbol (for jackpot type determination, jackpot symbol determination). (3) Random 2 ′ (MR2 ′): The type (type) of the variation pattern is determined (for variation pattern type determination). (4) Random 3 ′ (MR3 ′): A variation pattern (variation time) is determined (for variation pattern determination). (5) Random 4 ′ (MR4 ′): Determines whether or not to generate a hit based on the normal symbol (for normal symbol hit determination). (6) Random 5 ′ (MR5 ′): An initial value of random 4 ′ is determined (for determining a random 4 ′ initial value).

  In this embodiment, the big hit that is the specific gaming state includes a plurality of types, that is, a normal big hit and a probable big hit. Therefore, when the big hit is determined based on the value of the big hit determination random number (random R ′), the big hit type is one of these based on the value of the big hit type determination random number (random 1 ′). The jackpot type is determined. Furthermore, when the type of jackpot is determined, the jackpot symbol is also determined based on the value of the jackpot type determination random number (random 1 ′). Therefore, the random 1 ′ is also a jackpot symbol determining random number.

  The variation pattern is first determined using a variation pattern type determination random number (random 2 ′) and included in the variation pattern type determined using the variation pattern determination random number (random 3 ′). Decide on one of the fluctuation patterns. Thus, in this embodiment, the variation pattern is determined by a two-stage lottery process. The variation pattern type is a group of a plurality of variation patterns according to the characteristics of the variation mode. One or more variation patterns belong to the variation pattern type. The variation pattern type may be referred to as a variation type.

  In this embodiment, the variation patterns are classified into a normal variation pattern type that is a variation pattern type that does not involve reach and a reach variation pattern type that is a variation pattern type that involves reach.

  When the display result is out of order, such a variation pattern type is set so that the selection ratio of the variation pattern type is different depending on whether it is in the short-time state or not in the short-time state. When this is the case, the variation time is shortened compared to when the time is not short. For example, in the short-time state, in order to shorten the average time of the fluctuation time compared to when the time-short state is not, the fluctuation time of a predetermined fluctuation pattern is set shorter than when the time is not short, or the fluctuation pattern type is the most variable. The variation pattern type with the shortest time is selected more frequently, and even when the reach type is selected, the normal reach variation pattern with the shortest variation time is selected among the variation pattern types. By doing so, the average time of the fluctuation time is shorter than when not in the time-short state.

  In addition, such a variation pattern type is set so that the selection ratio is different when the number of reserved memories of each special symbol that displays variation is greater than or equal to a predetermined number and when it is less than the predetermined number, When the number of reserved symbols for each special symbol for variable display is greater than or equal to a predetermined number, the number of reserved symbols for each special symbol is less than the predetermined number. You may make it do. For example, in the hold number shortening control state, the ratio of selecting a variation pattern type having a short variation display time, such as a normal variation pattern type, is set to be higher than in a case where the hold number shortening control state is not set. The average time of the variable display time may be shorter than that in the non-holding number shortening control state. In the hold number reduction control, the change display time itself of the change pattern type may be shortened even when the same change pattern type is selected as compared to the case where the hold number reduction control state is not set.

  The variation pattern may be a one-step determination method in which the variation pattern is determined by one random number lottery, instead of the two-step determination method of determining the variation pattern after determining the variation pattern type.

  FIG. 40 is an explanatory diagram showing a jackpot determination table and a jackpot type determination table. FIG. 40A is an explanatory diagram showing a jackpot determination table. The jackpot determination table is a collection of data stored in the ROM 9054 and is a table in which a jackpot determination value to be compared with the random R ′ is set. The jackpot determination table includes a normal (non-probability change) jackpot determination table used in a normal state (a gaming state that is not a probability change state, that is, a non-probability change state), and a probability change jackpot determination table used in a probability change state.

  Each value described in the left column of FIG. 40 (A) is set as a big hit determination value in the normal jackpot determination table, and is described in the right column of FIG. 40 (A) in the probability change big hit determination table. Each value is set as a big hit judgment value. The jackpot judgment value set in the jackpot judgment table at the time of probability change is the jackpot judgment value common to the jackpot judgment value set in the normal jackpot judgment table (referred to as the normal jackpot judgment value or the first jackpot judgment value). Due to the addition of the unique jackpot judgment value, a larger number (10 times the number of jackpot judgment values) than the probability change jackpot judgment table (referred to as the jackpot judgment value or the second jackpot judgment value at the time of probability change) is set. . As a result, the probability variation state is determined to be a big hit with a higher probability than the normal state.

  The CPU 9056 extracts the count value of the random number circuit 90503 at a predetermined time and compares the extracted value with the value of the jackpot determination random number (random R ′). The jackpot determination random number is as shown in FIG. If it matches any of the jackpot determination values shown in (1), it is determined that the special symbol will be a jackpot (normal jackpot or probability variation jackpot). Note that the “probability” shown in FIG. 40A indicates the probability (ratio) of a big hit.

  40B and 40C are explanatory diagrams showing a big hit type determination table stored in the ROM 9054. FIG. FIG. 40 (B) shows a case where a jackpot type is determined using a hold memory (also referred to as a first hold memory) based on a game ball winning a first start winning opening 9013 (the first special symbol variable display is displayed). 1 is a first special symbol jackpot type determination table (for the first special symbol) used when FIG. 40 (C) shows a case in which a big hit type is determined using a holding memory (also referred to as a second holding memory) based on a game ball winning in the second start winning opening 9014 (the second special symbol variable display is displayed). It is a 2nd special symbol jackpot type determination table used when it is performed.

  Each of the first and second special symbol jackpot type determination tables of FIGS. 40 (B) and 40 (C) is used for determining the jackpot type when it is determined that the variable display result is a jackpot symbol. Based on the random number (random 1 ′), the type of jackpot is determined as either “normal jackpot” or “probability variable jackpot”, and is also referred to in determining the jackpot symbol.

  In the first special symbol jackpot type determination table of FIG. 40 (B), there are numerical values to be compared with random 1 ′ values, which are judgment values corresponding to “normal jackpot” and “probability big hit” (jackpot type). Judgment value) is set. In the second special symbol jackpot type determination table of FIG. 40 (C), there are numerical values to be compared with the random 1 ′ values, and the judgment values corresponding to the “normal jackpot” and “probability big hit” (the jackpot type). Judgment value) is set.

  As shown in FIGS. 40B and 40C, the jackpot type determination value is also used as a determination value (big hit symbol determination value) for determining the big hit symbol of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. The determination value corresponding to “normal jackpot” is also set as the determination value corresponding to “3” of the jackpot symbol of the first special symbol and the second special symbol. The determination value corresponding to “probable big hit” is also set as the determination value corresponding to “7” of the big hit symbol of the first special symbol and the second special symbol.

  Using the jackpot type determination table, the CPU 9056 determines the type corresponding to the jackpot type determination value for which the random 1 ′ value matches as the jackpot type, and also uses the jackpot symbol for which the random 1 ′ value matches as the jackpot symbol. To decide. Thereby, the jackpot type and the jackpot symbol corresponding to the jackpot type are determined at the same time.

  The first special symbol jackpot type determination table in FIG. 40B and the second special symbol jackpot type determination table in FIG. 40C have the same ratio determined for probability variation jackpots. In such a case, the big hit type determination table may not be divided between the first special symbol and the second special symbol. When the big hit type is selected from among a plurality of types of big hits having different maximum round numbers in the big hit gaming state as the big hit type, the second special symbol big hit type determination table of FIG. You may set so that the ratio by which the big hit type with many round numbers is selected becomes higher than the 1st special symbol big hit type determination table of (B). In this way, in the high base state, the big hit type selection is advantageous for the player, and the interest of the game can be improved. In addition, the second special symbol jackpot type determination table in FIG. 40C may have a higher ratio determined for probability variation jackpots than the first special symbol jackpot type determination table in FIG. 40B. . By doing so, the variation display of the second special symbol can be more likely to be a big hit than the variation display of the first special symbol. In addition, the first special symbol jackpot type determination table may be set to have a higher ratio determined for the probability variation jackpot than the second special symbol jackpot type determination table.

  Next, a variation pattern table used to select and determine the variation pattern of the special symbol and the effect symbol in the game control microcomputer 90560 will be described with reference to FIG. FIG. 41 is a diagram showing a variation pattern table used for determining a variation pattern in a table format.

  In FIG. 41, (a) shows a determination table for when the normal state is shifted, and (b) shows a determination table for when the short state is shifted. Further, (c) shows a normal big hit determination table, and (d) shows a probability variation big hit determination table. Each of the determination tables in FIGS. 41A to 41D is stored in the ROM 9054, is selected according to the gaming state, and is used to determine (determine) the variation pattern type and variation pattern.

  The determination table shown in FIG. 41 includes a variation pattern type determination table that indicates the relationship between the random 2 ′ and the variation pattern type, and a variation pattern determination table that indicates the relationship between the random 3 ′ and the variation patterns belonging to various types for each variation pattern type. Including.

  In the column of “variation pattern type” or “variation pattern” in each table of FIG. 41, “normal” or “normal variation” indicates a normal variation pattern that does not reach.

  In addition, “normal reach” in each table of FIG. 41 indicates a fluctuation pattern of normal reach that does not perform a particularly flashy effect when the reach state is reached. “Super Reach” indicates a variation pattern for performing a reach effect in which a special effect image is displayed when the reach state is reached.

  Further, as described above, “super reach” is a variation pattern in which the ratio selected when a big hit is higher than that of “normal reach” is high, and the reliability of the big hit is high. Furthermore, “super reach” is a variation pattern in which the variation time is longer than that of “normal reach” (for example, normal reach 10 seconds, super reach 50 seconds to 80 seconds). In addition, four types of fluctuation patterns are set for the super reach, and the big hit expectation degree (the big win becomes the first super reach <the second super reach <the third super reach <the fourth super reach). (Possibility) is high.

  The “expectation” is a concept including an expectation for jackpot, an expectation for probability change, and the like. Specifically, the degree of expectation (also referred to as reliability) for the big hit is an expectation degree (a ratio to be a big hit) when each reach fluctuation pattern is selected. For example, reach fluctuation is performed 100 times. If the number of hits is 60 times, the degree of expectation for the big hit is 60% (the appearance rate (probability) that the big hit appears is 60%). In addition, the degree of expectation for probability variation refers to the degree of expectation (proportion of probability variation) that shifts to the probability variation state.

