JP2020044195A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a game machine with increased interest.SOLUTION: A zone display 57AK003 indicating that a display change high probability zone is on the upper part of an image display device 5 is displayed, and is controlled to the display change high probability zone. When shifting to the display change high probability zone, the display mode of a specific display is easily changed. Further, even after the display change high probability zone is completed, a change timing of the specific display is provided. The specific display whose display mode has changed before the display change high probability zone is completed, the display mode is changed more easily even after the display change high probability zone is completed than the specific display in which the display change is not changed.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 10-1

Description

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

  There has been proposed a gaming machine that executes a special zone effect related to hold display when a predetermined effect condition is satisfied (for example, see Patent Document 1).

JP 2016-137126 A

  In the gaming machine described in Patent Literature 1, there is a possibility that interest may decrease after the special zone effect is completed.

  The present invention has been made in view of the above situation, and has as its object to provide a gaming machine with improved interest.

(1) In order to achieve the above object, a gaming machine according to the present invention,
A gaming machine (for example, pachinko gaming machine 1) capable of displaying a specific display (for example, hold display, active display) corresponding to the variable display,
Change effect execution means for changing the display mode of the specific display (for example, effect control CPU 120 for executing the processing of step 57AKS002, step 57AKS005, step 57AKS008, step 57AKS010);
Specific effect execution means (for example, effect control CPU 120 for executing the processing of step 57AKS003, step 57AKS005, step 57AKS011) capable of executing a specific effect (for example, a zone effect of a display change high probability zone),
When the specific effect is being executed, the display mode of the specific display is easier to change than when the specific effect is not executed,
The specific display in which the display mode has changed to the predetermined mode when the specific effect has been executed is more likely to change in display mode than the specific display in which the display mode has changed to the predetermined mode when the specific effect has not been executed ( For example, in the process of step 57AKS003, it may be determined whether or not to shift to the display change high probability zone according to the number of changes in the display mode of the specific display.
According to such a configuration, it can be expected that the display mode of the specific display will be further changed, so that the interest of the game is improved.

(2) In the gaming machine according to (1),
A change suggestion effect that suggests that the display mode of the specific display changes between when the specific effect is being executed and when the specific effect is not being executed (for example, a star shown in FIG. 10-1 (C) or the like). May be different (for example, a change suggestion effect is executed only in the display change high probability zone).
According to such a configuration, it can be expected that the display mode of the specific display will be further changed, so that the interest of the game is improved.

(3) In the gaming machine of (1) or (2),
Even after the end of the specific effect, the specific display in which the display mode has changed when the specific effect has been executed is displayed more than the specific display in which the display mode has not changed when the specific effect has been executed. The mode is likely to change (for example, in the process of step 57AKS003, it is determined whether or not to shift to the display change high probability zone in accordance with the number of changes in the display mode of the specific display).
According to such a configuration, it can be expected that the display mode of the specific display will be further changed, so that the interest of the game is improved.

(4) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (3),
Special effect execution means (for example, effect control CPU 120 for executing the processing of step 57AKS003, step 57AKS005, step 57AKS011) capable of executing a special effect (for example, a zone effect of a chance zone) different from the specific effect,
The display mode of the specific display may be more easily changed when the specific effect is being executed than when the special effect is being executed.
According to such a configuration, the effects can be varied and interest can be improved.

(5) In the gaming machine according to any one of the above (1) to (4),
Special effect execution means (for example, effect control CPU 120 for executing the processing of step 57AKS003, step 57AKS005, step 57AKS011) capable of executing a special effect (for example, a zone effect of a chance zone) different from the specific effect,
When the special effect is being performed, a higher percentage of the player is controlled to an advantageous state advantageous to the player than when the specific effect is being performed,
It may be possible to shift from the specific effect to the special effect (for example, see FIG. 10-7).
According to such a configuration, the effects can be varied and interest can be improved.

It is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in this embodiment. It is a block diagram showing various control boards and the like mounted on the pachinko gaming machine. It is a flow chart which shows an example of game control main processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the timer interrupt processing for game control. It is a flow chart which shows an example of special design process processing. It is a flow chart which shows an example of production control main processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of effect control process processing. It is a block diagram showing various control boards and the like mounted on the pachinko gaming machine. It is a rear perspective view of a pachinko gaming machine. It is a rear perspective view of a pachinko gaming machine with a gaming machine frame opened. It is an explanatory view showing a display result judgment table. It is a flowchart which shows the game control main process in the characteristic part 112IW. It is a flowchart which shows the game control main process in the characteristic part 112IW. It is a flowchart which shows the game control main process in the characteristic part 112IW. FIG. 4 is an explanatory diagram illustrating processing executed when power is turned on. FIG. 9 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a display mode of a display monitor in a setting change process. It is a figure which shows an example of the execution ratio of the notice X of the characteristic part 53AK, an appearance rate, and reliability. It is a figure showing an example of other execution rates, appearance rates, and reliability of notice X of feature part 53AK. It is a figure showing an example of an execution ratio of notice Y of characteristic part 53AK, and an appearance rate. It is a figure which shows an example of the execution ratio of notice Z of the characteristic part 53AK, and an appearance rate. It is a figure showing an example of a production operation of feature part 53AK. It is a figure showing an example of a production operation of feature part 57AK. It is a flowchart which shows the specific display process of the characteristic part 57AK. FIG. 14 is a diagram illustrating a determination ratio in a specific display process. It is a figure showing change timing of a display mode of specific display. It is a figure which shows the display change pattern of the specific display of the characteristic part 57AK. FIG. 5 is a diagram showing a transition ratio of a zone. It is a figure showing an example of a production operation of a modification of feature part 57AK.

(Basic explanation)
First, the basic configuration and control of the pachinko gaming machine 1 (which is also the configuration and control of a general pachinko gaming machine) will be described.

(Structure of pachinko gaming machine 1 etc.)
FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine 1 and shows an arrangement layout of main members. The pachinko gaming machine (gaming machine) 1 is roughly divided into 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. A game area is formed on the game board 2, and a game ball as a game medium is fired from a predetermined hitting ball firing device and driven into the game area.

  At a predetermined position of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, on the right side of the game area), a variable display (also called a special figure game) of a special symbol (also called a special figure) as a plurality of kinds of special identification information is provided. A first special symbol display device 4A and a second special symbol display device 4B for performing are provided. These are each composed of a 7-segment LED or the like. The special symbol is represented by a numeral indicating “0” to “9”, a lighting pattern such as “−”, or the like. The special symbol may include a pattern in which all LEDs are turned off.

  The “variable display” of a special symbol means, for example, that a plurality of types of special symbols are displayed so as to be variable (the same applies to other symbols described later). The fluctuation includes update display of a plurality of symbols, scroll display of a plurality of symbols, deformation of one or more symbols, enlargement / reduction of one or more symbols, and the like. In the case of the change of the special symbol or the ordinary symbol described later, a plurality of types of special symbols or ordinary symbols are updated and displayed. In the variation of the decorative symbols described later, a plurality of types of decorative symbols are scrolled or updated, and one or more decorative symbols are deformed or enlarged / reduced. Note that the variation includes a mode in which a certain symbol is blinked. At the end of the variable display, a predetermined special symbol is stopped (also referred to as derived or derived display) as a display result (the same applies to the variable display of other symbols described later). Note that the variable display may be referred to as a variable display or a variable display.

  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". Further, the special figure game using the first special figure is referred to as “first special figure game”, and the special figure game using the second special figure is also referred to as “second special figure game”. In addition, the special symbol display device which performs the variable display of the special symbol may be one type.

  An image display device 5 is provided near the center of the game area on the game board 2. The image display device 5 includes, for example, an LCD (Liquid Crystal Display), an organic EL (Electro Luminescence), or the like, and displays various effect images. The image display device 5 may include a projector and a screen. On the image display device 5, various effect images are displayed.

  For example, on the screen of the image display device 5, in synchronization with the first special figure game and the second special figure game, a decorative pattern as a plurality of types of decorative identification information different from the special pattern (a pattern indicating a number or the like). Is variably displayed. Here, in synchronization with the first special figure game or the second special figure game, the decorative symbols are variably displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R (for example, up and down). (Scroll display of direction and update display). In addition, the variable display of the special figure game and the decoration symbol executed synchronously is also simply referred to as a variable display.

  On the screen of the image display device 5, a display area for displaying a suspended display corresponding to the variable display whose execution is suspended or an active display corresponding to the variable display being executed may be provided. The hold display and the active display are also collectively referred to as a variable display corresponding display corresponding to the variable display.

  The number of variable displays suspended is also referred to as the number of suspended storages. The number of reserved storages corresponding to the first special figure game is also referred to as a first reserved storage number, and the number of reserved storages corresponding to the second special figure game is also referred to as a second reserved storage number. In addition, the sum of the first reserved storage number and the second reserved storage number is also referred to as a total reserved storage number.

  At a predetermined position of the game board 2, there are provided a first hold indicator 25A and a second hold indicator 25B each including a plurality of LEDs. Displays the first number of reserved storages, and the second reservation display 25B displays the second number of reserved storages based on the number of lighted LEDs.

  Below the image display device 5, a winning ball device 6A and a variable winning ball device 6B are provided.

  The winning ball device 6A forms a first starting winning port that is always kept in a fixed open state by which a game ball can enter by a predetermined ball receiving member, for example. When a game ball enters the first start winning opening, a predetermined number (for example, three) of prize balls are paid out, and the first special figure game can be started.

  The variable prize ball device 6B (ordinary electric accessory) forms a second starting prize port that is changed between a closed state and an open state by a solenoid 81 (see FIG. 2). The variable winning prize ball device 6B includes, for example, an electric tulip-type accessory having a pair of movable wing pieces, and the movable wing piece is in a vertical position when the solenoid 81 is in an off state, so that the tip of the movable wing piece is Is in the closed state where the game ball does not enter the second starting winning port (also referred to as the second starting winning port being closed). On the other hand, the variable winning prize ball device 6B is in an open state in which a game ball can enter the second starting winning opening when the movable wing piece is in the tilting position when the solenoid 81 is on (second starting). It is also said that the winning opening is open.) When a game ball enters the second start winning opening, a predetermined number (for example, three) of prize balls are paid out, and the second special figure game can be started. It should be noted that the variable winning ball device 6B only needs to change between the closed state and the open state, and is not limited to the one provided with the electric tulip type accessory.

  At a predetermined position of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, four lower left and right sides of the game area), a general winning opening 10 which is always kept in a fixed open state by a predetermined ball receiving member is provided. In this case, when entering any of the general winning openings 10, a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls are paid out as prize balls.

  Below the winning ball device 6A and the variable winning ball device 6B, a special variable winning ball device 7 having a large winning opening is provided. The special variable winning ball device 7 includes a special winning opening door that is driven to be opened and closed by a solenoid 82 (see FIG. 2), and a special winning opening as a specific area that is changed between an open state and a closed state by the special winning opening door. Form.

  As an example, in the special variable winning ball device 7, when the solenoid 82 for the special winning opening door (for the special electric accessory) is in the off state, the special winning opening door closes the special winning opening, and the game ball becomes large. You will not be able to enter (pass) the winning opening. On the other hand, in the special variable winning ball device 7, when the solenoid 82 for the special winning opening door is on, the special winning opening door opens the large winning opening, so that the game ball can easily enter the special winning opening. Become.

  When game balls enter the special winning opening, a predetermined number (for example, 14) of game balls are paid out as prize balls. When the game ball enters the large winning opening, more prize balls are paid out than when the game ball enters the first starting winning opening, the second starting winning opening, and the general winning opening 10, for example.

  A game ball entering each winning port including the general winning port 10 is also referred to as “winning”. In particular, winning in the starting opening (first starting winning opening, second starting winning opening) is also referred to as starting winning.

  At a predetermined position of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, on the left side of the game area), a normal symbol display 20 is provided. As an example, the normal symbol display 20 includes a 7-segment LED or the like, and variably displays a normal symbol as a plurality of types of ordinary identification information different from the special symbol. The normal symbol is represented by a number indicating “0” to “9”, a lighting pattern such as “−”, or the like. The normal design may include a pattern in which all LEDs are turned off. Such a variable display of a normal symbol is also called a normal symbol game.

  On the left side of the image display device 5, a pass gate 41 through which game balls can pass is provided. Based on the passing of the game ball through the passage gate 41, the general-purpose game is executed.

  Above the ordinary symbol display 20, there is provided an ordinary symbol holding display 25 </ b> C. The general-purpose reservation indicator 25C is configured to include, for example, four LEDs, and displays the number of stored general-purpose reservations, which is the number of general-purpose games for which execution is suspended, by the number of lit LEDs.

  On the surface of the game board 2, in addition to the above-described configuration, a windmill for changing the flowing direction and speed of the game ball and a number of obstacle nails are provided. At the bottom of the game area, there is provided an out port for taking in a game ball that has not entered any of the winning ports.

  Loudspeakers 8L and 8R for reproducing and outputting sound effects and the like are provided at upper left and right positions of the gaming machine frame 3, and a gaming effect lamp 9 for a gaming effect is provided around the gaming area. ing. The game effect lamp 9 includes an LED.

  At a predetermined position (not shown in FIG. 1) of the game board 2, a movable body 32 that operates according to the effect is provided.

  At the lower right position of the gaming machine frame 3, a hit ball operation handle (operation knob) 30 operated by a player or the like to fire a game ball toward a game area by a hit ball firing device is provided.

  At a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the game area, a game ball paid out as a prize ball or a game ball loaned by a predetermined ball rental machine is held so that it can be supplied to the hitting ball launching device (reservation). ) Is provided. Below the upper plate, a hit ball supply plate (lower plate) from which a prize ball is paid out when the upper plate is full is provided.

  At a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the gaming area, a stick controller 31A that can be held and tilted by a player is attached. The stick controller 31A is provided with a trigger button that can be pressed by a player. An operation on the stick controller 31A is detected by the controller sensor unit 35A (see FIG. 2).

  At a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the gaming area, a push button 31B that allows a player to perform a predetermined instruction operation by a pressing operation or the like is provided. An operation on the push button 31B is detected by a push sensor 35B (see FIG. 2).

  In the pachinko gaming machine 1, the stick controller 31A and the push button 31B are provided as detecting means for detecting the operation (operation or the like) of the player, but other detecting means may be provided.

(Outline of the progress of the game)
A game ball is fired toward a game area by a rotation operation by a player on a hit ball operation handle 30 provided in the pachinko gaming machine 1. When the game ball passes through the passage gate 41, the ordinary symbol game using the ordinary symbol display device 20 is started. In the case where the game ball passes through the passage gate 41 during a period during the execution of the previous general-purpose game or the like (when the game ball passes through the passage gate 41 but cannot immediately execute the general-purpose game based on the passage). The general-purpose game based on the passage is suspended up to a predetermined upper limit number (for example, 4).

  In this ordinary symbol game, if a specific ordinary symbol (a symbol per ordinary symbol) is stopped and displayed, the display result of the ordinary symbol becomes "a symbol per ordinary symbol". On the other hand, if a normal symbol (regular symbol lost symbol) other than the symbol per regular symbol is stopped and displayed as the fixed ordinary symbol, the display result of the ordinary symbol is “regular symbol lost”. When "per day" is reached, an opening control is performed to open the variable winning ball device 6B for a predetermined period of time (the second start winning opening is opened).

  When the game ball enters the first starting winning opening formed in the winning ball device 6A, the first special figure game by the first special symbol display device 4A is started.

  When the game ball enters the second starting winning opening formed in the variable winning ball device 6B, the second special figure game by the second special symbol display device 4B is started.

  Note that, when the game ball enters (wins) the starting winning opening during a period during which the special figure game is being executed, or during a period in which the game is controlled to the big hitting game state or the small hitting game state, which will be described later. When the special figure game based on the start winning prize cannot be immediately executed), the execution of the special figure game based on the entry is suspended up to a predetermined upper limit number (for example, 4).

  In the special figure game, if a specific special symbol (big hit symbol, for example, “7”, an actual symbol is different depending on the type of big hit described later) is stopped and displayed as the fixed special symbol, the big hit symbol is obtained. If a predetermined special symbol (small hit symbol, for example, “2”) different from the above is stopped and displayed, “small hit” is obtained. If a special symbol (losing symbol, for example, “−”) different from the big hit symbol or the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed, “losing” is obtained.

  After the display result in the special figure game becomes “big hit”, the big hit gaming state is controlled as an advantageous state advantageous to the player. After the display result in the special figure game becomes “small hit”, the state is controlled to the small hit game state.

  In the big hit gaming state, the special winning opening formed by the special variable winning ball device 7 is opened in a predetermined manner. The open state includes a timing of a predetermined period (for example, 29 seconds or 1.8 seconds) and a timing of the number of game balls entering the special winning opening reaching a predetermined number (for example, nine). It is continued until the earlier timing. The predetermined period is an upper limit period during which a special winning opening can be opened in one round, and is hereinafter also referred to as an opening upper limit period. One cycle in which the special winning opening is opened is called a round (round game). In the big hit game state, the round can be repeatedly executed until the round reaches a predetermined upper limit number (15 times or 2 times).

  In the big hit game state, the player can obtain a prize ball by causing the game ball to enter the big winning opening. Therefore, the big hit gaming state is an advantageous state for the player. The greater the number of rounds in the jackpot gaming state and the longer the open upper limit period, the more advantageous to the player.

  Note that the "big hit" is set with a big hit type. For example, a plurality of types of opening modes of the special winning opening (the number of rounds and the upper limit period of opening) and a game state after the big hit game state (a normal state, a time saving state, a probable change state, etc., which will be described later) are prepared. The type has been set. As the big hit type, a big hit type where many prize balls can be obtained or a big hit type where few or almost no prize balls can be obtained may be provided.

  In the small hitting game state, the special winning opening formed by the special variable winning ball device 7 is opened in a predetermined opening manner. For example, in the small hitting game state, the opening mode is the same as the big hitting game state in the case of some of the big hit types (the number of opening of the special winning opening is the same as the number of rounds described above, and the closing timing of the special winning opening is also the same). Etc.) to open the big winning opening. In addition, similarly to the big hit type, a small hit type may be provided for the “small hit”.

  After the big hit game state is ended, the time may be controlled to a time saving state or a certain change state depending on the big hit type.

  In the time saving state, control (time saving control) for shortening the average special figure fluctuation time (the period during which the special figure is fluctuated) is performed as compared with the normal state. In the time-saving state, the average time of fluctuating fluctuating time (period of fluctuating fluctuating figure) is shortened compared to the normal state, and the probability of "per-figure hit" in the frug drawing game is improved than in the normal state. Controls (high opening control, high base control) that allow the game balls to easily enter the second start winning opening are also executed. The time saving state is a state in which the fluctuation efficiency of the special symbol (especially the second special symbol) is improved, and is therefore an advantageous state for the player.

  In the probability variation state (probability variation state), in addition to the time saving control, the probability variation control in which the probability that the display result is “big hit” is higher than that in the normal state is executed. The probable change state is a state that is more advantageous to the player because the change efficiency of the special symbol is improved and the state is likely to be a “big hit”.

  The time saving state and the probable change state continue until one of the end conditions such as the execution of the predetermined number of special figure games and the start of the next big hit game state is satisfied first. The condition that the execution of the special figure game a predetermined number of times is an end condition is also referred to as a number cut (number cut time reduction, number cut probability change, etc.).

  The normal state is a game state other than a special state such as a jackpot game state that is advantageous to the player, a time-saving state, a probable change state, or the like. The pachinko gaming machine 1, such as the probability and the probability that the display result in the special map game will be a "big hit", is set in the initial setting state of the pachinko gaming machine 1 (for example, a predetermined return after power-on, such as when a system reset is performed). This is a state in which the same control is performed as when the processing is not executed).

