JP2020069191A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a game machine capable of increasing interest of a game.SOLUTION: A Pachinko game machine PY1 includes a game control microcomputer 101, on the basis of ball entry into a first start port 11 or a second start port 12, capable of performing a determination process as to whether or not a big winning is won, variably displaying a special symbol, and executing a special game advantageous to a player when a big winning symbol is stopped and displayed. The game control microcomputer 101 can continue to control a game state to a substantially high probability state until it is determined to be a big winning in the determination process next time. The game control microcomputer 101 determines a losing variation time in the high probability state to be a variation time shorter than any of the losing variation times in a low probability state. A big winning variation time in the high probability state may be determined to be longer than the big winning variation time in the low probability state.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 11

Description

  The present invention relates to a gaming machine represented by a pachinko gaming machine and the like.

  Conventionally, the pachinko game machine executes a determination process of whether or not it is a big hit based on the entry of the game ball into the starting opening (ball entrance), displays the special symbol in a variable display, and the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed. Then, there is one that executes a jackpot game that opens the special winning opening. In the pachinko game machine described above, like the game machine described in Patent Document 1, for example, it is possible to control to a highly accurate state in which the winning probability is increased by the determination process.

  In the gaming machine described above, the lost variation time determined in the high accuracy state can be a short variation time, but the lost variation time determined in the low accuracy state is not a short variation time. Further, the big hit variation time determined in the high accuracy state may be a short variation time, but the big hit variation time determined in the low accuracy state is not a short variation time.

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  However, like a conventional gaming machine, there is a long variation time that is determined when it is determined to be lost by the determination process in the high-accuracy state, and even when it is determined to be a big hit by the determination process in the high-accuracy state. Since the determined variation time may be short, the length of the variation time in the highly accurate state may make the player feel uncomfortable.

  The present invention has been made in view of the above circumstances. That is, the problem is to provide a gaming machine that can enhance the interest of the gaming machine.

The gaming machine of the present invention,
The determination process is performed based on the entrance into the entrance provided in the game area, the special symbol is variably displayed, and when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed, the special game advantageous to the player can be executed. In a gaming machine equipped with game control means,
The game control means,
It is possible to determine the variation time of the special symbol,
It is possible to control to a highly accurate state in which the probability of winning by the determination process is higher than a predetermined inaccurate state.
Until it is determined to be a big hit in the determination process next time after being controlled to the high-precision state, it is possible to substantially continue to control the high-precision state,
The loss variation time determined when the game control means is in the high-accuracy state is shorter than any loss variation time that is determined in the low-accuracy state,
The jackpot variation time determined by the game control means when in the high-accuracy state may be longer than the jackpot variation time determined when in the low-accuracy state. ..

  According to the gaming machine of the present invention, it is possible to enhance the gaming interest of the gaming machine.

It is a front view of the gaming machine according to the embodiment of the present invention. It is a front view of a game board provided in the same gaming machine. (A) is a diagram showing the flow of the game ball when the opening and closing member of the electric Chu is open, (B) is a diagram showing the flow of the game ball when the opening and closing member of the electric Chu is closed. is there. FIG. 3 is an enlarged view of a portion A shown in FIG. 2, and is a view showing display devices provided in the gaming machine. It is a block diagram showing an electric configuration on the game control board side of the gaming machine. It is the block diagram which shows the electric constitution of the production control board side of the same game machine. (A) is a hit type determination table of Toku-zu 1, and (B) is a hit type determination table of Toku-zu 2. It is a table showing the contents of the small hit game. It is a table showing various random numbers acquired by the game control microcomputer. (A) is a big hit determination table, (B) is a reach determination table, (C) is a normal symbol hit determination table, (D) is a normal symbol variation pattern selection table. It is a special figure fluctuation pattern determination table. It is an opening pattern determination table of Den Chu. It is a figure for explaining the flow 1 of a game. (A) is a figure for demonstrating the end timing of the time saving state in a highly precise time saving state, (B) is a figure for demonstrating the end timing of the time saving state in a low probability time saving state. It is a figure showing a background image when various production modes are set up. It is a figure for explaining the flow 2 of a game. It is the figure in order to explain production example 1. It is the figure in order to explain production example 2. It is the figure in order to explain the change timing of production mode. It is the figure in order to explain production example 3. (A) is a diagram for explaining the flow until a big hit symbol is stopped and displayed in a time saving state in a conventional pachinko gaming machine, and (B) is a big hit symbol stopped in a time saving state in the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment. It is a figure for demonstrating the flow until it displays. It is a flow chart of main control main processing. It is a flow chart of main side timer interruption processing. It is a flow chart of the 1st sensor detection processing. It is a flow chart of the 2nd sensor detection processing. It is a flow chart of normal operation processing. It is a flow chart of special operation processing. It is a flowchart of a first special symbol standby process. It is a flowchart of special figure 1 jackpot determination processing. It is a flowchart of special figure 1 fluctuation pattern selection processing. It is a flowchart of special figure 1 fluctuation pattern selection processing. It is a flowchart of the second special symbol standby process. It is a flowchart of special figure 2 jackpot determination processing. It is a flowchart of special figure 2 fluctuation pattern selection processing. It is a flowchart of special figure 2 fluctuation pattern selection processing. It is a flowchart of special figure 2 fluctuation pattern selection processing. It is a flowchart of a game state management process. It is a flowchart of the process during the first special symbol variation. It is a flowchart of the process during the second special symbol variation. It is a flowchart of a first special symbol determination process. It is a flowchart of a special figure 2 forced stop process. It is a flowchart of a game state reset process. It is a flowchart of a second special symbol determination process. It is a flowchart of a special figure 1 forced stop process. It is a flowchart of special electric auditors product processing 1 (big hit game). It is a flowchart of a game state setting process. It is a flowchart of special electric auditors product processing 2 (small hit game). It is a flow chart of sub-control main processing. It is a flowchart of a reception interruption process. It is a flowchart of a 1 ms timer interrupt process. It is a flowchart of a 10 ms timer interrupt process. It is a flow chart of received command analysis processing.

1. Configuration of Gaming Machine A pachinko gaming machine that is an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. In the following description, the left-right direction of each part of a pachinko gaming machine as an example of the gaming machine will be described as being the same as the left-right direction for the player facing the pachinko gaming machine. Further, the front direction of each part of the pachinko gaming machine will be described as a direction toward the player facing the pachinko gaming machine, and the rear direction of each part of the pachinko gaming machine will be described as a direction away from the player facing the pachinko gaming machine.

  As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the embodiment includes a gaming machine frame 2 and a gaming board 1 (see FIG. 2) mounted in the gaming machine frame 2. The gaming machine frame 2 forms an outer shell of the pachinko gaming machine PY1, and has an outer frame 22 arranged outside, an inner frame 21 assembled inside the outer frame 22, an outer frame 22 and an inner frame. The front door 23 (front frame) arranged on the front surface side of 21 is provided. The front door 23 is a vertical rectangular shape that protects the game board 1, and is rotatable with respect to the outer frame 22 and the inner frame 21. A transparent glass plate 23t (window portion) is attached to the center of the front door 23 so that the player can visually recognize a game area 6 described later.

  On the front door 23, a handle 72k (game ball driving means) for firing a game ball with a firing strength according to a rotation angle, a ball hitting tray (upper plate) 34 for storing the game ball, and a ball hitting tray 34. A surplus ball tray (lower plate) 35 for storing game balls that cannot be stored in is provided. Further, the front door 23 is provided with an effect button 40k and a select button 42k which can be operated by the player at the time of effect executed as the game progresses. The select button (cross key) 42k includes an up button, a down button, a left button, and a right button. Further, the front door 23 is provided with a frame lamp 212 for decoration and a speaker (not shown in FIG. 1) for outputting sound.

  As shown in FIG. 2, the game board 1 is formed with a rail member 62 which surrounds a game area 6 into which a game ball shot by operating a handle 72k flows down. The game board 1 is provided with a large number of decorative board lamps 54. The game board 1 has a plate-shaped member arranged on the front side and a back unit (a unit for mounting various control boards, an image display device 50, a harness, etc., which will be described later) arranged on the rear side. It is a thing.

  In the game area 6, a plurality of game nails that guide the game balls are provided in a protruding manner. Further, near the center of the game area 6, an image display device 50 (effect display means) which is a liquid crystal display device is arranged. The image display device may be another image display device such as an organic EL display device. On the display screen 50a (display unit) of the image display device 50, the variable display (variable display) of the effect symbol (decorative symbol) EZ synchronized with the variable display (variable display) of the first special symbol and the second special symbol described later. There is an effect symbol display area for performing. The effect of displaying the effect symbol EZ is referred to as effect symbol variation effect. The effect symbol variation effect may be referred to as "decorative symbol variation effect" or simply "variation effect".

  The effect symbol display area is composed of, for example, three symbol display areas of "left", "middle", and "right". The left effect design EZ1 is displayed in the left symbol display area, the middle effect symbol EZ2 is displayed in the middle symbol display area, and the right effect symbol EZ3 is displayed in the right symbol display area. Each of the effect symbols EZ is composed of a plurality of symbols representing the numbers "1" to "9", for example. The image display device 50 is a first special symbol displayed by a first special symbol display 81a and a second special symbol display 81b, which will be described later, by a combination of the left effect symbol EZ1, the middle effect symbol EZ2, and the right effect symbol EZ3. And the result of the variable display of the second special symbol (that is, the result of the jackpot lottery) is displayed in an easy-to-understand manner.

  For example, when a big hit is won, the effect symbol EZ is stopped and displayed with a doublet such as "777". If it is out of alignment, the effect symbol EZ is stopped and displayed with a variation such as "637". This makes it easy for the player to grasp the progress of the game. That is, the player grasps the result of the jackpot lottery on the image display device 50, not on the first special figure display 81a and the second special figure display 81b. The position of the symbol display area does not have to be fixed. In addition, as a mode of variable display of effect symbols, for example, there is a mode of scrolling vertically.

  The image display device 50 displays a display pattern such as the effect design variation effect using the effect pattern EZ as described above, a big hit effect performed in parallel with the big hit game, a demo effect for waiting for a customer (customer waiting effect), and the like. It is displayed on 50a. In the effect symbol variation effect, in addition to the effect symbol EZ such as numbers, effect images other than the effect symbol EZ such as the background image and the character image are also displayed.

  In addition, the display screen 50a of the image display device 50 has a first hold icon display area for displaying a first hold icon HA (effect hold image) according to the number of memories of a first special figure hold described later. With the display of the first hold icon HA, the player can easily understand the number of stored first special figure reservations displayed by the first special figure reservation indicator 83a (see FIG. 4) described later. Further, there is a second hold icon display area for displaying a second hold icon HB (effect hold image) according to the number of stored second special figure hold described later. By displaying the second holding icon HB, the number of stored second special drawing holdings displayed on the second special drawing holding display 83b (see FIG. 4) described later can be easily shown to the player.

  A center frame 61 (inner wall portion) is arranged near the center of the game area 6 and in front of the image display device 50. At the lower part of the center frame 61, a stage part 61s capable of guiding a game ball rolling on the upper surface to a first starting port 11 described later is formed. Further, on the left side of the center frame 61, there is provided a warp portion 61w which allows a game ball to flow in from an inlet and causes a game ball to flow out from an outlet to the stage 61s. Further, on the upper part of the center frame 61, a board movable body 55k that can move up and down is provided. The movable board 55k is movable from an origin position above the display screen 50a to a production position overlapping the center of the display screen 50a in the front-rear direction.

  Below the image display device 50 in the game area 6, in the center in the left-right direction, a first starting prize device 11D having a first starting port 11 (ball entrance) in which the ease of entering a game ball does not always change. It is provided. The 1st starting opening 11 is also called a 1st entrance, a fixed entrance, a 1st starting winning opening, and a 1st starting area. Further, the first start winning device 11D is also referred to as a first ball winning device, a fixed ball winning device, or a first starting winning device. The winning of the game ball into the first starting opening 11 is an opportunity for the lottery of the first special symbol (the big hit lottery, that is, the determination and the acquisition of the big hit random numbers, etc.).

  Further, on the upper right side of the first starting opening 11 in the game area 6, a second special winning device 15D having a second special winning opening 15 (special winning opening) is provided. The second special winning opening 15 is also called a second special winning opening. The second big winning device 15D is also called a second attacker (AT), a second special winning means, or a second special variable winning device. The second special winning device 15D includes a second AT opening / closing member 15k that is in an open state and a closed state, and opens and closes the second special winning opening 15 by operating the second AT opening / closing member 15k. The second AT opening / closing member 15k is driven by the second special winning opening solenoid 15s (see FIG. 5). The second special winning opening 15 allows the game ball to enter only when the second AT opening / closing member 15k is in the open state. The second big winning opening 15 is opened during the execution of the small hit game described later, and is not opened during the execution of the big hit game. In other words, it is a dedicated attacker in the small hit game.

  Further, in the upper right of the second big winning device 15D in the game area 6, a normal variable winning device (normal electric winning combination) having a second starting opening 12 (ball entering opening) in which the ease of entering a game ball can be changed. A so-called electric chu) 12D is provided. The 2nd starting opening 12 is also called a 2nd entrance, a variable entrance, a 2nd starting winning opening, and a 2nd starting area. Further, the electric chew 12D is also referred to as a second ball entry means, a variable ball entry means, or a second start prize winning device. The winning of the game ball into the second starting opening 12 is an opportunity for the lottery of the second special symbol (the big hit lottery, that is, the acquisition and determination of the big hit random number or the like). The electric chew 12D is provided with an electric chew opening / closing member 12k that is movable (advancing and retracting) in the front-rear direction and is in an open state and a closed state, and opens and closes the second starting port 12 by the operation of the electric chew opening / closing member 12k. is there. The power cable opening / closing member 12k is driven by a power cable solenoid 12s described later.

  The power cable opening / closing member 12k is driven by a power cable solenoid 12s described later. When the electric chew opening / closing member 12k is in the open state, it is retracted to the rear side, and the game ball can enter the second starting opening 12. On the other hand, when the electric-chu opening / closing member 12k is in the closed state, it has advanced to the front side, and it becomes impossible for the game ball to enter the second starting opening 12. In this way, the second starting port 12 is a starting port in which the ease with which a game ball can enter can be changed. In addition, if the electric chew makes it easier to enter the second starting opening when the electric chew opening / closing member is in the open state than when it is in the closed state, 2 It does not have to make it impossible to enter the starting port. In addition, the electric chu is not limited to one having an opening / closing member that can move (advance and retreat) in the front-rear direction, and may have a rotatable opening / closing member or an opening / closing member that can move in the left-right direction.

  Further, a first big winning device 14D having a first big winning opening 14 is provided on the upper left side of the electric Chu 12D in the game area 6. The first big winning opening 14 is also called a first special winning opening. The first big winning device 14D is also called a first attacker (AT), a first special winning means, or a first special variable winning device. The first big winning device 14D includes a first AT opening / closing member 14k that is in an open state and a closed state, and opens and closes the first big winning opening 14 by the operation of the first AT opening / closing member 14k. The first AT opening / closing member 14k is driven by the first special winning opening solenoid 14s (see FIG. 5). The first special winning opening 14 can enter the game ball only when the first AT opening / closing member 14k is in the open state. This first big winning opening 14 is opened during the execution of the big hit game described later, and is not opened during the execution of the small hit game. In other words, it is a dedicated attacker in the jackpot game.

  Further, a gate 13 through which a game ball can pass is provided on the upper right side of the first big winning device 14D in the game area 6. The gate 13 is also called a passage opening or a passage area. The passage of the game ball to the gate 13 is an execution trigger of a normal symbol lottery (that is, acquisition and determination of a normal symbol random number (per random number)) that determines whether or not to open the electric Chu 12D. Further, a plurality of general winning openings 10 are provided below the game area 6. In particular, in this embodiment, the general winning opening 10 is arranged on the lower left side of the first starting opening 11. Further, at the lowermost part of the game area 6, there is provided an outlet 19 for discharging the game balls that have been hit in the game area 6 but have not won any of the winning openings to the outside of the game area 6.

  Further, in the lower left of the electric chew 12D in the game area 6, there is provided an accessory working opening 20 into which a game ball can enter. The entrance of the game ball into the accessory working opening 20 serves as an execution trigger for opening the second special winning opening 15.

  In this way, in the game area 6 in which various winning openings are arranged, the left game area 6L (first game area) on the left side of the center in the left-right direction and the right game area 6R (second game area) on the right side. There is. The batting method of launching the game ball so that the game ball flows down the left game area 6L is referred to as left hitting. On the other hand, the batting method of launching the game ball so that the game ball flows down the right game area 6R is called right hitting. In the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, the flow path through which the game ball flows down when playing by left-handing is called the first flow path R1, and the flow path through which the game ball flows down when playing by right-handing. , Second flow path R2.

  A first starting opening 11, a general winning opening 10, and an outlet 19 are arranged on the first flow path R1. By hitting the game ball so as to flow down the first flow path R1, the player can aim for winning at the first starting opening 11 and the general winning opening 10. The gate 13 is not arranged on the first flow path R1. Therefore, the electric tube 12D is not opened when the player is left-handed.

  On the other hand, on the second flow path R2, the gate 13, the first big winning opening 14 (first big winning device 14D), the second starting opening 12 (electric Chu 12D), the accessory working opening 20, The second big winning opening 15 (the second big winning device 15D) and the out opening 19 are arranged. The player hits the game ball so as to flow down the second flow path R2 to pass through the gate 13, the first big winning opening 14, the second starting opening 12, the accessory working opening 20, the second large. It is possible to aim to enter the winning opening 15. In the present embodiment, the second starting opening 12 (ball entrance), the accessory working hole 20 (specific entrance), and the second big winning opening 15 (special winning opening) are in the same order in the descending path (second flow path R2). (See FIG. 2). Here, "arranged in the same flow-down path" means that, of the left game area 6L or the right game area 6R, for example, a game ball shot toward the right game area 6R reaches the upstream of the second flow path R2. However, the game ball that has flowed down from the upstream side to the downstream side of the second flow path R2 can also enter the ball entrance, the specific ball entrance, the special winning opening, etc. arranged in the second flow path R2. It is arranged as follows. Therefore, for example, a game ball that is hit by a nail or the like that is planted on the game board 1 and flows down to the downstream without entering the ball entrance enters the specific entrance or special prize entrance. Even if they are not arranged, they are included in "arranged in the same flow-down path".