  Note that the variation pattern shown in the loss determination table is a variation pattern in which the final display result of the variation display is a display result of “out”. The variation pattern shown in the normal jackpot determination table is a variation pattern in which the final display result of the variation display is a display result of “normal jackpot”. The variation pattern shown in the probability variation jackpot determination table is a variation pattern in which the final display result of the variation display is the display result of “probability variation jackpot”.

  Based on these pieces of information, for example, the variation pattern “fourth super reach (80 seconds)” shown in the “variation pattern” column of FIG. It is shown that the variation pattern of the fourth super reach executed in seconds.

  In the table of FIG. 41, “Random 2 ′ range” and “Variation pattern type” are described as a variation pattern type determination table section indicating the relationship between “Random 2 ′ range” and “Variation pattern type”. It is a column indicating a function. For example, taking FIG. 41A as an example, all values of random 2 ′ (1 to 251) are assigned to each of a plurality of variation pattern types such as “normal”, “normal reach”, and “super reach”. Allocation is divided into multiple numerical ranges. For example, taking FIG. 41A as an example, the random 2 ′ value extracted at a predetermined timing matches one of the determination values assigned to 140 to 229 among the random values 1 to 251. Then, “normal reach” is determined as the variation pattern type.

  In addition, in the table of FIG. 41, the fields described as “random 3 ′ range” and “variation pattern” function as a variation pattern determination table section indicating the relationship between “random 3 ′ range” and “variation pattern”. It is a column which shows. The variation patterns shown corresponding to each type of variation pattern type determination table are variation patterns belonging to each type. For example, taking FIG. 41A as an example, the variation patterns belonging to the type of “super reach” are “first super reach”, “second super reach”, “third super reach”, and “first super reach”. “4 Super Reach”.

  All of the random 3 ′ (1 to 220) values are assigned to each of a plurality of variation patterns corresponding to each variation pattern type in a plurality of numerical ranges. For example, taking FIG. 41 (a) as an example, when it is determined that the variation pattern type of “super reach” is selected, random numbers 3 ′ extracted at a predetermined timing are 1 to 220 random values. If it matches one of the determination values assigned to 1 to 70, it is determined that the variation pattern of “first super reach (50 seconds)” is set.

  When the variation display result for the first special symbol or the second special symbol is off, the determination table is selected as follows to determine the variation pattern. In the non-short-time state, when the fluctuation display result is out of place, the normal state out-of-state determination table of FIG. 41A is selected. On the other hand, when the fluctuation display result is out of time in the time reduction state, the time reduction state determination table in FIG. 41B is selected. It should be noted that by using the determination tables of FIGS. 41 (a) and 41 (b), the reach ratio at the time of deviation from the normal state and from the short time state is constant regardless of the number of holds.

  When the variation display result is a big hit for the first special symbol or the second special symbol regardless of whether the time is short or not, the determination table is selected as follows in order to determine the variation pattern. When the fluctuation display result is a normal big hit, the normal big hit determination table of FIG. 41 (c) is selected. When the variation display result is a probable big hit regardless of whether the time is short or not, the probable big hit determination table of FIG. 41 (d) is selected.

  In the time short state deviation determination table of FIG. 41 (b), the fluctuation time of normal fluctuation is set shorter than that in the normal state deviation time determination table of FIG. 41 (a). 41B, the fluctuation time is shorter than the reach fluctuation (including the normal reach fluctuation and the super reach fluctuation) compared to the normal state deviation determination table of FIG. 41A. So that the percentage determined for normal fluctuations (non-reach deviation fluctuations (variations resulting in deviation display results instead of reaching reach)) is low, and the percentage determined for reach fluctuations with longer fluctuation times than normal fluctuations is low. Data is set.

  As a result, compared to the non-time-short state (normal state), the rate of change in the short-time state is higher in the time-short state, so the time-short state is the non-time-short state. The change display is performed with a change time shorter than that in the mean time. By selecting the determination table in this way, the time saving state can be realized. In addition, by setting the normal fluctuation so that the fluctuation time is shorter in the time-short state than in the non-time-short state, it is possible to shorten the pending digestion during the time-short state.

  In the determination tables shown in FIGS. 41A and 41B that are selected when there is a deviation, the data is set so that the selection ratio of the reach type is selected in a height relationship such that normal reach> super reach. Has been. On the other hand, in the determination tables shown in FIGS. 41 (c) and 41 (d), which are selected when a big hit is made, the selection ratio of the reach type is selected with a high / low relationship such that normal reach <super reach. Data is set. As a result, the ratio of super reach reach production (the ratio of super reach reach production when a reach is selected) is higher when a big hit is made than when it is out of reach. The performance can increase the player's expectation.

  In addition, the determination table shown in FIG. 41 (d) that is selected when a promising big hit out of the big hits has a normal reach compared to the determination table shown in FIG. On the other hand, the data is set so that the ratio of selecting the type of super reach production is high. As a result, when the probability is a big hit, the ratio of the reach reach of the super reach (the ratio of the reach reach of the super reach when the reach is selected) is higher than the case of the normal big win. By performing the reach of reach, it is possible to increase the player's expectation for a promising big hit.

  Note that such a variation pattern is obtained when the total number of reserved storage (total value) of the first special symbol and the second special symbol that display variation is greater than or equal to a predetermined number (for example, the total number of reserved storage is 3 or more). By setting the selection ratio to be different from when the number is less than the predetermined number, when the total number of pending storage is greater than or equal to the predetermined number, the variation time is longer than when the total number of pending storage is less than the predetermined number It is also possible to execute the hold number shortening control for shortening. However, the expectation for reach can be maintained by keeping the ratio of reach (including normal reach and super reach) constant even under the condition that the hold number shortening control is executed (for example, the total number of stored holds is 3 or more). In addition, only the super reach in the reach may not be shortened so as to execute the hold time reduction control. Furthermore, the short time control of the number of holdings may be executable by selecting a high rate of normal fluctuation with a short fluctuation time, or may be executable by shortening the fluctuation time of each fluctuation pattern itself, The combination may be used.

  FIG. 42 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the effect control command transmitted by the game control microcomputer 90560. The game control microcomputer 90560 transmits various effect control commands to the effect control microcomputer 90100 in accordance with the game control state, as shown in FIG.

  Main commands in FIG. 42 will be described. The command 80XX (H) is an effect control command (variation pattern command) for designating a variation pattern of the effect symbol displayed in a variation on the effect display device 909 corresponding to the variation display of the special symbol (each corresponding to the variation pattern XX) ). That is, when a unique number is assigned to each variation pattern that can be used as shown in FIG. 41, there is a variation pattern command corresponding to each variation pattern specified by that number. “(H)” indicates a hexadecimal number. The effect control command for designating the variation pattern is also a command for designating the start of variation. Therefore, when the effect control CPU 90101 receives the command 80XX (H), the effect display device 909 controls the effect display device 909 to start the variable display of effect symbols.

  Commands 8C01 (H) to 8C03 (H) are display result designation commands indicating whether or not to make a big hit and the type of big hit.

  The command 8D01 (H) is a first symbol variation designation command indicating that the variation display of the first special symbol is started. Command 8D02 (H) is a second symbol variation designation command indicating that the variation display of the second special symbol is started. The command 8F00 (H) is a command (design determination designation command) for designating to end the variation of the first and second special symbols.

  Command 9000 (H) is an effect control command (initialization designation command: power-on designation command) that is transmitted when power supply to the gaming machine is started (at the time of initialization by RAM clear). Command 9200 (H) is an effect control command (power failure recovery designation command) transmitted when power supply to the gaming machine is resumed (initial setting at the time of restart due to a power failure that is not RAM clear). When the power supply to the gaming machine is started, the gaming control microcomputer 90560 transmits a power failure recovery designation command if data is stored in the backup RAM, and if not, initialization designation is performed. Send a command. Command 9F00 (H) is an effect control command (customer waiting demonstration designation command) for designating a customer waiting demonstration.

  The commands A001 to A002 (H) are jackpot start designation commands that designate the jackpot gaming state start for each jackpot type (normal jackpot or probability variation jackpot).

  The command A1XX (H) is a special winning opening open designation command that indicates a display during opening of the special winning opening for the number of times (round) indicated by XX. A2XX (H) is a designation command after opening the big prize opening indicating the opening (closing) of the big prize opening of the number of times (round) indicated by XX.

  The commands A301 to A302 (H) are jackpot end designation commands for designating the jackpot gaming state end for each jackpot type (normal jackpot or probability variation jackpot).

  Command A 401 (H) is a first start winning designation command for designating that the first starting win has been received. Command A 402 (H) is a second start winning designation command for designating that there has been a second start winning.

  Command B000 (H) is a normal state designation command for designating that the gaming state is a normal state (low probability state). Command B001 (H) is a short time state designation command for designating that the gaming state is the short time state (high base state). Command B002 (H) is a probability variation state designation command for designating that the gaming state is a probability variation state (high probability state).

  Command C0XX (H) is a combined pending storage number designation command indicating the combined pending storage number. The command C100 (H) is a total pending storage number subtraction designation command indicating that the total pending storage number is decremented by one. In this embodiment, the total reserved memory number designation command is issued at the time of starting winning of a game ball to the first starting winning opening 9013 or the second starting winning opening 9014 (for example, when a start opening switch passing process described later is executed). And sent to the production control microcomputer 90100. In addition, the combined pending storage number subtraction designation command is sent to the effect control microcomputer 90100 at the time of starting the variable display (for example, when executing the special symbol variable display processing described later). Note that the combined pending storage designation command and the pending storage count subtraction designation command may be used together. For example, a combined reserved memory number designation command may be used as a command that can specify the number of reserved memories after subtraction. Note that the command for specifying the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number is transmitted instead of the total reserved memory number, and the effect control microcomputer 90100 transmits the first reserved memory number and the second reserved memory number. May be specified as the total pending storage number.

  The command C2XX (H) and the command C3XX (H) are the results of winning determination results such as jackpot determination, jackpot type determination, variation pattern type determination at the time of starting winning to the first start winning opening 9013 or the second starting winning opening 9014, etc. This is an effect control command indicating the contents. Of these, the command C2XX (H) is a symbol designating command indicating whether or not the winning determination result is a big hit and the determination result of the type of big hit. The command C3XX (H) is a variation type command that indicates a determination result (variation pattern type determination result) of which determination value range the random value for variation pattern type determination among the winning determination results. It is.