  The state in which the probable change control is being executed is also referred to as a high-probability state, and the state in which the probable change control is not being executed is referred to as a low-probability state. The state in which the time-saving control is executed is also called a high base state, and the state in which the time-saving control is not executed is called a low base state. By combining these, the time-saving state is also called a low-probability high-base state, the probable change state is a high-precision high-base state, and the normal state is also a low-probability low-base state. The high-accuracy low-base state is also referred to as a high-accuracy low-base state.

  After the small hitting game state ends, the game state is not changed, and the control is continued to the game state before the display result of the special figure game becomes "small hit" (however, "small hit" occurs If the special figure game at that time is the special figure game of the predetermined number of times in the above number cut, the game state is naturally changed). Note that the display result of the special figure game does not have to have “small hit”.

  Note that the gaming state may change based on the fact that the game ball has passed a specific area (for example, a specific area within a special winning opening) during the big hit gaming state. For example, when a game ball passes through a specific area, it may be controlled to be in a positively changed state after the big hit game state.

(Progress of production etc.)
In the pachinko gaming machine 1, various effects (effects for notifying the progress of the game and enlivening the game) are executed in accordance with the progress of the game. The effect will be described below. Note that the effect is performed by displaying various effect images on the image display device 5. In addition to or instead of the display, a sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R and / or a game effect lamp 9 is provided. May be performed by turning on / off the light, operating the movable body 32, or the like.

  In the “left”, “middle”, “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R provided on the image display device 5 as the effect performed in accordance with the progress of the game, the first special figure game or the In response to the start of the 2 special figure game, the variable display of the decorative symbol is started. At the timing when the display result (also called a fixed special symbol) is stopped and displayed in the first special figure game or the second special figure game, a fixed decorative pattern (combination of three decorative symbols) which is a display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol ) Is also stopped (derived).

  During the period from the start of the variable display of the decorative symbol to the end thereof, the mode of the variable display of the decorative symbol may be a predetermined reach mode (reach is established). Here, the reach mode is a variable display for a decorative symbol that has not been stopped and displayed when the decorative symbol stopped and displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 forms a part of a jackpot combination described below. Is continued.

  In addition, a reach effect is executed in response to the reach mode during the variable display of the decorative symbol. In the pachinko gaming machine 1, a ratio (also referred to as a jackpot reliability or a jackpot expectation) in which a display result (a display result of a special figure game or a display result of a variable display of a decorative pattern) becomes a "big hit" according to the effect mode. A plurality of different reach effects are executed. The reach effects include, for example, a normal reach and a super reach having a higher hit reliability than the normal reach.

  When the display result of the special figure game is “big hit”, a fixed decoration pattern which is a predetermined big hit combination is derived as a display result of the variable display of the decoration pattern on the screen of the image display device 5 (decoration). The display result of the variable display of the symbol is "big hit"). As an example, the same decorative symbol (for example, “7”) is stopped and displayed on predetermined effective lines in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. .

  In the case of "probable change big hit" which is controlled to the probable change state after the end of the big hit game state, an odd number of decorative symbols (for example, "7" etc.) are stopped and displayed together, and after the big hit game state is ended, the probable change state is set. In the case of a non-probable variable jackpot (normal jackpot) that is not controlled, an even number of decorative symbols (for example, “6”) may be stopped and displayed together. In this case, the odd-numbered decorative symbols are also referred to as positive variation symbols, and the even-numbered decorative symbols are also referred to as non-positive variable symbols (normal symbols). After the non-probable design has reached the reach mode, a promotion effect that eventually becomes a “probable change” may be executed.

  When the display result of the special figure game is “small hit”, as a display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol on the screen of the image display device 5, a fixed decorative pattern (for example, “ 1 35 ”) is derived (the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern is“ small hit ”). As an example, the decorative symbols forming the chance eyes are stopped and displayed on predetermined effective lines in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. In addition, when the display result of the special figure game is "big hit" of some big hit types (big hit game state in the same mode as the small hit game state) and when it is "small hit" , A common fixed decorative design may be derived and displayed.

  When the display result of the special figure game is “losing”, the decorative display variable display mode does not become the reach mode, and the non-reach combination fixed decorative pattern (“ (Also referred to as “non-reach loss”) may be stopped and displayed (the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern is “non-reach loss”). Further, when the display result is “losing”, after the decorative design variable display mode becomes the reach mode, a predetermined reach combination other than the jackpot combination (“reach loss”) is displayed as the decorative symbol variable display display result. ) May be stopped (the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol is "reach loss").

  The effects that can be executed by the pachinko gaming machine 1 include displaying the above-mentioned variable display corresponding display (hold display or active display). Further, as another effect, for example, a notice effect for notifying the jackpot reliability is executed during the variable display of the decorative symbol. The notice effects include a notice effect for giving a notice of the jackpot reliability in the variable display during execution, and a look-ahead notice effect for giving a notice of the jackpot reliability in the variable display before execution (variable display with execution suspended). As the prefetch notice effect, an effect of changing the display mode of the variable display corresponding display (hold display or active display) to a mode different from the normal mode may be executed.

  Also, in the image display device 5, by temporarily stopping the decorative symbol during the variable display of the decorative symbol and then restarting the variable display, one variable display is made to look like a plurality of variable displays in a pseudo manner. A pseudo continuous production may be executed.

  During the big hit game state, a big hit effect is performed to notify the big hit game state. As the large hit production, a production that notifies the number of rounds or a promotion production that indicates that the value of the big hit game state is improved may be executed. In addition, during the small hitting game state, a small hitting effect for notifying the small hitting game state is executed. The big hit game in the small hit game state and in some big hit types (a big hit type of the big hit game state in the same mode as the small hit game state, for example, a big hit type in which the subsequent game state is a high accuracy state) By performing a common effect in the state and the state, the player may not be able to know whether the current state is the small hitting game state or the big hitting game state. In such a case, by performing a common effect after the end of the small hitting game state and after the end of the big hitting game state, it is possible to make it impossible to distinguish between the high accuracy state and the low accuracy state. You may.

  Further, for example, when a special map game or the like is not being executed, a demonstration (demonstration) image is displayed on the image display device 5 (a customer waiting demonstration effect is executed).

(Board configuration)
In the pachinko gaming machine 1, for example, a main board 11, an effect control board 12, an audio control board 13, a lamp control board 14, a relay board 15 and the like as shown in FIG. 2 are mounted. In addition, various boards such as a payout control board, an information terminal board, a launch control board, and a power supply board are arranged on the back of the pachinko gaming machine 1.

  The main board 11 is a control board on the main side, and the progress of the above-mentioned game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 (execution of a special figure game (including management of holding), execution of a general-purpose game (including management of holding), Game state, small hitting game state, game state, etc.). The main board 11 includes a game control microcomputer 100, a switch circuit 110, a solenoid circuit 111, 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, a RAM (Random Access Memory) 102, a CPU (Central Processing Unit) 103, , A random number circuit 104 and an input / output port (I / O) 105.

  The CPU 103 performs a process for controlling the progress of the game (a process for realizing the function of the main board 11) by executing a program stored in the ROM 101. At this time, various data stored in the ROM 101 (variation patterns to be described later, effect control commands to be described later, data to be referred to when making various determinations to be described later, and various tables) are used, and the RAM 102 is used as a main memory. . The RAM 102 is a backup RAM in which the stored contents are stored for a predetermined period even if the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is partially or entirely stopped. Note that all or a part of the program stored in the ROM 101 may be expanded in the RAM 102 and executed on the RAM 102.

  The random number circuit 104 renewably counts numerical data indicating various random numbers (gaming random numbers) used when controlling the progress of the game. The gaming random number may be updated by the CPU 103 executing a predetermined computer program (updated by software).

  The I / O 105 includes, for example, an input port to which various signals (detection signals to be described later) are input, and various signals (the first special symbol display device 4A, the second special symbol display device 4B, the normal symbol display device 20, the first reservation). An output port for transmitting a signal for controlling (driving) the display 25A, the second reservation display 25B, the general-purpose reservation display 25C, and the like (solenoid driving signal) is provided.

  The switch circuit 110 detects detection signals (game balls pass or exit) from various switches for detecting game balls (gate switch 21, start-up switch (first start-up switch 22A and second start-up switch 22B), count switch 23). (Such as a detection signal indicating that the switch has been turned on when the vehicle enters) and is transmitted to the game control microcomputer 100. The transmission of the detection signal indicates that the passing or approach of the game ball has been detected.

  The solenoid circuit 111 sends a solenoid drive signal (for example, a signal for turning on the solenoid 81 or the solenoid 82) from the game control microcomputer 100 to the solenoid 81 for a normal electric accessory or the solenoid 82 for a special winning opening door. Transmit.

  The main board 11 (game control microcomputer 100), as a part of the control of the progress of the game, the effect control command (command for designating (notifying) the progress of the game, etc.) according to the progress of the game. 12 The effect control command output from the main board 11 is relayed by the relay board 15 and supplied to the effect control board 12. The effect control command includes, for example, various determination results on the main board 11 (for example, a display result of a special figure game (including a big hit type)) and a variation pattern used when executing the special figure game (details will be described later). )), A game state (for example, start and end of variable display, opening state of a special winning opening, occurrence of a prize, number of storages held, game state), a command for specifying an error occurrence, and the like.

  The effect control board 12 is a control board on the sub side independent of the main board 11, receives an effect control command, and effects based on the received effect control command (various effects according to the progress of the game. (Including various types of notification such as driving of the movable body 32, notification of an error, and notification of restoration of a power failure).

  The effect control board 12 includes an effect control CPU 120, a ROM 121, a RAM 122, a display control unit 123, a random number circuit 124, and an I / O 125.

  The effect control CPU 120 executes a program stored in the ROM 121 to execute an effect together with the display control unit 123 (this is a process for realizing the above functions of the effect control board 12, and Determination, etc.). At this time, various data (data such as various tables) stored in the ROM 121 is used, and the RAM 122 is used as a main memory.

  The effect control CPU 120 displays the execution of the effect based on detection signals from the controller sensor unit 35A and the push sensor 35B (a signal output when an operation by the player is detected, and a signal appropriately indicating the operation content). In some cases, the control unit 123 may be instructed.

  The display control unit 123 includes a VDP (Video Display Processor), a CGROM (Character Generator ROM), a VRAM (Video RAM), and the like, and executes an effect based on an effect execution instruction from the effect control CPU 120.

  The display control unit 123 displays an effect image on the image display device 5 by supplying a video signal corresponding to the effect to be executed to the image display device 5 based on the effect execution instruction from the effect control CPU 120. The display control unit 123 further supplies a sound designation signal (a signal for designating a sound to be output) to the sound control board 13 in order to output a sound synchronized with the display of the effect image and to turn on / off the game effect lamp 9. Or a lamp signal (a signal designating a lighting / extinguishing mode of the lamp) is supplied to the lamp control board 14. Further, the display control unit 123 supplies a signal for operating the movable body 32 to the movable body 32 or a drive circuit for driving the movable body 32.

  The audio control board 13 has various circuits for driving the speakers 8L and 8R, drives the speakers 8L and 8R based on the sound designation signal, and outputs a sound designated by the sound designation signal from the speakers 8L and 8R. Let it.

  The lamp control board 14 includes various circuits for driving the game effect lamp 9, drives the game effect lamp 9 based on the lamp signal, and turns on / off the game effect lamp 9 in a mode specified by the lamp signal. I do. In this way, the display control unit 123 controls the audio output and the turning on / off of the lamp.

  The sound output, control of turning on / off the lamp (supply of a sound designation signal or a lamp signal, etc.), and control of the movable body 32 (supply of a signal for operating the movable body 32, etc.) are executed by the effect control CPU 120. You may do so.

  The random number circuit 124 renewably counts numerical data indicating various random numbers (effect random numbers) used for executing various effects. The effect random number may be updated (updated by software) by the effect control CPU 120 executing a predetermined computer program.

  The I / O 125 mounted on the effect control board 12 is for inputting an effect control command transmitted from, for example, the main board 11 or the like, and for transmitting various signals (video signal, sound designation signal, lamp signal). And an output port.

  Boards other than the main board 11, such as the effect control board 12, the voice control board 13, and the lamp control board 14, are also called sub-boards. A plurality of sub-boards may be provided for each function like the pachinko gaming machine 1, or one sub-board may have a plurality of functions.

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

(Main operation of the main board 11)
First, main operations of the main board 11 will be described. When power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started, the game control microcomputer 100 is activated, and the CPU 103 executes a game control main process. FIG. 3 is a flowchart showing a game control main process executed by the CPU 103 on the main board 11.

  In the game control main process shown in FIG. 3, the CPU 103 first sets interrupt prohibition (step S1). Subsequently, necessary initial settings are performed (step S2). The initial setting includes setting of a stack pointer, register setting of a built-in device (CTC (counter / timer circuit), parallel input / output port, and the like), setting of making the RAM 102 accessible, and the like.

  Next, it is determined whether the output signal from the clear switch is on (step S3). The clear switch is mounted on, for example, a power supply board. When the power is turned on while the clear switch is on, an output signal (clear signal) is input to the game control microcomputer 100 via the input port. When the output signal from the clear switch is on (step S3; Yes), an initialization process (step S8) is executed. In the initialization process, the CPU 103 performs a RAM clear process for clearing flags, counters, and buffers stored in the RAM 102, and sets an initial value in a work area.

  Further, the CPU 103 transmits an effect control command for instructing initialization to the effect control board 12 (step S9). When the effect control CPU 120 receives the effect control command, for example, the image display device 5 displays a screen for notifying that the control of the gaming machine has been initialized.

  If the output signal from the clear switch is not on (step S3; No), it is determined whether backup data is stored in the RAM 102 (backup RAM) (step S4). When the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stopped due to an unexpected power failure or the like (power cut), the CPU 103 executes a power supply stop processing immediately before the power supply is stopped due to the stop of the power supply. In the power supply stop process, a process of turning on a backup flag indicating that data is backed up in the RAM 102, a process of protecting data in the RAM 102, and the like are performed. The data protection processing includes processing for adding an error detection code (check sum, parity bit, etc.) and backing up various data. The data to be backed up includes not only various data for progressing the game (including various flags, various timer states, and the like), but also the state of the backup flag and an error detection code. In step S4, it is determined whether the backup flag is on. If the backup flag is off and no backup data is stored in the RAM 102 (step S4; No), an initialization process (step S8) is executed.

  If the backup data is stored in the RAM 102 (step S4; Yes), the CPU 103 checks the data of the backed up data (performed using an error detection code) and determines whether the data is normal (step S4). S5). In step S5, it is determined whether or not the data in the RAM 102 matches the data at the time of stopping the power supply, for example, based on the parity bit and the checksum. If it is determined that they match, it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is normal.

  If it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is not normal (step S5; No), the internal state cannot be returned to the state at the time of stopping the power supply, so the initialization processing (step S8) is executed.

  When it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is normal (step S5; Yes), the CPU 103 performs a restoration process (step S6) for returning the internal state of the main board 11 to the state at the time of stopping the power supply. In the recovery processing, the CPU 103 sets a work area based on the storage contents of the RAM 102 (the contents of the backed up data). As a result, when the power supply is stopped, the game state is restored, and if the special symbol is being changed, the special symbol change is restarted from the state before the restoration by executing the game control timer interrupt process described later. Will be.

  Then, the CPU 103 transmits an effect control command for instructing recovery from the power interruption to the effect control board 12 (step S7). In conjunction with this, the effect control command to specify the backed-up game state before the power interruption, or the effect control to specify the display result of the running special figure game if the special figure game is being executed. A command may be transmitted. As these commands, the same commands as those set to be transmitted in the special symbol process processing described later can be used. When the effect control CPU 120 receives the effect control command specifying the time of restoration from the power interruption, for example, the image display device 5 notifies that the restoration from the power interruption has been performed or that the restoration from the power interruption is being performed. Screen display to perform The effect control CPU 120 may display an appropriate screen based on the effect control command.

  After transmitting the effect control command to the effect control board 12 after ending the restoration process or the initialization process, the CPU 103 executes a random number circuit setting process for initializing the random number circuit 104 (step S10). Then, a register of the CTC built in the game control microcomputer 100 is set so that a timer interrupt is periodically performed every predetermined time (for example, 2 ms) (step S11), and an interrupt is permitted (step S12). ). Thereafter, a loop process is started. Thereafter, an interrupt request signal is sent from the CTC to the CPU 103 every predetermined time (for example, 2 ms), and the CPU 103 can periodically execute a timer interrupt process.

  When receiving the interrupt request signal from the CTC and receiving the interrupt request, the CPU 103 that has executed the game control main process executes the game control timer interrupt process shown in the flowchart of FIG. When the game control timer interrupt process shown in FIG. 4 is started, the CPU 103 first executes a predetermined switch process, so that the gate switch 21, the first starting port switch 22A, the second starting port via the switch circuit 110. It is determined whether a detection signal has been received from various switches such as the switch 22B and the count switch 23 (step S21). Subsequently, by executing a predetermined main-side error process, an abnormality diagnosis of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is performed, and a warning can be generated if necessary according to the diagnosis result (step S22). Thereafter, by executing a predetermined information output process, for example, the jackpot information (information indicating the number of occurrences of the jackpot, etc.) supplied to the hall management computer installed outside the pachinko gaming machine 1, the start information (start It outputs data such as information indicating the number of winnings, etc.), probability variation information (information indicating the number of times the probability has changed, etc.) (step S23).

  Subsequent to the information output process, a game random number updating process for updating at least a part of the game random number used on the main board 11 side by software is executed (step S24). Thereafter, the CPU 103 executes a special symbol process (step S25). When the CPU 103 executes the special symbol process at each timer interrupt, management of execution and suspension of the special figure game, control of the big hit game state and the small hit game state, control of the game state, and the like are realized. See below).

  Subsequent to the special symbol processing, the ordinary symbol processing is executed (step S26). The CPU 103 executes the normal symbol process process every time the timer interrupts, thereby managing the execution and suspension of the general symbol game based on the detection signal from the gate switch 21 (based on the passing of the game ball to the passing gate 41), Opening control of the variable winning ball device 6B based on "per day" is enabled. The execution of the ordinary symbol game is performed by driving the ordinary symbol display device 20, and the ordinary symbol reservation display 25C is turned on to display the ordinary symbol reservation number.

  After executing the normal symbol process process, a process when a power failure occurs, a process for paying out award balls, and the like may be performed as part of the game control timer interrupt process. Thereafter, the CPU 103 executes a command control process (Step S27). The CPU 103 may set the transmission of the effect control command in each of the above processes. In the command control process of step S27, a process of transmitting the effect control command set to be transmitted to a sub-side control board such as the effect control board 12 is performed. After executing the command control process, the interrupt is permitted, and then the game control timer interrupt process ends.

  FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing an example of a process executed in step S25 shown in FIG. 4 as a special symbol process process. In this special symbol process process, the CPU 103 first executes a start winning determination process (step S101).

  In the start winning determination process, a process of detecting the occurrence of a start winning, storing the hold information in a predetermined area of the RAM 102, and updating the number of stored holds is executed. When a winning start occurs, a random number for determining a display result (including a big hit type) and a variation pattern is extracted and stored as hold information. Further, a process of pre-reading a display result or a variation pattern may be executed based on the extracted random number value. After storing the hold information and the number of storages to be held, transmission setting for transmitting an effect control command for designating a determination result such as occurrence of a start winning prize, the number of storages to be held, and pre-reading determination is performed on the effect control board 12. . The effect control command at the time of the winning start-up thus set is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by, for example, executing the command control process of step S27 shown in FIG. Is transmitted to

  After executing the start winning determination processing in S101, the CPU 103 selects and executes one of the processing in steps S110 to S120 according to the value of the special figure process flag provided in the RAM 102. In each of the special symbol process processes (steps S110 to S120), transmission settings for transmitting an effect control command corresponding to each process to the effect control board 12 are performed.