  Here, based on FIG. 3, the flow of the game sphere when the electric chew opening / closing member 12k is in the open state and the flow of the game sphere when the electric chew opening / closing member 12k is in the closed state will be described. In this embodiment, the game ball that is hit by the right hit toward the right game area 6R almost passes through the gate 13 and reaches above the electric chew opening / closing member 12k as shown in FIG. Is becoming

  As shown in FIG. 3 (A), when the electric chew opening / closing member 12k is in the open state, the gaming ball that has reached above the electric chew opening / closing member 12k has the electric chew opening / closing member 12k retracted rearward. The ball enters the second starting opening 12 as it is. That is, there is no possibility of heading for the accessory operating port 20 or the second special winning opening 15 arranged to the left of the electric power tube 12D. Therefore, in the electric support control state (high accuracy time saving state accompanied by the electric support control state) which will be described later, the gaming ball hit to the right almost has the second starting opening because the electric chew opening / closing member 12k is frequently opened. It is rare that the player enters the ball 12 and enters the accessory working port 20. Therefore, the small hitting game described below is rarely executed based on the ball entering the accessory working port 20. As a result, even if the second special winning opening 15 is opened by the execution of the small hitting game, the player rarely enters the second special winning opening 15.

  On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 3 (B), when the electric chew opening / closing member 12k is in the closed state, the game ball that has reached above the electric chew opening / closing member 12k has the electric chew opening / closing member 12k moved forward. Therefore, after coming into contact with the electric tube opening / closing member 12k, it flows down to the left. As a result, the game ball flowing down to the left is directed toward the accessory working port 20 and toward the second special winning opening 15. Therefore, in the non-electric support control state (high-precision non-time saving state not accompanied by the electric support control state) described later, the game ball hit to the right, when the electric chew opening and closing member 12k is closed, the accessory working opening It is possible to enter 20. Therefore, it is possible to execute a small hitting game described later based on the ball entering the accessory working port 20. Thereby, it is possible to enter the opened second big winning opening 15 by executing the small hit game.

  Returning to the explanation of the game board 1 shown in FIG. As shown in FIG. 2, display devices 8 are arranged in the lower right part of the game board 1. In the display devices 8, as shown in FIG. 4, a first special symbol display 81a that variably displays the first special symbol, a second special symbol display 81b that variably displays the second special symbol, and a normal symbol. A universal figure display 82 for variably displaying is included. The first special symbol is also called the first special symbol or special symbol 1, and the second special symbol is also called the second special symbol or special symbol 2. In addition, the ordinary design is also called a general design.

  Further, the display device 8 holds the operation of the first special figure display indicator 83a and the second special figure display 81b, which displays the number of stored operations of the first special figure display 81a (first special figure hold). A second special figure hold indicator 83b for displaying the number of (second special figure hold) and a general figure hold indicator 84 for displaying the number of operation hold (general figure hold) of the general figure indicator 82 are included. Has been.

  The variable display of the first special symbol is triggered by the winning of the game ball into the first starting opening 11. The variable display of the second special symbol is triggered by the winning of the game ball into the second starting opening 12. In the following description, the first special symbol and the second special symbol may be collectively referred to as a special symbol (special symbol). Further, the first special figure display 81a and the second special figure display 81b may be collectively referred to as the special figure display 81. In addition, the first special figure reservation indicator 83a and the second special figure reservation indicator 83b may be collectively referred to as the special figure reservation indicator 83. The first special figure hold and the second special figure hold may be collectively called special figure hold.

  In the special map display device 81, the special symbol is variably displayed (variable display) and then stopped to display a lottery (special symbol lottery, jackpot lottery) based on winning in the first starting opening 11 or the second starting opening 12. Notify the result. The special symbol that is stopped and displayed (stop symbol, a special symbol that is derived and displayed as a display result of variable display) is one special symbol selected from a plurality of types of special symbols by the special symbol lottery. When the stop symbol is a predetermined jackpot symbol (special symbol of a specific stop mode), the first big prize in the open pattern according to the type of jackpot symbol stopped and displayed (that is, the type of jackpot won) A jackpot game (an example of a special game) for opening the mouth 14 is played. The opening pattern of the first special winning opening 14 in the jackpot game will be described later.

  Specifically, the special figure display 81 is composed of, for example, eight LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) arranged side by side, and displays a special symbol according to the result of the big hit lottery by its lighting mode. is there. For example, if you win a jackpot (one of the multiple types of jackpots described below), you will see 1, 2, etc. from the left as follows: "○○ ●● ○○ ●●" (○: lit, ●: unlit). The jackpot pattern in which the fifth and sixth LEDs are lit is displayed. Further, in the case of a loss, a loss pattern in which only the LED on the far right is turned on is displayed, such as "●●●●●●● ○". You may employ | adopt the aspect which turns off all the LEDs as a loss design. The lost design is not a special special design. Further, before the special symbol is stopped and displayed, the variable display of the special symbol is performed for a predetermined variation time, but the mode of the variable display is, for example, that each LED lights so that light repeatedly flows from left to right. That is the mode. It should be noted that the mode of variable display may be any mode in which all the LEDs flash at once unless the LEDs are stopped and displayed (lighting display in a specific mode).

  In this pachinko gaming machine PY1, when there is a winning (ball entry) of a game ball into the first starting opening 11 or the second starting opening 12, various random number values (numerical information (Determination information) is temporarily stored in the special figure reservation storage unit 105 described later. In detail, if the winning in the first starting opening 11 is stored as a first special figure reservation, it is stored in a first special drawing holding storage unit 105a described later, and if the winning in the second starting opening 12 is performed, the second special drawing is held. It is stored in the second special figure reservation storage unit 105b described later as a figure reservation. There is an upper limit to the number of special figure reservations that can be stored in each special figure reservation storage unit 105, and the upper limit value in this embodiment is “4”.

  The special figure reservation stored in the special figure reservation storage unit 105 is exhausted when the variable display of the special symbol based on the special figure reservation becomes possible. The digestion of the special figure hold means that the jackpot random number or the like corresponding to the special figure hold is determined, and the variable display of the special symbol for indicating the determination result is executed. In this pachinko gaming machine PY1, when the variable display of the special symbol based on the winning of the game ball to the first starting opening 11 or the second starting opening 12 cannot be performed immediately after the winning, that is, during the execution of the jackpot game Even if there is, and even if there is a prize during the execution of the small hit game based on the ball entering the accessory working opening 20, the right of the big hit lottery for the prize is reserved with a predetermined number as the upper limit. You can do it. In this embodiment, the variable display of the second special symbol can be executed even during the variable display of the first special symbol, and the variable display of the first special symbol can be performed even during the variable display of the second special symbol. It is an executable pachinko gaming machine PY1 (so-called "simultaneous variable pachinko gaming machine").

  The number of special figure reservations is displayed on the special figure reservation indicator 83. Specifically, each of the special figure reservation indicators 83 is composed of, for example, four LEDs, and the number of special figure reservations is displayed by turning on the LEDs for the number of special figure reservations.

  The variable display of the normal symbol is performed by the passage of the game ball to the gate 13. In the ordinary symbol display device 82, the result of the ordinary symbol lottery based on the passage of the game ball to the gate 13 is notified by displaying the ordinary symbol in a variable display (variable display) and then stopping the display. The normal symbol that is stopped and displayed (ordinary symbol stopped symbol, the ordinary symbol that is derived and displayed as the display result of the variable display) is one ordinary symbol selected from a plurality of ordinary symbols by the ordinary symbol lottery. If the normal symbol that is stopped and displayed is a predetermined specific ordinary symbol (ordinary symbol in a predetermined stopping mode, that is, a normal hit symbol), the second starting opening 12 is opened in an opening pattern according to the current game state. Auxiliary game to be performed is performed. The opening pattern of the second starting port 12 will be described later.

  Specifically, the universal symbol display device 82 is composed of, for example, two LEDs (see FIG. 4), and displays the ordinary symbol corresponding to the result of the ordinary symbol lottery by its lighting mode. For example, when the lottery result is a win, a normal winning symbol in which both LEDs are turned on is displayed such as "○○" (○: lit, ●: unlit). If the lottery result is a loss, a normal loss symbol such as "● ○" in which only the right LED is lit is displayed. A mode in which all the LEDs are turned off may be adopted as the normally lost pattern. Note that the normal lost design is not a specific normal design. Before the normal symbol is stopped and displayed, the variable display of the normal symbol is performed for a predetermined fluctuation time, but the mode of the variable display is, for example, a mode in which both LEDs are alternately turned on. It should be noted that the mode of variable display may be any mode in which all the LEDs flash at once unless the LEDs are stopped and displayed (lighting display in a specific mode).

  In this pachinko gaming machine PY1, when a game ball passes through the gate 13, the value of the normal symbol random number (per random number) acquired for the passage is stored as a universal figure reservation in the universal figure reservation storage unit 106 described later. Once remembered. There is an upper limit to the number of public figure reservations that can be stored in the general figure reservation storage unit 106, and the upper limit value in this embodiment is "4".

  The universal figure hold stored in the universal figure hold storage unit 106 is exhausted when the variable display of the ordinary symbols based on the universal figure hold becomes possible. Digesting the universal figure hold means determining a normal symbol random number (random number per hit) corresponding to the universal figure hold, and executing a variable display of the ordinary symbol to show the determination result. Therefore, in this pachinko gaming machine PY1, when the variable display of the ordinary symbol based on the passage of the game ball to the gate 13 cannot be performed immediately after the passage, that is, during the execution of the variable display of the ordinary symbol or the execution of the auxiliary game, the prize is won. Even if there is, it is possible to reserve the right of the ordinary symbol lottery for the passage with the predetermined number as the upper limit.

  Then, the number of such figure holdings is displayed on the figure holding display 84. Specifically, the universal figure hold indicator 84 is composed of, for example, four LEDs, and displays the number of universal figure reserves by turning on the LEDs for the number of universal figure reserves.

2. Electrical Configuration of Gaming Machine Next, the electrical configuration of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be described with reference to FIGS. As shown in FIG. 5 and FIG. 6, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is a game control board 100 (main control board) that performs control related to game profits such as jackpot lottery and transition of the game state, and effects performed as the game progresses. An effect control board 120 (sub-control board) for controlling, a payout control board 170 for controlling payout of game balls, and the like are provided. The game control board 100 constitutes a main control section, and the effect control board 120 constitutes a sub control section together with an image control board 140, an audio control board 161, and a sub drive board 162, which will be described later.

  The sub-control unit includes at least the effect control board 120, and can control the game effect using the effect means (the image display device 50, the speaker 610, the panel lamp 54, the panel movable body 55k, the frame lamp 212, etc.). Good.

  The pachinko gaming machine PY1 includes a power supply board 190. The power supply board 190 supplies power to the game control board 100, the production control board 120, and the payout control board 170, and also supplies necessary power to other devices via these boards. A backup power supply circuit 192 is provided on the power supply board 190. When power is not supplied to the pachinko gaming machine PY1, the backup power supply circuit 192 is provided to the game RAM (Random Access Memory) 104 of the game control board 100 and the effect RAM 124 of the effect control board 120 described later. Supply power. Therefore, the information stored in the game RAM 104 of the game control board 100 and the effect RAM 124 of the effect control board 120 is retained even when the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is powered off. A power switch 191 is connected to the power board 190. The power switch is turned on / off by an ON / OFF operation of the power switch 191. A backup power supply circuit for the game RAM 104 of the game control board 100 may be provided in the game control board 100, or a backup power supply circuit for the effect RAM 124 of the effect control board 120 may be provided in the effect control board 120.

  As shown in FIG. 5, on the game control board 100, a game control one-chip microcomputer (hereinafter, “game control microcomputer”) 101 for controlling the progress of the game of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 according to a program is mounted. In the game control microcomputer (game control means) 101, a game ROM (Read Only Memory) 103 storing programs for controlling the progress of the game, a game RAM 104 used as a work memory, and a game ROM 103. A game CPU (Central Processing Unit) 102 for executing a stored program and a game I / O (Input / Output) port 118 for inputting / outputting data and signals are included. The game RAM 104 is provided with the special figure reservation storage section 105 (first special figure reservation storage section 105a and second special figure reservation storage section 105b) and the general figure reservation storage section 106 described above. The game ROM 103 may be externally attached.

  Various sensors and solenoids are connected to the game control board 100 via a relay board 110. Therefore, a signal is input from each sensor to the game control board 100, and a signal is output from the game control board 100 to each solenoid. Specifically, as the sensors, the first starting opening sensor 11a, the second starting opening sensor 12a, the accessory working opening sensor 20a, the gate sensor 13a, the first big winning opening sensor 14a, the second big winning opening sensor 15a, And the general winning a prize sensor 10a is connected.

  The first starting opening sensor 11a is provided in the first starting opening 11 and detects a game ball that has won the first starting opening 11. The second starting port sensor 12a is provided in the second starting port 12 and detects a game ball that has won the second starting port 12. The accessory operating port sensor 20a is provided in the accessory operating port 20 and detects a game ball that has entered the accessory operating port 20. The gate sensor 13a is provided in the gate 13 and detects a game ball that has passed through the gate 13. The first special winning opening sensor 14a is provided in the first special winning opening 14 and detects a game ball that has won the first big winning opening 14. The second special winning opening sensor 15a is provided in the second special winning opening 15 and detects a game ball that has won the second special winning opening 15. The general winning opening sensor 10a is provided in each general winning opening 10 and detects a game ball that has won the general winning opening 10.

  Further, as solenoids, an electric power solenoid 12s, a first special winning opening solenoid 14s, and a second special winning opening solenoid 15s are connected. The power cable solenoid 12s drives the power cable opening / closing member 12k of the power cable 12D. The first special winning opening solenoid 14s drives the first AT opening / closing member 14k of the first special winning device 14D. The second special winning opening solenoid 15s drives the second AT opening / closing member 15k of the second special winning device 15D.

  Furthermore, on the game control board 100, a special figure display 81 (first special figure display 81a and second special figure display 81b), a general figure display 82, a special figure reservation display 83 (first special figure reservation display) The device 83a, the second special figure reservation indicator 83b), and the general figure reservation indicator 84 are connected. That is, the display control of these display devices 8 is performed by the game control microcomputer 101.

  In addition, the game control board 100 sends various commands and signals to the payout control board 170, and receives signals from the payout control board 170 for payout monitoring. On the payout control board 170, a card unit CU (which is installed adjacent to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 and enables a ball lending based on information of a prepaid card or the like inserted) and a prize ball payout device 73. In addition to being connected, the launch device 72 is connected via the launch control circuit 175. The launching device 72 includes a handle 72k (see FIG. 1).

  The payout control board 170 drives the prize ball motor 73m of the prize ball payout device 73 based on a signal from the game control microcomputer 101 or a signal from the card unit CU connected to the pachinko gaming machine PY1. Payouts and pay balls. The prize balls to be paid out are detected by the prize ball sensor 73a for counting, and a detection signal from the prize ball sensor 73a is output to the payout control board 170. In this embodiment, three prize balls are paid out by the game balls entering the first starting opening 11. In addition, when a game ball enters the second starting opening 12, one prize ball is paid out. When a game ball enters the accessory working port 20, one prize ball is paid out.

  When the player operates the handle 72k (see FIG. 1) of the launching device 72, the touch switch 72a detects the contact with the handle 72k, and the launching volume 72b detects the rotation amount of the handle 72k. Then, the firing solenoid 72s is driven so that the game ball is fired with the strength corresponding to the magnitude of the detection signal of the firing volume 72b. In this pachinko gaming machine PY1, one game ball is shot in about 0.6 seconds.

  Further, the game control board 100 sends various commands to the effect control board 120. The connection between the game control board 100 and the effect control board 120 is a unidirectional communication connection in which only signals can be transmitted from the game control board 100 to the effect control board 120. That is, between the game control board 100 and the effect control board 120, a unidirectional circuit (for example, a circuit using a diode) (not shown) as a communication direction restricting means is interposed.

  As shown in FIG. 6, on the effect control board 120, a one-chip microcomputer for effect control (hereinafter referred to as “effect control microcomputer”) 121 that controls the effect of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 according to a program is mounted. The effect control microcomputer (effect control means) 121 is stored in the effect ROM 123 that stores a program for controlling the effect as the game progresses, the effect RAM 124 used as a work memory, and the effect ROM 123. The production CPU 122 for executing the program and the production I / O port 138 for inputting / outputting data and signals are included. The effect ROM 123 may be externally attached.

  As shown in FIG. 6, an image control board 140, an audio control board 161 (audio control circuit), and a sub drive board 162 are connected to the effect control board 120. A frame lamp 212, a board lamp 54, and a board movable body 55k are connected to the sub-drive board 162.

  The effect control microcomputer 121 of the effect control board 120 causes the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 to control the image display device 50 based on the command received from the game control board 100. The image control board 140 includes an image ROM 142 that stores a program for controlling image display and the like, an image RAM 143 used as a work memory, and an image CPU 141 that executes the program stored in the image ROM 142. I have it. The image ROM 142 stores still image data and moving image data displayed on the image display device 50, specifically, characters, items, figures, characters, numbers and symbols (including effect patterns), background images, and the like. Stores image data.

  Further, the effect control microcomputer 121 outputs a voice, a song, a sound effect, etc. from the speaker 610 via the voice control board 161 based on the command received from the game control board 100. Sound data such as voice output from the speaker 610 is stored in the effect ROM 123 of the effect control board 120. A CPU may be mounted on the voice control board 161, and in that case, the CPU may be caused to perform voice control. Further, in this case, a ROM may be mounted on the voice control board 161, and the acoustic data may be stored in the ROM. Alternatively, the speaker 610 may be connected to the image control board 140, and the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 may be caused to execute voice control. Further, in this case, the acoustic data may be stored in the image ROM 142 of the image control board 140.