  In this embodiment, the game control microcomputer 90560 determines whether or not to win a big win at the start winning, and which judgment value range the value of the big hit type and the random number for determining the variation pattern type. . Then, in the EXT data of the symbol designating command, a value for designating the big hit and a value for designating the type of the big win are set, and control to transmit to the effect control microcomputer 90100 is performed. A value for designating a range of a judgment value as a judgment result of the fluctuation pattern type is set in the EXT data of the fluctuation type command, and control to transmit to the effect control microcomputer 90100 is performed. In this embodiment, the production control microcomputer 90100 can recognize whether or not the display result is a big hit and the type of the big hit based on the value set in the symbol designation command, The variation pattern type can be recognized based on the variation type command.

  Next, a configuration example of an area (holding storage buffer) for storing data (holding storage data) such as random numbers corresponding to the holding storage on the game control microcomputer 90560 side will be described. The reserved storage buffer is provided in the RAM 9055.

  A storage area corresponding to the upper limit value (4 in this example) of the first reserved storage number is secured in the first reserved storage buffer. In addition, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value of the second reserved storage number (4 in this example) is secured in the second reserved storage buffer. The first reserved storage buffer and the second reserved storage buffer include a jackpot determination random number (random R ′) that is a hardware random number, a jackpot type determination random number (random 1 ′) that is a software random number, and a variation pattern type determination. The random number for random use (random 2 ′) and the random number for variation pattern determination (random 3 ′) are stored.

  Based on winning in the first start winning opening 9013 or the second starting winning opening 9014, the CPU 9056 extracts such random number values from the random number circuit 90503 and a random counter for generating software random numbers, A process of saving (storing) in the saving area in the first pending storage buffer or the second pending storage buffer is executed. Specifically, based on the winning at the first start winning opening 9013, these random number values are extracted and stored in the first reserved storage buffer. Further, based on the winning at the second start winning opening 9014, these random number values are extracted and stored in the second reserved storage buffer.

  In some cases, “holding stored” indicates that the information related to the start winning as described above is stored in the first holding storage buffer or the second holding storage buffer. Note that the variation pattern type determination random number (random 2 ′) and the variation pattern determination random number (random 3 ′) are not extracted at the time of starting winning and stored in the storage area in advance, but will be described later in a variation pattern setting process. You may make it extract at the time (at the time of the change start of a special symbol).

  As described later, the data stored in the hold storage buffer is read out at the time of starting winning and used for the pre-reading notice effect, and is read out at the start of the variable display and used for the variable display.

  When there is a start winning to the first start winning port 9013 or the second start winning port 9014, a symbol designation command, a variation type command, a first (second) start prize designation command, and a total pending storage number designation command are called. The command indicating the determination result of the start winning determination process is transmitted from the main board 9031 to the effect control board 9080. In the start winning reception command buffer provided in the RAM 90103 of the effect control microcomputer 90100, the received symbol designating command, variation type command, first (second) start winning designating command, and total pending memory number designating command are received. A storage area for storing data that can identify received commands is secured so that various commands such as can be stored in association with each other.

  In this embodiment, the effect control pattern of the effect symbol performed in response to the variation display of the first special symbol and the second special symbol corresponds to a plurality of types of variation patterns, the variation display operation of the effect symbol, the reach It is composed of data indicating the contents of control of various effect operations, such as effect display operations in effects, etc., or various effect operations that are not accompanied by display changes of effect symbols. The notice effect control pattern includes data indicating the control content of the effect operation that becomes the notice effect executed corresponding to the notice pattern in which a plurality of patterns are prepared in advance. The various effect control patterns are configured by data indicating the control contents corresponding to various effect operations executed in accordance with the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 901.

  Next, the operation of the pachinko gaming machine 901 will be described. In the pachinko gaming machine 901, when the game control microcomputer 90560 on the main board 9031 executes a predetermined main process, a timer interrupt is periodically executed every predetermined time (for example, 2 ms) and the timer interrupt process is executed. As a result, various game controls can be executed.

  In the main processing, for example, necessary initial setting processing, normal time initialization processing, gaming state restoration processing other than normal time, random number circuit setting processing (random number circuit 90503 is initially set), display random number update processing (variation pattern) (Variable random number update processing such as type determination and variation pattern determination), initial value random number update processing (ordinary symbol determination random number generation counter initial value initial value update processing), and the like.

  FIG. 43 is a flowchart showing the timer interrupt process. When the timer interrupt occurs, the CPU 9056 executes the timer interrupt process of steps S20 to 90903 shown in FIG. 43 (hereinafter simply referred to as “S”). In the timer interrupt process, first, a power-off detection process for detecting whether or not a power-off signal has been output (whether or not an on-state has been turned on) is executed (S9020). Next, detection signals of the gate switch 9032a, the first start port switch 9013a, the second start port switch 9014a, and the count switch 9023 are input via the input driver circuit 9058, and the state determination is performed (switch processing: S9021). .

  Next, the CPU 9056 includes a first special symbol display 908a, a second special symbol display 908b, a normal symbol display 9010, a first special symbol hold storage display 9018a, a second special symbol hold storage display 9018b, and a normal symbol. A display control process for controlling the display of the on-hold storage display 9041 is executed (S9022). For the first special symbol display 908a, the second special symbol display 908b, and the normal symbol display 9010, a control for outputting a drive signal to each display according to the contents of the output buffer set in S9032 and S9033. Execute.

  Also, a process of updating the count value of each counter for generating a random number for determination such as a random number for normal symbol determination and a random number for jackpot type determination used for game control is performed (determination random number update process: S9023). . The CPU 9056 further performs a process of updating the count value of the counter for generating the initial value random number and the display random number (initial value random number update process, display random number update process: S9024, S9025).

  Further, the CPU 9056 performs special symbol process processing (S9026). In the special symbol process, the corresponding special symbol process is executed in accordance with a special symbol process flag for controlling the first special symbol indicator 8a, the second special symbol indicator 908b, and the big prize opening in a predetermined order. The value of the flag is updated according to the gaming state.

  Next, the normal symbol process is performed (S9027). In the normal symbol process, the CPU 9056 executes the corresponding process according to the normal symbol process flag for controlling the display state of the normal symbol display 9010 in a predetermined order, and sets the value of the normal symbol process flag to the gaming state. Update accordingly.

  Further, CPU 9056 performs a process of sending an effect control command to effect control microcomputer 90100 (effect control command control process: S9028). Further, the CPU 9056 performs information output processing for outputting data such as jackpot information, start information, probability variation information supplied to the hall management computer, for example (S9029).

  Further, the CPU 9056 executes prize ball processing for setting the number of prize balls based on detection signals from the first start port switch 9013a, the second start port switch 9014a, and the count switch 9023 (S9030).

  In this embodiment, a RAM area (output port buffer) corresponding to the output state of the output port is provided, but the CPU 9056 relates to on / off of the solenoid in the RAM area corresponding to the output state of the output port. The contents are output to the output port (S9031: output processing).

  CPU 9056 performs special symbol display control processing for setting special symbol display control data for effect display of special symbols in the output buffer for setting special symbol display control data according to the value of the special symbol process flag ( S9032).

  Further, CPU 9056 performs normal symbol display control processing for setting normal symbol display control data for effect display of normal symbols in the output buffer for setting normal symbol display control data according to the value of the normal symbol process flag ( S9033). Further, the CPU 9056 executes the effect display of the normal symbol on the normal symbol display 9010 by outputting a drive signal in S9022 according to the display control data set in the output buffer.

  Thereafter, the interrupt permission state is set (S9034), and the process ends. With the above control, in this embodiment, the game control process is started every predetermined time.

  FIG. 44 is a flowchart showing the special symbol process (S9026). In the special symbol process, a process for controlling the first special symbol display 908a or the second special symbol display 908b and the special winning opening is executed. In the special symbol process, a start port switch passing process is executed (S90312). Then, any one of S90300 to S90307 is performed according to the internal state.

  In the game control microcomputer 90560, as described above, the RAM 9055 stores on-hold storage data (first on-hold storage data) such as a big hit determination random number obtained based on the start winning to the first start winning opening 9013. And a second reserved storage buffer for storing reserved storage data (second reserved storage data) such as a big hit determination random number obtained based on the start winning to the second starting winning opening 9014 Is provided. In each of these reserved storage buffers, a storage area corresponding to the upper limit value (4 in this example) of the number of each reserved storage is secured.

  In the start port switch passing process, if the first start port switch 9013a is turned on, the number of the first reserved storage data is stored on the condition that the first reserved memory number has not reached the upper limit value (for example, 4). 1 is incremented by 1 and the numerical data (for example, a big hit determination random number, a variation pattern type determination random number, and a variation pattern determination) are obtained from the random number circuit 90503 or a counter for generating a software random number. (Random number for use) is extracted, and processing for storing (storing) them in the storage area in the first reserved storage buffer is executed. Further, the value of the total pending storage number counter is incremented by 1, and a process of storing (storing) data indicating “first” in the pending specific area corresponding to the value of the total pending storage number counter after the summation is executed. On the other hand, if the second start port switch 9014a is on, the second number of stored second stored data is counted on condition that the second number of stored storage has not reached the upper limit (for example, 4). Increase the value of the pending storage number counter by 1 and extract numerical data (for example, a big hit determination random number, a variation pattern type determination random number, and a variation pattern determination random number) from the random number circuit 90503 or a counter for generating a software random number Then, a process of storing (storing) them in the storage area in the second reserved storage buffer is executed. Further, the value of the total pending storage number counter is incremented by 1, and a process of storing (storing) data indicating “second” in the pending specific area corresponding to the value of the total pending storage number counter after the summation is executed.

  The processing of S90300 to S90307 is as follows. The special symbol normal process (S90300) is a process for determining whether or not the display result of the variable display is a big hit, and determining the big hit type in the case of the big hit. The variation pattern setting process (S90301) determines the variation pattern (variation pattern type determination random number and variation pattern determination random number using the variation pattern determination random number) and measures the variation time according to the determined variation pattern. This is a process for performing control such as the start of timing of the fluctuation time timer.

  The display result designation command transmission process (S90302) is a process for performing control to transmit a display result designation command to the effect control microcomputer 90100. The special symbol changing process (S90303) is a process of proceeding to the special symbol stop process when the fluctuation time of the fluctuation pattern selected in the fluctuation pattern setting process elapses. The special symbol stop process (S90304) displays the fluctuation display on the first special symbol display 908a or the second special symbol display 908b when the fluctuation time corresponding to the decided fluctuation pattern is timed by the fluctuation time timer. This is a process of stopping and deriving and displaying a stop symbol.