  The special symbol normal process of step S110 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “0” (initial value). In the special symbol normal processing, it is determined whether to start the first special figure game or the second special figure game based on the presence or absence of the hold information. Also, in the special symbol normal processing, based on the random number value for determining the display result, whether the display result of the special symbol or decorative symbol is "big hit" or "small hit", or a big hit type in the case of "big hit" Is determined (prior determination) before the display result is derived and displayed. Further, in the special symbol normal processing, a fixed special symbol (any of a big hit symbol, a small hit symbol, or a lost symbol) to be stopped and displayed in the special figure game is set in accordance with the determined display result. Thereafter, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “1”, and the special special pattern normal processing ends. Note that the special figure game using the second special figure may be executed prior to the special figure game using the first special figure (also referred to as special figure 2 priority digestion). Further, the winning order of the game balls to the first starting winning opening and the second starting winning opening may be stored, and the start condition of the special figure game may be established in the order of the winning (also referred to as winning the order).

  When making various decisions based on random numbers, various tables stored in the ROM 101 (tables in which decision values to be compared with random numbers are assigned to decision results) are referred to. The same applies to other decisions made on the main board 11 and various decisions made on the effect control board 12. In the effect control board 12, various tables are stored in the ROM 121.

  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 processing, any one of a plurality of types of variation patterns is used by using a random number value for variation pattern determination based on a result of a predetermined determination as to whether or not the display result is “big hit” or “small hit”. And the like are determined. In the variation pattern setting process, when the variation pattern is determined, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “2”, and the variation pattern setting process ends.

  The variation pattern is the execution time of the special figure game (the special figure variation time) (also the execution time of the variable display of the decorative symbol), the mode of variable display of the decorative symbol (whether or not there is reach, etc.), and the variable display of the decorative symbol. Is designated (variable display pattern, etc.).

  The special symbol change process in step S112 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “2”. The special symbol change processing includes a process for setting a special symbol to be changed 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 change. And the like. Further, it is also determined whether or not the measured elapsed time has reached the special figure fluctuation time corresponding to the fluctuation pattern. Then, when the elapsed time from the start of the special symbol fluctuation reaches the special figure fluctuation time, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “3”, and the special symbol fluctuation processing ends.

  The special symbol stop processing in step S113 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “3”. In this special symbol stop processing, the change of the special symbol is stopped by the first special symbol display device 4A or the second special symbol display device 4B, and the fixed special symbol which is the display result of the special symbol is stopped and displayed (derived). The processing for making the setting is included. When the display result is "big hit", the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "4". On the other hand, when the big hit flag is off and the display result is “small hit”, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “8”. When the display result is “losing”, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “0”. If the display result is "small hit" or "losing", the game state is updated when the time reduction state or the probable change state is controlled and the end of the number cut is established. When the value of the special figure process flag is updated, the special symbol stop processing ends.

  The big hit opening pre-processing of step S114 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “4”. The big hit opening pre-processing includes, for example, a process of starting a round in the big hit gaming state and setting a big winning opening to an open state based on a display result of “big hit” or the like. Have been. When opening the special winning opening, a process of supplying a solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the special winning opening door is executed. At this time, an opening upper limit period in which the special winning opening is opened and an upper limit execution number of rounds are set according to, for example, the type of the big hit. When these settings are completed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “5”, and the big hit opening pre-processing ends.

  The big hit opening processing in step S115 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “5”. The processing during the opening of the jackpot is based on a process of measuring the elapsed time from the opening of the jackpot, and on the basis of the measured elapsed time, the number of game balls detected by the count switch 23, and the like. For determining whether it is time to return from the open state to the closed state. Then, when returning the special winning opening to the closed state, after performing processing such as stopping supply of the solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the special winning opening door, the value of the special drawing process flag is updated to “6”, The processing during the opening of the big hit ends.

  The post-big hit release processing in step S116 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "6". The post-big hit opening process includes a process of determining whether or not the number of rounds in which the special winning opening is opened has reached a set upper limit number of times, and a process of determining whether or not the number of hits has reached the upper limit number of times. And the like to perform a setting for terminating the process. When the number of rounds has not reached the upper limit execution number, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “5”. The value is updated to "7". When the value of the special figure process flag is updated, the post-jackpot release processing ends.

  The big hit end processing in step S117 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “7”. The big hit end process includes a process of waiting until a waiting time corresponding to a period during which an ending effect is performed as an effect operation for notifying the end of the big hit game state, and a change in response to the end of the big hit game state. The processing includes various settings for starting control and time-saving control. When such a setting is made, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “0”, and the big hit end processing ends.

  The small hit release pre-processing of step S118 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “8”. The small hit opening pre-processing includes a process of setting the large winning opening to the open state in the small hitting game state based on the display result being “small hit”. At this time, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “9”, and the small hit release pre-processing ends.

  The small hit opening processing in step S119 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is "9". The processing during opening of the small hits includes processing for measuring the elapsed time from the opening of the special winning opening and timing for returning the large winning opening from the open state to the closed state based on the measured elapsed time. It includes a process of determining whether or not the event has occurred. When the big winning port is returned to the closed state and the timing of ending the small hitting game state is reached, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “10”, and the small hit opening processing ends.

  The small hit end processing in step S120 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “10”. The small hit ending process includes a process of waiting until a waiting time corresponding to a period during which the effect operation for notifying the end of the small hit gaming state is executed is performed. Here, when the small hitting game state ends, the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 before the small hitting gaming state is continued. When the waiting time at the end of the small hitting game state has elapsed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to “0”, and the small hit end processing ends.

(Main operation of effect control board 12)
Next, main operations of the effect control board 12 will be described. In the effect control board 12, when the power supply voltage is supplied from the power supply board or the like, the effect control CPU 120 is activated and executes the effect control main process as shown in the flowchart of FIG. When the effect control main process shown in FIG. 6 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 The register setting of the mounted CTC (counter / timer circuit) is performed. Further, an initial operation control process is executed (step S72). In the initial operation control process, control for performing an initial operation of the movable body 32, such as control for driving the movable body 32 to return to the initial position and control for confirming a predetermined operation, is executed.

  Thereafter, it is determined whether or not the timer interrupt flag is turned on (step S73). The timer interrupt flag is set to an on state every time a predetermined time (for example, 2 milliseconds) elapses based on, for example, a register setting of the CTC. At this time, if the timer interrupt flag is off (step S73; No), the process of step S73 is repeatedly executed, and the process stands by.

  Further, 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 generated every time a predetermined time elapses. This interrupt is, for example, an interrupt generated when the effect control INT signal from the main board 11 is turned on. When an interrupt occurs due to the effect control INT signal being turned on, the effect control CPU 120 automatically sets the interrupt to be disabled. However, when a CPU that does not automatically enter the interrupt disabled state is used, the interrupt is disabled. It is desirable to issue a prohibition command (DI command). The effect control CPU 120 executes, for example, a predetermined command reception interrupt process in response to an interrupt caused by the effect control INT signal being turned on. In the command reception interrupt processing, an effect control command is fetched from a predetermined input port that receives a control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15 among input ports included in the I / O 125. The effect control command captured at this time is stored in an effect control command receiving buffer provided in the RAM 122, for example. After that, the effect control CPU 120 sets the interrupt permission, and then ends the command reception interrupt processing.

  If the timer interrupt flag is on in step S73 (step S73; Yes), the timer interrupt flag is cleared and turned off (step S74), and a command analysis process is executed (step S75). In the command analysis process, for example, after reading various effect control commands transmitted from the game control microcomputer 100 of the main board 11 and stored in the effect control command receiving buffer, the read effect control commands are read out. Corresponding settings and controls are performed. For example, the effect control command that has been read is stored in a predetermined area of the RAM 122 so that the effect control command received and the content specified by the effect control command can be confirmed by the effect control process processing or the like. For example, it turns on a provided reception flag. When the effect control command specifies the game state, the display control unit 123 may be instructed to display a background corresponding to the game state.

  After executing the command analysis processing in step S75, an effect control process processing is executed (step S76). In the effect control process processing, for example, a display operation of an effect image in a display area of the image display device 5, a sound output operation from the speakers 8L and 8R, a lighting operation of a game effect lamp 9 and a decorative illuminant such as a decoration LED, a movable body 32 The control for operating various effect devices, such as the driving operation of the device, is performed. In addition, determination, determination, setting, and the like are performed on the control content of the rendering operation using the various rendering devices in accordance with the rendering control command transmitted from the main board 11.

  Following the effect control process of step S76, an effect random number update process is executed (step S77), and at least a part of the effect random numbers used on the effect control board 12 is updated by software. After that, the process returns to step S73. Other processing may be performed before returning to the processing of step S73.

  FIG. 7 is a flowchart illustrating an example of the processing executed in step S76 of FIG. 6 as the effect control process processing. In the effect control process process illustrated in FIG. 7, the effect control CPU 120 first executes a prefetch notice setting process (step S161). In the look-ahead notice setting process, for example, determination, determination, setting, and the like for executing a look-ahead notice effect are performed based on a start control effect control command transmitted from the main board 11. In addition, a process for displaying a hold display is executed based on the number of held memories specified from the effect control command.

  After executing the process of step S161, the effect control CPU 120 selects and executes one of the following processes of steps S170 to S177 according to the value of the effect process flag provided in the RAM 122, for example.

  The variable display start waiting process in step S170 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “0” (initial value). This variable display start waiting process is a process of determining whether to start variable display of a decorative symbol on the image display device 5 based on whether a command for designating the start of variable display has been received from the main board 11 or the like. And so on. When it is determined that the variable display of the decorative symbol on the image display device 5 is to be started, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “1”, and the variable display start waiting process ends.

  The variable display start setting process in step S171 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “1”. In the variable display start setting process, based on the display result and the variation pattern specified by the effect control command, the display result of the decorative design variable display (fixed decorative design), the variable display mode of the decorative design, the reach It is determined whether or not various effects such as a notice effect are to be executed, their mode, execution start timing, and the like. Then, an effect control pattern (a set of control data for instructing the display control unit 123 to execute an effect) reflecting the determination result or the like is set. After that, based on the set effect control pattern, the display control unit 123 is instructed to start the execution of the variable display of the decorative symbol, updates the value of the effect process flag to “2”, and ends the variable display start setting process. The display control unit 123 causes the image display device 5 to start the variable display of the decorative symbol according to the instruction to start the execution of the variable display of the decorative symbol.

  The variable display effect process in step S172 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “2”. In the variable display effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 displays an effect image based on the effect control pattern set in step S171 on the display screen of the image display device 5 by instructing the display control unit 123. Driving the movable body 32, outputting a voice or sound effect from the speakers 8L and 8R by outputting a command (sound effect signal) to the voice control board 13, and transmitting a command (lighting signal) to the lamp control board 14. Various effects control such as turning on / off / flashing the game effect lamp 9 and the decoration LED by the output is performed during the variable display of the decorative symbol. After performing such an effect control, for example, an end code indicating the end of the variable display of the decorative symbol is read from the effect control pattern, or a command designating stop display of the fixed decorative symbol from the main board 11 is received. In response to, for example, the fixed decoration symbol which is the display result of the decoration symbol is stopped and displayed. When the fixed decorative symbol is stopped and displayed, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “3”, and the effect process during variable display ends.

  The wait process per special figure in step S173 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “3”. In the waiting process per special figure, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not an effect control command designating the start of the big hit game state or the small hit game state from the main board 11 has been received. Then, when an effect control command designating the start of the big hit game state or the small hit game state is received, if the command specifies the start of the big hit game state, the value of the effect process flag is set to “6”. To ". On the other hand, if the command specifies the start of the small hitting game state, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “4” which is a value corresponding to the small hit effect effect processing. Also, if the reception wait time of the command has elapsed without receiving a command designating the start of the big hit game state or the small hit game state, it is determined that the display result in the special map game is “losing”. Then, the value of the effect process flag is updated to the initial value “0”. When the value of the effect process flag is updated, the wait process per special figure ends.

  The small hit production process in step S174 is a process executed when the value of the production control process flag is “4”. In the small hit effect production process, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern corresponding to the effect contents in the small hit game state, and executes various effect controls in the small hit game state based on the set contents. . In addition, in the small hit effect process, for example, in response to receiving a command designating the end of the small hit game state from the main board 11, the value of the effect process flag is set to a value corresponding to the small hit end effect. It is updated to a certain “5”, and the small hit production process ends.

  The small hit end effect processing in step S175 is processing executed when the value of the effect control process flag is “5”. In the small hit end effect process, the effect control CPU 120 sets an effect control pattern or the like corresponding to, for example, the end of the small hit game state, and performs various effect controls at the end of the small hit game state based on the set contents. Execute Thereafter, the value of the effect process flag is updated to “0”, which is the initial value, and the small hit end effect process ends.

  The big hit production process in step S176 is a process executed when the value of the production process flag is “6”. In this big hit effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern corresponding to the effect contents in the big hit game state, and executes various effect controls in the big hit game state based on the set contents. In the big hit middle rendering process, the value of the rendering control process flag is a value corresponding to the ending rendering process in response to, for example, receiving a command designating the big hit gaming state from the main board 11. 7 ", and ends the big hit production process.

  The ending effect process of step S177 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “7”. In the ending effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 sets an effect control pattern or the like corresponding to, for example, the end of the big hit game state, and performs various effect controls of the ending effect at the end of the big hit game state based on the set contents. Execute. Then, the value of the effect process flag is updated to the initial value “0”, and the ending effect process ends.

(Modification of the basic description)
The present invention is not limited to the pachinko gaming machine 1 described in the above basic description, and various modifications and applications are possible without departing from the spirit of the present invention.

  Although the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the above basic description is a payout type gaming machine that pays out a predetermined number of game media as a prize based on the occurrence of a prize, the gaming media is enclosed and a score is given based on the occurrence of a prize. It may be an enclosed game machine.

  Only one type of symbol (for example, a symbol indicating "-") is displayed during the variable display of the special symbol, and the variable display may be performed by repeatedly displaying and extinguishing the symbol. Further, when the symbol is displayed during the variable display, the symbol may not be displayed when the variable display is stopped (the sign indicating "-" may not be displayed as a display result).

  In the above basic description, the pachinko gaming machine 1 is shown as a gaming machine, but a medal is inserted, a predetermined number of bets is set, and a plurality of types of symbols are rotated according to the operation of the operation lever by the player, and the player When the symbols are stopped according to the operation of the stop button and the combination of the stopped symbols becomes a specific symbol combination, a slot machine capable of executing a game in which a predetermined number of medals are paid out to the player (for example, a big bonus) The present invention is also applicable to a slot machine in which one or more of regular bonus, RT, AT, ART, and CZ (hereinafter, bonus etc.) are mounted.

  The programs and data for realizing the present invention are not limited to the form distributed and provided to a computer device or the like included in the pachinko gaming machine 1 by a removable recording medium. It may be in a form of being distributed by being installed in a storage device included in the storage device. Furthermore, by providing a communication processing unit, programs and data for implementing the present invention are distributed by downloading from other devices on a network connected via a communication line or the like. It does not matter.

  The game can be executed not only by installing a removable recording medium, but also by temporarily storing programs and data downloaded via a communication line or the like in an internal memory or the like. Alternatively, the program may be directly executed using hardware resources of another device on a network connected via a communication line or the like. Furthermore, the game may be executed by exchanging data with another computer device or the like via a network.

  In this specification, one of the expressions for comparing various ratios such as the execution ratio of effects (expressions such as “high”, “low”, and “differentiate”) is that one of the ratios is “0%”. May be included. For example, it may include that one is a ratio of “0%” and the other is a ratio of “100%” or a ratio of less than “100%”.

(Explanation about the feature 112IW)
Next, the characteristic portion 112IW will be described. The setting of the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the characteristic portion 112IW can be changed. In the pachinko gaming machine 1 whose setting can be changed, the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be set to any one of a plurality of set values, and can be controlled to an advantageous state (big hit gaming state) at different rates according to the set set values. The pachinko gaming machine 1 of another characteristic portion may be configured so that the setting can be changed similarly to the characteristic portion 112IW. First, as shown in FIGS. 8A and 8B, the pachinko gaming machine (game machine) 1 is roughly divided into an outer frame 112IW001a formed in a vertically long rectangular frame shape, and a gaming board constituting a gaming board surface. (Gauge board) 2 and a gaming machine frame (underframe) 112IW003 for supporting and fixing the gaming board 2. A game area is formed on the game board 2, and a game ball as a game medium is fired from a predetermined hitting and firing device and driven into the game area. In addition, the game machine frame 112IW003 has a glass door frame 112IW003a having a glass window between a door opening position for opening the front surface of the game machine frame 112IW003 centering on the left side and a door closing position for closing the front surface. The game area is provided rotatably, and the game area can be opened and closed by the glass door frame 112IW003a. When the glass door frame 112IW003a is closed, the game area can be seen through the glass window.

  Further, the gaming machine frame 112IW003 can be opened by inserting a door key owned by a clerk or the like of a game arcade into a lock and unlocking it, and players other than the clerk can open the gaming machine frame 112IW003 and the glass door frame. The 112IW003a cannot be opened.

  The main board 11 is mounted on the back surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in a state of being housed in a board case 112IW201 configured to be openable by a first member and a second member. The main board 11 has a setting key 112IW051 for switching to a setting change state or a setting confirmation state described later, and a setting key for changing a set value such as a jackpot winning probability (ballout rate) described later in the setting change state. A setting changeover switch 112IW052 that functions as a setting switch is provided.

  The setting switch main body provided with an operation unit that can be operated by the player, such as the setting key 112IW051 and the setting switch 112IW052, is housed in the board case 112IW201 together with the main board 11, and the setting key 112IW051 and the setting switch 112IW052. Are exposed to the rear side through an opening formed in the right rear part of the substrate case 112IW201 so that the operation can be performed without opening the substrate case 112IW201.

  Since the board case 112IW201 having the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052 is provided on the back surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1, the operation from the front side of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is not possible when the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is closed. Operation is possible by opening the gaming machine frame 112IW003 using a predetermined door key. Further, since the setting key 112IW051 needs to be operated by a setting key owned by a clerk or the like at the game arcade, only the clerk having the setting key can operate the setting key 112IW051. The setting key 112IW051 is also a switch capable of performing an ON / OFF switching operation described later. In the characteristic portion 112IW, the mode in which the door key and the setting key are separate keys has been described as an example, but one key may be shared.

  Further, on the board case 112IW201, a display monitor 112IW029 and a display changeover switch 112IW030 for switching the display of the display monitor 112IW029 are arranged. The display monitor 112IW029 and the display changeover switch 112IW030 are connected to the main board 11 and are arranged at the upper left of the board case 112IW201. That is, the display monitor 112IW029 and the display changeover switch 112IW030 are arranged on the front of the board case 112IW201 when the main board 11 is visually recognized. Since the main board 11 cannot be visually recognized in a state where the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is not opened, the front face when viewing the main board 11 is the back side of the gaming board 2 in a state where the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is opened. This is a front view when viewing, and is different from the front of the pachinko gaming machine 1. However, the front when viewing the main board 11 and the front of the pachinko gaming machine 1 may be common.

  As described above, the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052 in the feature section 112IW cannot be operated from the front side of the pachinko gaming machine 1 when the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is closed. There is a possibility that the setting key 112IW051 or the setting change switch 112IW052 may be operated from the inside of the gaming island where the pachinko gaming machine 1 is installed. Therefore, in this characteristic portion 112IW, as shown in FIGS. 8-2 and 8-3, a board including a setting key 112IW051 and a setting changeover switch 112IW052 is provided at the right end of the outer frame 112IW001a when the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is closed. A security cover 112IW500A that covers the right side of the case 112IW201 from the rear side is attached. The security cover 112IW500A is a substantially L-shaped member including a short piece 112IW500Aa facing in the front-rear direction, and a long piece 112IW500Ab extending from the rear end of the short piece 112IW500Aa toward the left side of the pachinko gaming machine 1. It is made of a plate-shaped synthetic resin material having transparency. The vertical dimension of the short piece 112IW500Aa is substantially the same as the vertical dimension of the back plate of the board case 112IW201. The security cover 112IW500A is fixed to the right end of the outer frame 112IW001a via the front end of the short piece 112IW500Aa.