  In addition, the production control microcomputer 121 controls lighting of the lamps such as the frame lamp 212 and the board lamp 54 via the sub drive board 162 based on the command received from the game control board 100. More specifically, the effect control microcomputer 121 creates light emission pattern data (also referred to as data for determining lighting / extinguishment, light emission color, etc., lamp data) that determines the light emission mode of each lamp (LED), and according to the light emission pattern data. Control the light emission of (LED). In addition, the data stored in the effect ROM 123 of the effect control board 120 is used to create the light emission pattern data.

  Further, the effect control microcomputer 121 performs drive control of the movable board 55k via the sub drive board 162 based on the command received from the game control board 100. Specifically, the production control microcomputer 121 creates operation pattern data (also referred to as drive data) that determines the operation mode of the board movable body 55k, and performs drive control of the motor for driving the board movable body 55k according to the operation pattern data. To do. The data stored in the effect ROM 123 of the effect control board 120 is used to create the motion pattern data.

  Further, the effect control board 120 is connected with an effect button detection sensor 40a and a select button detection sensor 42a. The effect button detection sensor 40a detects that the effect button 40k (see FIG. 1) has been pressed. When the production button 40k is pressed, the production button detection sensor 40a outputs a detection signal to the production control board 120. The select button detection sensor 42a detects that the select button 42k (see FIG. 1) has been pressed. When the select button 42k is pressed, the select button detection sensor 42a outputs a detection signal to the effect control board 120.

  5 and 6 are functional block diagrams for explaining the electrical configuration of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 to the last, and not only the boards shown in FIGS. 5 and 6 are provided. Except for the game control board 100, any one of the plurality of boards shown in FIG. 5 or 6 may be configured as one board, or one board shown in FIG. 5 or 6 may be configured as the plurality of boards. good.

3. Description of jackpot, etc. In the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, there is a "jackpot (jackpot winning)" as a result of the jackpot drawing (special symbol drawing). When it is a "big hit", the "big hit symbol" is stopped and displayed on the special figure display 81.

  If you win the big jackpot in the special symbol lottery, the "big jackpot game" is executed to open the first big winning opening 14 in an opening pattern according to the type of the jackpot symbol that is stopped and displayed (type of jackpot). In the present embodiment, the jackpot game is a plurality of round games (a unit opening game), an opening before the first round game is started (also referred to as a jackpot OP), and after the final round game is finished. Ending (also referred to as jackpot ED) is included. Each round game starts by the end of OP or the end of the previous round game, and ends by the start of the next round game or the start of ED. The closing time (interval time) of the special winning opening between round games is included in the opening round game before the closing.

  Further, in the present embodiment, when a game ball enters the accessory working port 20, a small hitting game for opening the second special winning opening 15 in a predetermined opening pattern is executed. The small hit game of this embodiment is a small hit opening game that opens the second big winning opening 15, an opening before the small hit opening game is started (also referred to as a pre-opening interval, a small hit OP), and a small hit The ending after the opening game is completed (interval after closing, also referred to as small hit ED) is included.

  There are a plurality of types of jackpots (jackpot patterns) as shown in FIG. In this embodiment, there are roughly two types. They are "probable variation jackpot" and "normal jackpot". The "probability variation jackpot" is a jackpot that shifts the gaming state after the jackpot game to a high-probability state (high-probability gaming state, high-probability state) described later. The "normal jackpot" is a jackpot for shifting the gaming state after the jackpot game to a normal probability state (a non-high probability state, a low probability state, a low probability game state, a low probability state) described later.

  In the present embodiment, the gaming state after the jackpot game is controlled to a time saving state or a non-time saving state, which will be described later, according to the type of jackpot (big hit symbol). In addition, the gaming state after the jackpot game is controlled to a high-probability gaming state or a low-probability gaming state, which will be described later, according to the type of jackpot (big hit symbol). Therefore, even if the gaming state after the big hit game is controlled to the normal probability state, it may be controlled to the time saving state, and even if it is controlled to the high probability state, it is controlled to the non-time saving state. Sometimes. In addition, when the time saving state is controlled, the number of times saving time may be set to 10,000 times or 100 times. The number of times saved is the maximum number of executions (specified number) of variable display of special symbols in the time saved state.

  Here, the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is roughly divided into four gaming states. Normal probability state and non-time saving state (hereinafter also referred to as "normal game state" or "low probability non-time saving state"), normal probability state and time saving state (hereinafter also referred to as "low probability time saving state"), and high probability state And there is a time saving state (hereinafter also referred to as "high-accuracy time saving state (first game state)") and a high probability state and non-time saving state (hereinafter also referred to as "high accuracy non-time saving state (second game state)"). .. Incidentally, in the initial setting, it is in a normal game state.

  As shown in FIG. 7 (A), there are three types of jackpots (jackets that are stopped and displayed on the first special symbol display 81a) that can be won in the lottery of the first special symbol (special symbol 1). .. Specifically, when the probability variation jackpot 1 is obtained in the lottery of the first special symbol, "special figure 1_probability variation symbol 1" is stopped and displayed as a jackpot symbol. Further, when the probability variation big hit 2 in the lottery of the first special symbol, "special figure 1_probability variation symbol 2" is stopped and displayed as a big hit symbol. On the other hand, when the normal jackpot is 1 in the lottery for the first special symbol, the "special map 1_normal symbol 1" is stopped and displayed as the jackpot symbol.

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 7B, the type of the jackpot (the jackpot symbol stopped and displayed on the second token map display 81b) that can be won in the lottery of the second special symbol (special symbol 2) is 2 There are types. Specifically, when the probability variation jackpot 3 is obtained in the lottery of the second special symbol, "special figure 2_probability variation symbol" is stopped and displayed as the jackpot symbol. On the other hand, in the case of a normal jackpot 2 in the lottery of the second special symbol, "special map 2_normal symbol" is stopped and displayed as a jackpot symbol.

  As shown in FIG. 7 (A), in the lottery of the first special symbol, if you win the probability variation jackpot 1 (when special figure 1_ probability variation symbol 1 (first jackpot winning) is stopped and displayed), after the jackpot game The gaming state of is controlled to a high probability state and a time saving state (high-probability time saving state). In this case, the time saving state is substantially continued until the next big hit (start of the big hit game), and the number of time saving is set to 10,000 times.

  Also, in the lottery of the first special symbol, if you win the probability variation big hit 2 (when special figure 1_ probability variation symbol 2 is stopped display), the gaming state after the big hit game is a high probability state and a time saving state (high accuracy time saving State). In the time saving state in this case, the number of time saving is set to 100 times (specified number of times).

  On the other hand, in the lottery of the first special symbol, when the normal jackpot 1 is won (when the special map 1_normal symbol 1 is stopped and displayed), the gaming state after the jackpot game is a normal probability state and a time saving state. (Low accuracy time saving state). In the time saving state in this case, the number of time saving is set to 100 times. In addition, the distribution ratio for the special figure 1_probability variation pattern 1, the special figure 1_probability variation pattern 2, and the special figure 1_normal pattern 1 is set to 40%: 25%: 35%.

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 7 (B), when the probability variation jackpot 3 is won in the lottery of the second special symbol (when the special figure 2_probability variation symbol (first jackpot winning) is stopped and displayed), after the jackpot game The gaming state is controlled to a high probability state and a non-time saving state (high-probability non-time saving state). In this case, of course, the number of hours saved is not set.

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 7 (B), when the normal jackpot 2 is won in the lottery of the second special symbol (when the special symbol 2_normal symbol is stopped and displayed), the gaming state after the jackpot game has a low probability. State and time saving state (low accuracy time saving state). In the time saving state in this case, the number of time saving is set to 100 times. The distribution ratio between the special figure 2_probability variation symbol and the special figure 2_normal symbol is set to 65%: 35%.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 7A, the probability variation jackpot 1 or the probability variation jackpot 2 which is won in the lottery of the first special symbol is the 8R jackpot. In this 8R jackpot, the first special winning opening 14 from 1R to 8R is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds. Therefore, the actual number of rounds is 8R. The substantial number of rounds is the number of rounds in which game balls can win up to the maximum number of winnings per round (8 in this embodiment). Further, as shown in FIG. 7A, the normal jackpot 1 that is won in the lottery for the first special symbol is a 4R jackpot. In this 4R jackpot, the first special winning opening 14 from 1R to 4R is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds.

  Further, as shown in FIG. 7B, if the jackpot to be won in the lottery for the second special symbol is the probability variation jackpot 3 or the regular jackpot 2, the 10R jackpot is awarded. In this 10R jackpot, the first special winning opening 14 from 1R to 10R is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds. Therefore, the actual number of rounds is 10R. The substantial number of rounds is the number of rounds in which game balls can win up to the maximum number of winnings per round (8 in this embodiment). In addition, you may open the special winning opening a plurality of times during one round of the big hit game.

  Next, the contents of the small hit game will be described with reference to FIG. In the present embodiment, as described above, the small hitting game is executed when the game ball enters the accessory working port 20 arranged in the game area 6, as an opportunity. Here, the opening pattern of the small hit game of the present embodiment is as shown in FIG. When the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is the low-probability non-time saving state, the small hit opening of 600 seconds is first executed based on the entry of the gaming ball into the accessory working port 20. Next, the second special winning opening 15 is opened once for 1.6 seconds. Finally, the small hit ending is executed for 0.3 seconds. Further, whether the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is the low-probability short-time state, the high-probability short-time state, or the high-probability non-time-shortening state, based on the entry of the game ball into the accessory working port 20. First, a small hit opening of 0.004 seconds is executed. Next, the second special winning opening 15 is opened once for 1.6 seconds. Finally, the small hit ending is executed for 0.3 seconds. In addition, you may open the special winning opening a plurality of times during the small hit game.

  Here, in the present pachinko gaming machine PY1, the lottery as to whether or not it is a big hit is performed based on the “big hit random number”, and the lottery for the winning type is performed based on the “hit type random number”. As shown in FIG. 9A, the jackpot random number takes a value in the range of 0 to 65535. As shown in FIG. 9A, the hit type random number takes a value in the range of 0 to 99. In addition to the jackpot random number and the hit type random number, random numbers acquired based on winning in the first starting opening 11 or the second starting opening 12 include "reach random numbers" and "fluctuation pattern random numbers".

  The reach random number is a random number that determines whether or not a reach is generated in the effect design variation effect showing the result when the result of the jackpot determination is out. Reach is a state in which the effect symbol EZ that is variably displayed among the plurality of effect symbols EZ is the remaining one, depending on which symbol the effect symbol EZ that is variably displayed is stopped and displayed. It is a state (for example, a state of “7 ↓ 7”) in which a combination of effect symbols EZ indicating a big hit is obtained. It should be noted that the effect symbol EZ that is stopped and displayed in the reach state may be displayed as slightly shaking in the display screen 50a or may be displayed so as to be repeatedly enlarged and reduced. This reach random number takes a value in the range of 0 to 255.

  The variation pattern random number is a random number for determining a variation pattern including the variation time of the special symbol. The fluctuation pattern random number takes a value in the range of 0 to 99. Further, the random number acquired based on the passage to the gate 13 includes a normal symbol random number (random number per hit) shown in FIG. 9B. The normal symbol random number is a random number for a lottery (normal symbol lottery) as to whether or not to perform an auxiliary game for opening the electric Chu 12D. The normal symbol random number takes a value in the range of 0 to 65535.

4. Description of gaming state Next, a gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment will be described. The special figure display 81 and the general figure display 82 of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 have a probability variation function and a variation time reduction function, respectively. The state in which the probability variation function of the special map display 81 is operating is called "high probability state (high probability game state)", and the state that is not operating is "normal probability state (non-high probability state, low probability state, Low probability game state) ". In the high probability state, the jackpot probability is higher than in the normal probability state. That is, the jackpot determination is performed using a jackpot determination table in which the value of the jackpot random number determined to be a jackpot is larger than the jackpot determination table used in the normal probability state (see FIG. 10A). In other words, when the probability variation function of the special figure display device 81 is activated, the probability that the display result (that is, the stop symbol) of the variable display of the special symbol by the special figure display device 81 is a jackpot symbol compared to when it is not operating. Becomes higher.

  Further, a state in which the fluctuation time reduction function of the special figure display device 81 is operating is called a “time saving state”, and a state in which it is not operating is called a “non-time saving state”. In the time saving state, the variation time of the special symbol (the time from the start of the variation display to the time of deriving and displaying the display result) is shorter than that in the non-time saving state. That is, the fluctuation pattern is determined using the special figure fluctuation pattern table that is determined such that the fluctuation pattern having a short fluctuation time is selected more frequently than the non-time saving state (see FIG. 11). That is, when the variation time reduction function of the special figure display device 81 is activated, a shorter variation time is more likely to be selected as the variation time of the variable display of the special symbol than when it is not activated. As a result, in the time-saving state, the pace of digesting the special figure reservation is increased, and an effective prize (a prize that can be stored as the special figure reservation) to the starting opening is likely to occur. Therefore, it is possible to aim to win the jackpot while the game progresses smoothly.

  The probability variation function and the variation time shortening function of the special figure display 81 may operate simultaneously, or only one of them may operate. The probability variation function and the variation time shortening function of the public figure display device 82 operate in synchronization with the variation time reduction function of the special figure display device 81. That is, the probability variation function and the variation time reduction function of the universal figure display 82 operate in the time saving state and do not operate in the non-time saving state. Therefore, in the time saving state, the winning probability in the normal symbol lottery is higher than in the non-time saving state. In other words, the value of the normal symbol random number (hit random number) that is determined to be a hit is greater than the normal symbol hit determination table that is used in the non-time saving state, and the hit determination (ordinary symbol determination) is performed ( (See FIG. 10C). That is, when the probability variation function of the ordinary symbol display device 82 (hereinafter, also referred to as the ordinary symbol display device 82) is activated, the display result of the variable display of the ordinary symbol by the ordinary symbol display device 82 is compared to when it is not activated. However, the probability of becoming a normal hit pattern increases. In this embodiment, the winning probability in the normal symbol lottery in the non-time saving state is about 1 / 1.1 (see FIG. 10 (C)). On the other hand, the winning probability in the ordinary symbol lottery in the time saving state is about 1/1 (see FIG. 10 (C)).

  In the time saving state, the variation time of the normal symbol is shorter than that in the non-time saving state. In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 10 (D), the variation time of the ordinary symbol is 1.1 seconds in the non-time saving state, regardless of whether the result of the lottery for the ordinary symbol is a hit or a loss. In the time saving state, it is 1.0 second. The stop time of the normal symbol is set to 8 ms when the result of the lottery of the normal symbol is a win, and is set to 500 ms when the result is a loss.

  Further, in the time saving state, the opening time of the electric chew 12D in the auxiliary game is longer than in the non-time saving state. That is, the opening time extension function of the power cable 12D is operating. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 12, in the non-time saving state, the electric power tube 12D opens for 1.0 second, whereas in the time saving state, the electric power tube 12D opens for 3.0 seconds.

  In addition, in the time saving state, the number of times of opening the electric chew 12D in the auxiliary game is larger than in the non-time saving state (see FIG. 12). That is, the function of increasing the number of times of opening of the power cable 12D is operating. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 12, in the non-time saving state, the electric Chu 12D opens only once, whereas in the time saving state, the electric Chu 12D opens three times. In the time saving state, the interval time from the closing of the power tube 12D to the next opening is set to 0.5 seconds.

  In the situation where the probability variation function and the variation time shortening function of the universal figure display 82, and the opening time extension function and the opening number increasing function of the power cable 12D are operating, compared to the case where these functions are not operating. As a result, the electric power tube 12D is frequently opened, and the game ball easily enters the second starting opening 12. Therefore, a state in which these functions are operating is called an "easy entry state", and a state in which these functions are not operating is called a "non-entering easy state". The easy-to-enter state is a state in which so-called electric support control (control for supporting winning in the second starting opening 12 by the electric chew 12D) is being executed. Therefore, the easy-to-enter state is also referred to as an electric support control state or a high base state. On the other hand, the non-ball entry easy state is also referred to as a non-electric power assist control state or a low base state.

  In the easy-to-enter state, all the functions described above may not be activated. That is, one or more of the probability variation function of the universal figure display 82, the variation time shortening function of the universal figure display 82, the open time extension function of the electric Chu 12D, and the number of open times increase function of the electric Chu 12D. It suffices that the operation makes it easier to open the power tube 12D than when the function is not operated. Further, the easy entry state may be independently controlled without being associated with the time saving state.

  By the way, in the present embodiment, the right-handed game ball is set to be able to enter the electric chew 12D to some extent even in the non-ball entering state. That is, as shown in FIG. 10 (C), even in the non-time saving state, the probability that the winning is determined in the lottery for the normal symbol is set to be high. Further, as shown in FIG. 10 (D), the variation time of the normal symbol is set to a relatively short time (1.1 seconds) as in the time saving state. However, compared with the time saving state, in the auxiliary game in the non-time saving state, the opening time of the electric chew 12D is 1 second, and it is opened only once. Thus, even in the non-ball-entering easy state, that is, in the non-time saving state accompanied by the non-ball-entering easy state, the right-handed game ball is set to enter the electric chew 12D to some extent. The reason for this will be described later.

  In the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, when the high-probability state is controlled after the big hit game, the high-probability state is subjected to a variable display of special symbols a predetermined number of times (10,000 times in the present embodiment), or It ends by winning the jackpot and executing the jackpot game. That is, in this embodiment, the high-probability state substantially continues until the next big hit. The end condition of the high-probability state may be only that the jackpot is won and the jackpot game is executed.

  In addition, the big hit game and the small hit game are collectively referred to as "special game", and the state during execution of the special game (big hit game, small hit game) is "special game state (big hit game state, small hit game, small hit game. State) ". Furthermore, the state controlled to at least one of the high probability state and the high base state will be referred to as a “privilege gaming state”.