  The pre-opening process for the big winning opening (S90305) is a process for performing control for opening the big winning opening in the special variable winning ball apparatus 9020 according to the type of the big hit. In the special winning opening opening process (S90306), the control for transmitting the presentation control command for the round display production in the big hit gaming state to the production control microcomputer 90100 and the establishment of the closing condition of the special winning opening are confirmed. This is processing for performing processing and the like. If the conditions for closing the big prize opening are satisfied and there are still remaining rounds, the process proceeds to the pre-opening process for the big prize opening (S90305). When all the rounds are finished, the process proceeds to the big hit end process (S90307). The big hit end process (S90307) is a process for performing control or the like for causing the microcomputer 90100 for effect control to perform display control for notifying the player that the big hit gaming state has ended.

  Next, the operation of the effect control microcomputer 90100 will be described. FIG. 45 is a flowchart showing an effect control main process executed by the effect control microcomputer 90100 (specifically, effect control CPU 90101) mounted on the effect control board 9080.

  When the power is turned on, the effect control CPU 90101 starts executing the effect control main process. In the effect control main process, first, initialization processing is performed for clearing the RAM area, setting various initial values, and initializing a timer for determining the activation control activation interval (for example, 2 ms) (S90701). ). Thereafter, the effect control CPU 90101 proceeds to a loop process for monitoring a timer interrupt flag (S90702). When a timer interrupt occurs, the effect control CPU 90101 sets a timer interrupt flag in the timer interrupt process. In the effect control main process, if the timer interrupt flag is set, the effect control CPU 90101 clears the flag (S90703), and executes the following effect control process.

  In the effect control process, the effect control CPU 90101 first analyzes the received effect control command, and sets data such as a flag that can specify what the received effect control command indicates. Processing (for example, processing for storing data that can identify received commands in various command storage areas provided in the RAM 90103, etc.) is performed (command analysis processing: S90704). Next, the effect control CPU 90101 performs effect control process processing (S90705). In the effect control process, in order to perform various effects such as a change display of effect symbols on the effect display device 909 in accordance with the contents of the effect control command analyzed in S90704, the current control among the processes according to the control state A process corresponding to the state (effect control process flag) is selected and the effect control is executed.

  Next, random numbers (SR1′-1 for determining the left stop symbol of the effect symbol, SR1′-2 for determining the middle stop symbol of the effect symbol, SR1 for determining the right stop symbol of the effect symbol used by the microcomputer 90100 for effect control) The random number update process for updating the count value of the counter for generating '-3 etc.) is executed (S90706). Each of such random numbers SR1′-1 to SR1′-3 is generated by a count of a random counter that updates a count value by software, and is cyclically updated within a predetermined range for each, It is used as a random number by being extracted at a timing determined for each.

  Next, a hold storage display control process for controlling the display state of the hold display in the hold display area (moving or deleting the hold display, etc.) is executed (S90707). Thereafter, an upper character setting process for setting an operation mode of the upper character attached to the upper part of the game frame is executed (S90708). Then, the process returns to S90702. The upper character setting process is a process executed by the effect control CPU 90101 after the processing from S90701 to S90707 after the power is turned on, and the first upper character 9029L and the second upper character 9029R attached to the upper part of the game frame. This is a process of setting the rotation angle (opening / closing angle). A plurality of stages (for example, 0 degree, 45 degrees, 60 degrees, 90 degrees, etc.) are provided for the rotation angle of the upper accessory, and one angle arbitrarily selected from them can be set.

  Here, in the initial state (when power is turned on for the first time or when power is turned on by RAM clear), the angle at which the rotation angle of the upper accessory does not protrude more than 90 degrees, which is the rotation angle that most protrudes from the game frame. It is controlled to be (for example, 45 degrees). In this way, even if the adjustment is not performed, it is possible to prevent the upper accessory from coming into contact with another object.

  The setting screen for setting the angle of the upper accessory is displayed after the power is turned on when the RAM 9055 is cleared and the initial operation of each accessory is executed as an initial operation for checking the operation. When performing the initial operation, the effect control CPU 90101 determines whether or not each accessory is present at the initial position in the detection signal from the accessory sensor provided as a detecting means provided near each accessory. To do. On the other hand, when the power is turned on without clearing the RAM 9055, the upper character is not set. Therefore, when the initialization control command 90101 shown in FIG. 42 is received, the effect control CPU 90101 determines that it is the upper feature setting period, and if it has not received the initialization specification command (power failure recovery specification) When the command is received), it is determined that it is not the upper accessory setting period.

  In the upper combination setting process, the rotation angle and rotation speed of the first upper combination 9029L and the second upper combination 9029R are set according to the set angle, so that the axis 90290 provided in the game frame is set on the axis 90290. It is possible to prevent the upper accessory from coming into contact with other objects such as a game frame of another gaming machine adjacent to the gaming machine or a data lamp disposed on the upper side while operating the upper playing which rotates relative to the gaming machine. .

  By performing such effect control main processing, the effect control microcomputer 90100 transmits the effect display device 909, various lamps, and the like according to the effect control command transmitted from the game control microcomputer 90560 and received. By controlling the effect devices such as the first upper character 9029L, the second upper character 9029R, and the speakers 9027L and 9027R, various effect controls according to the gaming state are performed.

  FIG. 46 is a flowchart showing the effect control process (S90705) in the effect control main process shown in FIG. In the effect control process, the effect control CPU 90101 executes the pre-read effect process (S90700) for determining whether to perform the pre-read effect and selecting the type of the pre-read effect, and then the value of the effect control process flag. Depending on the process, any one of S90800 to S90807 is performed.

  In the effect control process, the following process is executed. In the effect control process, the display state of the effect display device 909 is controlled to realize the variable display of the effect symbol. The control related to the variable display of the effect symbol synchronized with the change of the first special symbol is also the second special symbol. Control related to the change display of the effect symbol synchronized with the change of the effect is also executed in one effect control process.

  The pre-reading effect process (S90700) is a process of determining pre-reading such as whether or not to execute the pre-reading effect, and determining an effect mode when the pre-reading effect is executed. The pre-reading effect is a special symbol change based on the hold information by pre-reading the hold information before the order of the change display (symbol change) of the special symbol based on the hold information (holding storage information) comes. This is a production technique such as determining the contents of the display and giving a notice in advance of how the future special symbols will change. For example, when the hold information is a jackpot, before the variable display by the hold information is executed, the jackpot may occur later based on the display mode of the hold display corresponding to the hold information. An effect such as giving a notice is performed as a look-ahead effect. Hereinafter, the fluctuation display based on the hold information as the target of the pre-reading effect is referred to as “target fluctuation display”.

  The variation pattern command reception waiting process (S90800) is a process for performing a process of confirming whether or not a variation pattern command is received from the game control microcomputer 90560. If the variation pattern command has been received, the process proceeds to the effect symbol variation start process.

  The effect symbol variation start process (S90801) is a process for controlling the variation display of the effect symbol (decoration symbol) to be started. The effect symbol variation processing (S90802) is processing for performing processing for controlling switching timing of each variation state (variation speed) constituting the variation pattern. The effect symbol fluctuation stop process (S90803) is a process of performing control for stopping the fluctuation display of the effect symbol (decoration symbol) and deriving and displaying the display result of the fluctuation display (final stop symbol).

  The jackpot display process (S90804) is a process of performing display control such as a control for displaying a fanfare effect for notifying the effect display device 909 of the occurrence of the jackpot after the end of the variation time. The round process (S90805) is a process for performing display control during a round. When the round end condition is satisfied, if the final round has not ended, the process proceeds to post-round processing, and if the final round has ended, the process proceeds to jackpot end processing. The post-round processing (S90806) is processing for performing display control between rounds. If the round start condition is satisfied, the process proceeds to in-round processing. The jackpot end effect process (S90807) is a process of performing display control for notifying the player that the jackpot game state has ended in the effect display device 909.

  The effect control CPU 90101 is a process stored in the ROM 90102 during a predetermined effect control period from the start of the variable display to the stop of the variable display and from the start of the big hit gaming state to the end of the big hit gaming state. In accordance with the process data set in the table, an effect device (effect parts) such as the effect display device 909 is controlled.

  The process table includes process timer set values and data obtained by collecting a plurality of combinations of display control execution data, lamp control execution data, and sound number data. The display control execution data includes data indicating each variation mode constituting the variation mode during the variation time (variation display time) of the variation display of the effect symbol (decoration symbol). Specifically, data relating to the change of the display screen of the effect display device 909 is described. The process timer set value is set with a change time in the form of the change. The effect control CPU 90101 refers to the process table and performs control to display the effect design in the variation mode set in the display control execution data for the time set in the process timer set value. Such a process table is prepared for each variation pattern.

[Notification production]
Next, various effects performed in this embodiment will be described. In this embodiment, a notification effect for notifying that the effect control CPU 90101 is controlled to the big hit gaming state, which is an advantageous state advantageous to the player, is executed. The notification effect is a battle effect in which it is informed that if the characters fight and the ally character wins the enemy character, it will be a big hit, and the story in which a predetermined story continues to reach the final stage will be informed There is an effect, a character effect that is notified that a predetermined character will be a big hit. The notification effect may be provided with other effects, and a plurality of types of each effect may be provided.

  Below, a battle effect is demonstrated concretely also among notification effects. Also, in the battle effect, it is determined that a win result is obtained when the teammate character wins, and a display result is displayed when the teammate character is defeated (the enemy character wins). Hereinafter, in FIG. 47 and FIG. 48, the case where the teammate character wins a big hit will be described. In addition, such a notification effect such as a battle effect is executed during the probability variation state. Note that the notification effect may be executed not in the certain change state but in the normal game state.

[About button mode]
When the battle effect is executed, the aspect of the push button 90120 (hereinafter also simply referred to as a button) as an operation means that can be operated by the player by the effect control CPU 90101 changes. The effect control CPU 90101 controls the push button 90120 to control the vibrator motor 90126 to change the mode of the push button 90120 between the first mode and the second mode. The first mode shows a normal state where the push button 90120 is stopped, and the second mode shows a vibration state where the push button 90120 is vibrating. During the battle effect, the mode of the push button 90120 changes between the normal state and the vibration state. For example, in the battle effect, three timings of a first timing, a second timing, and a third timing are provided as timings at which the push button 90120 changes from the normal state to the vibration state.