  As shown in FIG. 8B, the long piece 112IW500Ab abuts (or approaches) the right part of the board case 112IW201 from behind the pachinko gaming machine 1 in a state where the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is closed. This covers the right side of the board case 112IW201 including the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052 from the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1. Therefore, the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052 cannot be operated by the long piece 112IW500Ab. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 8-3, when the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is open, the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052 move together with the gaming machine frame 112IW003 to move from the long piece 112IW500Ab. By separating, the covered state by the long piece 112IW500Ab is released, and the state becomes operable.

  That is, in the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the present feature portion 112IW, when the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is closed, the operation of the operation section including the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052 is regulated by the security cover 112IW500A. In the state where the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is opened while the state is maintained, the restriction state by the security cover 112IW500A is released, and the operation of the setting key 112IW051 and the setting change switch 112IW052 is permitted. State.

  Since the board case 112IW201 is provided on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1, it is extremely difficult to access the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052 when the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is closed. The setting value cannot be changed by operating the setting key 112IW051 or the setting changeover switch 112IW052 unless a store clerk or the like at the game hall opens the gaming machine frame 112IW003 with the door key.

  However, even when the pachinko gaming machine 1 is installed on a gaming island (not shown) in a gaming arcade, even if the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is closed, for example, another pachinko gaming machine adjacent to the pachinko gaming machine 1 An illegal member such as a wire or a cell plate enters between the pachinko gaming machine 1 and a gaming device such as a card unit or a spacer member installed between the pachinko gaming machine 1 and a setting key 112IW051 on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine 1. There is a possibility that the setting value is changed by operating the setting switch 112IW052 or the setting change switch 112IW052. Therefore, when the game machine frame 112IW003 is closed, the setting key 112IW051 is switched to the setting key 112IW051 by the security cover 112IW500A. Restricted state in which operation on the operation unit including the switch 112IW052 is restricted By being maintained, it is possible to suitably suppress the abuse.

  Further, even in a regulated state in which the gaming machine frame 112IW003 is closed and the security cover 112IW500A covers the right side of the back of the board case 112IW201 including the setting key 112IW051 and the setting changeover switch 112IW052, the security cover 112IW500A has transparency. Since the main board 11 and the like accommodated in the case 112IW201 can be seen through, it is possible to easily confirm the status of the mounting surface and the sealing seal on the main board 11 on which electronic components such as the CPU 103 are mounted.

  In the game control microcomputer 100, the CPU 103 executes the program read from the ROM 101 and uses the RAM 102 as a work area to execute various processes for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. In addition, the CPU 103 can generate all of the various random numbers used on the main board 11 side by executing the random number generation program.

  In the feature section 112IW, on the side of the main substrate 11, in addition to the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random number value MR2 for determining the big hit type, the random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern, and the general figure display result determining method Numerical data indicating each of the random number value MR4 and the random number value MR5 for determining the initial value of MR4 is controlled to be countable. It should be noted that other random numbers may be used to enhance the gaming effect. These random numbers MR1 to MR5 may be counted by software using a different random counter in the CPU 103, or may be updated by the random number circuit 104. The random number circuit 104 may be built in the game control microcomputer 100, or may be configured as a random number circuit chip different from the game control microcomputer 100. Such random numbers used to control the progress of the game are also called game random numbers.

  The ROM 101 included in the game control microcomputer 100 stores various table data and the like used for controlling the progress of the game, in addition to the game control program. For example, the ROM 101 stores table data constituting a plurality of determination tables, such as the determination table shown in FIG. 8D, prepared for the CPU 103 to make various types of determinations and decisions. The ROM 101 also includes table data constituting a plurality of control pattern tables used for the CPU 103 to output various control signals from the main board 11 and a variation mode of each symbol in a variable display such as a special symbol or a normal symbol. And a variation pattern table for storing a plurality of types of variation patterns.

  The determination table stored in the ROM 101 includes, for example, a display result determination table (set value 1) shown in FIG. 8-4 (A), a display result determination table (set value 2) shown in FIG. -4 (C), a big hit type determination table (not shown), a big hit variation pattern determination table (not shown), a loss variation pattern determination table (not shown), A display result determination table (not shown), a normal figure fluctuation pattern determination table (not shown), and the like are included.

  The pachinko gaming machine 1 in the present feature section 112IW has a configuration in which the jackpot winning probability (payout rate) changes according to the set value. Specifically, in the special symbol normal process of the special symbol process process, the winning probability (winning rate) of the big hit is changed by using the display result determination table (winning probability) corresponding to the set value. . The set value has three stages of 1 to 3, 1 is the lowest payout rate, and the payout rate increases as the value increases in the order of 1, 2, and 3. That is, when 1 is set as the set value, the advantage is the lowest for the player, and as the value increases in the order of 2, 3, the advantage gradually increases.

(Display result judgment table)
FIGS. 8A to 8C are explanatory diagrams showing display result determination tables corresponding to the respective set values. The display result determination table is a set of data stored in the ROM 101, and is a table in which a hit determination value to be compared with MR1 is set. In each of the display result determination tables, the variable special figure designating buffer is 1 (first), that is, the first special symbol is the target of the variable display, and the variable special figure designating buffer is 2 (second). That is, for each of the cases where the second special symbol is subjected to the variable display, the determination value of the big hit is set.

  As shown in FIG. 8-4 (A), when using the display result determination table corresponding to the set value 1, the variable special figure designation buffer is the first, that is, the first special symbol is the target of the variable display. , The jackpot is won with a lower probability (1/320 at the time of non-probable change, 1/32 at the time of probable change) than when the set value is "2" or "3". Further, when the variable special figure designating buffer is the second, the same judgment value as when the variable special figure designating buffer is the first is set as the judgment value corresponding to the big hit, and the second special symbol is set. Wins with the same probability (1/320 for non-probable changes and 1/32 for probable changes) when the first special symbol is the subject of variable display. I do.

  Also, as shown in FIG. 8-4 (B), when using the display result determination table corresponding to the setting value 2 and the variable special figure designation buffer is the first, the setting value is “1”. The jackpot is won with a higher probability (1/300 at non-probable change, 1/30 at probable change) than in certain cases. Further, when the variable special figure designating buffer is the second, the same judgment value as when the variable special figure designating buffer is the first is set as the judgment value corresponding to the big hit, and the second special symbol is set. Wins the jackpot with the same probability (1/300 for non-probable changes and 1/30 for probable changes) when the first special symbol is the subject of variable display. I do.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 8C, when the display result determination table corresponding to the set value 3 is used, if the variable special figure designation buffer is the first, the set value is “1”. The jackpot is won with a higher probability than the case of “2” (1/280 at the time of non-probable change, 1/28 at the time of probable change). Further, when the variable special figure designating buffer is the second, the same judgment value as when the variable special figure designating buffer is the first is set as the judgment value corresponding to the big hit, and the second special symbol is set. Wins the jackpot with the same probability (1/280 for non-probable changes and 1/28 for probable changes) when the first special symbol is the subject of variable display. I do.

  That is, the CPU 103 refers to the display result determination table corresponding to the set value set at that time, and determines whether the value of MR1 corresponds to one of the big hits shown in FIGS. If it matches the hit determination value, it is determined that the special symbol is a big hit (big hit type A to big hit type C). That is, the jackpot winning is determined with a probability according to the set value. Note that “probability” shown in FIGS. 8A to 8C indicates a probability (ratio) of a big hit. To determine whether or not to make a big hit means to determine whether or not to control to the big hit gaming state, but to stop the symbols in the first special symbol display 4A or the second special symbol display 4B. It is also to decide whether to make a big hit symbol.

  Note that, in the present characteristic part 112IW, a total of three setting values 1 to 3 are provided as setting values that can be set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the pachinko gaming machine is not limited thereto. The set value that can be set to 1 may be two or four or more.

  In addition, in the present characteristic portion 112IW, a mode in which the larger the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 becomes more advantageous to the player (the larger the probability of a big hit) is exemplified, but the present invention is not limited to this. Instead, a smaller set value set for the pachinko gaming machine 1 may be more advantageous for the player.

(Display monitor 112IW029)
In the feature section 112IW, in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the number of game balls entering each winning port (large winning port, second large winning port, first starting winning port, second starting winning port, general winning port) is determined. The tallying can be performed, and various winning information such as the connection ratio, the winning combination, the base and the like can be calculated.

  Specifically, the display monitor 112IW029 includes a four-digit display unit. The display portion of each digit is composed of seven segments each composed of seven segments drawing the character “8” and dots arranged on the lower right side of the seven segments.

  The display contents are displayed on the first digit display unit and the second digit display unit, and the numerical values are displayed as percentages on the third digit display unit and the fourth digit display unit. In display No. 1, a short-term connection ratio is displayed, and in display No. 2, a short-term winning ratio is displayed. In the display No. 3, the total ratio is displayed, and in the display No. 4, the total winning combination is displayed. Display No. 5 displays the base (base 1) calculated based on the previous 60000 prize balls, and display No. 6 displays the base (base 2) calculated based on the previous 60000 prize balls. Is done.

  Here, the short term means a period in which the number of awarded balls (acquired balls) is 6,000. The period in which the total sum is obtained means the total period after the calculation of the ratio and the winning ratio is started, or the total period after the calculation of the ratio and the winning ratio is once reset.

  In the above example, the connection ratio, the winning combination, and the base are calculated without depending on the gaming state, but may be calculated in consideration of the gaming state. For example, the repetition ratio may be a percentage of the total number of prize balls occupied by the number of prize balls due to winning in the special winning opening during the jackpot game state. The winning combination is defined as a ratio of the total number of prize balls to the total number of prize balls due to winning in the second starting winning opening in the high base state and the number of winning balls due to winning in the large winning opening in the jackpot game state. Is also good. Further, the base may be calculated separately for the low base state and the high base state.

  When the short-term connection ratio of display No. 1 is displayed, “y6.” Is displayed on the first digit display unit and the second digit display unit, and when the short-term role ratio of display No. 2 is displayed, “Y7.” Is displayed on the first digit display portion and the second digit display portion. When the short-term connection ratio of the display No. 1 is displayed, the short-term connection ratio is displayed as a percentage (% display) on the third digit display unit and the fourth digit display unit, and the short-term duty ratio of the display No. 2 is displayed. Is displayed, the short-term role ratio is displayed as a percentage (% display) on the third digit display portion and the fourth digit display portion.

  When the total cumulative connection ratio of the display No. 3 is displayed, “A6.” Is displayed on the first digit display portion and the second digit display portion, and when the total cumulative combination ratio of the display No. 4 is displayed. "A7." Is displayed on the first digit display portion and the second digit display portion. When the total cumulative connection ratio of the display No. 3 is displayed, the total cumulative connection ratio is displayed as a percentage (% display) on the third digit display portion and the fourth digit display portion, and the total of the display No. 4 is displayed. When the total winning combination is displayed, the total cumulative winning ratio is displayed as a percentage (% display) on the third digit display portion and the fourth digit display portion.

  When the base 1 of the display No. 5 is displayed, “bL.” Is displayed on the first digit display portion and the second digit display portion, and when the base 2 of the display No. 4 is displayed, one digit is displayed. “B6.” Is displayed on the eye display unit and the second digit display unit. When the base 1 of the display No. 5 is displayed, the total cumulative connection ratio is displayed as a percentage (in%) on the display unit of the third digit and the display unit of the fourth digit, and the base 2 of the display No. 6 is displayed. When displayed, the total cumulative winning combination is displayed as a percentage (% display) on the third digit display portion and the fourth digit display portion.

  Further, the display of the short-term ratio, the short-term position ratio, the total cumulative ratio, the total cumulative ratio, the base 1 and the base 2 is based on the operation of the display changeover switch 112IW030 based on the set value set at that time. It is possible to sequentially change the display to short-term connection ratio, short-term combination ratio, total cumulative connection ratio, total cumulative combination ratio, base 1 and base 2.

  In the characteristic section 112IW, the display monitor 112IW029 exemplifies a form in which the connection ratio, the combination ratio, and the base at each set value can be displayed. However, the present invention is not limited to this. The monitor 112IW029 may be able to display only one numerical value or only any two numerical values among these connection ratio, combination ratio, and base.

  Further, the present characteristic part 112IW exemplifies a mode in which the connection ratio, the combination ratio, and the base, which are information based on the number of awarded balls, are calculated, and the connection ratio, the combination ratio, and the base are displayed on the display monitor 112IW029. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and it is possible to display the history of the awarded number of awarded balls on the display monitor 112IW029 without calculating the connection ratio, the winning combination, and the base. Good.

(Setting change processing)
Next, the change of the set value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the characteristic section 112IW will be described. FIG. 8-5 to FIG. 8-7 are flowcharts showing a game control main process in the characteristic unit 112IW. In the present characteristic unit 112IW, the processing of steps 112IWS001 to S002 is the same as the processing of steps S1 to S2 shown in FIG.

  After the initial setting, the CPU 103 waits for activation of the effect control means for measuring the time until the effect control means (specifically, the effect control CPU 120) is activated when the power supply to the gaming machine is started. The timer is set (step 112 IWS003). In this case, a sufficient time from the start of power supply to the gaming machine to the start of the effect control CPU 120 is set in the effect control means activation wait timer. Next, the CPU 103 subtracts 1 from the value of the effect control means activation wait timer (step 112IWS004), and checks whether or not the value of the effect control means activation wait timer after the subtraction is 0 (step 112IWS005). If the value of the effect control unit activation waiting timer is not 0, the process returns to step 112IWS004, and the processing of steps 112IWS004 to S005 is repeatedly executed. If the value of the effect control unit activation waiting timer is 0, the flow shifts to step 112IWS006.

  By executing the processing of steps 112 IWS 003 to S 005, the processing after step 112 IWS 006 is executed after the effect control CPU 120 is activated, and the setting values are changed and confirmed, the RAM is initialized and restored, and the like. Is done. Therefore, it is possible to prevent a situation in which various commands, such as a setting value command, an initialization designation command, and a command at the time of recovery, which will be described later, are transmitted before the effect control CPU 120 is activated, and the command is not lost. This can be prevented from occurring.

  Next, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the set value is a value at the time of factory shipment (for example, “0” or a value other than a possible set value) (step 112IWS006). If the settings at the time of factory shipment remain (step 112IWS006; Yes), the process proceeds to step 112IWS010.

  If the setting is not the factory setting (step 112 IWS006; No), that is, if the setting value has been changed at least once, the CPU 103 backs up to the RAM 102 (backup RAM) by the same processing as step S4. It is determined whether or not the data is stored (step 112IWS007). Specifically, in step 112IWS007, the CPU 103 determines whether the backup flag is on. If the backup flag is off and the backup data is not stored in the RAM 102 (step 112IWS007; No), the process proceeds to step 112IWS010.

  When the backup data is stored in the RAM 102 (step 112 IWS007; Yes), the CPU 103 checks the data of the backed up data (performed using the error detection code) by the same processing as in step S5, and the data is normal. It is determined whether or not (step 112 IWS008). In step 112IWS008, for example, it is determined whether or not the data in the RAM 102 matches the data when the power supply is stopped, based on the parity bit and the checksum. If it is determined that they match, it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is normal. If it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is not normal (step 112IWS008; No), the process proceeds to step 112IWS010.

  If it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is normal (step 112IWS008; Yes), the CPU 103 checks whether or not a setting change flag indicating that the current set value is being changed is set (step 112IWS009). ). If the setting change flag is set (step 112IWS009; Yes), that is, if power supply to the gaming machine is restarted due to a power interruption during the change of the set value, the process proceeds to step 112IWS010.

  In step 112IWS010, the CPU 103 performs control of transmitting a RAM abnormality error notification command to the effect control CPU 120 (step 112IWS010). Note that the CPU 103 may perform control to display a display (for example, display of “E”) indicating a RAM abnormality error on the display monitor 112IW029.

  Next, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the output signal from the door open sensor 112IW090 is on (the door (game machine frame 112IW003) is open) (step 112IWS011). If the output signal from door open sensor 112IW090 is on, CPU 103 determines whether setting key 112IW051 is on or not (step 112IWS012). If the setting key 112IW051 is on, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the output signal from the clear switch is on (step 112IWS013). If the output signal from the clear switch is on, the CPU 103 sets a RAM clear flag (step 120AKSA01). When the RAM clear flag is on, a process related to the setting change is performed, and then a RAM clear process for clearing the storage content of the RAM 102 is performed. Then, the flow shifts to step 120AKSA03.

  On the other hand, if the output signal from the door open sensor 112IW090 is off (the door is closed) (N in step 112IWS011), or if the setting key 112IW051 is off (N in step 112IWS012), the clear switch is pressed. If the output signal is OFF (N in step 112 IWS013), the processing does not proceed to step 120AKSA01, but proceeds to the loop processing. Before entering the loop processing, control for transmitting a RAM abnormality error notification command to the effect control CPU 120 (the processing of step 112 IWS010) may be executed.

  By executing the processing of steps 112IWS006 to S013, in the present feature unit 112IW, if the backup RAM is not normal (N in steps 112IWS007 and S008), or if the default settings for factory shipment remain (step S112WSS007). In the case of 112IWS006, if a power interruption or the like occurs during the setting change (Y in step 112IWS009), the setting key 112IW051 is turned on and the clear switch is turned on with the gaming machine frame 112IW003 opened. Under the condition, the set value can be changed after step 120AKSA03, and then the RAM is cleared. On the other hand, unless the game machine frame 112IW003 is opened and the setting key 112IW051 and the clear switch are turned on, the loop processing is executed, the set value cannot be changed, and the game control does not proceed.

  If the setting change flag is not set (step 112IWS009; No), the CPU 103 determines whether the output signal from the clear switch is on (step 112IWS015).

  If the output signal from the clear switch is on (step 112 IWS015; Yes), the CPU 103 sets a RAM clear flag (step 120 AKSA02).

  After the process of step 120AKSA02 or if the output signal from the clear switch is not on, the CPU 103 determines whether the output signal from the door open sensor 112IW090 is on (step 112IWS016). If the output signal from door open sensor 112IW090 is on, CPU 103 determines whether setting key 112IW051 is on or not (step 112IWS017).

  If the setting key 112IW051 is on, the CPU 103 determines whether the RAM clear flag is on (step 120AKSA03). If the setting key 112IW051 is on, the process for confirming the setting (setting confirmation process) or the process for changing the setting (setting change) depends on the state of the RAM clear flag (ie, ON / OFF of the clear switch). Process). Note that error processing may be performed when the output signal from the door open sensor 112IW090 is turned off during setting change or setting confirmation.

  If the RAM clear flag is on (step 120AKSA03; Yes), a setting change start command indicating the start of the setting change processing is transmitted to the effect control board 12 (step 120AKSA04). If the RAM clear flag is OFF (Step 120AKSA03; No), the CPU transmits a setting confirmation start command to the effect control board 12 indicating that the setting confirmation processing is started (Step 120AKSA05).

  On receiving the setting change command or the setting confirmation command, the effect control board 12 performs control to notify that the setting is being changed or the setting is being confirmed (for example, a predetermined image is displayed on the image display device 5, A predetermined sound is output from the speakers 8L and 8R, and a decorative illuminant such as a decorative LED is caused to emit light in a predetermined manner).

  Next, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the set value is a value at the time of factory shipment (for example, “0” or the like) (Step 120AKSA06). If the set value is the factory default (Step 120AKSA06; Yes), the set value is set to "1" (Step 120AKSA07). In step 120AKSA07, the setting value stored in the backup area of the RAM 102 is updated to “1”.