  In the highly accurate short time state accompanied by the electric support control state, it is advantageous to advance the game by making the game ball enter the right game area 6R (see FIG. 2) by hitting the right side. This is because the electric support 12D is easily opened by the electric support control, and winning the prize in the second starting opening 12 is easier than winning the prize in the first starting opening 11. Therefore, while passing the game ball to the gate 13 which is the trigger of the ordinary symbol lottery, the player hits the right ball to win the game ball to the second starting opening 12. As a result, it is possible to obtain a large number of starting winnings (winnings at the starting opening) rather than hitting left. In the pachinko gaming machine PY1, the right-handed game is played even during the big hit game.

  On the other hand, in the normal game state without the electric support control state, it is advantageous to advance the game by letting the game ball enter the left game area 6L (see FIG. 2) by left-handing. Because even if the game ball wins the second starting port 12, the variation time of the second special symbol in the normal gaming state (“600000 ms (10 minutes)”, see FIG. 11) is set to be extremely long. This is because an inefficient game will be played. Furthermore, even if the player hits right in the normal game state and a game ball enters the accessory operating port 20, an extremely long small hit OP of 600 seconds is executed, and the second big winning opening in the normal game state. This is because it is extremely difficult to insert the game ball into 15. Therefore, a left-hand hit is performed in order to win the game ball to the first starting opening 11. This allows the game to proceed more smoothly than hitting it to the right.

  In the present embodiment, as described above, when the game ball enters the accessory working port 20, the small hit game is set to be executed, so the small hit game is relatively frequently performed in the highly accurate non-time saving state. Can be executed. Therefore, as long as the game ball enters the accessory working opening 20, the small hitting game is executed relatively frequently, and the second big winning opening 15 can be opened relatively frequently.

  Here, in the case of a highly accurate short time state accompanied by an electric support control state, the gaming ball hit to the right is almost the second start because the electric chew opening / closing member 12k is frequently opened as shown in FIG. 3 (A). It rarely enters the mouth 12 and enters the accessory working opening 20 and the second big winning opening 15 opened by the small hitting game. In other words, in the case of a highly accurate short time state, even if the game ball does not enter the accessory working port 20 or if the game ball enters the accessory working port 20 and the small hit game is executed, the second big Almost no prize can be won in the winning hole 15.

  On the other hand, in the case of the highly accurate non-time saving state involving the non-electric power assist control state, the right-handed game ball can enter the electric chew 12D to some extent as described above. In addition, as shown in FIG. 3B, in the highly accurate non-time saving state, the game ball that has reached above the electric chew opening / closing member 12k is, when the electric chew opening / closing member 12k is advanced forward, the electric chew opening / closing member. After contacting the 12k, it is possible to flow down to the left and enter the accessory working port 20. After that, when the flowing down game ball enters the accessory working port 20, the small hit game is executed and the second big winning opening 15 can be opened (see FIG. 3 (B)). Then, the right-handed game ball flows down to the left without entering the electric Chu 12D and the accessory working hole 20, and wins the second big winning hole 15 opened by executing the small hit game. Is possible. In this way, in the highly accurate non-time saving state involving the non-electric power assist control state, not only can the electric chew 12D be allowed to enter a certain degree frequently, but also the accessory working port 20 can be entered to a certain extent, and The two major winning openings 15 can be made to win to some extent.

  Therefore, the highly accurate non-time saving state with the non-electric power assist control state is an advantageous game state in which more prize balls can be acquired than the highly accurate time saving state with the electrical power support control state. That is, the base (ratio of the number of prize balls to the number of fired balls) is set not to exceed "1" in the high-accuracy time saving state, while the base is "1" in the high-accuracy non-time saving state. Is set to exceed. In this way, the highly accurate non-time saving state (special game state) of the present embodiment wins the second big winning opening 15 by opening the second big winning opening 15 based on the entry of the game ball into the accessory working opening 20. Since this is an easy and advantageous game state, it is also referred to as a "small hit rush state" below.

  Here, in the present embodiment, in the highly accurate non-time saving state accompanied by the non-electric support control state, the right-handed game ball is set so as to be able to enter the electric chew 12D to some extent, so the normal game accompanied by the non-electric support control state is set. Even in the state (low-probability non-time saving state), the right-handed game ball can enter the electric chew 12D. Therefore, it is necessary to take measures so as not to hit right in the normal gaming state.

  Therefore, in the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, the first special symbol and the second special symbol can be changed at the same time, and as shown in FIG. 11, the variation time of the second special symbol in the low-probability non-time saving state. , "600000 ms (10 minutes)" is set as an extremely long time. That is, in the low-probability non-time saving state, a special special figure variation pattern table in the low-probability non-time saving state is provided so that the variation time of the second special symbol becomes extremely long. Therefore, when the player makes a right hit in the normal game state with the non-electric support control state (low-probability non-time saving state) and enters the electric chew 12D, even during the variable display of the first special symbol, The second special symbol will continue to be displayed for 10 minutes. Therefore, the player cannot obtain the lottery result of the second special symbol for an extremely long time of 10 minutes. As described above, even if the player makes a right-handed hit in the normal gaming state, right-handed measures are taken so as not to give an unreasonable profit to the player. Other than that, even if the player makes a right hit in the normal game state with a nail or the like arranged in the right game area 6R, it may be given so as not to give an unreasonable profit to the player. However, in that case, even if the game ball enters the right game area 6R (see FIG. 2) in a game state other than the normal game state, the game can be advantageously advanced.

  In addition, in the present embodiment, the game ball is set to be able to enter the accessory working opening 20 and the second special winning opening 15 by performing a right hit in the non-time saving state. Even in the normal game state (low probability non-time saving state) accompanied by, the right-handed game ball can enter the accessory working hole 20 and the second special winning opening 15. Therefore, it is necessary to take measures so as not to hit right in the normal gaming state.

  In the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, as described above, the second starting opening 12, the accessory working opening 20, and the second special winning opening 15 are sequentially arranged in the same second flow path R2. Furthermore, the small hit opening time of the small hit game executed based on the entry of the game ball into the accessory working port 20 in the low probability non-time saving state is set to an extremely long time of "600 seconds" ( (See FIG. 8). Therefore, even if the player hits right in the normal game state with the non-electric support control state (low-probability non-time saving state) and the game ball enters the accessory working port 20, the game is performed in the accessory working port 20. Even if a ball is thrown in, the second special winning opening 15 is not opened until "600 seconds" which is an extremely long time has elapsed. Therefore, even if another game ball flows down upstream of the second flow path R2 from the game ball that has entered the accessory working port 20, the second big prize will be won by the time the second big prize hole 15 is reached. Since the mouth 15 is not opened, the other game balls do not enter the second special winning opening 15. In other words, in the normal game state with the non-electric support control state (low-probability non-time saving state), even if the game ball is inserted into the accessory working opening 20, the game ball is not inserted into the second special winning opening 15. It has become difficult. As described above, even if the player makes a right-handed hit in the normal gaming state, right-handed measures are taken so as not to give an unreasonable profit to the player.

  By the way, in the present embodiment, as the termination condition of the time saving state, the termination condition that the number of executions of the variable display of the special symbol (hereinafter referred to as the “number of variations of the special symbol”) reaches the specified number (10000 times or 100 times) as described above. Is provided. In addition, in the present embodiment, there is also provided an end condition for ending the time saving state with the start of the big hit variation of the special symbol.

  In the present embodiment, as described above, the high-probability non-time saving state (second game state, special game state) is more advantageous to the player than the high-probability time saving state (first game state, specific game state). It is set. The highly accurate non-time saving state is characterized in that it can be shifted from the highly accurate time saving state. That is, in the highly accurate time saving state, when the number of fluctuations of the special figure reaches a prescribed number (time saving number), the time saving state is switched to the non-time saving state, so that the highly accurate non time saving state is obtained. Therefore, from the player's point of view, if all the time saving times are exhausted, an advantageous highly accurate non-time saving state (small hit rush state) can be obtained. In this way, in the highly accurate time saving state, the player is made to actively consume the time saving number, so that the player can expect the variation number of the special figure to reach the specified number like a so-called “ceiling”. Therefore, it is possible to provide a novel entertainingness that has never been seen before.

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 7 (B), when the jackpot is won in the lottery of the second special symbol, the actual number of rounds is 10R, while as shown in FIG. 7 (A), If you win the jackpot in the first special symbol lottery, the actual number of rounds is 4R or 8R. In addition, it is possible to win the jackpot by the lottery of the second special symbol, and to shift to the highly accurate non-time saving state (small hit rush state) with a probability of 65% after the completion of the executed jackpot game (FIG. 7 (B )reference). On the other hand, if you win the jackpot in the lottery of the first special symbol, the number of fluctuations of the special symbol reaches 100 times in the high-precision time-shortened state that has transitioned with a probability of 25%. It becomes possible to make a transition (see FIG. 7A). Therefore, in the present embodiment, since the number of coins in the big hit game and the probability of transition to a more advantageous game state are high, the lottery for the second special symbol is set to be more advantageous than the lottery for the first special symbol.

5. Description of Game Flow 1 Next, one of the game flows of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be described with reference to FIG. As shown in FIG. 13, in the present embodiment, transition between a low-probability non-time saving state (normal game state), a low-probability time saving state, a high-probability time saving state, and a high-probability non-time saving state (small hit rush state) While playing the game. Then, in order of the low-probability non-time saving state ⇒ the low-probability time-saving state ⇒ the high-probability time-saving state ⇒ the high-probability non-time-saving state, it is set so as to be advantageous to the player (a lot of benefits are easily given). In FIG. 13, the case of shifting to the high-accuracy time saving state is shown by a white arrow, the case of shifting to the high accuracy non-time saving state is shown by a shaded arrow, and the case of shifting to the low accuracy time saving state. Is indicated by a dotted arrow, and the case of shifting to the low-probability non-time saving state is indicated by a black arrow.

  In the low-probability non-time saving state, a left-hand hit is performed in order to win a game ball to the first starting opening 11 and the general winning opening 10. And, you will aim for a big hit in the lottery of Toku-zu 1. As shown in FIG. 13, when the jackpot is won in the lottery of Toku-zu 1 in the low-probability non-time saving state, there is a 40% probability of the Toku-zu 1_probability variation pattern 1. In this case, in the highly accurate time saving state after the big hit game, the number of times saving time is set to 10,000 times. Therefore, it is not possible to shift to the highly accurate non-time saving state (small hitting rush state) substantially by digesting the number of times shortened.

  In addition, in the case of winning the jackpot in the lottery of Toku-zu 1 in the low probability non-time saving state, there is a 25% chance of becoming Toku-zu 1_probability variation symbol 2. In this case, in the highly accurate time saving state after the big hit game, the number of time saving is set to 100 times. Therefore, if 100 times, which is the number of time saving, is exhausted before the next big hit is assigned, it is possible to shift to the highly accurate non-time saving state (small hit rush state).

  On the other hand, if you win the jackpot in the lottery of Toku-zu 1 in the low-probability non-time saving state, there is a 35% chance of becoming Toku-zu 1_normal symbol 1. In this case, after the big hit game, it is controlled to a low-probability time saving state again. In this case, in the low-probability time saving state after the big hit game, the number of times saving time is set to 100 times. Therefore, the player will hit the right and aim for the jackpot in the lottery of special map 2.

  Here, in the low-probability short-time state, the player will aim to enter the electric chew 12D by hitting the right. This is because the power tube 12D is frequently opened depending on the power support control state. However, as shown in FIG. 3 (A), the game ball hit to the right almost enters the electric ball 12D, so that it hardly wins the accessory working hole 20 or the second special winning opening 15. Therefore, although the number of balls held does not decrease significantly, it is impossible to increase the number of balls held (base exceeds 1).

  Further, in the highly accurate time saving state, the player will aim at the ball entering the electric chew 12D by hitting it to the right. This is because the power tube 12D is frequently opened depending on the power support control state. However, as shown in FIG. 3 (A), the game ball hit to the right almost enters the electric ball 12D, so that it hardly wins the accessory working hole 20 or the second special winning opening 15. Therefore, although the number of balls held does not decrease significantly, it is impossible to increase the number of balls held (base exceeds 1).

  On the other hand, even in the highly accurate non-time saving state, the player will aim at the ball entering the electric chew 12D by hitting the right side. However, in the present embodiment, even in the non-electric power assist control state, although it enters the electric chew 12D to some extent, the game ball that has not entered the electric chew 12D is, as shown in FIG. It is possible to win the second big winning opening 15. Therefore, as long as the high-precision non-time saving state continues (unless the next big hit is attracted), the player gradually increases the number of balls he holds by winning a prize in the accessory working opening 20 or the second big winning opening 15 (base is (More than 1) is possible.

  As shown in FIG. 13, if the jackpot is won in the lottery of Toku-zu 2 in the low-probability time-shortening state or the high-probability time-shortening state, the probability of the special drawing 2_probability variation pattern is 65%. In this case, after the big hit game, it is possible to shift to the highly accurate non-time saving state (small hit rush state). In addition, in the low-probability time saving state or the high-probability time saving state, if the jackpot is won by the lottery in the special figure 2, the special figure 2_normal symbol has a probability of 35%. In this case, except that the number of rounds in the jackpot game is different, it is similar to the case where the special figure 1_normal symbol 1 is won.

  As shown in FIG. 13, when the jackpot is won in the lottery of the special figure 2 in the high-probability non-time saving state, the special figure 2_probability variation pattern is generated with a probability of 65%. In this case, after the big hit game, it is possible to shift to the highly accurate non-time saving state (small hit rush state). Also, in the high-probability non-time saving state, if you win the jackpot in the lottery of Toku-zu 2, the probability of Toku-zu 2_normal is 35%. In this case, except that the number of rounds in the jackpot game is different, it is similar to the case where the special figure 1_normal symbol 1 is won.

6. Switching from a time saving state to a non-time saving state In a conventional general pachinko gaming machine, when the gaming state is a highly accurate time saving state, if you win the jackpot in the special drawing lottery and the stop display of the special symbol ends, The high-probability game state ends and the low-probability game state is switched to, and the time saving state ends and the state is switched to the non-time saving state. In addition, when the gaming state is a low-probability time-saving state, the jackpot is won in the special symbol lottery, and when the stop display of the special symbol ends, the time-saving state ends and the state is switched to the non-time-saving state.

  However, when the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment is a highly accurate time saving state, as shown in FIG. 14 (A), if the jackpot is won in the lottery of the special symbol, the variation time of the special symbol is started. , The time saving state has ended and the state has switched to the non-time saving state. On the other hand, as shown in FIG. 14 (A), the jackpot is won in the lottery of the special symbol, and even if the jackpot variation of the special symbol is started, the high-probability game state remains, but the special symbol is stopped. When displayed, the high-probability game state has ended and the low-probability game state has been switched to. In addition, the jackpot variation is a variable display of a special symbol indicating the jackpot.

  On the other hand, if the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment is a low-probability time saving state, as shown in FIG. With the start, the time saving state ends and the state is switched to the non-time saving state.

  In addition, the opportunity to enter the conventional small hit rush state of a pachinko gaming machine that can shift to the small hit rush state was after the end of the big hit game. However, in the present embodiment, when the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is a time-saving state, if the jackpot is won in the special drawing lottery, the time-saving state is changed to the non-time-saving state with the start of the variation time of the special symbol indicating the jackpot. The feature of switching is used. As a result, it is possible to enter a small hit rush state from a game situation different from the past.

  Specifically, in the high-accuracy time-saving state, the jackpot is won in the lottery of the special map 2, and with the start of the jackpot fluctuation of the second special symbol, the high-precision non-time-saving is switched from the time-saving state to the non-time-saving state. A transition is made to the state (see FIG. 14 (A)). Then, as shown in FIG. 11, the variation time of the second special symbol showing the big hit in the highly accurate non-time saving state is “120,000 ms” (2 minutes), which is the second special in the low accuracy time saving state and the high accuracy time saving state. A variation time longer than the variation time of the symbol is selected. Therefore, in the present embodiment, in the high-accuracy time-saving state, the jackpot is won in the lottery of the special map 2, and with the start of the jackpot fluctuation of the second special symbol, during the jackpot fluctuation in the high-accuracy non-time-saving state (2 minutes), it is small. A game ball can be won in the second big winning opening 15 in a winning game. As a result, it becomes possible to shift to the small hitting rush state in which the number of balls to be held can be gradually increased. As a result, the player can get the prize ball during the big hit change before the big hit game is started.

7. About the effect mode In the present embodiment, the effect mode is set corresponding to each game state. The effect mode is a mode of effect in the image display device 50. When the effect modes are different, the images displayed on the display screen 50a of the image display device 50 are different, such as the appearing characters, items, and background images, and the variation effect is also executed in a mode according to the effect mode. In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 15, a day mode corresponding to the low-probability non-time saving state, a forest mode corresponding to the low-probability time saving state, a night mode corresponding to the high-probability time saving state, and a high precision non-time saving state. There is a corresponding space mode and a sky mode (indication production) that corresponds to the jackpot fluctuation of the second special symbol in the highly accurate non-time saving state.

  When the daytime mode is set, a daytime background image H1 indicating daytime is displayed on the display screen 50a as shown in FIG. Therefore, it is possible to make the player who sees the daytime background image H1 recognize that the player is controlled to the low probability non-time saving state (normal game state).

  When the forest mode is set, a forest background image H2 showing a forest is displayed on the display screen 50a as shown in FIG. 15 (B). Therefore, it is possible to make the player who sees the forest background image H2 recognize that the player is controlled to the low accurate time saving state. Further, during the setting of the forest mode, as shown in FIG. 15B, a right-handed image Ra for urging a right-handed stroke is displayed in the upper right portion of the display screen 50a. By the display of the right-handed image Ra, the player can grasp the situation of right-handedness and aim at winning the prize for the electric ball 12D.

  When the night mode is set, as shown in FIG. 15C, a night background image H3 showing night is displayed on the display screen 50a. Therefore, it is possible to let the player who sees the night background image H3 recognize that the player is controlled to a relatively advantageous game state (high-accuracy time / short state). Further, during the setting of the night mode, as shown in FIG. 15C, a right-handed image Ra for urging a right-handed stroke is displayed in the upper right portion of the display screen 50a. By the display of the right-handed image Ra, the player can grasp the situation of right-handedness and aim at winning the prize for the electric ball 12D.