[Relationship between notification effect and button mode]
FIG. 47 is a timing chart showing the relationship between the notification effect and the button mode. The battle effect as the notification effect is executed at a timing after the variable display is started and reach is reached. In FIG. 47, the execution timing of each effect and the mode of the buttons in the battle effect are shown. At time t1, which is the start timing of the battle effect, the button mode is a normal mode. The continuous hitting effective period in which the continuous hitting operation to the push button 90120 is effectively detected from the time t1 is set to 10 seconds at the maximum.

  When the number of times that the player has performed the continuous hitting operation within the continuous hitting effective period reaches a predetermined number, the life gauge of the enemy character becomes zero at time t2. At the first timing when the life gauge becomes 0, the mode of the push button 90120 is controlled from the normal state to the vibration state. The vibration state continues until time t3 when the last blow effect that gives the last blow to the enemy character is executed. Even if the number of repeated hitting operations does not reach the predetermined number within the consecutive hit effective period or when the repeated hitting operation is not executed, the push button is pressed for 3 seconds as an essential vibration period from 3 seconds before the last blow effect. 90120 is controlled from the normal state to the vibration state.

  The push button 90120 in the vibration state is controlled to the normal state for 2 seconds after the time t3. Thereafter, at the second timing when the attack hits the enemy at time t4, the mode of the push button 90120 is controlled from the normal state to the vibration state. Here, the period from time t3 of the last blow effect until time t4 until the enemy hits the attack is an operation valid period in which the player's operation on the push button 90120 is detected. Even if the player's movement is detected during the operation valid period, the mode of the push button 90120 does not enter the vibration state, and enters the vibration state at the second timing when the attack hits the enemy on the effect screen. If the push button 90120 is not operated during the operation valid period, the screen is switched from FIG. 48D to FIG. 48E at time t4 and the push button 90120 is in a vibration state. Such a vibration state of the push button 90120 continues for 5 seconds from time t4. Thereafter, at the timing when the enemy falls at time t5, the mode of the push button 90120 is controlled from the vibration state to the normal state. The normal state of the push button 90120 continues for 3 seconds from time t5.

  Thereafter, at the third timing when the victory display at time t6 is displayed, the mode of the push button 90120 is controlled from the normal state to the vibration state. The vibration state of the push button 90120 continues for 5 seconds from time t6. By controlling the mode of the push button 90120 to the vibration state at the timing of the victory display at time t6, it is notified again that it is controlled to the big hit gaming state. Then, the push button 90120 is controlled from the vibrating state to the normal state (not shown) at the stop timing of the variable display at time t7. In addition, the gaming state is controlled to the big hit gaming state after time t7.

  As described above, the push button 90120 is changed at various timings in the case of the battle effect that is one of the notification effects for notifying the big hit game state which is a game state advantageous to the player, and thus the push button 90120. It is possible to improve the interest of changing the timing. Specifically, the effect can be further enhanced by the combination of the battle effect and the timing at which the push button 90120 is brought into a vibration state.

  Further, the period during which the vibration state is controlled is different after the first timing has elapsed and after the second timing has elapsed. Therefore, the effect can be suitably executed by a combination of controlling the push button 90120 to the vibration state and the period for controlling the push button 90120 to the vibration state.

  In addition, among the repeated hitting effective period and the essential vibration period shown in FIG. 47, the repeated hitting effective period is a period that is variable within a maximum of 10 seconds. Moreover, as shown in FIG. 47, the period after being controlled to the vibration state at the second timing of hitting the enemy is an invariable period of 5 seconds. Thus, in the battle effect, the range of the effect can be widened by providing the variable period and the non-variable period.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 47, the vibration state is controlled to a period vibration state in which the vibration period after the first timing elapses and the essential vibration period 3 seconds, and is controlled to the vibration state for a period of 5 seconds after the second timing elapses. . Further, the mode of the push button 90120 is controlled to the normal state after the vibration period of 5 seconds has elapsed from the second timing, and is controlled to the vibration state at the third timing of the victory display after becoming the normal state. In addition, by controlling the mode of the push button 90120 to the vibration state at the third timing, the fact that it is controlled to the big hit gaming state is notified. In this way, it is possible to suitably execute the presentation by combining the push button 90120 to the vibration state and the period and timing for controlling the push button 90120 to the vibration state. Further, it can be suitably notified that the game is controlled to the big hit gaming state.

  Next, the relationship between the notification effect described in FIG. 47 and the button mode will be described with reference to the display screen of the effect display device 909 when the battle effect as the notification effect is executed. FIG. 48 is an effect drawing showing the relationship between the notification effect and the button mode. As shown in FIGS. 48A to 48H, battle effects are executed in this order, and times t1 to t7 show effect screens at timings corresponding to times t1 to t7 in FIG. In addition, the display on the right side of each drawing in FIGS. 48A to 48H is a diagram illustrating a mode of the push button 90120 on each effect screen.

  In the effect display device 909, when the variable display is executed, the variable display of the left, middle, and right effect symbols 9091 to 9093 is started at the center of the screen. When the battle effect is executed in the variable display, as shown in FIG. 48 (a), the effect symbols are in the reach display mode (the display mode in which the left and right effect symbols are aligned with the same symbol and the medium effect symbol is changing). At this timing, the effect symbols 9091 to 9093 move to the corners of the screen and are reduced and displayed, and the battle effect is started.

  As shown in FIG. 48 (a), when a battle effect is started at time t1, a teammate character 9094 and an enemy character 9095 appear, and a character specifying the battle effect such as “battle” is displayed. . In addition, a life gauge 9099 for displaying the life (durability) of the enemy character 9095 as a level is displayed on the right side of the screen. In addition, as an operation promotion effect for promoting the operation of the push button 90120 by the player, a button image 9098 simulating the push button 90120 is displayed, and a continuous hitting operation is executed with the characters “continuous hitting” corresponding to the button image 9098. It is suggested to do. The mode of the push button 90120 when the battle effect is started is in a normal state.

  As shown in FIG. 48 (b), when the push sensor detects the continuous hitting operation of the push button 90120 by the player within the operation effective period (10 seconds), the teammate character 9094 attacks the enemy character 9095. Is executed. Then, the life gauge 9099 of the enemy character 9095 decreases with the attack of the teammate character 9094. The mode of the push button 90120 during the continuous hitting effective period is a normal state. The life is reduced by a small number of operations (for example, two times) at the beginning of the effective period, but the life is not decreased unless a large number of operations (for example, three times) are operated repeatedly as the effective period comes later. You can do it. In this way, it is possible to prevent the life gauge 9099 from becoming zero immediately due to repeated hitting operations.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 48 (c), the life gauge 9099 becomes 0 at time t2 when the continuous hitting operation reaches a specified number of times (for example, 30 times). Further, when the life gauge 9099 is 0, an effect is performed in which the enemy character 9095 jumps up due to the attack of the teammate character 9094. When the life gauge 9099 becomes 0, the mode of the push button 90120 changes from the normal state to the vibration state. When the push button 90120 is in a vibrating state at the first timing when the life gauge 9099 shown in FIG. 48C is 0, it is notified that the big hit has been established. The push button 90120 continuously vibrates for the remaining period of the continuous hitting effective period and the essential vibration period of 3 seconds. Note that, when the continuous hitting operation is not executed within the effective period shown in FIG. 48B or when the continuous hitting operation has not reached the specified number of times within the effective period, FIG. It becomes the screen of. And at the timing which became the screen of FIG.48 (c), the aspect of the push button 90120 changes from a normal state to a vibration state for 3 second which is an essential vibration period.

  The last blow effect shown in FIG. 48D is executed at time t3 after the lapse of the essential vibration period of 3 seconds. In the last blow effect, it is suggested that an operation of pressing the push button 90120 once with the character “one blow” corresponding to the button image 9098 together with the characters “decide with one blow” is suggested. The mode of the push button 90120 during the blow effect is in a normal state. When the push button 90120 is pressed during the one-shot effect, an effect in which the teammate character 9094 places the last one on the enemy character 9095 is executed (not shown). The mode of the push button 90120 is maintained in the normal state for 2 seconds when the final blow effect is executed.

  At time t4 shown in FIG. 48 (e) when the last blow hits the enemy, an effect that the screen shines intensely is executed, and the mode of the push button 90120 changes from the normal state to the vibration state. At this time, the button image 9098 is not displayed on the screen, but the push button 90120 is controlled to the vibration state. The vibration state of the push button 90120 continues for 5 seconds. After that, at time t5 after the vibration state has elapsed for 5 seconds, an effect that the enemy character 9095 falls is executed. At this time, the mode of the push button 90120 changes from the vibration state to the normal state. The normal state of the push button 90120 continues for 3 seconds. Note that the button image 9098 may be displayed at the timing of time t4.

  After the push button 90120 is controlled to the normal state for 3 seconds at time t5, as shown in FIG. 48 (g), a victory display screen showing that the teammate character has won a piece and won the enemy character is displayed. The At this time, the button image 9098 is not displayed on the screen, but the mode of the push button 90120 changes from the normal state to the vibration state. The vibration state of the push button 90120 continues for 5 seconds. It is notified again that a big hit will be made by such a victory display and a vibration state. Then, after the vibration state continues for 5 seconds, as shown in FIG. 48 (h), the left, middle, and right effect symbols 9091 to 9093 stop changing display with the combination of the jackpot display results at the center of the screen. At the timing when the variable display is stopped, the mode of the push button 90120 changes from the vibration state to the normal state. Thereafter, the gaming state shifts to the big hit gaming state.

  As shown in FIG. 48 (c), the push button 90120 is vibrated at the timing when the enemy's life gauge 9099 becomes 0, so that a big hit is notified. In addition, the push button 90120 is in a vibrating state at the timing of hitting the enemy shown in FIG. If it does in this way, after notifying that it will be a big hit game state, push button 90120 will be in a vibration state according to the effect development of a battle production further. Therefore, it can be suitably notified that the game state is controlled to the big hit gaming state, and the effect effect of the battle effect can be further enhanced.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 48C, at the first timing, the push button 90120 is repeatedly hit while the button image 9098 is displayed, so that the push button 90120 is controlled to be in a vibration state. As shown in FIG. 48 (e), at the second timing, the push button 90120 is controlled to be in a vibrating state without displaying the button image 9098. In this way, the effect can be suitably executed by combining the push button 90120 with the vibration state and the button image 9098.