  In step 120AKSA07, when the set value is the value at the time of shipment from the factory, the set value is set to “1” as an initial value, but another set value may be set as the initial value. Also, when there is a RAM error such as when the backup data is not stored in the RAM 102 or when the backup data is not normal (for example, when the process of step 112 IWS010 is executed), the set value is set to the initial value “1”. You may make it. In this case, when the processing of step 112IWS010 is executed (when step 112IWS006; Yes, step 112IWS007; No, or step 112IWS008; No), the RAM abnormality flag is set, and in step 120AKSA06, the RAM abnormality flag is set. It may be determined whether or not is turned on.

  If the setting value is not the factory setting value (Step 120AKSA06; No), or after executing the processing of Step 120AKSA07, the CPU 103 displays the setting value stored in the backup area of the RAM 102 on the display monitor 112IW029 (Step 120AKSA08). ).

  Then, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the RAM clear flag is on (Step 120AKSA09). If the RAM clear flag is on (step 120AKSA09; Yes), the setting change flag is set (step 120AKSA10).

  Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the output signal from the setting switch 112IW052 is ON (step 120AKSA11). If the output signal from the setting switch 112IW052 is ON (step 120AKSA11; Yes), the setting value stored in the backup area of the RAM 102 is updated (step 120AKSA12). The setting value is updated each time the setting switch 112IW052 is operated (pressed). For example, if the set value is “1”, it is updated to “2”, if the set value is “2”, it is updated to “3”, and if the set value is “3”, it is updated to “1”. Update it. Note that a specific set value may be specified by operating the setting change switch 112IW052.

  If the RAM clear flag is off (step 120AKSA09; No), it means that the setting has been confirmed, so that the processing related to the setting change is not executed. In this case, or when the output signal from the setting changeover switch 112IW052 is not on (step 120AKSA11; No), after executing the processing of step 120AKSA12, it is determined whether the output signal from the setting key 112IW051 has been turned off. (Step 120AKSA13).

  If the output signal from the setting key 112IW051 remains ON (Step 120AKSA13; No), the process returns to Step 120AKSA08, and the setting confirmation processing or the setting change processing is continued. When the setting value is updated in step 120AKSA12, the processing in step 120AKSA08 is executed again, and the updated setting value is displayed on the display monitor 112IW029.

  If the output signal from the setting key 112IW051 is off (step 120AKSA13; Yes), it is determined whether the RAM clear flag is on (step 120AKSA14). If the RAM clear flag is on (step 120AKSA14; Yes), the setting change flag is reset (step 120AKSA15), and a setting change end command indicating that the setting change is completed is transmitted to the effect control board 12 (step 120AKSA16). ).

  When the RAM clear flag is off (Step 120AKSA14; No), a setting confirmation end command indicating that the setting confirmation has been completed is transmitted to the effect control board 12 (Step 120AKSA17).

  Then, the display of the set value on the display monitor 112IW029 is deleted (Step 120AKSA18), and a set value command indicating the set value is transmitted to the effect control board 12 (Step 112IWS031). The setting value command may be transmitted only when the setting value is updated.

  Next, it is determined whether or not the RAM clear flag is on (step 120AKSA19). If the RAM clear flag is on (step 120AKSA19; Yes), a RAM clear process is executed (step 120AKSA20). In the RAM clearing process, the CPU 103 performs a RAM clearing process for clearing flags, counters, and buffers stored in the RAM 102, and sets an initial value in a work area. However, in the RAM clear processing, an area other than an area for storing performance display information such as a connection ratio, a combination ratio, and a base and an area for storing a set value in the storage area of the RAM 102 are cleared. The information for performance display such as the ratio and the base, and the information of the set value are retained without being cleared.

  Thereafter, the CPU 103 transmits an effect control command for instructing initialization to the effect control board 12 by the same processing as in step S9 (step 112IWS033).

  If the RAM clear flag is off (step 120AKSA19; No), the CPU 103 performs a recovery process (step 112IWS022) for returning the internal state of the main board 11 to the state at the time of stopping the power supply by the same process as step S6. Do. In the recovery processing, the CPU 103 sets a work area based on the storage contents of the RAM 102 (the contents of the backed up data). Further, the CPU 103 transmits an effect control command for instructing recovery from the power interruption to the effect control board 12 by the same processing as in step S7 (step 112IWS023).

  After the processing of Step 112IWS033 or Step 112IWS023, the process proceeds to Step 112IWS034. Note that the processing of steps 112 IWS034 to S036 is the same as the processing of steps S10 to S12 shown in FIG.

  In step 120AKSA08, the set value may be displayed on the image display device 5. Then, the subsequent processing may be executed using the image display device 5.

  Also, during execution of the setting confirmation process and the setting change process, the special symbol display devices 4A and 4B are set to a mode that is not displayed during the normal game (for example, a mode in which all the segments of the 7-segment LED are turned on or blinking). Is also good. By notifying using the special symbol display devices 4A and 4B in this way, it is possible to appropriately notify the player of the setting confirmation state or the setting change state. It should be noted that the special symbol display devices 4A and 4B may be configured to be different between the setting confirmation state and the setting change state.

  If the power is turned off during the execution of the setting change processing, the setting change processing is executed again and the updated set values are stored in the RAM 102 (backup RAM), so that the setting change is not completed. May be an error. Specifically, at the start of the setting change process, the setting change flag (not erased even when the RAM is cleared) is stored in the same backup RAM as the backup RAM for storing the set value, and at the end of the setting change process, When the flag is turned off and a process other than the setting change process (for example, the game control main process) is executed, if the setting change flag is on, an error is generated. As described above, in a situation where the setting change process does not proceed normally on the way, the clerk at the game hall may mistakenly think that the setting change has been completed even though it has not been completed. In such a case, if the setting change is not completed, an error occurs, so that the complete completion of the setting change can be secured.

  In step 120AKSA08, the current set value is read from the backup RAM, and the set value is displayed. However, when the backup to the backup RAM is not performed normally, information indicating an error is displayed on the image display device 5 and the special symbol display devices 4A and 4B are displayed in a mode different from that during the normal game. (For example, a mode in which all the segments of the 7-segment LED are turned off, a mode in which all the segments are turned on if the setting confirmation process and the setting change process are all turned on).

  FIG. 8-8 is an explanatory diagram of the processing executed when the power is turned on. As shown in FIG. 8-8, when the setting key 112IW051 is turned on when the power is turned on (and when the output signal from the door opening sensor 112IW090 is turned on), the clear switch is turned on in the feature section 112IW. If so, the setting change process (steps 120AKSA08 to 120AKSA13, etc.) is executed, and if the clear switch is off, the setting confirmation process (steps 120AKSA08, 120AKSA13, etc.) is executed. If the setting key 112IW051 is off when the power is turned on, the initialization process (step 120AKSA20, etc.) is executed if the clear switch is on, and if the clear switch is off, the recovery process (step 112IWS024). Is executed.

  In the present embodiment, in the game control main process shown in FIGS. 8-5 to 8-7, the process is branched according to the state of the setting key 112IW051 and the clear switch (RAM clear flag) while sharing a part of the process. Thus, the setting change processing, the setting confirmation processing, the initialization processing, or the recovery processing has been executed. However, each may be modularized and executed as individual processing.

  Next, a display mode of the display monitor 112IW029 in the setting change processing will be described. First, as shown in FIGS. 8-9 (A) and 8-9 (B), when the power is turned off (turned off) by the operation of a clerk or the like at a game arcade, the power to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is reduced. When the supply is stopped, the display on the display monitor 112IW029 ends. In addition, when the big win is opened at the timing of turning off the power, such as during a big hit game, the supply of power to the solenoid 82 is stopped to close the big win.

  Next, as shown in FIG. 8C, when a clerk or the like of the game arcade turns on the power while operating the clear switch (Yes in step S3 of the game control main process), the setting key 112IW051 is turned on. The setting change process is executed by the CPU 103 on the condition that the setting is satisfied, and the setting value stored in the backup area of the RAM 102 is displayed on the display monitor 112IW029.

  In a state where the setting value is displayed on the display monitor 112IW029 in this manner, as shown in FIG. 8D, the CPU 103 detects an operation of the setting changeover switch 112IW052 by a store clerk or the like of the game arcade. The numerical values displayed on the display monitor 112IW029 are sequentially updated (for example, each time the setting switch 112IW052 is operated, updated as 1 → 2 → 3 → 1 →...).

Next, as shown in FIG. 8E, the CPU 103 changes the setting value displayed on the display monitor 112IW029 to the RAM 102 based on the fact that the setting key 112IW051 has been turned off by an operation of a game hall clerk or the like. (Update storage) in the backup area. At this time, the CPU 103 causes the display monitor 112IW029 to display the short-term connection ratio, short-term combination ratio, total cumulative connection ratio, total cumulative combination ratio for the set value set at that time, based on the operation of the display changeover switch 112IW030. The base 1 and the base 2 are displayed. Also, RAM
If the reserved storage is stored in the backup area 102, the reserved storage is cleared. Further, if the special winning opening is closed at the timing of FIG. 8A (timing when the power of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is turned off), the RAM clear processing is executed when the setting is changed. Because the memory about the big hit is erased, the big winning opening remains closed. Thereafter, the CPU 103 ends the setting change process, and enters a state in which a game can be played, that is, a state in which a variation display result, a jackpot type, a variation pattern determination lottery, a prize ball payout and the like can be executed.

  Also, as shown in FIG. 8F, the CPU 103 displays “EEEE” on the display monitor 112IW029 based on the occurrence of an error in the RAM 102 in which the setting value is stored. It is possible to do.

  Note that, in the setting change process in the feature unit 112IW, a mode in which the set value stored in the backup area of the RAM 102 is displayed as an initial display displayed on the display monitor 112IW029 is exemplified, but the present invention is not limited to this. However, the initial display to be displayed on the display monitor 112IW029 in the setting change processing is the most unfavorable setting value for the player (“1” in the case of the present feature section 112IW) or the most advantageous setting value for the player. The set value (“3” in the case of the present feature unit 112IW) may be displayed.

(Description about the characteristic part 53AK)
Subsequently, the characteristic portion 53AK will be described. The setting of the pachinko gaming machine 1 of the characteristic portion 53AK is changeable. In the pachinko gaming machine 1 whose setting can be changed, the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be set to any one of a plurality of set values, and can be controlled to an advantageous state (big hit gaming state) at different rates according to the set set values. The feature portion 53AK can execute a notice effect that gives a notice and suggests that the display result is a big hit (that the big hit game state is controlled) during the execution of the variable display.

  At the start of the variable display, in the variable display start setting process of step S171 shown in FIG. 7, whether or not to execute the preview effect is determined depending on whether or not the display result is a big hit. In the pachinko gaming machine 1 whose setting can be changed, the larger the set value, the higher the probability of a big hit. The announcement effect (especially the announcement effect with a high degree of reliability to be a big hit) is easy to be executed when the display result is a big hit, so if the execution existence is determined at an equal ratio regardless of the set value, the set value is set. Is higher, the appearance rate and the reliability of the notice effect are higher. In this embodiment, the term “reliability” refers to a jackpot reliability, which is a ratio of a jackpot when the notice effect is executed.

  Therefore, the appearance rate and the reliability of the notice effect may be different from the intended ones due to the fluctuation due to the set value, or the reliability may change and the player may be confused. In the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the characteristic portion 53AK, by adjusting (changing) the execution ratio of the notice effect in accordance with the set value, at least one of the appearance rate and the reliability of the notice effect is in the same or substantially the same range. Adjusted within. As a result, the appearance rate and reliability of the notice effect can be intended, and it is possible to prevent the player from being puzzled by the notice effect. Further, it is possible to prevent the setting value from being suggested unnecessarily due to the execution frequency of the notice effect.

  When adjusting the appearance rate and the reliability of the notice effect, it may be difficult to completely match the fractions after the decimal point. Therefore, the invention relating to the characteristic portion 53AK includes not only the same appearance rate and the same reliability of the notice effect, but also those adjusted within substantially the same range. Note that the same effects can be obtained as long as they are within the same range. The “substantially the same range” may be within a predetermined range, may be within a predetermined error range (for example, ± 5%, etc.), or the appearance rate and reliability of the notice effect may be felt by the player. May be within substantially the same range so as to be considered the same.

  FIG. 9A is a diagram illustrating an example of the execution ratio, the appearance rate, and the reliability of the notice X as the notice effect of the feature unit 53AK. FIG. 9A illustrates an example in which the appearance rate and the reliability of the notice X have not been adjusted. In this embodiment, three levels “1” to “3” are provided as set values. As shown in FIG. 9A, in this embodiment, the jackpot probability a is “1/300” for the set value “1”, “1/250” for the set value “2”, and the set value In the case of "3", it is "1/200". Then, the execution ratio b of the notice X at the time of the big hit is “50/100” regardless of the set value. Therefore, the ratio of the big hit (the ratio to the total fluctuation) A (= big hit probability a × execution ratio b) when the notice X is executed is “1/600” for the set value “1” and “2” for the set value. Is "1/500", and if the set value is "3", it is "1/400".

  The loss probability c (= 1−big hit probability a) is “299/300” for the set value “1”, “249/250” for the set value “2”, and “199” for the set value “3”. / 200 ". Then, the execution ratio d of the notice X at the time of the loss is “1/100”. Accordingly, the ratio of the loss due to the execution of the notice X (the ratio to the total variation) B (= loss probability c × execution ratio d) is approximately “1/100” regardless of the set value.

  The appearance rate C (= A + B) of the notice X in all fluctuations is “7/600” for the set value “1”, “6/500” for the set value “2”, and “5” for the set value “3”. / 400 ". The reliability D (= A / C) of the notice X is “1/7” (about 14%) when the set value is “1”, and “1/6” (about 17%) when the set value is “2”. ), "1/5" (20%) when the set value is "3".

  As described above, when the execution ratio of the announcement effect (advance notice X) is the same without adjustment regardless of the set value, the higher the set value, the appearance rate of the notice effect and the reliability are higher. In particular, when the reliability is based on the case where the set value is “2”, an error of about ± 3% occurs.

  FIG. 9-1 (B) shows an example in which the appearance rate and the reliability of the notice X are adjusted to be the same. In the example shown in FIG. 9-1 (B), unlike the example shown in FIG. 9-1 (A), the execution ratio b of the notice X at the time of the big hit is “60/100” when the set value is “1”, The set value “2” is “50/100”, and the set value “3” is “40/100”. Further, the execution ratio d of the notice X at the time of the loss is “3/299” for the set value “1”, “2.5 / 249” for the set value “2”, and “2” for the set value “3”. / 199 ".

  By doing so, the appearance rate C of the notice X in all fluctuations is “6/500” regardless of the set value. The reliability D of the notice X is "1/6" regardless of the set value. Thus, it is possible to prevent the appearance rate and reliability of the notice effect from being changed according to the set value, thereby preventing an unintended ratio, and to appropriately execute the notice effect. Further, it is possible to prevent the player from being puzzled by the notice effect.

  In this embodiment, the appearance rate and the reliability of the notice X are adjusted within the same or substantially the same range irrespective of the set value as the notice effect. Such adjustments are made for highly-reliable announcements and special announcements that are the highlight (that is, some announcements), and for other announcements, the execution ratio is adjusted without adjusting the execution ratio. The appearance rate and reliability may be changed. That is, the other announcement effects may be executed at the same execution ratio regardless of the set value. By doing so, the burden of adjusting the appearance rate and reliability is generated compared to the case where the appearance rate and reliability are adjusted for all the announcement effects, and the processing load for determining whether or not to execute the announcement effect Can be prevented from increasing.

  Note that in the example shown in FIG. 9-1 (B), the execution ratio d of the notice X at the time of the loss is different, but even if the notice X is the same as shown in FIG. The ratio B of the loss due to execution is “1/100”, which is substantially the same at any set value, and the appearance rate C of the notice X is also substantially the same (about 1.17% to 1.25%). The execution ratio d of the notice X at the time of the loss may be the same regardless of the set value.

  In this case, by adjusting only the execution ratio b of the notice X at the time of the big hit, the appearance rate C and the reliability D of the notice X can be set to the same or substantially the same range. In this way, by making the execution ratio of the notice effect at the time of the loss that accounts for the most ratio in all the fluctuations common, it is not necessary to determine the set value for each change of the loss and to make the execution ratio different, Can be reduced.

  FIG. 9-1 (C) shows an example in which the appearance rate of the notice X is adjusted to be the same. In the example shown in FIG. 9-1 (C), unlike the example shown in FIG. 9-1 (A), the execution ratio d of the notice X at the time of the loss is “2.5 / 299” when the set value is “1”. , "2/249" for the set value "2", and "1.5 / 199" for the set value "3". The execution ratio b of the announcement X at the time of the big hit remains “50/100” regardless of the set value.

  By doing so, the appearance rate C of the notice X in all fluctuations becomes “1/100” regardless of the set value. By doing so, it is possible to prevent the player from feeling uncomfortable depending on the execution frequency of the notice effect, or from inadvertently suggesting the set value. In addition, the share of the notice X in the case of a big hit can be made common, and a suitable appearance rate at the time of a big hit can be maintained.

  In this case, the appearance rate C of the notice X is common regardless of the set value, but as shown in FIG. 9C, the reliability of the notice X changes according to the set value. Become. By doing so, it is possible to provide gaming properties according to the set value. Further, as the number of appearances of the notice X increases, the reliability can be estimated and the set value can be estimated, so that an improvement in the operation rate of the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be expected. By adjusting the appearance rates, the reliability according to the set value may be changed relatively large (about ± 10%) such as 30% to 50%. This makes it easier to estimate the set value.

  FIG. 9D illustrates an example in which the reliability of the notice X is adjusted to be the same. In the example shown in FIG. 9-1 (D), unlike the example shown in FIG. 9-1 (A), the execution ratio d of the notice X at the time of the loss is “2.5 / 299” when the set value is “1”. , "2.5 / 249" for the set value "2", and "2.5 / 199" for the set value "3". The execution ratio b of the announcement X at the time of the big hit remains “50/100” regardless of the set value.

  By doing so, the reliability D of the notice X becomes “１ ／” regardless of the set value. By doing so, the same reliability can be notified by the notice X irrespective of the set value. In addition, the share of the notice X in the case of a big hit can be made common, and a suitable appearance rate at the time of a big hit can be maintained.

  In this case, the reliability D of the notice X is common regardless of the set value. However, as shown in FIG. 9D, the appearance rate of the notice X changes according to the set value. Become. By doing so, it is possible to provide gaming properties according to the set value. In addition, as the number of appearances of the notice X increases, the set value can be estimated, so that an improvement in the operation rate of the pachinko gaming machine 1 can be expected.

  In FIG. 9-1 (D), the reliability of the notice X is adjusted to be the same irrespective of the set value by making the execution ratio of the notice X at the time of loss different according to the set value. However, by setting the execution ratio of the notice X at the time of the loss to be the same regardless of the set value and making the execution ratio of the notice X at the time of the big hit different according to the set value, the reliability of the notice X is the same regardless of the set value. It may be adjusted so that In this way, by making the execution ratio of the notice effect at the time of the loss that accounts for the most ratio in all the fluctuations common, it is not necessary to determine the set value for each change of the loss and to make the execution ratio different, Can be reduced.

  The adjustment examples of the jackpot probability a and the notice execution ratios b and d shown in FIGS. 9-1 (A) to (D) are examples. In order to make at least one of the appearance rate C and the reliability D the same (substantially the same) regardless of the set value, the appearance rate C and the reliability D are the same (substantially the same) regardless of the set value. It is sufficient that at least one of the execution ratios b and d of the notice is changed according to the set value. That is, when the appearance rates C are the same (substantially the same), the execution ratio of the notice is set so that the appearance rates C = a × b + (1−a) × d are the same (substantially the same) regardless of the set value. It suffices if at least one of b and d is adjusted. When the reliability D of the announcement effect is the same (substantially the same), the reliability of the announcement effect D = (a × b) / (a × b + (1-a) × d) regardless of the set value. May be adjusted so that the execution ratios b and d of the notice are the same (substantially the same).