  The space mode is a production mode that suggests to the player that the player is in a highly accurate non-time saving state. When the space mode is set, a space background image H4 showing the universe is displayed on the display screen 50a as shown in FIG. 15 (D). Therefore, it is possible to let the player who sees the space background image H4 know that the player is controlled to the most advantageous game state (high-probability non-time saving state, small hit rush state). Further, while the space mode is being set, as shown in FIG. 15 (D), the right-handed image Ra is displayed in the upper right portion of the display screen 50a. By the display of the right-handed image Ra, the player can grasp the situation to be right-handed and aim for winning in the electric chew 12D, the accessory working opening 20, and the second special winning opening 15. In addition, the effect for promoting winning of the prize to the accessory working opening 20 or the second special winning opening 15 is not limited to the display of the right-handed image Ra, but the display of other images, the emission of a specific lamp, the output of a specific sound, or the like. May be

  The sky mode is a production mode that suggests to the player that the player is in a highly accurate non-time saving state while the jackpot is changing. When the sky mode is set, a sky background image H5 indicating the sky is displayed on the display screen 50a as shown in FIG. 15 (E). Therefore, it is possible to let the player who sees the sky background image H5 know that the player is controlled to the most advantageous game state (high-probability non-time saving state, small hit rush state) during the big hit change. . Further, while the empty mode is being set, as shown in FIG. 15 (E), the right-handed image Ra is displayed in the upper right portion of the display screen 50a. By the display of the right-handed image Ra, the player can grasp the situation to be right-handed and aim for winning in the electric chew 12D, the accessory working opening 20, and the second special winning opening 15. Further, as shown in FIG. 15 (E), the display screen 50a displays a period suggestion image OT that suggests the variation time included in the special figure variation pattern associated with the jackpot. As shown in FIG. 15 (E), "01:20" is displayed in the period suggestion image OT displayed on the display screen 50a. The period suggesting image OT of this embodiment is a countdown timer. Therefore, by displaying the period suggesting image OT as "00:00", it is possible to let the player know that the highly accurate non-time saving state in which the jackpot is changing can be ended. Further, as shown in FIG. 15E, the first character image NGA of “acquisition opportunity” is displayed as the acquisition opportunity effect. By this acquisition chance production, it is possible to let the player know that there is an opportunity to increase the number of balls when the small hit game is executed during the big hit fluctuation of the second special symbol in the highly accurate non-time saving state. is there. In addition, the effect for promoting winning of the prize to the accessory working opening 20 or the second special winning opening 15 is not limited to the display of the right-handed image Ra, but the display of other images, the emission of a specific lamp, the output of a specific sound, or the like. May be

8. Description of Game Flow 2 Next, one of the game flows in the case where the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is a highly accurate time saving state and the jackpot is won in the lottery of Toku-zu 2 will be described with reference to FIG. .. As shown in FIG. 16, in the present embodiment, the transition from the high-accuracy time saving state to the high-accuracy non-time saving state (small hit rush state) and the transition from the high accuracy non-time saving state to the jackpot gaming state (low accuracy non-time saving state) And, it is possible to transition from the jackpot gaming state (low-probability non-time saving state) to the high-probability non-time saving state or the low probability non-time saving state. In addition, in FIG. 16, the case of shifting to the high-probability non-time saving state is shown by a hatched arrow, and the case of transitioning to the low-probability time saving state is shown by a dotted arrow, and the jackpot gaming state (low probability non-time saving state The case of shifting to (state) is indicated by a black arrow.

  As shown in FIG. 16, in the high-accuracy time-saving state, the jackpot is won in the lottery of the special map 2, and with the start of the jackpot fluctuation of the second special symbol, the gaming state is changed from the high-accuracy time-short state to the high-precision non-time-saving state. (Small hit rush state). And when the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the second special symbol, the gaming state shifts from the high-probability non-time saving state to the low-probability non-time saving state, and the big winning game state is executed. The gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 in the jackpot gaming state is a low-probability non-time saving state. After that, if the jackpot symbol stopped and displayed with the second special symbol is a special figure 2_ probability variation symbol with a probability of distribution rate of 65%, the gaming state after the jackpot game is set to the high probability non-time saving state. On the other hand, if the jackpot symbol stopped and displayed in the second special symbol is the special symbol 2_normal symbol with a probability of distribution ratio of 35%, the gaming state after the jackpot game is set to the low-probability time saving state.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, when the high-accuracy short-time state, in the high-accuracy non-time-shortening state (small hit rush state), with the start of the big hit fluctuation of the second special symbol, during the big hit fluctuation It is possible to generate a small hit game and gradually increase the number of balls. After that, when the jackpot gaming state is executed, it becomes possible to increase a large number of balls in the jackpot gaming state. And if it shifts to the highly accurate non-time saving state after the end of the big hit game state, it becomes possible to continue to increase the number of balls held by executing the small hit game again. Furthermore, if the probability variation jackpot 3 is won by the lottery in the special figure 2 in the high accuracy non-time saving state, the high accuracy non-time saving state is re-established after the jackpot game is over. In other words, in this mode, if you enter the high-precision non-time saving state once and continue to win the probability variation jackpot 3 in the high-precision non-time saving state, you can repeat the high precision non-time saving state. "Loop".

9. Example of production <Example of production 1>
Next, an example production 1 of the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. First, as shown in FIG. 17 (A), when the daytime mode is set, the variation effect based on the lottery of the special drawing 1 is executed on the display screen 50a. In the lottery of this special map 1, winning the special map 1_probability variation pattern 2 is a prerequisite. Then, as shown in FIG. 17B, the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 (“555”) indicating that the jackpot is won are stopped and displayed. After that, the big hit game is started, and after the big hit game, it shifts to a highly accurate time saving state.

  When the high-accuracy time saving state is entered, the night mode is set as shown in FIG. Then, each time the variation effect is executed, the number suggestion effect is executed at the lower right portion of the display screen 50a. That is, as shown in FIG. 17C, when the variable display of the special symbol is executed for the first time after shifting to the highly accurate time saving state, the "first time" character image KM is displayed. By displaying "0th time" in the character image KM, the player is made aware that the transition to the space mode is gradually approached each time the variation effect is executed, and the feeling of elation is gradually increased. It is possible. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the user from getting tired of the effect in the highly accurate time saving state. After that, as shown in FIG. 17D, the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 (“678”) indicating that the result of the lottery has been lost are stopped and displayed.

  Here, after the night mode is set, it is assumed that the variable display of the special symbol has been executed 99 times, as shown in FIG. 17 (E). Then, as shown in FIGS. 17F and 17G, when the 100th variation effect is executed, the variation trigger transition effect is executed at the end of the variation effect as shown in FIG. 17H. In this variation trigger transition effect, the character image HH of "Space mode entry when 100 variations are reached" is displayed on the display screen 50a. With this, it is possible to give the player a sense of accomplishment by being able to shift to the space mode (high-precision non-time saving state) triggered by the variable display of the special symbol 100 times. In other words, by executing the variable display of the special symbol 100 times, it is possible to give a sense of satisfaction that a more advantageous transition to the gaming state can be obtained.

  In this way, in the pachinko gaming machine PY1, in the night mode (high-accuracy time / short state), the player desires that the variable display of the special symbol is executed for a short time (specified number of times) rather than winning the jackpot. It has become a game (game). In other words, the game is expected to be played by losing the variable display of the special symbol before losing the jackpot. In this way, in this pachinko gaming machine PY1, it is possible to make the player have a novel expectation that the player can shift to an advantageous gaming state (high-probability non-time saving state, small hit rush state) by continuing to lose a specified number of times. Is.

<Production example 2>
Next, production example 2 of the present embodiment will be described based on FIG. In this effect example, as shown in FIG. 18A, the forest mode is set, and the forest background image H2 is displayed on the display screen 50a. Here, it is a precondition that the special figure 2_probability variation symbol is won in the special figure 2 lottery. In this case, as shown in FIG. 18 (A), the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 (“777”) indicating that the jackpot is won are stopped and displayed. After that, the jackpot game is started.

  When the jackpot game is started, the opening effect is executed as shown in FIG. 18 (B). As shown in FIG. 18B, an opening image I related to the opening effect is displayed. Further, as shown in FIG. 18 (B), the state confirmation display image J of “◯ Δ □” is displayed. In the present embodiment, when the probability variation jackpot is reached in the lottery of Toku-zu 2, the state confirmation display image J of “◯ Δ □” is displayed on the display screen 50a. By displaying the state confirmation display image J on the display screen 50a, a jackpot game of 10R, which has the maximum number of winning prize balls, is executed, and after the jackpot game is completed, the state is shifted to a highly accurate non-time saving state, And, if the next big jackpot is won in the highly accurate non-time saving state, it becomes possible to let the player understand that the 10R jackpot game with the maximum number of award balls is executed. In the present embodiment, by changing the display form of "○ △ □" related to the state confirmation display image J according to the game situation, it is during the big hit game state, or in the highly accurate non-time saving state (small hit rush state. ) Inform the player that it is in progress. Further, the right-handed image Ra is displayed in the upper right part of the display screen 50a. By displaying the right-handed image Ra, it is possible to urge the player to right-handed.

  Then, when one round of the jackpot game is started, a round effect is executed on the display screen 50a as shown in FIG. 18 (C). As shown in FIG. 18C, the round image K related to the round effect is displayed on the display screen 50a. Then, as shown in FIG. 18C, the right-handed image Ra is displayed in the upper right portion of the display screen 50a. Further, as shown in FIG. 18C, the state confirmation display image J of "● Δ □" is displayed on the display screen 50a. In this embodiment, as shown in FIG. 18 (C), when one round of the jackpot game is started, the display mode of the state confirmation display image J is changed from “◯ Δ □” to “● Δ □”. This makes it possible for the player of this time to recognize that the 10R jackpot game that maximizes the winning prize ball is confirmed, and that the jackpot game is being executed. In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 18C, the display form of the state confirmation display image J displayed on the display screen 50a is “● Δ □” in the round effect. The display mode of the state confirmation display image J displayed on the display screen 50a in the round effect is not limited to this, and may be “● ▲ □”. As a result, the jackpot game of this time is that the jackpot game of 10R that maximizes the award ball is confirmed, that the jackpot game is being executed, and after the jackpot game is over, it shifts to the high-probability non-time saving state. It is possible to let the player know that.

  Then, when the final round of 10 rounds is finished, the ending effect is displayed as shown in FIG. 18 (D). As shown in FIG. 18D, the ending image L related to the ending effect is displayed on the display screen 50a. Here, since the special figure 2_probability variation symbol has been won in the lottery of special figure 2, it will shift to the highly precise non-time saving state (small hit rush state) after the big hit game. Further, as shown in FIG. 18D, the display mode of the state confirmation display image J displayed on the display screen 50a is changed from "● △ □" to "● ▲ □" with the execution start of the ending effect. It As a result, it is possible to let the player understand that the game state after the completion of the big hit game being executed is confirmed in the highly accurate non-time saving state (small hit rush state).

  When the high accuracy non-time saving state is entered after the jackpot game is over, the space mode is set as shown in FIG. As shown in FIG. 18 (E), a state confirmation display image J having a display mode of "● ▲ □" is displayed on the display screen 50a. This makes it possible for the player to know that the player is in the highly accurate non-time saving state (small hit rush state). Then, when the player hits the right and the game ball enters the accessory working opening 20, the second character image NGB of "acquisition opportunity" is displayed as the acquisition opportunity effect as shown in FIG. 18 (E). . Thereby, it is possible to let the player know that there is a chance to win the second big winning opening 15 in the space mode.

  Then, as shown in FIG. 18 (F), a ball entry chance effect is executed. That is, the character image NT of "ball entry chance" is displayed, and the arrow image YG indicating the position of the second special winning opening 15 is displayed. This allows the player to know that the second special winning opening 15 at the lower right side of the game area 6 (see FIG. 2) will be opened and enjoy the small hit rush state in which the number of coins can be increased. It is possible to When the small hit game ends, the character image NT and the arrow image YG of the "ball chance" are no longer displayed.

  Then, when the space mode is set, it is assumed that the jackpot is won in the lottery of the special map 2. In this case, as shown in FIG. 18 (G), effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 (“222”) indicating that the jackpot has been won are stopped and displayed. After that, the jackpot game is started.

  When the jackpot game is started, the opening effect is executed as shown in FIG. As shown in FIG. 18 (H), an opening image I related to the opening effect is displayed. Further, as shown in FIG. 18 (H), the state confirmation display image J of "● ▲ ■" is displayed. In the present embodiment, when the jackpot is won again in the highly accurate non-time saving state, the display mode of the state confirmation display image J displayed on the display screen 50a is changed from "● ▲ □" to "● ▲ ■". As a result, the jackpot game to be executed is determined by the jackpot game of 10R that maximizes the number of winning prize balls, and after the jackpot game is over, either the low-probability time saving state or the high-probability non-time saving state. It becomes possible for the player to know the shift. After that, if the jackpot that is won in the highly accurate non-time saving state is the probability variation jackpot 3, the state confirmation display image J in the display mode of "● Δ □" is displayed again on the display screen 50a. On the other hand, if the jackpot won in the highly accurate non-time saving state is the normal jackpot 2, the state confirmation display image J is not displayed on the display screen 50a.

<Timing of changing production mode>
Next, the timing of changing the effect mode when the probability variation jackpot 3 is won by the lottery in the special figure 2 in the highly accurate time saving state and the jackpot variation is started will be described with reference to FIG. First, it is a precondition that the probability variation jackpot 3 is won in the lottery of special figure 2 in the highly accurate time saving state. In the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 19, the night mode is set in the highly accurate time saving state. Then, in the highly-accurate time saving state, the probability variation jackpot 3 is won by the lottery of the special figure 2, and with the start of the jackpot fluctuation of the second special symbol, the time saving state is ended and switched to the non-time saving state. Therefore, with the start of the jackpot fluctuation of the second special symbol, the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 has transitioned from the highly accurate time saving state to the highly accurate non-time saving state. In this case, in the present embodiment, the night mode (high-accuracy short-time state) is changed to the sky mode (high-accuracy non-time-short state) as the effect mode. After that, when the variation time of the second special symbol elapses and the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the second special symbol, the empty mode ends.

<Production example 3>
Next, production example 3 of the present embodiment will be described based on FIG. In this effect example, as shown in FIG. 20A, the night mode is set and the night background image H3 is displayed on the display screen 50a. Here, it is a precondition that the special figure 2_probability variation symbol is won in the special figure 2 lottery. As shown in FIG. 20 (A), effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 (“235”) indicating that the result of the lottery has been lost are stopped and displayed. Further, as shown in FIG. 20A, a character image KM of "(the number of times the variable display of special symbols has been executed since the night mode has been set)" is displayed in the lower right part of the display screen 50a. In the character image KM, "30 times" is displayed.

  Then, when the jackpot variation of special figure 2 is started based on the winning of the special figure 2_probable variation symbol in the lottery of special figure 2 in the highly accurate time saving state, as shown in FIG. 20 (B), the sky mode is set. Is set. As a result, the sky background image H5 is displayed on the display screen 50a. Further, the character image ST of "entering the empty mode" is displayed on the display screen 50a. In this way, it is possible for the player to win the probability variation jackpot 3 by the lottery in the special figure 2 in the highly accurate time saving state, to start the variation of the jackpot, and to know that the player has transitioned to the highly accurate non-time saving state. There is. In the present embodiment, when the sky mode is set, not only the sky background image H5 is displayed on the display screen 50a, but also the period suggestion image OT and the first character image NGA of “acquisition opportunity” are displayed ( See FIG. 15E). In the present embodiment, when the small hit game is executed during the big hit variation in the highly accurate non-time saving state, the display time of the period suggestion image OT is interrupted. After that, when the execution of the small hit game ends, the subtraction of the display time of the suspended period suggestive image OT is restarted. Therefore, in the present embodiment, the variation time of the second special symbol showing the big hit in the high-precision non-time saving state is set to 120 seconds, but by the small hit game being executed during the big hit variation of the second special symbol. Since the jackpot fluctuation is interrupted, the jackpot fluctuation of the second special symbol is actually started in the high-accuracy time-short state, and the time elapsed from the high-accuracy time-short state to the high-accuracy non-time-short state is 120 It may be more than a second.

  Then, after shifting to the high-precision non-time saving state and the display time of the period suggestive image OT displayed on the display screen 50a is deducted by 90 seconds, the period suggestive image OT displayed as "00:30" is displayed on the display screen. 50a. As a result, the player can be made aware of the remaining variation time of the second special symbol, and that the high-precision non-time saving state will end when the display time of the period suggestion image OT becomes “00:00”. . Further, since it is in a highly accurate non-time saving state in which the jackpot is changing, and the jackpot game is not being executed, the first character image NGA of "obtaining opportunity" is displayed on the display screen 50a as the winning opportunity effect. By this acquisition chance production, it is possible to let the player know that there is an opportunity to increase the number of balls when the small hit game is executed during the big hit fluctuation of the second special symbol in the highly accurate non-time saving state. is there.

  In the high-probability non-time saving state during the big hit variation of the second special symbol, when the small hit game is executed by entering the game ball into the accessory working opening 20, as shown in FIG. 20 (D), the display screen The character image NT of "Chance to enter a ball" is displayed on 50a, and the arrow image YG indicating the position of the second special winning opening 15 is displayed. With this winning chance production, the player can be encouraged to hit the second special winning opening 15 and can be given an uplifting feeling by being able to win the second special winning opening 15.

  Then, when the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the second special symbol, that is, when the high-probability non-time saving state during the big hit change ends, as shown in FIG. 20 (E), "00:00" is displayed on the display screen 50a. The displayed period suggestion image OT is displayed. As a result, it becomes possible for the player to know that the high-probability non-time saving state during the jackpot change has ended. Then, as shown in FIG. 20 (F), the period suggestion image OT is not displayed on the display screen 50a, but together with the effect symbols EZ1, EZ2, EZ3 (“777”) that suggest that the jackpot is won, The character image SS displayed as "End of empty mode" is displayed. After this, 10 rounds of jackpot games will be executed.