  Further, as shown in FIGS. 48 (c), (e), and (g), the mode of the push button 90120 changes to the vibration state corresponding to the effect executed on the screen. The pleasantness when the game is executed can be improved by the timing of changing to the state. In addition, it is possible to produce a sharp effect by the execution timing of the effect and the timing of changing to the vibration state.

  In addition, you may provide LED as a light emission means inside the push button 90120 as an operation means. Then, the effect control CPU 90101 may control the push button 90120 to the vibration state and control the light emission of the LED. For example, in the normal state of FIGS. 48A, 48B, and 48D, control is performed so that the LED emits light in white or red (white is a normal color, red is a color that prompts button operation, etc.). In the vibration states of (c), (e), and (g), it may be notified that the game is controlled to the big hit gaming state by performing control to cause the LED to emit rainbow colors in accordance with the vibration. Thus, interest can be improved by making the light emission mode of the light emitting means different depending on the vibration state of the operating means. Note that the timing of vibration and light emission is not necessarily the same, and the timing of vibration and light emission may be different depending on the degree of expectation of big hit.

  Next, a table for determining the content of the notification effect and a flowchart when the battle effect is executed will be described.

  FIG. 49 is a diagram showing a notification effect determination table. In the notification effect determination table, it is determined whether the content of the notification effect is a battle effect, a story effect, or a character effect. The notification effect determination table includes the big hit notification effect determination table of FIG. 49 (A) and the miss notification effect determination table of FIG. 49 (B). These notification effect determination tables are stored in the ROM 90102.

  The big hit notification effect determination table in FIG. 49A is used when it is determined that the fluctuation display result of the current fluctuation display is the big hit display result. 49B is used when it is determined that the fluctuation display result of the current fluctuation display is the deviation display result.

  In the notification effect determination table of FIGS. 49A and 49B, a total of 100 numerical values for the notification effect determination random number SR2 ′ (numerical value range of 0 to 99) determine the battle effect and the story effect. And determination of character production. In FIG. 49, SR2 ′ indicates the number of random values assigned to each effect.

  In the big hit notification effect determination table of FIG. 49 (A), data is set so that the selection ratio of the magnitude relationship of “character effect <story effect <battle effect” is set according to the value of random number SR2 ′ for notification effect determination. ing. 49B, the data is set so that the selection ratio of magnitude relationship “character effect> story effect> battle effect” is set according to the value of the random number SR2 ′ for determining the notification effect. Is set.

  By setting the data as shown in FIG. 49, the content of the effect is determined so that the selection ratio of the magnitude relationship of “character effect <story effect <battle effect” is greater at the time of big hit than at the time of loss. Therefore, the big hit expectation increases in the order of “character production <story production <battle production”.

  FIG. 50 is a flowchart showing the effect setting process. The effect setting process is a process executed by the effect control CPU 90101 in the effect symbol variation start process (S90801).

  The effect control CPU 90101 determines whether or not the current gaming state is in a probable change state (S90901). In S90901, the effect control CPU 90101 determines whether or not the current gaming state is in the probability variation state based on whether or not there is a probability variation state designation command in the reception command buffer. The effect control CPU 90101 proceeds to S90902 if the current gaming state is in the certainty change state (Y in S90901). On the other hand, if the current gaming state is not in the probable change state (N in S90901), the effect control CPU 90101 determines another effect to be executed with the current variation (S90908) and ends the process.

  In step S90902, the effect control CPU 90101 determines whether or not the variation to be executed this time is super reach. When the variation executed this time is super reach (Y in S90902), the effect control CPU 90101 determines the notification effect to be executed based on the extracted value of the extracted SR2 ′ and the notification effect determination table based on the display result. (S90903), the process proceeds to S90904. In step S90903, the effect control CPU 90101 determines the display result of the change to be executed this time based on the display result designation command in the reception command buffer. On the other hand, if the change executed this time is not super reach (N in S90902), the effect control CPU 90101 determines another effect executed with the current change (S90908) and ends the process.

  In step S90904, the effect control CPU 90101 determines whether or not a battle effect is executed based on the content determined in step S90903. When the battle effect is executed (Y in S90904), the effect control CPU 90101 proceeds to S90905. On the other hand, if the battle effect is not executed (N in S90904), the effect control CPU 90101 determines another effect to be executed with the current fluctuation (S90908), and ends the process.

  In step S90905, the effect control CPU 90101 determines whether or not the variation to be executed this time is a big hit based on whether or not there is a display result designation command related to the big hit in the reception command buffer. When the change executed this time is a big hit (Y in S90905), the effect control CPU 90101 determines the effect and button mode of winning use (S90906). On the other hand, when the change executed this time is not a big hit (in the case of a loss) (N in S90905), the effect control CPU 90101 determines the defeat effect and the button mode (S90907). After S90906 or S90907, other effects to be executed with the current fluctuation are determined (S90908), and the process ends.

  In FIG. 50, the case where the battle effect is executed while the current gaming state is in the probability changing state is shown, but the battle effect may be executed during the normal gaming state. 47 and 48, the case where the jackpot display result is obtained has been described, but the defeat effect in the case where the display result is a losing display in S90907 will be described. When the teammate character is defeated, the life gauge 9099 does not become zero no matter how many consecutive hits are executed within the consecutive hit effective period after the start of the battle effect. Further, the push button 90120 remains in a normal state and does not vibrate. Then, the character “defeat” is displayed after the lapse of the continuous hitting effective period, and thereafter, the left, middle, and right effect symbols 9091 to 9093 are stopped in the center of the screen by the combination of the shift display results.

[Second Embodiment]
Next, as a second embodiment, various configurations when an automatic continuous hitting function (automatic continuous hitting function) is provided will be described. The automatic continuous hitting function is, for example, a function of the automatic control hitting function based on the fact that the long press operation of the push button 90120 is continued for a first period such as 4 seconds as a function of the microcomputer 90100 for effect control. A function in which the detection of the operation is started and the number of operations is counted one by one every time a second period such as 1.0 second elapses, and the detection is performed as if the push button 90120 is continuously hit. It is. Such an automatic continuous hitting function may be executable during the continuous hitting effective period shown in FIG.

[First modified example regarding detection of player action]
As a first modified example, when an automatic continuous hitting function (automatic continuous hitting function) is provided, when the motion detection means continuously detects one operation of the player from before the detection valid period, An example will be described that further includes invalidating means for invalidating the detection of the operation.

  In the first modified example, in the effect control microcomputer 90100, when the automatic continuous hitting function is provided, the motion detection means continuously detects the operation of the player's push button 90120 before the detection valid period. In such a case, an invalidation process for executing a control for invalidating the detection of the operation is executed. If such control is performed, it is possible to appropriately encourage the player to participate in the predetermined performance.

[Second modification regarding detection of player movement]
As a second modification, when an automatic continuous hitting function (automatic continuous hitting function) is provided, it is possible to set whether or not to detect that a player's action is continuously performed a plurality of times (setting) An example further comprising setting means (such as setting on a menu screen) will be described.

  In the second modification, in the production control microcomputer 90100, when the automatic continuous hitting function is provided, for example, the automatic continuous hitting function during a period during which the effect symbol variation display is not being performed, such as a period during which the customer waiting demonstration is being displayed. It is possible to execute a setting process that enables setting whether to enable or disable. If such a setting is possible, it is possible to prevent the detection that the player's action is continuously performed a plurality of times at an unintended timing and to reduce the interest in the game. Can be suppressed.

[Third Modification for Detection of Player Action]
As a third modified example, when an automatic continuous hitting function (automatic continuous hitting function) is provided, when one operation of the player is continuously detected during the detection valid period, the player continuously continues at different intervals depending on the situation. An example in which a plurality of player actions are detected will be described.

  In the third modification, when the automatic repetitive hitting function is used in the effect control microcomputer 90100, for example, when the operation effect A and the operation effect B having different effect contents can be selectively executed, During execution, the number of operations with the push button 90120 is incremented by 1 every time 1.0 seconds elapses during detection by automatic repeated hits, and 0 during detection of automatic repeat hits during execution of the motion effect B. Each time 5 seconds elapse, a process is performed that treats the number of operations by the push button 90120 as increasing by one. By performing such processing, it is possible to perform an operation effect according to the situation.

[Fourth modified example regarding detection of player action]
As a fourth modified example, when an automatic continuous hitting function (automatic continuous hitting function) is provided, there is further provided a determining means for determining whether or not the player's action is detected by the action detecting means when the fluctuation display is not being performed. An example will be described in which the determination means does not determine that a player is continuously performing a plurality of operations even when one operation of the player is continuously performed. To do.

  In the fourth modified example, when the automatic repetitive strike function is used in the production control microcomputer 90100, in the configuration in which the automatic repetitive strike function can be set valid or invalid, for example, the automatic repeat strike function is validated or invalidated again. When the push button 90120 is once operated to switch the auto-hit function between valid and invalid, the operation of the push button 90120 is temporarily stopped and the push button 90120 is not operated again. Executes a control to restrict the continuous hitting function from being enabled or disabled. By performing such control, it is possible to prevent an unintended operation from being detected.

[Example of production control timing for auto-strike production]
Next, an example of the operation effect control timing related to the self-strike and automatic repetitive strikes in the repetitive strike effect will be described. FIG. 51 is a timing chart showing operation effect control timings related to self-strike and automatic repetitive strikes in a repetitive strike effect.

  As shown in FIG. 51, in the continuous hitting effect, the valid period of the continuous hitting operation is a predetermined period from a first timing, for example, at the start of the reach state to a second timing just before the end of the variable display. (For example, 10 seconds). Such a predetermined period may be set as a continuous hitting effective period shown in FIG.

  The self-strike continuous startable period is set corresponding to the entire period of the effective period of the continuous hit operation. The automatic continuous hitting start possible period starts when a predetermined period (for example, 0.5 seconds) elapses from the start of the period during the effective period of the continuous hitting operation, and a specific period (for example, the first half of the effective period of the continuous hitting operation). Period) The period until the elapsed time is set. Note that the automatic continuous hit start possible period may be started from the start of the period during the effective period of the continuous hit operation. As the automatic continuous hit start impossible period, a period after the automatic continuous hit start possible period during the effective period of the continuous hit operation is set.