  In the execution ratio shown in FIG. 9A, the execution ratio according to the jackpot type was not taken into consideration. However, when there were a plurality of jackpot types, the execution ratio of the announcement effect (advance notice X) was changed according to the jackpot type. It may be different. For example, the jackpot probability a is the same as that shown in FIG. 9-1, and there are two types of jackpots: a normal jackpot and a probable variable jackpot. explain.

  In this case, as shown in FIG. 9A, the normal jackpot probability a1 and the probability-variable jackpot probability a2 are each half of the jackpot probability a in FIG. 9-1. Then, in this example, the execution ratio b1 of the notice X at the time of the normal big hit is “60/100” for the set value “1”, “50/100” for the set value “2”, and “3” for the set value “3”. In this case, it is "40/100". Accordingly, the ratio of the normal jackpot (the ratio to the total fluctuation) A1 (= normal jackpot probability a1 × execution ratio b1) when the notice X is executed is “1/1000” regardless of the set value.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 9A, the execution ratio b2 of the notice X at the time of the probability change big hit is 50/100 (not adjusted) regardless of the set value. Therefore, the ratio of the probability X to be executed as a result of the execution of the notice X (proportion of the total variation) A2 (= probable variation big hit probability a2 × execution ratio b2) is “1/1200” when the set value is “1” and the set value “ In the case of “2”, it is “1/1000”, and in the case of the set value “3”, it is “1/800”. Then, the ratio A (= A1 + A2) of the jackpot (the ratio of the total fluctuation) when the notice X is executed is “44/24000” when the set value is “1” and “48/24000” when the set value is “2”. ”And“ 54/24000 ”in the case of the setting value“ 3 ”.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 9B, the execution ratio d of the advance notice X at the time of the loss is “196 / (299 × 80)” when the set value is “1” and “2” when the set value is “2”. 192 / (249 × 96) ”and“ 186 / (199 × 120) ”in the case of the setting value“ 3 ”. Therefore, when the notice X is executed, the loss rate (the ratio to the total fluctuation) is “196/24000” for the set value “1”, “192/24000” for the set value “2”, and the set value “ In the case of "3", it is "186/24000".

  As a result, as shown in FIG. 9B, the appearance rate C (= A + B) of the notice X in all fluctuations is “1/100” regardless of the set value. In this way, when there are a plurality of jackpot types, the appearance ratio of the announcement effect is adjusted to be within the same or substantially the same range regardless of the set value by making the execution ratio of the announcement effect different for each jackpot type. It may be. By doing so, when the notice effect is executed while the notice effect is performed within the same or substantially the same range, the ratio of which jackpot type is different depending on the set value is different. When the notice effect is executed, it is expected that a specific jackpot (for example, a probability variable jackpot) will be achieved.

  In the example illustrated in FIG. 9B, the appearance rate of the notice X is adjusted to be the same (substantially the same) by changing the execution ratio of the notice X during the normal big hit. The appearance ratio C of the notice X may be adjusted to be the same (substantially the same) by changing the execution ratio at the time. That is, at least one of the notice execution rates b1 and b2 may be adjusted so that the appearance rate C of the notice X becomes equal (substantially the same) as C = a1 × b1 + a2 × b2 + c × d.

  The reliability D of the notice X may be the same (substantially the same) by changing the execution ratio of the notice X according to the type of the big hit. In this case, the reliability D of the announcement effect is the same (substantially the same) regardless of the set value, ie, D = (a1 × b1 + a2 × b2) / (a1 × b1 + a2 × b2 + ((1-a1-a2) × d)). In this way, at least one of the execution ratios b1 and b2 and d may be adjusted, so that the announcement effect is executed while the reliability of the announcement effect is within the same or substantially the same range. In this case, since the ratio of which jackpot type is to be changed depending on the set value, it is expected that a specific jackpot (for example, a probable big hit) will be achieved by executing the notice effect with the set value.

  In addition, for some of the preview effects, the execution ratio of the specific jackpot type may be executed at the same execution ratio regardless of the set value. For example, there may be a normal jackpot and a probable change big hit (allocation of the big hit type of 50%) as the big hit types, and a notice Y for informing that a certain change big hit may be executed as a notice effect. In this case, as shown in FIG. 9C, when a normal big hit or a loss occurs, the execution ratio of the notice Y is 0/100 (0%) regardless of the set value. On the other hand, the execution ratio b2 of the notice Y at the time of the probability change big hit is “60/100” for the set value “1”, “50/100” for the set value “2”, and “40/100” for the set value “3”. 100 ". The jackpot probability is the same as in the example shown in FIG. Therefore, the appearance rate of the notice Y of all fluctuations is “1/1000” regardless of the set value. By doing in this way, the notice Y that informs the user of a probability change big hit at the time of the probability change big hit can be executed at the same appearance rate regardless of the set value. In addition, it is possible to foresee that the probability of a big hit is irrespective of the set value. Also, at the time of a normal big hit, the notice Y is not executed regardless of the set value, so that the processing load can be reduced. Although not shown, since the notice Y is executed only at the time of the probability change big hit, the reliability is 100%.

  A notice effect for giving a notice of a probability change big hit may be executed at the time of loss. For example, when the notice Z is executed as a notice effect to notify that a probability change is a big hit, as shown in FIG. 9-4, when a normal big hit occurs, the execution ratio of the notice Z is 0 regardless of the set value. / 100 (0%). On the other hand, the execution rate b2 of the notice Z at the time of the probability change big hit is the same as the execution rate of the notice Y shown in FIG. 9C, and the rate at which the notice Z is executed and the big hit is “1” regardless of the set value. / 1000 ". The execution ratio d of the notice Z at the time of the loss is “3/2990” for the set value “1”, “2.5 / 2490” for the set value “2”, and “2” for the set value “3”. / 1990 ". The ratio B at which the notice Y is executed and the loss occurs is “1/1000” regardless of the set value.

  By doing so, the appearance rate C of the notice Z in all fluctuations is “2/1000” regardless of the set value. The reliability D of the notice Z is "1/2" regardless of the set value. Thus, it is possible to prevent the appearance rate and the reliability of the notice Z from being changed according to the set value, thereby preventing an unintended ratio. Z can be suitably executed. Also, at the time of a normal big hit, the notice Z is not executed regardless of the set value, so that the processing load can be reduced. Note that either the appearance rate or the reliability of the notice Z may be different depending on the set value.

  Next, an example of an effect operation of a notice effect in 53AK will be described. The lower arrow in FIG. 9-5 (A) indicates that the decorative symbols are variably displayed in the “left”, “middle”, and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of the image display device 5. It indicates that When it is determined that the notice X is to be executed as the notice effect, the character image 53AK001 as shown in FIG. 9-5 (B) is displayed in the words "chance" during the execution of the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R. Is issued. Thereby, the player can recognize that there is a high possibility of being controlled to the advantageous state. In particular, when the reliability is adjusted within the same or substantially the same range irrespective of the set value, the player can recognize that the possibility of being controlled to the advantageous state is high without being conscious of the set value. .

  Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 9-5 (C), the decorative symbol indicating the numeral 7 in each decorative symbol display area 5L, 5R is stopped, and reach is established. Then, as shown in FIG. 9D, the character “Super Reach!” Is displayed. For example, as shown in FIG. Be started. During the reach effect of the super reach, for example, as shown in FIG. 9E, the variable display of the decorative symbol is executed in a reduced size at the lower right portion of the image display device 5.

  Then, for example, immediately before the display result of the variable display is derived and displayed, as shown in FIG. 9F, the notice Y or the notice Z in which the character image 53AK002 emits a line saying “Probable change !?” is executed. You. As a result, the player expects to have a probable big hit. In particular, in the case of the notice Y, it is determined that the probability is a big hit, and the interest is improved.

  Note that when both the notice Y and the notice Z are executable, the effect is a notice and suggestion that both will be probable big hits. However, the display color of the words and the words are used so that the player can determine. It is preferable to make some of the effect modes such as contents different.

  Thereafter, if the display result is a big hit, the fact that the ally character has won is displayed as shown in FIG. 9-5 (G), and the big hit combination is displayed as shown in FIG. 9-5 (H). The resulting decorative pattern is derived and displayed. It should be noted that the effect form of the notice effect shown in FIG. 9-5 is an example, and any effect form may be used as long as the effect can indicate / notify whether a big hit or a probable big hit will occur.

(Modification of the characteristic part 53AK)
This feature is not limited to this embodiment, and various modifications and applications are possible, and further features may be added. In addition, all of the configurations described in the above embodiments are not essential components, and some of them may be missing. In addition, this feature and other features may be appropriately combined.

  In the above embodiment, three levels 1 to 3 are provided as set values, but the set values may be two or less levels or four or more levels (for example, six levels). Further, the larger the set value, the larger the probability of a big hit for the player, but the smaller the set value, the larger the probability of the big hit for the player. In addition, the jackpot probability according to the set value shown in FIG. 9-1 and the like is also an example, and a stepwise jackpot probability according to the set value may be used.

  In the above embodiment, the execution ratio of the notice effect is set to the set value such that at least one of the appearance rate and the reliability of the notice effect of all the set values (set values 1 to 3) is within the same or substantially the same range. Although it was changed (adjusted) in accordance with the above, at least one of the appearance rate and the reliability of the notice effect of some of the set values is set to be within the same or substantially the same range. You may. For example, at least one of the appearance rate and the reliability of the notice effect of the first set value (for example, the set value 1) and the second set value (for example, the set value 2) may be the same or substantially the same. Good. Further, when the set values are six levels, at least one of the appearance rate and the reliability of the notice effect of the first set value group (for example, the set values 1 to 3) is set to be within the same or substantially the same range. In addition, at least one of the appearance rate and the reliability of the notice effect of the second set value group (for example, the set values 4 to 6) may be in the same or substantially the same range.

  In the above-described embodiment, as the specific effect, the appearance rate and reliability of at least a part of the notice effect are set to be in the same or substantially the same range regardless of the set value, but the specific effect is controlled to be in an advantageous state. It may be another effect that suggests that. For example, when the type of the reach effect and the number of pseudo-repetitions are determined on the side of the effect control board 12, the determination ratio of the type of the reach effect and the number of pseudo-repetitions is varied according to the set value, so that the set value is different. Instead, the appearance rate and reliability of each reach effect, and the appearance rate and reliability of each pseudo-repeated number may be controlled to be the same or substantially within the same range regardless of the set value.

  In addition, when determining whether or not to perform the notice effect, a table to which a different execution ratio is assigned for each set value may be used to determine whether or not to perform the notice effect, or to determine the notice effect. A table serving as a reference may be provided, and a table corresponding to the set value may be generated by performing an operation using a parameter corresponding to the set value in the table, and whether or not to perform the announcement effect may be determined using the generated table.

  The execution ratio, appearance rate, and reliability of the announcement effect shown in FIGS. 9-1 to 9-4 are examples, and can be appropriately changed without departing from the spirit of the present invention. Further, as the notice effect, a notice effect other than the notice effect described in the above embodiment may be executable. Even in such other noticeable effects, the appearance rate and reliability may be the same or substantially within the same range regardless of the set value, and in some or all of the other noticeable effects, the set value may be changed. Regardless, the appearance rate and the reliability may be changed according to the set value as the same execution rate. For example, among the announcement effects, for the announcement effect with relatively high reliability, the appearance rate and the reliability are set to be the same or substantially within the same range regardless of the set value, so that the reliability is relatively low or the appearance rate is low. Regarding a high announcement effect, the same execution ratio may be used regardless of the set value. By doing so, the control burden for determining whether or not to execute the announcement effect is reduced as compared with the case where the appearance rate and the reliability are set to be the same or substantially within the same range regardless of the set value for all the announcement effects. Can be reduced.

  In addition, for a specific announcement effect among a plurality of types of announcement effects, the process is executed even when some setting values cause a loss, and when the other setting values are lost, the execution is not executed (or executed) when the loss occurs. It may be difficult. For example, a specific announcement effect of high reliability (for example, a big hit probability of 90% or more) is not executed at the time of a loss in the case of a low set value (for example, 1 to 3 in the case of 6 levels), and is not executed at the time of a loss. In the case of 4 to 6) in the case of 6 steps, it may be possible to execute at the time of loss. By doing in this way, it is possible to execute a surprising effect by losing despite the execution of the specific notice effect, and to indicate and notify that the value is a high set value.

  9A and 9B, the execution ratio of the notice X is shown as the notice effect. However, after determining whether or not the notice effect is executed according to the display result, the type of the notice effect (effect pattern) ) May be determined. In this case, when determining the type of the notice effect, the execution ratio of each notice effect is set to the set value so that the appearance rate and reliability of each notice effect are within the same or substantially the same range regardless of the set value. You may make it different according to it.

  In the above embodiment, whether or not to execute the advance notice is determined irrespective of the variation pattern at the time of the loss. However, according to the variation pattern at the time of the loss (the presence or absence of the reach, the presence or absence of the pseudo run, and the number of times), The execution ratio of the notice effect may be different.

  In the above embodiment, the jackpot probability in the probable change state is not taken into account. However, even in the probable change state, the appearance rate and the reliability of the notice effect may be adjusted to the same or substantially the same range regardless of the set value. In addition, the appearance rate and the reliability of the announcement effect may be adjusted within the same or substantially the same range irrespective of the set value according to the game state. For example, in a probable state (high-probability state) in which the probability of a big hit is high and the notice effect is likely to be executed, the appearance rate and reliability of the notice effect are adjusted within the same or substantially the same range regardless of the set value, Such adjustment may not be performed in the normal state (low-probability state). In addition, the appearance rate and reliability of a notice effect (specific notice effect) may be different between different game states, or may be adjusted within the same or substantially the same range. For example, when the background is not distinguished between the high-accuracy high-base state and the low-accuracy high-base state, for example, a notice is produced in the high-accuracy high-base state and the low-accuracy high-base state. ) May be adjusted within the same or substantially the same range. Further, the appearance rate and the reliability of the notice effect (specific notice effect) may be adjusted within the same or substantially the same range regardless of the set value. By doing so, it is possible to prevent the recognition of a game state in which the appearance cannot be distinguished based on the appearance rate and reliability of the notice effect.

  In the above embodiment, when there is a normal jackpot and a probability variable jackpot as the jackpot type, according to the jackpot type, the appearance rate and reliability of the notice effect are adjusted to be within the same or substantially the same range regardless of the set value. Had become. The difference of the jackpot type may be a difference in the number of rounds of the jackpot, or a difference in the time saving state or the probable change state controlled in the jackpot gaming state.

  In the case where a small hit is provided as a display result and the notice effect is executed even when the small hit occurs, as in the above embodiment, the execution ratio of the notice effect at the time of the big hit and the loss is changed according to the set value. In addition, by changing the execution ratio of the notice effect at the time of the small hit according to the set value, the appearance rate and the reliability of the notice effect may be adjusted to the same or substantially the same range regardless of the set value. . For example, in a gaming machine in which a specific area is provided in a winning opening that is opened in the small hitting game state, and a large hitting game state is controlled based on passing through the specific area in the small hitting gaming state, a small hit is notified. It can be said that the announcement effect is a big hit, so the appearance rate and reliability of the announcement effect for giving a small hit may be adjusted within the same or substantially the same range regardless of the set value. In this case, when the small hit probability is changed according to the set value, by changing the execution ratio of the notice effect in consideration of the small hit probability according to the set value, the appearance rate and the reliability of the notice effect are changed. Adjust the degree. Specifically, by considering the big hit probability, the small hit probability, the loss probability according to the set value, at the time of the big hit, the small hit, and the loss time, the execution ratio of the notice effect is changed according to the set value, What is necessary is just to adjust the appearance rate and reliability of the notice effect in the same or substantially the same range regardless of the set value.

  If a preview effect can be executed in each of the multiple runs of the pseudo run, the appearance rate and reliability are adjusted to the same or approximately the same range regardless of the set value only for the preview performance in the final run of the pseudo run. May be. By doing so, it is easier to design a notice effect and reduce the processing load as compared to the case where the appearance rate and reliability are adjusted for all the fluctuations of the pseudo run.

  In the above embodiment, only the big hit probability changes according to the set value. However, the effect control board 12 may change the effect mode and the effect execution ratio according to the set value. For example, even in the case of the same variation pattern, different reach effects or effects during variable display such as pseudo-run may be executed based on the set value. In this way, the effect mode can suggest a set value based on the effect execution ratio.

  A part or all of the configuration of the embodiment and the configuration of the modified example related to the characteristic portion 53AK may be appropriately combined.

(Explanation of the means relating to the characteristic portion 53AK)
(1) The gaming machine according to the characteristic portion 53AK is:
It can be set to any of a plurality of set values (for example, set values 1 to 3 or set values 1 to 6 and the like), and has an advantageous state (for example, big hit) that is advantageous to the player at a different rate according to the set set value A gaming machine (for example, the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the characteristic portion 53AK) that can be controlled to a gaming state.
A specific effect execution means capable of executing a specific effect (for example, notice X, notice Y, notice Z, etc.) indicating that the control is performed in the advantageous state;
The specific effect execution means includes an appearance rate of the specific effect when the set value is a first set value, and an appearance of the specific effect when the set value is a second set value different from the first set value. The specific effect is executed so that the ratio is within the same or substantially the same range (for example, FIGS. 9-1 (B), (C), FIGS. 9-2 to 9-3).
According to such a configuration, the specific effect can be executed at a common appearance rate regardless of the set value, so that the interest of the game is improved.

(2) In the gaming machine according to (1),
The specific effect execution means varies the execution ratio of the specific effect when not controlled to the advantageous state according to a set value (for example, FIGS. 9-1 (B), (C), FIGS. 9-2, 9). -4) You may do it.
According to such a configuration, the appearance rate of the specific effect can be suitably adjusted while maintaining the appearance ratio of the specific effect when controlled to the advantageous state.

(3) In the gaming machine of (1) or (2),
The specific effect execution means changes the execution ratio of the specific effect when controlled to the advantageous state according to a set value (for example, FIG. 9-1 (B), FIGS. 9-2 to 9-4). You may do so.
According to such a configuration, the appearance rate of the specific effect can be suitably adjusted.

(4) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (3),
The ratio (for example, reliability) controlled to the advantageous state when the specific effect is executed is in the same or substantially the same range regardless of the set value (for example, FIG. 9-1 (B), FIG. 9). -3, FIG. 9-4).
According to such a configuration, it is suggested that the specific effect is executed with the same appearance rate and reliability regardless of the set value, and it is suggested that the specific effect is controlled to be in an advantageous state.

(5) In the gaming machine according to any one of the above (1) to (4),
The ratio controlled to the advantageous state when the specific effect is executed may be changed according to a set value (for example, FIGS. 9-1 (C) and 9-2).
According to such a configuration, the appearance rate of the specific effect is adjusted, but the reliability is changed, so that it is possible to provide a game for estimating the reliability, thereby improving the interest.

(6) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (5),
There are a plurality of different advantageous states having different degrees of advantage for the player,
The specific effect execution means may change the execution ratio of the specific effect according to a set value for each type of the advantageous state to be controlled (for example, FIGS. 9-2 to 9-4).
According to such a configuration, by executing the specific effect, a specific advantageous state can be expected according to the set value, and the interest is improved. In addition, it is possible to suggest a set value depending on the type of the specific effect, and the interest is improved.

(7) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (6),
There are a plurality of different advantageous states having different degrees of advantage for the player,
The specific effect execution means may not change the execution ratio of the specific effect when the specific advantageous state is controlled (for example, FIGS. 9-2 to 9-4).
According to such a configuration, by executing the specific effect, a specific advantageous state can be expected regardless of the set value, and the interest is improved.