10. Comparison of the conventional pachinko gaming machine and the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment Next, the conventional pachinko gaming machine wins the next jackpot by the lottery in the special figure 2 in the time saving state (high-accurate time saving state, low accuracy time reducing state), An example of the flow until the second special symbol is confirmed, and the next jackpot is won by the lottery of special figure 2 in the time saving state (high accuracy time saving state, low accuracy time saving state) of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of this embodiment. An example of the flow until the second special symbol is determined will be described. In addition, as shown in FIG. 21, in the time saving state (high accuracy time saving state, low accuracy time saving state), the variation of the second special symbol is changed five times until the next jackpot is won by the lottery of special figure 2. Is assumed. Here, the variation of the deviation is a variation display of a special symbol indicating the loss. The stop time of the second special symbol of the conventional pachinko gaming machine and the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment is set to 600 ms, and after the stop time of 600 ms after the second special symbol starts the stop display, the second It is assumed that the special design will be finalized. However, the stop time is not shown in FIG.

  First, using FIG. 21 (A), the gaming state of the conventional pachinko gaming machine is a short-time state (high-precision short-time state, low-precision short-time state), and the next jackpot is won by the lottery of special figure 2, the second special symbol. An example of the flow until is determined will be described. In the case of a conventional pachinko gaming machine, the variation time of the second special symbol indicating the loss in the time saving state varies with 5 seconds, 15 seconds, 60 seconds, 6 seconds, and 40 seconds. Further, among the five types of fluctuation times, the time difference between the longest fluctuation time of 60 seconds and the shortest fluctuation time of 5 seconds is 55 seconds. And the variation time of the second special symbol showing the big hit in the conventional pachinko gaming machine is 120 seconds. In the conventional pachinko gaming machine, the second special symbol is stopped and displayed as a jackpot symbol, and when the second special symbol is confirmed after the stop time, the time saving state is controlled to the non-time saving state. In addition, when the gaming state is a high-accuracy state, when the jackpot symbol is confirmed by the second special symbol, the high-accuracy state is controlled to the low-accuracy state.

  As described with reference to FIG. 21 (A), the second special symbol showing the loss determined when the gaming state of the conventional pachinko gaming machine is the time saving state (high accuracy short time state, low accuracy short time state). There are variations in the variation time of, and when the determined variation times are compared, the time difference is large. Therefore, in the case of a short time state (high accuracy short time state, low accuracy short time state), a short loss variation time may be determined or a long loss variation time may be determined. In other words, in the time saving state (high accuracy time saving state, low accuracy time saving state), there may be a case where a long variation of the second special symbol occurs until the next jackpot is won by the lottery of special figure 2, so the time saving state ( The progress of the game in the high-accuracy time saving state and the low-accuracy time saving state is delayed, and the player is stressed. Furthermore, if the number of prize balls that can be obtained in the jackpot game is small, the player is more stressed.

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 21 (A), the difference between the longest variation time (60 seconds) of the second special symbol indicating the loss and the variation time (120 seconds) of the second special symbol indicating the big hit is 60 seconds. ing. Therefore, depending on the player, when it feels that the variation of the second special symbol is long, it is difficult to understand whether it is a jackpot variation of the second special symbol, or just a long variation of the second special symbol. Can be. In other words, inside the pachinko gaming machine, even if the jackpot variation in the short-time state (high-precision short-time state, low-probability short-time state) is performed, the player is simply making a long variation of the second special symbol. Therefore, it makes the player feel uneasy and stresses the player.

  On the other hand, using FIG. 21 (B), the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment is a short-time state (high-probability time-short state, low-probability time-short state), and the next jackpot is won by the lottery of the special figure 2, An example of the flow until the second special symbol is determined will be described. In addition, in FIG. 21 (B), it is premised that the determination result in the time saving state is the reach-less loss, and the variation time of the second special symbol indicating the loss is 1.2 seconds. This fluctuation time (1.2 seconds) is the shortest fluctuation time set in the non-time saving state (low accurate non-time saving state, high accuracy non-time saving state). It is shorter than the part that corresponds to). Moreover, the variation time of the second special symbol showing the big hit in the non-time saving state (high-precision non-time saving state, low probability non-time saving state) (part corresponding to the special figure 2 of FIG. 11 and the high accuracy non-time saving state and jackpot, the figure) 11 special figure 2 and low accuracy non-time saving state and the portion corresponding to the jackpot), the fluctuation time of the first special symbol showing the big hit set in the low accuracy non-time saving state (special figure 1 and non-time saving state of FIG. 11) And the part corresponding to the jackpot) is longer.

  In the present embodiment, the variation time of the second special symbol showing the loss in the time saving state (high accuracy short time state, low accuracy short time state) is an extremely short variation time of 1.2 seconds, so the second variation variation of the special symbol Is performed 5 times early, and when the jackpot is won by the lottery of special figure 2, the jackpot variation of the second special symbol is started. With the start of this jackpot fluctuation, the time-saving state is controlled to the non-time-saving state (see FIG. 14). For this reason, the jackpot fluctuation of the second special symbol in the non-time saving state in which the fluctuation time shortening function is not activated is performed for 240 seconds. After that, the variation time of 240 seconds elapses, the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the second special symbol, and the second special symbol is fixed after the stop time of 600 ms (see FIG. 11).

  In the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, regardless of the number of reserved balls in the time saving state (high accuracy short time state, low accuracy short time state), if the determination result is a reachless loss, it is an extremely short variation of 1.2 seconds. (See FIG. 11). In the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, the variation time of the second special symbol when the determination result in the highly accurate time saving state is a reachable loss is the variation time of the first special symbol showing the loss in the low accuracy non-time saving state. Shorter than that (see FIG. 11). That is, in the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, a short loss variation of the second special symbol occurs before the next jackpot is won by the lottery of the special figure 2 in the time saving state (high accuracy time saving state, low accuracy time saving state). Therefore, the progress of the game in the time saving state (high accuracy time saving state, low accuracy time saving state) is accelerated, and it is possible to suppress the player from feeling stress and play the game comfortably. Therefore, it is possible to increase the operating rate of the pachinko gaming machine in the gaming shop.

  In addition, as shown in FIG. 21B, the longest variation time (240 seconds) of the second special symbol showing the big hit in the time saving state, and the variation time of the second special symbol (1. (2 seconds) and the time difference is 238.8 seconds. Therefore, in the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, if the variation time of the second special symbol in the time saving state (high accuracy time saving state, low accuracy time saving state) is long, it is possible to recognize that it is a big hit. Therefore, it is possible to suppress the player from feeling stress due to the variation time of the special symbol in the time saving state (high accuracy time saving state, low accuracy time saving state), and to play the game comfortably. Therefore, it is possible to increase the operating rate of the pachinko gaming machine in the gaming shop.

  If the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment is a low-probability time-shortening state, a low-probability non-time-saving state becomes low with the start of the jackpot fluctuation of the second special symbol in the low-probability time-shortening state. In the non-time saving state, the jackpot fluctuation of the second special symbol as long as 240 seconds will be performed. As a result, during the big hit change in the low-probability non-time saving state, it is possible to stop the game ball to suppress the waste balls and pay attention to the fluctuation effect displayed on the display screen 50a. During the big jackpot change is a meaningful time for the player.

  Further, if the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment is a highly accurate time saving state, a high accuracy non-time saving state is set as the jackpot fluctuation of the second special symbol is started in the highly accurate time saving state, resulting in a high accuracy. In the non-time saving state, the jackpot fluctuation of the second special symbol as long as 240 seconds will be performed. As a result, it is possible to make a right hit during the big hit fluctuation in the high-precision non-time saving state, and to gradually increase the number of balls held, so it is possible for the player to play a meaningful time during the big hit fluctuation in the high precision non-time saving state. Becomes

  Furthermore, when the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment is to perform the lottery of the special figure 2 in the highly accurate time saving state, the variation time of the second special symbol showing the loss of 1.2 seconds is extremely high until the next jackpot is won. If it is a short fluctuation time, it is possible to win the big hit by the lottery of Toku-zu 2 and speed up until it reaches the highly accurate non-time saving state (small hit rush state) that shifts with the start of the big hit fluctuation. . Furthermore, since the variation time of the second special symbol showing the big hit in the high-precision non-time saving state is a long variation time of 240 seconds, the high-precision non-time saving state (small hit rush state) becomes longer, and has It becomes easy to increase the number of balls.

  In summary, in the example shown in FIG. 21 (A) and FIG. 21 (B), in the conventional pachinko gaming machine and the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, the second special symbol showing the jackpot after transitioning to the time saving state. It takes a total of 246 seconds to settle. Here, in the conventional pachinko gaming machine shown in FIG. 21 (A), it takes 126 seconds until the jackpot is won (until the variable display of the second special symbol showing the jackpot is started). On the other hand, in the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of this embodiment shown in FIG. 21 (B), it takes only 6 seconds to win the jackpot. Therefore, in the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, it is possible to prevent a situation in which the player cannot easily win the next big hit. And in the conventional pachinko gaming machine shown in FIG. 21 (A), the variation time of the second special symbol showing the big hit is 120 seconds. On the other hand, in the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment shown in FIG. 21 (B), the variation time of the second special symbol showing a big hit is also 240 seconds. Therefore, in the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, it is possible to fully enjoy the variable display of the second special symbol indicating the big hit, and to increase the expectation for the big hit game. Thus, in the present embodiment, even if the total time in the time saving state is the same as 246 seconds as in the conventional case, it is comfortable for the player by shortening the time until the jackpot is hit and prolonging the jackpot fluctuation time. It is possible to provide various games.

  By the way, in the conventional pachinko game machine, after the jackpot game is over, it shifts to a high-precision non-time saving state (small hit rush state), and in the high-precision non-time saving state, the jackpot is won by a lottery in a special figure or the high-precision non-time saving state. It was possible to execute a small hit game and gradually increase the number of balls held until the number of times the special symbol fluctuated in reached a predetermined number. Therefore, in the conventional pachinko gaming machine, the opportunity to enter the highly accurate non-time saving state was only after the jackpot game was over. In other words, in the period when you can increase the number of balls in the high-precision non-time saving state of the conventional pachinko gaming machine, in the high-precision non-time saving state, until you win the jackpot by the special drawing lottery It was until the number of times the special symbol changed reached a predetermined number. As a result, like conventional pachinko gaming machines, the period for continuing to increase the number of balls and rushes to the small hit rush state is also limited, so there is no originality or freshness only with such gaming machines, There is a possibility that the gaming interest of the pachinko gaming machine that can shift to the small hit rush state will be reduced.

  Therefore, in the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, unlike the conventional pachinko gaming machine capable of shifting to the small hitting rush state, the jackpot is won by the lottery of the special map 2 in the highly accurate time saving state, and the jackpot of the second special symbol is hit. With the start of fluctuations, it was possible to shift to a highly accurate non-time saving state during fluctuations in jackpots. Then, the variation time of the second special symbol showing the big hit in the high-accuracy non-time saving state (240000 ms, see FIG. 11) is the variation time of the second special symbol showing the big hit in the low-accurate time saving state or the high accuracy time saving state (40000 ms). , See FIG. 11). As a result, if the variation time of the second special symbol showing the big hit becomes long, it is possible to lengthen the highly accurate non-time saving state (small hit rush state) during the big hit variation. Therefore, it is possible to extend the period in which the number of balls held can be gradually increased not only until the jackpot is won in the highly accurate non-time saving state but also during the variation of the jackpot in the highly accurate non-time saving state. In this way, the player can play a game with an unprecedented novel pachinko game machine, which makes the game on the pachinko machine more interesting.

  In addition, if you win the winning probability jackpot in a lottery in Special Figure 2 in the highly accurate non-time saving state, you will get a premium loop. Will continue to do. With this, unlike the conventional pachinko gaming machine that can shift to the small hit rush state, if you can rush into the high-precision non-time saving state even once, you will not only win the big hit, but also the high accuracy non-time saving state (small It is possible to continue to extend the period during which you can enjoy the hit rush situation).

  Furthermore, in the present embodiment, it is possible to set a period during which the small hit rush state ends and a novel period that has never existed before the second special symbol indicating the big hit is stopped and displayed. Therefore, unlike a conventional pachinko gaming machine that can shift to the small hit rush state for the player, it is possible to provide the player with an innovative pachinko gaming machine that gives originality and freshness, and can shift to the small hit rush state. It is possible to enhance the interest of playing pachinko machines.

  Further, in the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, like the conventional pachinko gaming machine, not only is it possible to shift to the high-precision non-time saving state after the jackpot game is over, but also the high-precision non-time saving state is won. It is possible to give a highly accurate non-time saving state even during a change in a special symbol that indicates a big hit. Therefore, it becomes possible to increase the rate of increase in the number of balls held and the rate of increase in the number of balls held, as compared with the conventional pachinko game machine capable of shifting to the small hit rush state. This makes it possible to increase the chances of entering the small hit rush state and increase the number of prize balls that can be acquired in the small hit rush state, compared to the conventional pachinko game machine that can shift to the small hit rush state. It becomes possible to provide a pachinko gaming machine to a player.

  In the present embodiment, with the start of the variable display of the second special symbol showing the big hit, it is possible to shift to the highly accurate non-time saving state, so the small hit game is frequently executed during the big hit fluctuation of the second special symbol. It is possible. Therefore, it is possible to continue to increase the number of balls to be held during the jackpot change, as compared to the case of stopping the firing of the game balls so as not to decrease the balls to be held during the jackpot change, as in the conventional pachinko game machine.

  As described above, in the present embodiment, the second starting opening 12, the accessory working opening 20, and the second special winning opening 15 are sequentially arranged in the second flow path R2 that is the same downflow path (see FIG. 2). With the start of the jackpot fluctuation of the second special symbol in the high-accuracy time-shortening state, when the state shifts to the high-accuracy non-time-saving state, the player makes a right-hand strike as it is, and is located at the lower left of the second starting opening 12. The small hitting game is executed by inserting the game ball into the accessory working port 20 arranged. Furthermore, the player hits the right ball as it is to enter the game ball into the second special winning opening 15 arranged on the left downstream of the second starting opening 12 and the accessory working opening 20 to make a small hit. It is possible to continue to increase the number of balls you have in the game. This eliminates the need for the player to hit the right and left in the high-precision non-time saving state to play the game, so that it is possible to reduce the occurrence of waste balls.

  Further, in the present embodiment, when the variable display of the second special symbol showing the big hit in the high-accuracy time saving state is started and the high accuracy non-time saving state is entered, the empty mode is set (see FIG. 15 (E)), Space mode is set when shifting to the highly accurate non-time saving state after the jackpot game is over (see FIG. 15D). And the sky mode and the space mode are the production modes which suggest that they are in the highly accurate non-time saving state. If the sky mode is set as the effect mode, it is possible to make people interested in being able to increase the number of balls they have under the unprecedented game situation where the jackpot is changing. Further, even if the highly accurate non-time saving state during the jackpot change ends, it becomes possible to provide the enjoyment that makes it possible to increase the number of balls held in the jackpot game. Also, if the space mode is set, it becomes possible to excite the desire to increase the number of balls in the highly accurate non-time saving state.

  Further, in the present embodiment, when the sky mode is set, the period suggesting image OT is displayed on the display screen 50a. As a result, it becomes possible for the player to grasp the period until the high-probability non-time saving state during the jackpot change ends. Furthermore, it becomes possible to confirm the period until the jackpot game is executed. Therefore, it is possible for the player to increase the number of balls in the highly accurate non-time saving state during the big hit variation, and to make the period until the big hit game be meaningful.

  In addition, the rush opportunity to the high-precision non-time saving state in the present embodiment indicates that after the jackpot game is over, the number of fluctuations of the special symbol in the high-precision time-saving state reaches a specified number, and the jackpot in the high-precision time-saving state. The variable display of the second special symbol has started. Therefore, unlike the conventional pachinko gaming machine that can shift to the small hitting rush state, there are three types of triggers for entering the highly accurate non-time saving state like this embodiment, and it is original and fresh until now. It becomes possible to provide a pachinko machine that does not have a pachinko machine. Furthermore, since there are three types of high-precision non-time saving rush opportunities, it is possible for the player to expand the expectation at which timing to shift to the high-precision non-time saving state.

11. Operation of Game Control Microcomputer [Main Control Main Processing] Next, the operation of the game control microcomputer 101 will be described with reference to FIGS. 21 to 46. The counter, timer, flag, status, buffer, etc. appearing in the explanation of the operation of the game control microcomputer 101 are provided in the game RAM 104. When the power of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is turned on, the game control microcomputer 101 provided in the game control board 100 reads out and executes the main control main processing program shown in FIG. 21 from the game ROM 103. As shown in the figure, in the main control main processing, initial setting is first performed (step S001). In the initial setting, for example, stack setting, constant setting, interrupt time setting, game CPU 102 setting, SIO, PIO, CTC (circuit for interrupt time management) setting, various flags, status and counter, etc. Reset etc. The initial value of the flag is “0”, that is, “OFF”, the initial value of the status is “1”, and the initial value of the counter is “0”. The initial setting (S001) is executed only once after the power is turned on and is not executed thereafter.

  Next to the initial setting (S001), interrupts are prohibited (S002), and normal symbol / special symbol main random number updating process (S003) is executed. In this normal symbol / special symbol main random number updating process (S003), the various random number counter values shown in FIG. When each random number counter value reaches the upper limit value, it returns to "0" and is added again. The initial value of the cycle of each random number counter may be a value other than "0", or may be randomly changed. Further, each random number may be a so-called hardware random number generated by using a known random number generation circuit such as a counter IC.