  During the self-attack continuous start possible period, the self-attack low action setting period in which the degree of the action mode (life reduction mode) of the action effect on the life gauge 9099 according to the execution of the self-strike is controlled to a degree equal to or less than a predetermined degree; And a self-strike high action setting period in which the degree of the action mode (life reduction aspect) of the action effect on the life gauge 9099 according to the execution of the self-strike is controlled to be higher than a predetermined degree. As a result, even during the same self-attack continuous start possible period, the action mode (the degree of action) of the action effect executed in response to the self-strike is different between the self-attack low-action setting period and the self-strike high action setting period. Thus, the self-strike continuous startable period is set such that the action mode of the action effect differs according to the remaining period of the operation effective period.

  Since the self-strike continuous startable period and the continuous hit operation effective period are the same, it is possible to perform self-strike operation basically at any time during the continuous hit operation effective period. Production can be performed. In the self-strike hit low action setting period during the self-attack continuous start possible period, a low-effect action effect can be executed based on the self-strike hit. In the self-strike hit high action setting period during the self-strike start possible period, a high-effect action effect can be executed based on the self-strike hit.

  In this way, the period in which the self-strike can be started is set as the self-attack low action setting period in the first half and the self-strike high action setting period in the second half, so that the action effect corresponding to the self-strike can be derived and displayed at the display timing of the fluctuation display result. The production can be linked so as to correspond to the above. For example, if the start timing of the self-strike hit is the timing during the self-attack low action setting period during the self-attack continuous start possible period, a slow action effect by the self-attack low action setting proceeds according to the self-strike hit action. After that, when the period of self-strike hit action setting period is reached due to the lapse of time, the action effect progresses quickly according to the self-strike hit, and the life display of the life gauge 9099 is displayed at the timing before the derivation display of the variable display result. An effect is produced in which the level is set to a value corresponding to the variable display result. For example, when the jackpot display result is derived and displayed, the life display level of the life gauge 9099 is set to “0” before the derivation display, and when the outlier display result is derived and displayed, the life display level of the life gauge 9099 is immediately before the derivation display. An effect of setting a specific level of “1” or higher is performed.

  In addition, if the start time of self-strike hit is the timing during the self-attack high action setting period during the self-attack continuous start possible period, depending on the self-strike start from the beginning, depending on the self-strike hit action setting, Thus, it is possible to produce an effect in which the life display level of the life gauge 9099 is set to a value corresponding to the variation display result at a timing before the derivation display of the variation display result.

  During the automatic continuous hit startable period during the continuous hitting operation valid period, the degree of the action mode (life reduction) of the action effect on the life gauge 9099 according to the execution of the automatic continuous hit is controlled to a certain degree. Thereby, the automatic continuous hitting possible period is set so that the action mode of the action effect is constant regardless of the remaining period of the operation effective period.

  In the automatic continuous hitting startable period, it is considered that the continuous hitting operation is executed based on a long press operation for a predetermined time (for example, 1 second) of the push button 90120, and the automatic continuous hitting can be started. An action effect can be executed in response to repeated hitting operations. During the period when the automatic hitting operation is not possible during the continuous hitting operation valid period, even if a long press operation of the push button 90120 for a predetermined time or more is started, it is not considered that the continuous hitting operation is executed, and the automatic continuous hitting cannot be started. is there. During the automatic continuous hit startable period, an action effect in a certain operation mode can be executed based on the automatic continuous hit, unlike the self-strike continuous startable period.

  Thus, when the automatic continuous hit that can be started during the automatic continuous hit start possible period is executed, the action effect in the fixed action mode can be executed from the beginning to the end of the automatic continuous hit, so that Correspondingly, a certain action effect by the automatic repeated action setting is advanced, and an effect of setting the life display level of the life gauge 9099 to a value corresponding to the change display result is performed at the timing before the display of the change display result is derived.

  Note that the automatic continuous hitting startable period and the self-strike hitting low action setting period may be set as the same period, and the automatic continuous hitting startless period and the self-strike hitting high action setting period may be set as the same period. In addition, as shown in FIG. 51, when the automatic continuous hitting startable period and the self-struck continuous low action setting period are set to different periods, for example, at least one of the start of the period and the end of the period is set to a different period. May be. In addition, the period in which automatic continuous hitting cannot be started and the self-attack continuous high action setting period may be set to different periods. In this case, for example, at least one of the start of the period and the end of the period is set to a different period. May be.

In addition, you may make it provide the following structures.
(1) A gaming machine (such as a pachinko gaming machine 901) that performs a predetermined game,
An action detecting means (such as a push sensor 90124) capable of detecting an action (such as operation of a push button 90120) by a player;
Execution of a specific effect capable of executing a specific effect (continuous hitting operation effect) in response to execution of a continuous operation (continuous hitting operation of the push button 90120) in which the player performs a plurality of actions during the detection valid period by the operation detecting means. Means (production control microcomputer 90100 or the like),
The specific effect executing means is
Based on a predetermined action (long push operation of the push button 90120) different from the continuous action by the player, it is possible to execute the specific effect by assuming that the continuous action is detected,
In the effective detection period, it is considered that the continuous operation has been executed based on the predetermined operation until a predetermined period (automatic continuous start start period in FIG. 51) elapses, and after the predetermined period elapses (automatic operation in FIG. 51). Even if the predetermined operation is started during a period in which continuous hitting is not possible, it is not considered that the continuous operation has been executed.

  According to such a configuration, it is possible to improve the fun of the production by considering whether or not the continuous operation is performed based on whether or not the predetermined period elapses in the detection effective period, The interest of the player can be improved.

(2) In the gaming machine of (1),
The specific effect that can be executed by the specific effect executing means is:
A first action effect (action effect in which the level of life display at the life gauge 9099 at the time of self-strike is reduced) in which an action effect corresponding to the execution of the continuous operation is performed for a predetermined display;
A second action effect (an action effect that reduces the level of life display on the life gauge 9099 during auto-striking) in which an action effect corresponding to the predetermined action regarded as the execution of the continuous action is performed for the predetermined display; Including
The mode of action effect differs between the first action effect and the second effect effect (the action effect mode in which the life display level is reduced differs between self-strike and auto-strike).

  According to such a configuration, since the action mode of the action effect is different between the first action effect and the second action effect, the effect of the effect can be further improved, and the interest of the player is improved. Can do.

(3) In the gaming machine of (2),
When the specific effect execution means executes the first effect effect as the specific effect, the action effect action mode varies depending on the remaining period of the detection effective period (the remaining time of the continuous hitting operation effective period). During the shorter self-strike high action setting period, the effect mode effect mode (life display level reduction mode) is different from that during the long self-strike operation low action setting period of the longer continuous hit operation effective period. ).

  According to such a configuration, depending on the remaining period of the detection effective period, the action aspect of the action effect can be further improved, and the interest of the effect can be further improved, and the interest of the player can be improved. it can.

(4) In the gaming machine of (3),
When the specific effect executing means executes the first effect effect as the specific effect, the action scale of the effect effect increases as the remaining period of the detection effective period decreases (the remaining period of the continuous hitting operation effective period) The amount of decrease in the life display level in the action effect is larger in the self-strike hitting action setting period of the shorter time compared to the self-strike hitting action setting period of the longer continuous hitting operation effective period).

  According to such a configuration, the scale of the action effect increases as the remaining period of the detection effective period decreases, so that the effect of the effect can be further improved, and the interest of the player is improved. be able to.

(5) In any one of the gaming machines (2) to (4),
When the second effect production is executed as the specific effect, the specific effect execution means has a constant action effect action mode regardless of the remaining time of the detection effective period (the action effect for automatic repeated strikes). The amount of decrease in the life display level is constant.

  According to such a configuration, variations of specific effects can be enriched, and the interest of the effects can be further improved, and the interest of the player can be improved.

[Third Embodiment]
Next, as a third embodiment, a case will be described in which an upper feature effect in which the first upper feature 9029L and the second upper feature 9029R operate is executed. In the upper character effect, the effect of rotating the upper character and light emission of the upper character shown in FIG. 36 is executed as an effect suggesting that the player is controlled to be in an advantageous state. Further, in the upper feature effect, the effect by the first pattern for notifying that the upper character operates and the upper character operates on the display screen of the effect display device 909 and the upper character operate but the effect display is performed. The display screen of the device 909 is provided with an effect based on the second pattern in which it is not notified that the upper accessory is operating.

  For example, the top effect effect performs a rotation operation at the rotation angle set at the first timing when the life gauge 9099 becomes 0 in FIG. At this time, the LED provided on the upper accessory emits light. Note that, in the upper accessory effect, since the battle effect is executed on the screen of the effect display device 909, it is desirable that the effect by the second pattern is executed.

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 47, the upper accessory effect may be a protruding position when the push button 90120 is in a vibration state, and a storage position when the push button 90120 is in a normal state. In this way, it is possible to execute the effect of the upper accessory in accordance with the mode of the push button 90120. In the case where an effect with a high degree of expectation is executed regardless of the vibration state of the push button 90120, the upper accessory may be in the protruding position from the predetermined timing until the effect with a high degree of expectation is completed. .

Next, main effects obtained by the embodiment described above will be described.
(1) As shown in FIG. 47 and FIG. 48, the timing of the push button 90120 has various timings in the case of a battle effect that is one of the notification effects for notifying the big hit game state that is a game state advantageous to the player. It is possible to improve the interest of changing the push button 90120. Specifically, the effect can be further enhanced by the combination of the battle effect and the timing at which the push button 90120 is brought into a vibration state.

  (2) As shown in FIG. 47, the period during which the vibration state is controlled is different after the first timing has elapsed and after the second timing has elapsed. Therefore, the effect can be suitably executed by a combination of controlling the push button 90120 to the vibration state and the period for controlling the push button 90120 to the vibration state.

  (3) As shown in FIG. 48 (c), at the first timing, the push button 90120 is repeatedly hit while the button image 9098 is displayed, thereby controlling the push button 90120 to be in a vibration state. As shown in FIG. 48 (e), at the second timing, the push button 90120 is controlled to be in a vibrating state without displaying the button image 9098. In this way, the effect can be suitably executed by combining the push button 90120 with the vibration state and the button image 9098.

  (4) The vibration of the push button 90120 and the stick controller 90122 is transmitted to the hitting operation handle 905. In this way, the effect can be further enhanced by the combination of the notification effect and the vibration transmitted to the hitting operation handle 905.