(Explanation of the means relating to the characteristic portion 54AK)
The characteristic portion 53AK includes the invention relating to the characteristic portion 54AK.
(1) The gaming machine related to the characteristic portion 54AK
It can be set to any one of a plurality of set values (for example, set values 1 to 3 or set values 1 to 6 and the like), and has an advantageous state (for example, big hit) that is advantageous to the player at a different rate according to the set set value. A gaming machine (for example, a pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the characteristic portion 54AK) which can be controlled to a gaming state.
A specific effect execution means capable of executing a specific effect (for example, notice X, notice Y, notice Z, etc.) indicating that the control is performed in the advantageous state;
The specific effect execution unit is configured to control a ratio controlled to the advantageous state when the specific effect is executed when the set value is the first set value, and a second value different from the first set value. The specific effect is executed such that the ratio controlled to the advantageous state when the specific effect is executed when the specific effect is set is within the same or substantially the same range (for example, FIG. B), (D), FIG. 9-4).
According to such a configuration, a specific effect can be executed with a common degree of reliability (a ratio controlled to an advantageous state) irrespective of the set value, so that the interest of the game is improved.

(2) In the gaming machine according to (1),
The specific effect execution means changes the execution ratio of the specific effect when not controlled to the advantageous state according to a set value (for example, FIGS. 9-1 (B), (D), and FIG. 9-4). You may.
According to such a configuration, it is possible to suitably adjust the reliability of the specific effect while maintaining the appearance rate of the specific effect when controlled to the advantageous state.

(3) In the gaming machine of (1) or (2),
The specific effect execution means may vary the execution ratio of the specific effect when controlled to the advantageous state according to a set value (for example, FIG. 9-1 (B), FIG. 9-4). .
According to such a configuration, the reliability of the specific effect can be suitably adjusted.

(4) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (3),
The appearance rate of the specific effect may be in the same or substantially the same range irrespective of the set value (for example, FIGS. 9-1 (B), 9-3, and 9-4).
According to such a configuration, it is suggested that the specific effect is executed with the same appearance rate and reliability regardless of the set value, and it is suggested that the specific effect is controlled to be in an advantageous state.

(5) In the gaming machine according to any one of the above (1) to (4),
The appearance rate of the specific effect may be changed according to a set value (for example, FIG. 9-1 (D)).
According to such a configuration, the reliability of the specific effect is adjusted, but the appearance rate is changed, so that interest is improved.

(6) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (5),
There are a plurality of different advantageous states having different degrees of advantage for the player,
The specific effect execution means may change the execution ratio of the specific effect according to a set value for each type of the advantageous state to be controlled (for example, FIGS. 9-2 to 9-4).
According to such a configuration, by executing the specific effect, a specific advantageous state can be expected according to the set value, and the interest is improved. In addition, it is possible to suggest a set value depending on the type of the specific effect, and the interest is improved.

(7) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (6),
There are a plurality of different advantageous states having different degrees of advantage for the player,
The specific effect execution means may not change the execution ratio of the specific effect when the specific advantageous state is controlled (for example, FIGS. 9-2 to 9-4).
According to such a configuration, by executing the specific effect, a specific advantageous state can be expected regardless of the set value, and the interest is improved.

(Explanation about the characteristic part 57AK)
Subsequently, the feature 57AK will be described. The pachinko gaming machine 1 of the characteristic portion 57AK can display, as the specific display corresponding to the variable display, a hold display corresponding to the held variable display before execution and an active display corresponding to the variable display being executed. In addition, it is possible to execute a look-ahead notice effect (hold change notice) for changing the display mode of the hold display and the active display.

  In addition, it is possible to execute a zone effect of shifting to a zone in the effect, which is an effect state different from a normal (e.g., power-on) effect state, and indicates an advantageous state for the player. During the zone effect, a display or the like is displayed on the image display device 5 to indicate that it is shifting to the zone in the effect. The zone effect can be executed over a plurality of variable displays, and it can be notified that the player is in an advantageous state over a plurality of variable displays. Such a zone effect is also executed as a prefetch notice effect indicating that it is advantageous based on the variable display before execution (high hit reliability, etc.).

  In this embodiment, a display change high probability zone indicating that the display mode of the specific display is easily changed is provided as a zone in the effect. The zone effect of the display change high probability zone is also referred to as a specific effect. In the case of the display change high probability zone (during the execution of the specific effect), the suspension change notice is executed and the display mode of the specific display is more easily changed than in the case of not being the display change high probability zone. Thereby, in the case of the display change high probability zone, the player can expect that the display mode of the specific display changes, that is, a big hit.

  In the characteristic portion 57AK, the display mode is changed in the display change high-probability zone even after the display change high-probability zone (execution of the specific effect) is completed by shifting from the display change high-probability zone to the normal effect state. In the specific display, the hold change notice is executed and the display mode of the specific display is more easily changed than the specific display in which the display mode does not change in the display change high probability zone. Thus, since the display mode of the specific display can be expected to further change even after the display change high probability zone ends, the player's disappointment due to the end of the display change high probability zone can be suppressed, and the player's expectation can be reduced. The feeling can be maintained, and the interest of the game is improved.

  In the characteristic portion 57AK, a chance zone indicating that the probability of a big hit is high is provided in addition to the display change high probability zone as a zone in the effect. Chance zone production is also called special production. Thus, in this embodiment, a plurality of zones are provided, and it is possible to shift to any one of the zones as a zone effect. The details of the chance zone will be described later.

  FIG. 10A is a diagram illustrating an example of a staging operation of the pachinko gaming machine 1 according to the characteristic portion 57AK. FIG. 10A shows that the decorative symbols are variably displayed in the “left,” “middle,” and “right” decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of the image display device 5 with downward arrows. It shows that. The image display device 5 is provided with an active display area 57AK001 for displaying an active display and a hold display area 57AK002 for displaying a hold display. In the hold display area 57AK002, up to four hold displays can be displayed corresponding to the upper limit number of hold, and the right side is old and the left side corresponds to new hold information. When the variable display ends and the next variable display is executed, the active display is erased and all the specific displays (hold display and active display) are shifted to the right.

  In FIG. 10A, two suspension displays are displayed. Here, the active display and the hold display are all displayed in a white circle which is a normal mode. In addition, the zone effect has not been executed, and it is in a normal effect state.

  Here, when a game ball enters the winning ball device 6A, as shown in FIG. 10-1 (B), the number of pending displays is increased by one to a total of three. Also, here, since it is determined that the display change is to be made to the high change probability zone, a zone display 57AK003 indicating that the display change is high probability zone is displayed on the upper part of the image display device 5, and the display change high probability zone is controlled. You.

  Thereafter, for example, as shown in FIG. 10-1 (C), at the timing when the combination of the lost decorative patterns is stopped and the hold display (specific display) shifts, the star image is displayed with respect to the second hold display. An effect (change suggestion effect) in which the 57AK004 moves and acts (collides) is executed. In the display change high probability zone, such a change suggestion effect indicates that the display mode of the hold display (specific display) of the operation target changes (a hold change notice is executed). Then, as shown in FIG. 10-1 (D), the display mode of the hold display targeted for the change suggestion effect changes to, for example, blue.

  Subsequently, as shown in FIG. 10E, at the timing when the combination of the decorative patterns of the losing stops and the hold display (specific display) shifts, a change suggestion effect is produced for the first hold display. Be executed. Then, as shown in FIG. 10-1 (F), the display mode of the hold display that has been the target of the change suggestion effect changes to, for example, green.

  Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-1 (G), the change suggestion effect is performed on the active display at the timing when the combination of the decorative patterns of the loss is stopped and the first hold display shifts to the active display. You. Then, as shown in FIG. 10-1 (H), the display mode of the active display which is the target of the change suggestion effect changes to, for example, purple.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 10-1 (I), a change suggestion effect is executed on the active display at the timing when the reach is established in the variable display corresponding to the active display. Then, as shown in FIG. 10-1 (J), the display mode of the active display that has been the target of the change suggestion effect changes to, for example, red. At this time, the zone display 57AK003 is deleted, and the control for the display change high probability zone ends. As described above, in this embodiment, the display change high probability zone ends in the middle of the variable display of the target (variable display corresponding to the start winning prize that triggered the execution of the zone effect).

  Thereafter, as shown in FIG. 10-1 (K), the display mode of the active display changes to, for example, gold at the timing of developing to the super reach without performing the change suggestion effect.

  As described above, when the display shifts to the display change high probability zone, the display mode of the specific display is easily changed. Therefore, by shifting to the display change high probability zone, the player can expect that the display mode of the specific display changes or a big hit occurs. Further, a change timing of the specific display (FIG. 10-1 (K)) is provided even after the end of the display change high probability zone, and the specific display whose display mode has changed before the end of the display change high probability zone is completed. Is that the display mode is more likely to change even after the display change high probability zone ends than the specific display in which the display mode has not changed. Thereby, since the discourage of the player due to the end of the display change high probability zone is suppressed, the player's expectation can be maintained even after the display change high probability zone ends, so that the interest of the game is improved.

  Even when the display change is not in the display change high probability zone, the hold display notice is executed and the display mode of the specific display may change. However, the specific display in which the display mode has changed in the display change high probability zone is more easily changed in the display mode than the specific display in which the display mode has changed in the non-display change high probability zone. That is, the number of times the specific display changes in the display change high probability zone tends to increase. Thereby, in the display change high probability zone, the user can enjoy a lot of successful experiences such as a change in the display mode of the specific display, so that the interest in the display change high probability zone can be improved. In addition, the specific display in which the display mode has changed when the display change is in the high probability zone is still more than the specific display in which the display mode has changed in the case where the display mode is not in the high display change zone even after the display change high in probability zone ends. The display mode is easily changed. Thereby, since the discourage of the player due to the end of the display change high probability zone is suppressed, the player's expectation can be maintained even after the display change high probability zone ends, so that the interest of the game is improved.

  In this embodiment, the change timing of the display mode of the specific display is a shift of the specific display and a predetermined timing during the active display. Further, in this embodiment, a change suggestion effect indicating that the display mode of the specific display changes is executed. In particular, in the display change high probability zone, it is always executed at all timings when the specific display can change. In FIG. 10A, the display mode of the specific display always changes (the change succeeds) after the change suggestion effect is executed, but there is a case where the change does not change (the change fails). . That is, the change suggestion effect may be a gasp. By doing in this way, the change of the display mode of the specific display into the display change high probability zone can be effectively fueled, and the effect of the effect is improved.

  On the other hand, in this embodiment, if it is not the display change high probability zone, the change suggestion effect is not executed. It should be noted that a change suggestion effect may be executed even when the display change is not in the high probability zone. In this case, the execution ratio of the change suggestion effect in the case of not being the display change high probability zone may be lower than the case of being the display change high probability zone. For example, by making the execution ratio of the change suggestion effect of the gaseous change in the case of not being the display change high probability zone lower than that in the case of the display change high probability zone (for example, not performing the change suggestion effect of the gaseous change), the relative time ratio May be lowered.

  Note that, after the change suggestion effect is executed, the rate at which the display mode of the specific display changes (success rate) may be different depending on whether the display mode is not the display change high probability zone or not. For example, the success rate may be higher or lower in the non-display change probability zone than in the other cases. Further, a plurality of effect modes of the change suggestion effect may be provided so that the success ratio and the ratio of the effect mode (the number of stages) that change thereafter depend on the effect mode of the effect mode of the change suggestion effect. By doing so, the change suggestion effects are diversified, and the change suggestion effects can effectively inspire the player's sense of expectation.

  When the display change is not in the high change probability zone, the execution mode of the change suggestion effect may be different. A change suggestion effect of an effect mode different from that of the display change high probability zone may be executed when the display change high probability zone is not used. By doing in this way, the effect can be diversified, and the effect of the effect can be improved.

  Regardless of which zone it is, the execution ratio of the change suggestion effect and the determination ratio of the effect mode in the case of executing the change suggestion effect may be made different depending on whether the specific display actually changes. By doing in this way, in the display change high probability zone, the execution ratio of the change suggestion effect is increased, and the change suggestion effect of the mode in which the display mode of the specific display is changed is easily executed. Further, the success rate can be varied depending on whether or not there is a change suggestion effect and the effect mode.

  FIG. 10B is a flowchart illustrating the operation of the specific display process for displaying the specific display of the characteristic unit 57AK and executing the suspension change notice. The specific display process is executed by the effect control CPU 120, for example, in the prefetch notice setting process in step S161 of the effect control process process shown in FIG. Note that the position (execution timing) of the corresponding display process is not limited to the pre-reading notice setting process as long as the effect operation according to the present invention can be realized.

  In the specific display processing, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not a start winning has occurred due to a game ball having entered the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening (step 57AKS001). In the process of step 57AKS001, for example, it may be determined whether or not a start winning has occurred by determining whether or not an effect control command for designating occurrence of a starting winning has been received from the main board 11.

  When it is determined that the start winning has occurred (step 57AKS001; Yes), the final display mode of the specific display corresponding to the start winning (final display mode) and the process of changing the display mode of the specific display (preliminary change notice) The display change pattern corresponding to the effect mode is determined (step 57AKS002).

  In the process of step 57AKS002, the display result and the variation category (such as the rough variation pattern classification) are pre-read based on the effect control command for specifying the determination result of the pre-read determination received at the time of the start winning, and the final display mode and the display are performed. A change pattern is determined. In the process of step 57AKS002, the final display mode and the display change pattern are determined to determine whether or not to execute the pending change notice and the effect mode. In this embodiment, a pending change notice in which the display mode changes a plurality of times may be executed between the time when the specific display is displayed and the time when the variable display corresponding to the specific display is completed. Is determined, a display change pattern (change process) corresponding to the final display mode is determined.

  In step 57AKS002, first, the final display mode is determined according to the display result, for example, at the determination ratio shown in FIG. In this embodiment, as a display mode (display color) of the specific display, as shown in FIG. 10C, "white" which is a normal mode before the execution of the change effect, and a notification mode which is changed by the hold change notification, Display modes of “blue”, “green”, “purple”, “red”, “gold”, and “rainbow” are provided. Then, as shown in the determination ratio of FIG. 10C, the display result (variation category) is changed at a different ratio depending on whether the display result is “non-reach”, “normal loss”, “super reach loss”, or “big hit”. The final display mode is determined. In the determination ratio shown in FIG. 10C, the final display mode may be a big hit in the order of (“white” <) “blue” <“green” <“purple” <“red” <“gold” <“rainbow” (Big hit reliability), the possibility of super-reach (super-reach reliability), and the possibility of achieving reach are increasing.

  In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 10C, the display modes of “white”, “blue”, “green”, “purple”, “red”, “gold”, and “rainbow” are respectively “ Also referred to as "a", "b", "c", "d", "e", "f], and" g ". In this embodiment, a plurality of display modes of the specific display are provided depending on the color difference. However, a plurality of display modes of the specific display may be provided depending on the shape, pattern, motif, and character. That is, the difference between “a” to “g” may be a difference in shape, pattern, motif, or character.

  As shown in FIG. 10C, when the display mode of the specific display remains “white” (when the final display mode is “white”), no big hit occurs, and the big hit reliability becomes 0%. ing. When the display mode becomes “blue”, the possibility that the reach is established increases. When the display mode is “green”, at least reach is established. In addition, when the display mode is “purple”, it is determined that the super reach is set. However, when the final display mode is “blue” to “purple”, the jackpot reliability is low.

  When the display mode of the specific display is “red”, the big hit reliability is significantly (12 times or more) higher than when the specific display mode is “purple” or lower. Therefore, the player pays attention to whether the display mode becomes “red” or more. When the display mode is “gold”, the reliability of the big hit is further increased (60%), and when the display mode is “rainbow”, it is determined that the big hit is obtained. Since the display mode of the "rainbow" is determined only at 7% at the time of a big hit (in a normal state, for example, 1/300), the appearance rate is low, and a rare value effect (Premier effect) It has become.

  As described above, in this embodiment, the display mode of the specific display is subdivided, and eight display modes are provided. Therefore, in the case of the display change high probability zone, the display mode can be designed to be easily changed (the number of changes is large), and the number of times that the change can be made can be increased. Further, in this embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 10-4 (A) and (B), seven timings “hold 4” and “hold 3” are used as the change timing (changeable timing) of the display mode of the specific display. , “Store 2”, “Store 1”, “A1”, “A2”, and “A3” are provided. “Protection 4” is when displayed as the fourth hold display. “Protection 3” is when displayed as the third hold display (at the time of winning or shifting). “Hour 2” is displayed as the second hold display (at the time of winning or shifting). “Hold 1” is displayed as the first hold display (at the time of winning or shifting). “A1” is displayed as an active display (at the time of winning or shifting). "A2" is displayed as the active display, and the timing of the first temporary stop of the decorative symbol (variation such as temporary stop of the left and right symbols due to the establishment of the reach, temporary stop of all symbols in the pseudo consecutive time) The timing of the first big hit in the middle). "A3" is displayed as an active display, such as when it develops into a super reach (such as when a super reach reach presentation effect is started).

  As described above, in this embodiment, a plurality of specific display change stages and change timings are provided. As a result, the frequency at which the display mode of the specific display changes can be increased, and the interest of the pending change notice can be improved.

  Also, as shown in FIG. 10-4 (B), the control to the display change high probability zone is executed at any timing of “A4” to “A1”, and ends at the timing of “A2”. I do. Therefore, “A3” is always outside the display change high probability zone. Since "A3" is used when developing into super reach, etc., by ending the display change high probability zone before developing into super reach, it is possible to prevent the production from being complicated, and pay attention to the super reach reach production Can be done. Note that two or more change timings may be provided outside the display change high probability zone.

  After the final display mode is determined in the process of step 57AKS002, a display change pattern is determined according to the determined final display mode. In this embodiment, a plurality of types of display change patterns corresponding to the scenario of the change of the display mode of the specific display at each change timing are provided, and a plurality of display change patterns corresponding to the final change to the final display mode are provided. The selection is determined from the types.

  FIG. 10-5 is a diagram showing a part of the display change pattern of the characteristic portion 57AK. FIG. 10-5 (A) shows a display change pattern when the final display mode is b (blue). As shown in FIG. 10A, in this embodiment, four types of display change patterns pt2-1, pt2-2, pt2-3, and pt2-1 are used as display change patterns when the final display mode is b (blue). pt2-4 are provided. FIG. 10-5 shows a display mode of the specific display at each change timing. For example, the display change pattern pt2-1 is displayed in a (white) from "protection 4" to "a1", and indicates that the display changes from "a" (white) to "b" (blue) in "a2". Further, the display change pattern pt2-4 indicates that the display is performed in b (blue) from “Protect 4” to “A3”.

  When determining the display change pattern, the display change pattern is determined to be one of the display change patterns irrespective of the current number of hold storages (ie, the number of hold display or active display at the time of winning). I have. Therefore, when the display change pattern is determined to be a display change pattern that has passed the change timing at which the display mode changes (when the number of stored memories is smaller than the change timing at which the display mode changes), the specific display is performed in the display mode after the change. Is displayed. FIG. 10-5 also shows the number of changes in the display mode of the specific display, and the number of changes in the case where the final display mode is b (blue) depends on the number of stored memories at the time of winning and the display change pattern. Therefore, it becomes 0 or 1 time. For example, when the number of stored storages is 2 or less and the display change pattern pt2-3 is determined, the display is always b "blue" and the number of changes is 0.

  FIG. 10-5 (B) shows a display change pattern when the final display mode is c (green). As shown in FIG. 10-5 (B), in this embodiment, seven types of display change patterns pt3-1 to pt3-7 are provided as display change patterns when the final display mode is c (green). . As shown in FIG. 10-5 (B), the display mode of the specific display at each change timing is determined for each display change pattern. When the final display mode is c (green), the number of changes is 0 to 2 times depending on the number of stored memories at the time of winning and the display change pattern.

  FIG. 10-5 (C) shows a display change pattern when the final display mode is e (red). As shown in FIG. 10-5 (C), in this embodiment, 13 types of display change patterns pt5-1 to pt5-13 are provided as display change patterns when the final display mode is e (red). . As shown in FIG. 10-5 (C), the display mode of the specific display at each change timing is determined for each display change pattern. When the final display mode is e (red), the number of times of change is 0 to 4 times depending on the number of retained memories at the time of winning and the display change pattern.