  When the normal symbol / special symbol main random number updating process (S003) is completed, the interrupt is permitted (S004). While interrupts are enabled, main timer interrupt processing (S005) can be executed. The main-side timer interrupt process (S005) is executed based on an interrupt pulse repeatedly input to the gaming CPU 102 at a cycle of 4 msec, for example. That is, for example, it is executed in a cycle of 4 msec. Then, after the main-side timer interrupt process (S005) is finished, until the next main-side timer interrupt process (S005) is started, various counters by normal symbol / special symbol main random number updating process (S003) The value update process is repeatedly executed. When an interrupt pulse is input to the gaming CPU 102 in the interrupt disabled state, the main timer interrupt processing (S005) is not started immediately, but is started after interrupt enable (S004) is performed.

  [Main Timer Interrupt Processing] Next, the main timer interrupt processing (S005) will be described. As shown in FIG. 22, in the main-side timer interrupt process (S005), the output process is first executed (S101). In the output process (S101), the commands set in the output buffer provided in the game RAM 104 of the game control board 100 in each process described below are output to the effect control board 120, the payout control board 170, and the like.

  In the input processing (S102) performed after the output processing (S101), various sensors (first starting opening sensor 11a, second starting opening sensor 12a, first big winning opening sensor) mainly attached to the pachinko gaming machine PY1. 14a, the second big winning opening sensor 15a, the general winning opening sensor 10a, the accessory working opening sensor 20a and the like (see FIG. 5)) is read and stored in the output buffer of the gaming RAM 104 as prize ball information. .. Further, the detection signal from the lower plate full switch for detecting the fullness of the lower plate 35 is also taken in and stored in the output buffer of the gaming RAM 104 as the lower plate full data.

  The normal symbol / special symbol main random number updating process (S103) performed next is the same as the normal symbol / special symbol main random number updating process (S003) performed in the main control main process of FIG. That is, the update processing of the various random number counter values (including the normal symbol random number counter value) shown in FIG. 9 is the execution period of the main timer interrupt processing (S005) and the other period (main timer interrupt processing (S005) After the end of () until the start of the next main timer interrupt processing (S005)).

  Normal symbol / special symbol main random number update processing (S103), then, first sensor detection processing (S104) described later, second sensor detection processing (S105) described later, normal operation processing (S106), special operation processing (S107) , Special electric accessory processing 2 (S108) is executed. After that, other processing (S109) is executed, and the main timer interrupt processing (S005) ends. As other processing (S109), the special figure reservation indicator 83 is controlled to a display mode showing the number based on the number of special figure reservation balls described later. Then, the process of steps S002 to S004 of the main control main process is repeatedly executed until the interrupt pulse is input to the gaming CPU 102 (see FIG. 21), and when the interrupt pulse is input (after about 4 msec), The main timer interrupt process (S005) is executed again. In the output processing (S101) of the main timer interrupt processing (S005) executed again, the command set in the output buffer of the gaming RAM 104 in the previous main timer interrupt processing (S005) is output.

  [First Sensor Detection Processing] As shown in FIG. 23, in the first sensor detection processing (S104), first, it is determined whether or not the game ball has passed through the gate 13, that is, whether or not the game sensor is detected by the gate sensor 13a. It is determined (S201). If the game ball has not passed through the gate 13 (NO in S201), the process proceeds to step S205. If the game ball has passed (YES in S201), the number of ordinary figure holding balls (the number of ordinary figure holdings, specifically, the value of the counter provided in the game RAM 104 for counting the number of ordinary figure holdings) is " It is determined whether or not it has reached 4 ”(S202). Then, if the number of reserved balls for universal figure has reached “4” (YES in S202), the process proceeds to step S205, but if the number of reserved balls for universal figure is less than “4” (NO in S202). , "1" is added to the number of balls held in the universal map (S203).

  Then, the universal figure-related random number acquisition process is performed (S204). In the universal figure related random number acquisition process (S204), the value of the ordinary symbol random number counter (the value of label-TRND-H, see FIG. 9B) is acquired, and the acquired random number value is stored in the universal figure reservation storage unit 106. It is stored in the storage area corresponding to the current number of balls held in the universal map.

  In step S205, it is determined whether or not a game ball has been won in the first starting opening 11, that is, whether or not the game ball is detected by the first starting opening sensor 11a. If the game ball has not been won in the first starting port 11 (NO in S205), the process proceeds to step S209, but if the game ball has been won in the first starting port 11 (YES in S205), the special figure 1 Whether the number of reserved balls (the number of 1st special figure reservations, specifically, the number of the counter which counts the number of 1st special figure reservations provided in the game RAM 104) has reached "4" (first upper limit number) It is determined whether or not (S206). Then, if the special map 1 number of reserved balls has reached "4" (YES in S206), the process proceeds to step S209, but if the special figure 1 number of reserved balls is less than "4" (in S206, NO), "1" is added to the number of balls reserved for special map 1 (S207).

  Then, the special figure 1-related random number acquisition process is performed (S208). In the special figure 1 relational random number acquisition process (S208), the value of the jackpot random number counter (value of label-TRND-A), the value of random number counter per hit (value of label-TRND-AS), the value of reach random number counter (label -TRND-RC value) and the variation pattern random number counter value (label-TRND-T1 value) are obtained (that is, the random number group shown in FIG. 9A is obtained), and the obtained random number values are set to the first value. The special figure reservation storage unit 105a stores the special figure 1 in the storage area corresponding to the current number of special figure 1 reserved balls.

  Subsequently, in the first sensor detection process (S104), it is determined whether or not a game ball has been won in the second starting opening 12, that is, whether or not the game ball is detected by the second starting opening sensor 12a (S209). . If the game ball has not won in the second starting opening 12 (NO in S209), this processing is ended, but if the game ball has won in the second starting opening 12 (YES in S209), the special figure 2 It is determined whether or not the number of reserved balls (the number of second special figure reservations, specifically, the value of the counter for counting the number of second special figure reservations provided in the game RAM 104) has reached "4" ( S210). Then, when the special map 2 number of reserved balls has reached "4" (YES in S210), this processing is ended, but when the special figure 2 number of reserved balls has not reached "4" ( (NO in S210), "1" is added to the special map 2 number of reserved balls (S211).

  Subsequently, special figure 2 related random number acquisition processing is performed (S212), and this processing ends. In the special figure 2 relational random number acquisition process (S212), as in the special figure 1 relational random number acquisition process (S208), the jackpot random number counter value (label-TRND-A), the hit type random number counter value (label-TRND-AS) , The reach random number counter value (label-TRND-RC) and the fluctuation pattern random number counter value (label-TRND-T1) are obtained (that is, the random number group shown in FIG. 9A is obtained), and the obtained random number values are obtained. It stores in the storage area according to the present special figure 2 reservation number of balls in the second special figure reservation storage unit 105b.

  [Second Sensor Detection Processing] As shown in FIG. 24, in the second sensor detection processing (S105), first, it is determined whether or not the game ball has won the accessory working hole 20. It is determined whether a sphere has been detected (S301). When a game ball is won in the accessory working port 20 (YES in S301), it is determined whether the first special motion status or the second special motion status is "4" (S302). On the other hand, when the game ball has not won in the accessory working port 20 (NO in S301), this process is finished as it is, and the process proceeds to step S106 (see FIG. 22). The first special operation status is a special operation status corresponding to the lottery of the first special symbol, and the second special operation status is a special operation status corresponding to the lottery of the second special symbol. In the present embodiment, if the first special operation status is "4", it means that the jackpot game based on the lottery of special figure 1 is being executed as described later. Further, if the second special operation status is "4", it means that the jackpot game based on the lottery of special figure 2 is being executed as described later.

  If the first special operation status or the second special operation status is not "4" (NO in S302), it is determined whether or not the small hit flag is ON (S303). Here, the small hit flag is ON means that the small hit game is being executed. On the other hand, when the first special operation status or the second special operation status is “4” (YES in S302), this processing is finished as it is, and the process proceeds to step S106 (see FIG. 22). When the small hit flag is not ON, that is, when the small hit flag is OFF (NO in S303), the small hit opening time according to the game state is referred by referring to the game state of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 (see FIG. 8). Is selected (S304). Then, in order to start the small hit game, the opening command for the small hit is set (S305), and the opening time of the small hit game selected in step S304 is started (S306). Then, the opening pattern (see FIG. 8 for details) corresponding to the small hit game is set (S307), the small hit flag is turned on (S308), and this processing is finished to the normal operation processing (S106) of FIG. move on. On the other hand, when the small hit flag is ON (YES in S303), since the small hit game is already being executed, this processing is immediately ended, and the process proceeds to step S106 (see FIG. 22).

  [Normal Operation Processing] The game control microcomputer 101 performs normal operation processing (S106) subsequent to the second sensor detection processing (S105) (see FIG. 22). As shown in FIG. 25, in the normal operation process (S106), first, it is determined whether or not the power tube 12D is operating (S401). If the power cable 12D is not in operation (NO in S401), then it is determined whether or not the normal symbols are being stopped and displayed (S402). If the normal symbol is not being stopped and displayed (NO in S402), then it is determined whether or not the normal symbol is being variably displayed (S403). If the normal symbol is not being changed (NO in S403), then it is determined whether or not the number of reserved balls of the normal symbol is "0" (S404). If the number of reserved balls of the normal symbol is "0" (YES in S404), this process ends.

  If the number of reserved balls of the normal symbol is not "0" in step S404 (NO in S404), a hit determination process is performed (S405). In the hit determination process (S405), the normal symbol random number counter value (value of label-TRND-H) stored in the universal symbol holding storage unit 106 is read out, and based on the normal symbol hit determination table shown in FIG. 10 (C). It is determined whether or not it hits. Then, a symbol determination process of setting the universal figure stop symbol data according to the result of the hit determination in a predetermined storage area of the game RAM 104 is performed (S406). That is, in the symbol determination process (S406), if "missing", data corresponding to "universal figure losing symbol" is set, and if "winning", data corresponding to "normal winning symbol" is set.

  Subsequently, the game control microcomputer 101 performs normal symbol variation time determination processing (S407). In the normal symbol variation time determination process (S407), with reference to the normal symbol variation pattern selection table shown in FIG. Select a pattern. On the other hand, if the gaming state is a non-time saving state, the normal symbol variation pattern with a variation time of 1.1 seconds is selected.

  Next, the game control microcomputer 101 decrements the number of normal symbol holding balls by 1 (S408). Then, the storage location (storage area) of each of the universal figure suspensions in the universal figure suspension storage unit 106 is shifted to the side where it is read from the current position, and the storage corresponding to the fourth suspension in the universal figure suspension storage unit 106 is performed. The area (the storage area farthest from the side to be read) is cleared (S409). In this way, the universal figure reservation is digested in the order in which it is reserved. After that, the game control microcomputer 101 starts the variable display of the normal symbol in the normal symbol variation pattern selected in step S407 (S410). Along with this, in order to notify the effect control board 120 of the start of fluctuation of the normal symbol, a normal symbol fluctuation start command is set.

  If the variation of the normal symbol is being displayed in step S403 described above (YES in S403), then it is determined whether or not the variation time of the normal symbol has elapsed (S411), and if not, the process ends. On the other hand, if it has passed (YES in S411), the variable display of the normal symbol is stopped with the display result (ordinary hit symbol or ordinary lost symbol) according to the determination result of the normal symbol random number (S412). Then, while the normal symbol fluctuation stop command for notifying the fluctuation stop of the normal symbol is set on the effect control board 120 (S413), the stop time of the normal symbol is set (S414), and this processing is finished.

  Further, if the normal symbol stop display in the above step S402 (YES in S402), then, it is determined whether or not the stop time of the normal symbol set in step S414 has elapsed (S415), and has elapsed. If not, the process ends. On the other hand, if the time has passed (YES in S415), it is determined whether or not the universal figure stop symbol data of the normal winning symbol is set (S416), and it is not the data of the ordinary winning symbol (that is, if it is not a winning symbol). (NO in S416)), and this processing ends. On the other hand, if the data is a normal winning pattern (that is, if it is a winning (YES in S416)), the open pattern of the power tube 12D is set (S417). Specifically, in the time saving state, the opening pattern in the time saving state (see the electric tube opening TBL2 in FIG. 12) is set as the opening pattern of the power tube 12D. On the other hand, if it is in the non-time saving state, the open pattern in the non-time saving state (refer to the electric Chu opening TBL1 in FIG. 12) is set as the open pattern of the power tube 12D. Then, the power tube 12D is operated according to the opening pattern set in step S417 (S418).

  Further, if the electric power tube 12D is in operation in step S401 (YES in S401), then it is determined whether or not the operation time of the electric power tube 12D has elapsed (S419). Finish the process. On the other hand, if it has elapsed (YES in S419), the operation of the power tube 12D is terminated (S420).

  [Special operation processing] The game control microcomputer 101 performs special operation processing (S107) after the normal operation processing (S106) (see FIG. 22). The special operation processing includes processing related to the jackpot game based on the lottery in Toku-zu 1 and processing related to the jackpot game based on the lottery in Toku-zu 2, which will be collectively described below with reference to FIG. 26. In the special operation processing (S107) shown in FIG. 26 of the present embodiment, the processing relating to the first special figure display device 81a and the special winning device (first big winning device 14D) is divided into four stages, and each of these stages has the "first 1 special operation status 1, 2, 3, 4 ”is assigned. The first special operation status is "1" by default. In addition, in the special operation processing (S107) shown in FIG. 26 of the present embodiment, the processing relating to the second special figure display device 81b and the special winning device (first special winning device 14D) is divided into four stages, and each of these stages is performed. “Second special operation status 1, 2, 3, 4” is assigned. The second special operation status is "1" by default.

  In the special operation process (S107), first, the game control microcomputer 101 determines whether or not the "small hit flag" is ON. If the small hit flag is ON (YES in S1001), this process is finished as it is, and the process proceeds to the special electric auditors product process 2 (S108) shown in FIG. If the small hit flag is OFF (NO in S1001), the special operation status is "1", that is, the first special operation status is "1", or the second special operation status is "1". It is determined whether there is any (S1002). In other words, during the execution of the small hit game, the processing related to the big hit game based on the lottery of the special figure is not performed. When the first special operation status is "1" (YES in S1002), the first special symbol standby process described later is performed (S1003). If the second special operation status is "1" (YES in S1002), the second special symbol standby process described later is performed (S1003). If the first special operation status or the second special operation status is not "1" (NO in S1002), the process proceeds to step S1004.

  Next, in step S1004, it is determined whether the special operation status is "2", that is, whether the first special operation status is "2" or the second special operation status is "2". When the first special operation status is "2" (YES in S1004), the process during the first special symbol variation described later is performed (S1005). When the second special operation status is “2” (YES in S1004), the second special symbol changing process described later is performed (S1005). On the other hand, when the first special operation status or the second special operation status is not "2" (NO in S1004), the process proceeds to step S1006.

  In a succeeding step S1006, it is determined whether the special operation status is "3", that is, the first special operation status is "3" or the second special operation status is "3". When the first special operation status is "3" (YES in S1006), the first special symbol determination process described later is performed (S1007). When the second special operation status is "3" (YES in S1006), the second special symbol determination process described later is performed (S1007). On the other hand, when the first special operation status or the second special operation status is not "3" (NO in S1006), special electric auditors product processing 1 (big hit game) described later is performed (S1008).

  [First special symbol standby process] As shown in FIG. 27, in the first special symbol standby process (S1003), first, it is determined whether or not the special symbol 1 number of reserved balls is "0" (S1201). Toku-zu 1 When the number of reserved balls is "0" (YES in S1201), that is, the memory of the random number counter value group acquired due to the winning of the first starting opening 11 (the holding information of Toku-zu 1) is If not, the process ends. On the other hand, if the special map 1 number of reserved balls is not "0" (NO in S1201), that is, if there is one or more memories of the random number counter value group acquired due to the winning of the first starting opening 11. Then, the special figure 1 jackpot determination process (S1202) and the special figure 1 variation pattern selection process (S1203) described later are performed.

  After that, the game control microcomputer 101 executes a game state management process (S1204) described later. Then, the special map 1 number of reserved balls is decremented by 1 (S1205). Then, the storage location (storage area) of various counter values in the first special figure reservation storage unit 105a is shifted by one to the side where it is read from the current position, and at the same time as the fourth reservation in the first special figure reservation storage unit 105a. The corresponding storage area (the storage area farthest from the side to be read) is cleared (S1206). In this way, the first special figure reservation is digested in the order in which they are reserved.

  Subsequently, the game control microcomputer 101 executes special figure 1 variation start processing (S1207). In the special figure 1 fluctuation start process (S1207), the first special operation status is set to "2", and the special figure 1 fluctuation start command is set in the output buffer of the game RAM 104. Then, the variation time (variation time of Toku-zu 1) corresponding to the variation pattern set in the above-mentioned Toku-zu 1 variation pattern selection processing (S1203) is set in the Toku-zu 1 variation time timer. The variable display of the first special symbol is started on the display 81a. The special figure 1 fluctuation start command set in the special figure 1 fluctuation start process (S1207) includes the special figure stop symbol data information and the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern set in the special figure 1 jackpot determination process (S1202). The information of the fluctuation pattern set in the selection process (S1203) (information including the fluctuation time and the stop time information of Toku-zu 1) is included.

  [Special figure 1 big hit determination processing] As shown in FIG. 28, in the special figure 1 big hit determination processing (S1202), first, a big hit random number counter value (value of label-TRND-A) is read as a judgment value (S1301). Specifically, the jackpot random number counter value stored as the first hold information in the first special figure hold storage unit 105a is read.

  Next, the jackpot determination table (FIG. 10 (A)) corresponding to the gaming state is set (S1302). That is, in the normal probability state (non-high-probability state), the table for special figure 1 and non-high-probability state of the jackpot determination table is set. On the other hand, in the high probability state, the table for special figure 1 and the high probability state is set in the jackpot determination table.