  (5) As shown in FIG. 48 (c), it is notified that the push button 90120 is in a vibrating state at the timing when the enemy's life gauge 9099 becomes 0, and that it is a big hit. In addition, the push button 90120 is in a vibrating state at the timing of hitting the enemy shown in FIG. If it does in this way, after notifying that it will be a big hit game state, push button 90120 will be in a vibration state according to the effect development of a battle production further. Therefore, it can be suitably notified that the game state is controlled to the big hit gaming state, and the effect effect of the battle effect can be further enhanced.

  (6) Of the repeated hitting effective period and the essential vibration period shown in FIG. 47, the repeated hitting effective period is a period that is variable within a maximum of 10 seconds. Moreover, as shown in FIG. 47, the period after being controlled to the vibration state at the second timing of hitting the enemy is an invariable period of 5 seconds. Thus, in the battle effect, the range of the effect can be widened by providing the variable period and the non-variable period.

  (7) As shown in FIG. 47, the vibration period after the first timing and the essential vibration period of 3 seconds are controlled to a period vibration state, and the vibration period is controlled to a period of 5 seconds after the second timing. The Further, the mode of the push button 90120 is controlled to the normal state after the vibration period of 5 seconds has elapsed from the second timing, and is controlled to the vibration state at the third timing of the victory display after becoming the normal state. In addition, by controlling the mode of the push button 90120 to the vibration state at the third timing, the fact that it is controlled to the big hit gaming state is notified. In this way, it is possible to suitably execute the presentation by combining the push button 90120 to the vibration state and the period and timing for controlling the push button 90120 to the vibration state. Further, it can be suitably notified that the game is controlled to the big hit gaming state.

Next, modifications, feature points, and the like of the embodiment described above are listed below.
(1) In the above-described embodiment, the push button 90120 has been described as an example of operation means that can be operated by the player. However, the operation means may be other than the push button 90120. For example, a button that jumps from a normal position to a protruding position with the passage of time, a button whose shape changes with the passage of time, or the like may be used. Then, at a predetermined timing, the shape may change from the normal position to the protruding position, or the shape may change from the normal mode.

  (2) In the above-described embodiment, at each of the first to third timings, the mode of the push button 90120 has changed from the normal state in which the button does not vibrate to the vibrating state in which it vibrates. However, the strength of the vibration state of the push button 90120 may be switched at each of the first to third timings. For example, the vibration state may be changed from weak to strong at each of the first to third timings. Further, the button may emit light, the button may generate heat, or the wind may blow around the button, and the state may change at each timing.

  (3) In the above-described embodiment, the push button 90120 is in a vibrating state only when a jackpot display result is obtained. However, the push button 90120 may be in a vibration state at a plurality of timings when the display result is a loss. For example, when an effect with a high degree of expectation is executed, a vibration state may be set even when the result is a display error.

  (4) In the above-described embodiment, the mode of the push button 90120 is changed from the normal state to the vibration state at a plurality of timings during the battle effect of the notification effect. Such a change from the normal state to the vibration state may be executed other than a notification effect for notifying that a jackpot display result is obtained. For example, the push button 90120 may change at a plurality of timings between a normal state that is the first aspect and a vibration state that is the second aspect in an effect during mere fluctuation display. Moreover, you may make it the aspect of the push button 90120 change during a big hit game.

  (5) In the embodiment described above, the mode of the push button 90120 does not always change from the normal state to the vibration state, but may change from the normal state to the vibration state at a predetermined rate. For example, when a big win display result is obtained by a predetermined lottery, the vibration state may be set at a higher rate than in the case of a loss display result.

  (6) In the above-described embodiment, the case where the mode of the push button 90120 changes from the normal state to the vibration state at the timing when the life gauge 9099 becomes 0 has been described. However, the timing at which the mode of the push button 90120 changes from the normal state to the vibration state does not necessarily have to be the timing at which the life gauge 9099 becomes zero. For example, it may change from the timing before the life gauge 9099 becomes 0 to the vibration state, or may change to the vibration state at the timing after the life gauge 9099 becomes 0. Further, the push button 90120 may be in a vibrating state by a single pressing operation. In such a case, the vibration state may be obtained at the same time as the pressing and the timing after the pressing.

  (7) In the above-described embodiment, the mode of the push button 90120 may be changed from the normal state to the vibration state in accordance with the timing at which the upper accessory or the accessory 9012 other than the upper accessory operates. .

  (8) In the above-described embodiment, the period during which the vibration state continues from the first timing in the battle effect is the variable period, and the period during which the vibration state continues from the second timing is the non-variable period. However, both periods may be variable periods or non-variable periods, and the variable periods and non-variable periods may be interchanged.

  (9) In the embodiment described above, a plurality of types of battle effects may be provided. For example, a plurality of teammate characters having a high degree of victory expectation may be set, and any character may be determined according to the jackpot expectation degree. Alternatively, a plurality of enemy characters having different jackpot expectations may be set, and any enemy character may be determined according to the jackpot expectation. In such a case, the timing and period when the push button is in a vibrating state may be different depending on the mode of the ally character or enemy character.

  (10) In the various controls shown in the above-described embodiment, medals are inserted and a predetermined bet number is set, and a plurality of types of symbols are rotated in accordance with the operation of the operation lever by the player, and the stop by the player When the symbols on the display means are stopped according to the operation of the button, and the combination of the symbols to be stopped is a specific symbol combination, this is applied to a slot machine (slot machine) in which a predetermined number of medals are paid out to the player. Is also possible. In the slot machine, a bonus such as a big bonus (BB), a regular bonus (RB), an AT for performing an effect for notifying an internal lottery result, an RT in which the winning probability of the re-gamer is different from the normal gaming state, You may make it perform the battle effect mentioned above as an effect which shows the control to ART transferred to AT and RT.

  (11) In the embodiment described above, the big hit gaming state has been described as a representative example as an advantageous state advantageous to the player. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and advantageous states advantageous to the player may include other advantageous states such as a high probability state (probability variation state), a time-short state, and a high base state.

  (12) As this embodiment, a gaming machine that pays out game media to the player's hand in response to the occurrence of a win has been described, but the game media is enclosed and the game media is You may employ | adopt the enclosure type game machine which adds a game point (score), without paying out at hand. The enclosed game machine has a circulation path through which a plurality of balls, which are examples of game media, are circulated in the game machine, and is provided with a storage unit for storing game points. The game points are added to the storage unit, the game points are subtracted from the storage unit according to the ball launching operation, and the game points are added to the storage unit according to the occurrence of the winning.

  (13) In the above-described embodiment, for example, a case where a plurality of types of special symbols and effect symbols “1” to “9” are variably displayed and a display result is derived and displayed has been shown. It is not limited to the embodiment. For example, the symbol that is variably displayed and the symbol that is derived and displayed are not necessarily the same, and a symbol that is different from the symbol that is variably displayed may be derived and displayed. Further, it is not always necessary to display a plurality of types of symbols in a variable manner, and the variable display may be executed using only one type of symbols. In this case, for example, the variable display may be performed by alternately lighting and blinking the one type of symbol display. Even in this case, one type of symbol used for the variation display may be derived and displayed last, or a symbol different from the one type of symbol may be derived and displayed last. It may be a thing.

  (14) In the above-described embodiment, the “ratio (ratio, probability)” has been described with a specific value exceeding 0% as a specific example. However, the “ratio (ratio, probability)” may be 0%. For example, when the occurrence ratio of a predetermined game state 1 in a predetermined game period is compared with the occurrence ratio of another game state 2, and “one occurrence ratio is higher than the other occurrence ratio” This includes the case where the percentage of occurrence of one game state is 0%.

  (15) In the embodiment described above, after the display result of the variable display is determined to be the probability variation jackpot, the variation display result is derived and displayed, and after the jackpot gaming state ends, the condition is unconditionally changed to the probability variation state. An example of controlled probability state control is shown. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the probability variation determination device that is controlled to the probability variation state when the detection means detects that the game ball has passed through the specific area provided in the special winning opening in the special variable prize ball device 9020. Type probabilistic state control may be performed.

  (16) It should be understood that the embodiments disclosed herein are illustrative and non-restrictive in every respect. The scope of the present invention is defined by the terms of the claims, rather than the description above, and is intended to include any modifications within the scope and meaning equivalent to the terms of the claims.

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Pachinko machine 2 Game board 3 Game machine frame 4A First special symbol display device 4B Second special symbol display device 5 Image display device 5H Start winning memory display area 6A Normal winning ball device 6B Normal variable winning ball device 6C General winning game Mouth 7 Special variable winning ball device 8 Speaker 9 Lamp 11 Main board 12 Production control board 13 Audio control board 14 Lamp control board 15 Relay board 20 Normal symbol display 21 Gate switch 22A First start port switch 22B Second start port switch 23 Count switch 24 General winning switch 100 Microcomputer 101 for game control ROM
102 RAM
103 CPU
104 random number circuit 105 I / O
120 CPU for effect control
121 ROM
122 RAM
123 Display control unit 124 Random number circuit 125 I / O
901 Pachinko machine 909 Production display device 9098 Button image 9099 Life gauge 90100 Production control microcomputer 90120 Push button 90560 Game control microcomputer

Claims (1)

A gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state advantageous to a player,
State control means that can be controlled to a special state after the advantageous state ends;
Variable winning means capable of changing between a first state in which the game medium can be won and a second state in which the game medium is difficult or impossible to win;
In the advantageous state, an open game in which the variable winning means can be changed to the first state until a predetermined period elapses or at least one of the game media wins the upper limit is established a predetermined number of times. Variable prize control means to be executed;
A prize ball granting means for granting a prize ball based on the fact that a game medium has won the variable prize winning means in the advantageous state;
First information relating to a prize ball given in one advantageous state, and second information relating to a prize ball given in the advantageous state controlled until the special state is ended after being controlled once in the advantageous state And display control means capable of displaying during the advantageous state,
While the display control means reflects information on a prize ball given based on the fact that the game medium has won the variable winning means in excess of the upper limit in one of the open games, Limiting the reflection to the first information,
further,
A notification effect executing means for executing a notification effect for notifying that it is controlled to the advantageous state;
Operation means that can be operated by the player;
Aspect control means capable of controlling the aspect of the operating means to the first aspect and the second aspect,
The mode control unit controls the mode of the operation unit from the first mode to the second mode at a first timing after the notification effect is started, and from the second mode to the first mode after a specific period. The gaming machine can be controlled to the second state at a second timing after controlling to the mode and becoming the first mode.