  FIG. 10D illustrates the display change pattern when the final display mode is g (rainbow). As shown in FIG. 10D, in this embodiment, ten types of display change patterns pt7-1 to pt7-10 are provided as display change patterns when the final display mode is g (rainbow). . As shown in FIG. 10D, the display mode of the specific display at each change timing is determined for each display change pattern. When the final display mode is g (rainbow), the number of times of change is 1 to 6 times depending on the number of retained memories at the time of winning and the display change pattern.

  FIG. 10-5 shows the display change pattern when the final display mode is b, c, e, and g. However, a plurality of display change patterns when the final display mode is other are also provided. In the process of step 57AKS002, one of the display change patterns as shown in FIG. 10-5 is determined according to the final display mode. The determination ratio of the display change pattern may be arbitrary, may be an equal ratio, or may be determined at a different ratio according to the display result. If the ratio is determined at a different rate according to the display result, the possibility of a big hit depending on the change timing can be suggested in advance.

  The display change pattern shown in FIG. 10-5 is an example, and a display change pattern other than that shown in FIG. 10-5 may be provided, or the display change pattern shown in FIG. The number of types may be small.

  After the final display mode of the specific display and the display change pattern corresponding to the process of changing the display mode of the specific display are determined in the process of step 57AKS002, the presence / absence of execution of the zone effect and the type of zone to be executed are determined. (Step 57AKS003). As described above, in this embodiment, an effect for controlling a display change high probability zone is executed as a zone effect. In addition, an effect of controlling a chance zone that indicates a high possibility of a big hit as a zone different from the display change high probability zone is also executed. In this embodiment, a normal effect state in which the zone effect is not executed, a display change high probability zone, and a chance zone are provided, and the zone effect is controlled to any one of the zones when the zone effect is executed.

  In step 57AKS003, first, it is determined whether or not to shift to the display change high probability zone in accordance with the number of times the display mode of the specific display corresponding to the start winning prize generated this time has changed. FIG. 10-6 (A) shows the determination ratio of whether or not to shift to the display change high probability zone. As shown in FIG. 10-6 (A), when the number of changes is five or six, the display is always shifted to the display change high probability zone, and when the number of changes is zero or one, the display change is performed. It does not shift to the high probability zone. When the number of changes is two to four, the ratio of shifting to the display change high probability zone increases as the number of changes increases. By doing so, the display change high probability zone is controlled, so that the rate of change of the specific display increases, so that the player's sense of expectation can be improved.

  The control to the display change high probability zone is completed during the variable display of the target of the pending change notice (after the change timing “A2”), but the number of changes does not depend on when the display mode changes. The higher the number, the higher the ratio of shifting to the display change high probability zone, so that the specific display that triggered the zone shift during the display change high probability zone is likely to change, and of course, the control to the display change high probability zone Even after the completion of the above, the rate of change of the specific display (active display) that triggered the zone shift becomes high. Therefore, even after the control for the display change high probability zone is completed, the player's expectation can be maintained, and the interest of the game can be prevented from lowering.

  Note that whether or not to shift to the display change high probability zone may be determined according to whether or not the active display changes at the change timing “A3” outside the display change high probability zone. For example, the ratio of shifting to the display change high probability zone is increased as the number of changes increases, and the ratio of shifting to the display change high probability zone is further increased when the active display changes in “A3”. Is also good. In this way, when the display change high-probability zone is controlled, the rate of change after the display change high-probability zone ends is increased. The feeling can be maintained more.

  If it is determined in step 57AKS003 that control is to be made to the display change high probability zone, the process proceeds to step 57AKS004 without determining whether to control to the chance zone. That is, in this embodiment, control to the display change high probability zone is given priority as a zone effect, and it is determined whether or not control is performed for the display change high probability zone. It is not controlled. The priority of the zone effects may be reversed. In other words, after determining whether or not to control the chance zone, if it is determined not to control the chance zone, it may be determined whether or not to control the display change high probability zone.

  If it is determined not to control to the display change high probability zone, it is determined whether to control to the chance zone. In this case, it is determined whether or not to shift to the chance zone according to the final display mode of the specific display corresponding to the start winning that has occurred this time. FIG. 10B illustrates the determination ratio of whether to shift to the chance zone. As shown in FIG. 10-6 (B), when the final display mode is g (rainbow), the display is always shifted to the chance zone, and when the final display mode is f (gold), the probability is high ( 80%), and when the final display mode is other than these, the image is not shifted to the chance zone. By doing so, by controlling to the chance zone, the specific display is likely to change to a mode with high jackpot reliability, so that the player's sense of expectation can be improved.

  Although the display change high probability zone also has a higher jackpot reliability than in the normal effect state, the chance zone has a higher jackpot reliability than the display change high probability zone (eventually, the jackpot reliability). (The display mode changes to a higher display mode). In this way, by providing a plurality of zones, such as a display change high probability zone in which the display mode of the specific display is easy to change and a successful experience is easily enjoyed, and a chance zone with extremely high jackpot reliability, a variety of zone effects are provided. The effect is improved and the interest of the game is improved. In addition, the big hit reliability may be higher in the chance zone than in the normal effect state, but may be lower in the big hit reliability than the display change high probability zone.

  Subsequently, the determination results in step 57AKS002 and step 57AKS003 are stored (step 57AKS004), and control for displaying a specific display in a display mode according to the determination result and control for shifting to a zone corresponding to the determination result are executed ( Step 57AKS005). Here, when the control for shifting to the zone is executed, a value corresponding to a zone flag that can specify the current zone may be set. Further, a control for notifying that the zone has been shifted may be executed by displaying an image corresponding to the zone to be shifted on the image display device 5 or the like.

  When it is determined that the start winning has not occurred (step 57AKS001; No), it is determined whether or not it is the shift timing of the hold display (step 57AKS006). Since the suspended display shifts when a new variable display is started, in step 57AKS006, for example, an effect control command for designating the start of the variable display is received from the main board 11 at the shift timing of the suspended display. It may be determined whether or not there is.

  If it is determined that it is the shift timing of the hold display (step 57AKS006; Yes), the control to delete the hold display of the shift source (step 57AKS007) and the control to display the specific display of the shift destination (hold display or active display) are performed. Execute (step 57AKS008). At this time, for example, in the case of a specific display in which the display mode changes at the shift destination with reference to the display change pattern, control for changing the specific display to the display mode specified by the display change pattern is also executed. . In the case of the display change high probability zone, control for executing the change suggestion effect shown in FIG. 10A is also performed. Thereafter, the specific display process ends.

  After executing the processing of step 57AKS005, or when it is determined that it is not the shift timing of the hold display (step 57AKS006; No), it is determined whether it is the change timing of the active display (step 57AKS009). In step 57AKS009, for example, it is determined whether or not the change timing of “A2” or “A3” has come from the current fluctuation pattern or the value of the timer for measuring the fluctuation time, and the display change pattern is referred to. Then, it may be determined whether the display mode of the active display is changed at the reached change timing.

  If it is determined that it is the change timing of the active display (Step 57AKS009; Yes), control is performed to change the display mode of the active display (Step 57AKS010). In step 57AKS010, control for changing the active display to the display mode specified by the display change pattern is executed with reference to the display change pattern, for example. In the case of the display change high probability zone, control for executing a change suggestion effect is also executed.

  When it is determined that the timing is not the change timing of the active display (Step 57AKS009; No), after executing the processing of Step 57AKS010, it is determined whether it is the end timing of the zone effect (Step 57AKS011). Here, for example, it is determined whether or not a zone effect is being executed from the zone flag, and the end timing of the zone (for example, the display change high probability zone) is determined from the current fluctuation pattern and the timer value for measuring the fluctuation time. If it is a chance zone, it is determined whether or not it is a chance zone (at the end of the change of the target). If it is not the end timing of the zone effect (Step 57AKS011; No), the specific display processing is ended.

  If it is the end time of the zone (step 57AKS011; Yes), control for ending the zone effect is executed (step 57AKS012), and the specific display processing is ended. In step 57AKS012, control may be performed to delete the image corresponding to the zone from the image display device 5.

  By performing the specific display processing as described above by the effect control CPU 120, the effect of the effect of the suspension change notice and the zone effect as shown in FIG. 10A is realized.

(Modification of the characteristic portion 57AK)
This feature is not limited to this embodiment, and various modifications and applications are possible, and further features may be added. In addition, all of the configurations described in the above embodiments are not essential components, and some of them may be missing. In addition, this feature and other features may be appropriately combined.

  In the above-described embodiment, the zone effect is controlled to be one of the display change high probability zone and the chance zone. However, the display effect may be shifted from the display change high probability zone to the chance zone. For example, as shown in FIG. 10-7 (A), when controlled to the display change high probability zone, as shown in FIGS. 10-7 (B) and (C), it is the display change high probability zone. A zone display 57AK005 indicating that the zone is a chance zone may be displayed from the zone display 57AK003 indicating that the zone is a chance zone, and the process may shift to the chance zone. The timing of shifting from the display change high probability zone to the chance zone may be arbitrarily determined. For example, during the variable display (variable display of the hold change notice) corresponding to the start winning that triggered the shift of the display change high probability zone, or It is sufficient if the display mode of the specific display is equal to or higher than a predetermined level (for example, e or higher). By doing so, the display mode of the specific display changes from the display change high probability zone, in which the success mode is easy to change to the chance zone, in which the jackpot reliability is extremely high. improves. In addition, you may make it shift from a chance zone to a display change high probability zone. Further, the zone may be shifted a plurality of times during one zone effect. For example, after shifting to the chance zone, the display may shift to the display change high probability zone at the timing when the display mode of the specific display changes, and may shift to the chance zone again.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 10-7 (B) ′, a zone display 57AK003 indicating that it is a display change high probability zone and a zone display 57AK005 indicating that it is a chance zone are displayed together, and two zones are displayed. The transfer may be made in parallel. By doing so, it is possible to notify that the effect is versatile, that the display mode of the specific display is easy to change, and that the big hit reliability is high.

  In the above embodiment, the change process of the display mode of the specific display (the production mode of the pending change notice) is determined by selecting and determining the display change pattern. However, the determination method is arbitrary. The display mode of the specific display at each change timing may be individually determined each time. Further, in the above embodiment, the shift timing of the hold display is the change timing. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the change timing of the display mode of the hold display may be any timing during the variable display.

  Further, in the above embodiment, when a plurality of specific displays are displayed, it is restricted that when the pending change notice is executed for one specific display, the pending change notice is executed for another specific display. Not. Therefore, after the display mode of one specific display changes, the display mode of another specific display (for example, a specific display corresponding to a newly generated start winning prize) may change. On the other hand, in the case of the display change high probability zone, the execution of the suspension change notice may be restricted for the specific display corresponding to the newly generated start winning. Thereby, it is possible to prevent the specific display and the variable display to be noticed in the display change high probability zone from being difficult to understand. In this case, the display mode does not change for the specific display newly displayed in the display change high probability zone after the end of the display change high probability zone. On the other hand, the specific display in which the display mode has changed during the display change high probability zone (that is, the specific display that triggered the zone shift) may further change in the display mode. Therefore, it can be said that the specific display in which the display mode has changed in the display change high probability zone is more likely to change in display mode than the specific display in which the display mode has not changed in the display change high probability zone.

  Note that even after the display change high-probability zone (specific effect) ends, the specific display in which the display mode has changed in the display change high-probability zone is more specific than the specific display in which the display mode has not changed in the display change high-probability zone. That the display mode is also easily changed means that the specific display whose display mode has changed during the display change high probability zone has a higher frequency of change, and that the display mode does not change during the display change high probability zone. The specific display does not change at all, and the specific display whose display mode has changed during the display change high probability zone may change. In addition, the specific display in which the display mode has changed in the display change high probability zone includes that the number of times the display mode changes more easily than the specific display in which the display mode has not changed in the display change high probability zone.

  The display mode of a plurality of specific displays may be changed in the display change high probability zone. For example, by changing the specific display other than the specific display (specific display of the target) corresponding to the start winning prize that triggered the shift to the display change high probability zone to “blue”, it may be difficult to recognize the target. . At that time, a pending change notice in which a plurality of specific displays simultaneously change, or a change suggestion effect indicating that the plurality of specific displays simultaneously change (for example, an effect in which an effect is applied to the entire hold display area or an image acts). May be executed. In this case, a plurality of specific displays may be changed successfully, or only one may be changed. In addition, the pending change notice in which a plurality of specific displays simultaneously change may be performed only in the display change high probability zone, or may be performed in a normal state where no other zones or zone effects are being performed. Good.

  In the above embodiment, the display change high probability zone is one type, but there may be a plurality of display change high probability zones. For example, a weak display change high probability zone in which the display mode of the specific display is more likely to change than in the normal state, and a strong display change high probability zone in which the display mode of the specific display is more likely to change than the weak display change high probability zone are provided. You may. In this case, the display color of the zone display 57AK003 may be made different to indicate which display change high probability zone it is. For example, the weak display change high probability zone may be displayed as a blue zone display 57AK003, and the strong display change high probability zone may be displayed as a red zone display 57AK003. Then, a transition from the weak display change high probability zone to the strong display change high probability zone may be made. When shifting from the weak display change high probability zone to the strong display change high probability zone, the display color of the zone display 57AK003 may be changed. By doing so, it is easy to see that the zone is a display change high probability zone, and it can be notified that the degree of expectation has changed. Further, as the types of the display change high probability zones, there may be a display change high probability zone in which the specific display changes with a high probability and a display change high probability zone in which the number of times the specific display changes is likely to increase.

  When a plurality of types of display change high probability zones are provided, it may be possible to shift between each display change high probability zone and the chance zone. For example, a transition may be made from the weak display change high probability zone to the strong display change high probability zone, and then to the chance zone. Alternatively, the display may shift from the weak display change high probability zone to the chance zone, and then shift to the strong display change high probability zone. In addition, a zone may be restricted so as not to shift on a specific route, or an effect that branches the route (an effect indicating which zone to shift to) may be executed.

  In the above embodiment, the change suggestion effect is such an effect that the star image 57AK004 acts on the specific display. However, the effect mode of the change suggestion effect is not limited to this, and a predetermined image such as a character image is displayed. It may indicate that the display mode of the specific display changes due to the operation of the sound, the lamp, the operation of the movable body, or the like. Further, the effect mode (effect device) of the change suggestion effect may be changed depending on whether or not a zone effect is being performed and which zone the zone is in.

  In the above embodiment, the zone indications 57AK003 and 57AK005 indicate that the zone effect is being executed and which zone is being controlled. However, the background and sound of the image display device 5, The zone may be notified by operation of a lamp, a movable body, or the like. In addition, the background image may be greatly different depending on the zone, the type of the zone may be displayed in the display area of the specific display (the active display area 57AK001, the reserved display area 57AK002), or the display mode and color of the display area of the specific display. May be made different depending on the zone.

  Further, a sub-display device (sub-liquid crystal) different from the image display device 5 is provided to display the type of zone on the sub-liquid crystal, or to make the sub-liquid crystal movable so as to notify the type of zone by the operation and position of the sub-liquid crystal. May be. The display position, display size, and animation mode (update speed, operation speed, operation direction, and the like) of the specific display may be made different depending on the type of zone. Any of the above zone notification methods may be used alone or in any combination.

  Some or all of the configuration of the embodiment and the configuration of the modified example relating to the characteristic portion 57AK may be appropriately combined. Further, the invention relating to the characteristic portion 57AK and the invention relating to other characteristic portions may be appropriately combined.

  For example, by combining the invention relating to the characteristic portion 57AK with the invention relating to the characteristic portions 53AK and 54AK, the appearance rate and reliability of the prefetch notice effect (hold change notice, zone effect) of the present application are the same or approximately regardless of the set value. The execution ratio of the prefetch notice effect may be adjusted according to the set value so as to be within the same range.

(Explanation of the means relating to the characteristic portion 57AK)
(1) The gaming machine related to the characteristic portion 57AK is:
A gaming machine (for example, pachinko gaming machine 1) capable of displaying a specific display (for example, hold display, active display) corresponding to the variable display,
Change effect execution means for changing the display mode of the specific display (for example, effect control CPU 120 for executing the processing of step 57AKS002, step 57AKS005, step 57AKS008, step 57AKS010);
Specific effect execution means (for example, effect control CPU 120 for executing the processing of step 57AKS003, step 57AKS005, step 57AKS011) capable of executing a specific effect (for example, a zone effect of a display change high probability zone),
When the specific effect is being executed, the display mode of the specific display is easier to change than when the specific effect is not executed,
Even after the end of the specific effect, the specific display in which the display mode has changed when the specific effect has been executed is displayed more than the specific display in which the display mode has not changed when the specific effect has been executed. The mode is likely to change (for example, in the process of step 57AKS003, it is determined whether or not to shift to the display change high probability zone in accordance with the number of changes in the display mode of the specific display).
According to such a configuration, it can be expected that the display mode of the specific display will be further changed, so that the interest of the game is improved.

(2) In the gaming machine according to (1),
A change suggestion effect that suggests that the display mode of the specific display changes between when the specific effect is being executed and when the specific effect is not being executed (for example, a star shown in FIG. 10-1 (C) or the like). May be different (for example, a change suggestion effect is executed only in the display change high probability zone).
According to such a configuration, it can be expected that the display mode of the specific display will be further changed, so that the interest of the game is improved.

(3) In the gaming machine of (1) or (2),
The specific display in which the display mode has changed to the predetermined mode when the specific effect has been executed is more likely to change in display mode than the specific display in which the display mode has changed to the predetermined mode when the specific effect has not been executed ( For example, in the process of step 57AKS003, it may be determined whether or not to shift to the display change high probability zone according to the number of changes in the display mode of the specific display.
According to such a configuration, it can be expected that the display mode of the specific display will be further changed, so that the interest of the game is improved.

(4) In the gaming machine according to any one of (1) to (3),
Special effect execution means (for example, effect control CPU 120 for executing the processing of step 57AKS003, step 57AKS005, step 57AKS011) capable of executing a special effect (for example, a zone effect of a chance zone) different from the specific effect,
The display mode of the specific display may be more easily changed when the specific effect is being executed than when the special effect is being executed.
According to such a configuration, the effects can be varied and interest can be improved.

(5) In the gaming machine according to any one of the above (1) to (4),
Special effect execution means (for example, effect control CPU 120 for executing the processing of step 57AKS003, step 57AKS005, step 57AKS011) capable of executing a special effect (for example, a zone effect of a chance zone) different from the specific effect,
When the special effect is being performed, a higher percentage of the player is controlled to an advantageous state advantageous to the player than when the specific effect is being performed,
It may be possible to shift from the specific effect to the special effect (for example, see FIG. 10-7).
According to such a configuration, the effects can be varied and interest can be improved.

1 Pachinko gaming machine, 2 gaming board, 3 gaming machine frame, 4A, 4B special symbol display device, 5 image display device, 6A winning ball device, 6B variable winning ball device, 7 special variable winning ball device, 8L, 8R speaker , 9 Game effect lamp, 10 General winning opening, 11 Main board, 12
Effect control board, 13 Voice control board, 14 Lamp control board, 15 Relay board, 20 Normal symbol display, 21 Gate switch, 22A, 22B Starting port switch, 23 Count switch, 30 Hitting operation handle, 31A Stick controller, 31B push Button, 32 movable body, 100 game control microcomputer, 101, 121 ROM, 102, 122 RAM, 103 CPU, 104, 124 random number circuit, 105, 125 I / O, 120 effect control CPU, 123 display control unit.

Claims (1)

A gaming machine capable of displaying a specific display corresponding to a variable display,
Change effect execution means for changing the display mode of the specific display;
Specific effect execution means capable of executing a specific effect,
When the specific effect is being executed, the display mode of the specific display is easier to change than when the specific effect is not executed,
The specific display in which the display mode has changed to the predetermined mode when the specific effect has been executed is more likely to change in display mode than the specific display in which the display mode has changed to the predetermined mode when the specific mode has not been executed. A gaming machine characterized by the following.

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