  Next, it is determined whether or not the second jackpot flag is ON (S1303). The second jackpot flag is a flag that indicates that the jackpot is determined in the lottery of Toku-zu 2 described later (see step S1607 in FIG. 32). If the second jackpot flag is ON (YES in S1303), the special symbol stop symbol data (01H) corresponding to the lost symbol is set (S1310) without performing the jackpot hit determination (S1304) described later, This process ends. This is because in the present embodiment, the process of special figure 1 and the process of special figure 2 are performed in parallel, but the special feature is set in spite of the situation that the lottery is determined to be a big hit. This is to prevent duplicate determination in the lottery of FIG. 1 as a jackpot. Specifically, it means that even if the special figure 1 big hit determination processing (S1202) is executed during the variable display of the special figure 2 showing the big hit, it is determined to be lost.

  If the second jackpot flag is not ON in step S1303 (NO in S1303), it is determined whether or not it is a jackpot based on the jackpot determination table (see FIG. 10A) set in step S1302 (S1304). If the result of the jackpot win determination is “big hit” (YES in S1304), it is determined whether the time saving flag is ON (S1305). If the time saving flag is ON (YES in S1305), the time saving flag is turned OFF (S1306), and the process proceeds to step S1307. If the time saving flag is OFF (NO in S1305), the first jackpot flag is turned ON (S1307). In this embodiment, if the time saving flag is ON, the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is the time saving state. If the time saving flag is OFF, the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is the non-time saving state. After that, the hit type random number counter value (value of label-TRND-AS) is read out, and the jackpot type is determined based on the hit type determination table shown in FIG. The figure stop symbol data (see FIG. 7A) is set (S1309), and the process ends. On the other hand, if it is not the “big hit” (NO in S1304), the process proceeds to step S1310. In step S1310, as described above, the special symbol stop symbol data (01H) corresponding to the lost symbol is set, and the process ends.

  [Special figure 1 variation pattern selection processing] Next, the special figure 1 variation pattern selection processing (S1203) will be described with reference to FIGS. 29 and 30. As shown in FIG. 29, in the special figure 1 variation pattern selection process (S1203), first, it is determined whether the gaming state is a time saving state (whether the time saving flag is ON) (S1401).

  If it is not in the time saving state (NO in S1401), that is, if it is in the non-time saving state, it is subsequently determined whether or not the first jackpot flag is ON (S1402). If it is ON (YES in S1402), the variation pattern is referred to by referring to the non-time saving state medium / big hit table (part of the special figure variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 11 corresponding to special figure 1 and non-time saving state and big hit). A variation pattern is selected based on the random number counter value (value of label-TRND-T1) (S1403).

  In step S1402, if the first jackpot flag is not ON (NO in S1402), then it is determined whether the reach random number counter value (label-TRND-RC value) is a reach success random number value (S1404). . When the reach random number counter value is the reach-achieving random number (YES in S1404), that is, when the reach is present, the reach loss table in the non-time saving state (the special figure fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 1 and the non-time saving state and the portion corresponding to the reach loss), the variation pattern is selected based on the variation pattern random number counter value (S1405).

  On the other hand, when the reach random number counter value is not the reach success random number value (NO in S1404), that is, when there is no reach, the reach no loss table during the non-time saving state (the special figure variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. Referring to FIG. 1 and the portion corresponding to the non-time saving state and the loss without reach), the variation pattern is selected based on the variation pattern random number counter value (S1406). At the time of this loss without reach, the function of shortening variation according to the number of retained balls is activated. That is, when the number of reserved balls of the special symbol is "3" or "4", the variation pattern of which the variation time is shorter than that when the number of reserved balls of the special symbol is "0" to "2" is selected. It is supposed to be done.

  When it is determined in step S1401 that the game state is the time saving state (YES in S1401), the special figure fluctuation pattern determination table to be referred to is the table in the time saving state (see FIG. 11). The processing (S1407 to S1411) is performed in the same flow as steps S1402 to S1406 except that the portion corresponding to the time saving state of the special figure fluctuation pattern determination table is used. That is, if the first jackpot flag is ON (YES in S1407), the fluctuation pattern random number counter value is referred to by referring to the time saving state medium jackpot table (part 1 in FIG. 11 and the portion corresponding to the time saving state and jackpot). A variation pattern is selected on the basis of this (S1408).

  If the reach random number counter value is a reach success random number value (YES in S1409), refer to the reach loss table during the time saving state (part 1 in FIG. 11 and the portion corresponding to the reach loss). A fluctuation pattern is selected based on the fluctuation pattern random number counter value (S1410). Further, if the reach random number counter value is not the reach success random number value (NO in S1409), refer to the reach-without-miss table during the time saving state (the special figure 1 of FIG. 11 and the portion corresponding to the reach-less loss). A fluctuation pattern is selected based on the fluctuation pattern random number counter value (S1411).

  Here, in the special figure variation pattern determination table during the time saving state (the portion corresponding to the time saving state in the special figure variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 11), the function of the shortening variation according to the number of reserved balls at the time of loss without reach. Works when the number of reserved balls is "2" to "4". That is, the shortening variation is easier to select than during the non-time saving state. That is, the special figure fluctuation pattern determination table in the time saving state is a table in which the fluctuation time of the special symbol is shorter than the special figure fluctuation pattern determination table in the non-time saving state.

  After the variation pattern has been selected as described above, as shown in FIG. 29, the selected variation pattern is set (S1412), and this processing ends. The information on the variation pattern set in step S1412 is included in the special figure 1 variation start command set in step S1207 in the first special symbol waiting process (S1003).

  Here, as shown in FIG. 11, when the variation pattern is determined, the variation time and the stop time are also determined. Further, when the reach is reached, it is also determined whether the reach is the normal reach or the super reach (SP reach) (see the remarks column in FIG. 11). The SP reach is a reach in which the variation time after the reach is longer than that in the normal reach. In this embodiment, the SP reach is progressively executed through the normal reach.

  Further, in the present embodiment, among the SP reach, there are a weak SP reach A, a weak SP reach B, and a strong SP reach (see the remarks column in FIG. 11). It should be noted that the SP reach type may include a type other than these types. The SP reach described above has different expectations for winning a jackpot (expected expectations). Specifically, the distribution ratios of various fluctuation patterns are set in the order of weak SP reach A → weak SP reach B → strong SP reach so that the expectation of winning is high.

  [Second special symbol standby process] As shown in FIG. 31, in the second special symbol standby process (S1003), first, it is determined whether or not the special figure 2 holding ball number is "0" (S1501). Toku-zu 2 When the number of reserved balls is "0" (YES in S1501), that is, the memory of the random number counter value group acquired due to winning in the second starting opening 12 (reserved information of Toku-zu 2) is If not, the process ends. On the other hand, when the special map 2 number of reserved balls is not “0” (NO in S1501), that is, when there is one or more memories of the random number counter value group acquired due to winning in the second starting opening 12. The special figure 2 jackpot determination processing (S1502) and the special figure 2 variation pattern selection processing (S1503) described later are performed.

  After that, the game control microcomputer 101 executes a game state management process (S1504) described later. Subsequently, the special figure 2 number of reserved balls is decremented by 1 (S1505). Then, the storage location (storage area) of various counter values in the second special figure reservation storage unit 105b is shifted by one to the side where it is read from the current position, and at the same time as the fourth reservation in the second special figure reservation storage unit 105b. The corresponding storage area (the storage area farthest from the side to be read) is cleared (S1506). In this way, the second special figure reservation is digested in the order in which they are reserved.

  Subsequently, the game control microcomputer 101 executes a special figure 2 variation start process (S1507). In the special figure 2 fluctuation start processing (S1507), the second special operation status is set to "2", and the special figure 2 fluctuation start command is set in the output buffer of the game RAM 104. Then, the fluctuation time (variation time of special figure 2) corresponding to the fluctuation pattern set in the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern selection processing (S1503) is set in the special figure 2 fluctuation time timer, and the second special figure The variable display of the second special symbol is started on the display 81b. The special figure 2 fluctuation start command set in the special figure 2 fluctuation start process (S1507) includes information on the special figure stop symbol data set in the special figure 2 jackpot determination process (S1502) and the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern. The information of the fluctuation pattern set in the selection process (S1503) (information including the fluctuation time and the stop time information of Toku-zu 2) is included.

  [Special figure 2 big hit determination processing] As shown in FIG. 32, in the special figure 2 big hit determination processing (S1502), first, a big hit random number counter value (value of label-TRND-A) is read as a determination value (S1601). Specifically, the jackpot random number counter value stored as the first hold information in the second special figure hold storage unit 105b is read.

  Next, the jackpot determination table (FIG. 10 (A)) corresponding to the gaming state is set (S1602). That is, in the normal probability state (non-high probability state), the table for special figure 2 and non-high probability state of the jackpot determination table is set. On the other hand, in the high probability state, the special jackpot 2 and the high probability state table of the jackpot determination table are set.

  Next, it is determined whether or not the first jackpot flag is ON (S1603). The first jackpot flag is a flag indicating that the jackpot is determined in the lottery of the above-mentioned special figure 1 (see step S1307 in FIG. 28). If the first jackpot flag is ON (YES in S1603), the special symbol stop symbol data (01H) corresponding to the lost symbol is set (S1610) without performing the jackpot hit determination (S1604) described later, Finish the process. This means that even if the special figure 2 big hit determination process (S1502) is executed during the variable display of the special figure 1 showing the big hit winning, it is determined to be lost.

  If the first jackpot flag is not ON in step S1603 (NO in S1603), it is determined whether or not it is a jackpot based on the jackpot determination table (see FIG. 10A) set in step S1602. If the result of the jackpot hit determination is “big hit” (YES in S1604), it is determined whether the time saving flag is ON (S1605). If the time saving flag is ON (YES in S1605), the time saving flag is turned OFF (S1606), and the process proceeds to step S1607. If the time saving flag is OFF (NO in S1605), the second jackpot flag is turned ON (S1607). In this embodiment, if the time saving flag is ON, the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is the time saving state. If the time saving flag is OFF, the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is the non-time saving state. Then, the hit type random number counter value (value of label-TRND-AS) is read out, the jackpot type is determined based on the hit type determination table shown in FIG. 7 (B) (S1608), and the special type corresponding to the jackpot type is determined. The figure stop symbol data (see FIG. 7B) is set (S1609), and the process ends. On the other hand, if it is not the “big hit” (NO in S1604), the process proceeds to step S1610. In step S1610, as described above, the special symbol stop symbol data (01H) corresponding to the lost symbol is set, and the process ends.

  [Special figure 2 variation pattern selection process] Next, the special figure 2 variation pattern selection process (S1503) will be described with reference to FIGS. As shown in FIG. 33, in the special figure 2 variation pattern selection process (S1503), first, it is determined whether the game state is a time saving state (whether the time saving flag is ON) (S1701).

  If it is not in the time saving state (NO in S1701), that is, if it is in the non-time saving state, it is subsequently determined whether or not the gaming state is the high probability state (whether or not a probability variation flag described later is ON). If it is not in the high probability state (NO in S1702), that is, in the low probability non-time saving state, it is subsequently determined whether or not the second jackpot flag is ON (S1703). If it is ON (YES in S1703), refer to the low-probability non-time saving state medium / big hit table (part of the special figure fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 11 corresponding to special figure 2 and low probability non-time saving state and big hit). Then, the variation pattern is selected based on the variation pattern random number counter value (value of label-TRND-T1) (S1704).

  In step S1703, if the second jackpot flag is not ON (NO in S1703), the low probability non-time saving state loss table (special figure 2 and low probability non-time saving state of the special figure variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 11). Also, the variation pattern is selected based on the variation pattern random number counter value (value of label-TRND-T1) with reference to the portion corresponding to the loss (S1705).

  Here, in the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, as shown in FIG. 11, the fluctuation pattern determination table of special figure 2 in the low-probability non-time saving state and the fluctuation pattern table of special figure 2 in the high-probability non-time saving state are separately provided. Be prepared for. Then, when the fluctuation pattern determination table of the special figure 2 in the low probability non-time saving state is used, the fluctuation patterns P21 and P22 having an extremely long fluctuation time of 600,000 ms are selected. As a result, in the low-probability non-time saving state, even if the player makes a right hit and enters the electric ball 12D, the lottery result of the second special symbol cannot be obtained for an extremely long time of 10 minutes. Therefore, it is possible to avoid the unintended game of right-handed play in the low-probability untimely state.

  If it is determined in step S1702 that the state is a high probability state (YES in step S1702), it means that the state is a high-probability non-time saving state. As shown in FIG. 34, it is determined whether or not the second jackpot flag is ON ( S1706). If it is ON (YES in S1706), refer to the high-accuracy non-time saving state medium / big hit table (part of the special figure variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 11 corresponding to special figure 2 and high accuracy non-time saving state and big hit). Then, the variation pattern is selected based on the variation pattern random number counter value (value of label-TRND-T1) (S1707). In step S1707 of the present embodiment, the fluctuation pattern P31 having an extremely long fluctuation time of 120,000 ms is selected as compared with the fluctuation pattern selected as the low-probability short-time state or the high-probability short-time state.

  When the second jackpot flag is OFF (NO in S1706), it is determined whether or not the reach random number counter value (value of label-TRND-RC) is the reach success random number value (S1708). When the reach random number counter value is the reach success random number value (YES in S1708), that is, when the reach is present, the reachable loss table during the highly accurate non-time saving state (of the special figure variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 11) The special pattern 2 and the portion corresponding to the highly accurate non-time saving state and the reach loss) are selected based on the fluctuation pattern random number counter value (S1709).

  On the other hand, if the reach random number counter value is not the reach success random number value (NO in S1708), that is, if there is no reach, there is no reach table in the high-precision non-time saving state (the special figure variation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 11). Among them, the special pattern 2 and the portion corresponding to the highly accurate non-time saving state and the loss without reach) are selected to select a fluctuation pattern based on the fluctuation pattern random number counter value (S1710).

  If it is determined in step S1701 that the game state is the time saving state (YES in S1701), the special figure fluctuation pattern determination table to be referred to is the table in the time saving state (see FIG. 11), as shown in FIG. The processing (S1711 to S1715) is performed in the same flow as steps S1706 to S1710 except that the portion corresponding to the time saving state of the special figure fluctuation pattern determination table is used. That is, when the second jackpot flag is ON (YES in S1711), the fluctuation pattern random number counter value is referred to with reference to the time saving state medium jackpot table (part 2 in FIG. 11, which corresponds to the time saving state and jackpot). A variation pattern is selected on the basis of this (S1712).

  If the reach random number counter value is the reach success random number (YES in S1713), refer to the reach loss table during the time saving state (the special figure 2 in FIG. 11 and the portion corresponding to the reach loss). A fluctuation pattern is selected based on the fluctuation pattern random number counter value (S1714).

  If the reach random number counter value is not a reach success random number value (NO in S1713), refer to the reach-without-miss table during the time saving state (the special figure 2 of FIG. 11 and the part corresponding to the reach-less loss). A fluctuation pattern is selected based on the fluctuation pattern random number counter value (S1715). Here, as shown in FIG. 10 (B), the reach success random number value is "1" to "10" in the time saving state, and "1" to "30" in the non-time saving state. That is, the time-saving state is less likely to reach the variation effect than the non-time-saving state. This is for speeding up the digestion speed of the special figure reservation by allowing more non-reach with a short fluctuation time to be selected in the short-time state.

  After the variation pattern is selected as described above, as shown in FIG. 33, the selected variation pattern is set (S1716), and this processing is finished. The information on the variation pattern set in step S1716 is included in the special figure 2 variation start command set in step S1507 in the second special symbol waiting process (S1003).

  [Game state management process] The game state management process (S1204) in the first special symbol standby process (S1003) and the game state management process (S1504) in the second special symbol standby process (S1003) will be described collectively. In the present embodiment, the game state management process (S1204, S1504) is executed immediately after the special figure 1 big hit determination process (S1202), the special figure 2 big hit determination process (S1502), and the first special symbol variation process (S1005 ), Is executed before the second special symbol changing process (S1005). Thereby, at the start timing of the variable display of the special symbol, it is possible to switch the game state (switch from the time saving state to the non-time saving state).

  As shown in FIG. 36, in the game state management process (S1204, S1504), first, it is determined whether the probability variation flag indicating that the high probability state is ON is ON (S1801). If ON (YES in S1801), the value of the probability variation counter that counts the number of fluctuations of the special figure executed during the high probability state is decremented by 1 (S1802), and whether the value of the probability variation counter is "0" or not. A determination is made (S1803). If it is "0" (YES in S1803), the probability variation flag is turned off (S1804). If the decision result in the step S1801 or S1803 is NO, the process advances to a step S1805. As will be described later, in the pachinko gaming machine PY1, since the value of the probability variation counter is set to "10000" at the time of transition to the high probability state, the value of the probability variation counter is substantially "0" in step S1803. It is almost never judged.

  Subsequently, it is determined whether or not the time saving flag indicating the time saving state is ON (S1805). If it is ON (YES in S1805), the value of the hour / hour counter that counts the number of fluctuations of the special figure executed during the hour / hour is decremented by 1 (S1806), and it is determined whether the value of the hour / hour counter is "0". Yes (S1807). If it is "0" (YES in S1807), the time saving flag is turned off (S1808). As a result, the time saving state shifts to the non-time saving state. If the decision result in the step S1805 or S1807 is NO, the process advances to a step S1809. In the pachinko gaming machine PY1, as will be described later, the value of the time saving counter is set to "100" or "10000" when shifting to the time saving state.

  In step S1809, the game control microcomputer 101 sets a game state designation command including the current game state information, the set probability variation counter value, the time saving counter value information, etc. in the output buffer of the game RAM 104, This process ends.

  [First special symbol variation process] As shown in FIG. 37, in the first special symbol variation process (S1005), first, the value set in the special figure 1 variation time timer (variation time of special figure 1) is set. Subtract (S1901). Then, it is determined whether or not the fluctuation time of special figure 1 has passed, that is, whether the value set in the special figure 1 fluctuation time timer has become "0" (S1902). If it is not "0" (NO in S1902), the first special symbol display 81a continues to variably display the first special symbol, and this processing ends. On the other hand, if it is "0" (YES in S1902), the special figure 1 fluctuation stop command is set (S1903), and the first special operation status is set to "3" (S1904). Then, the variable display of the first special symbol is stopped by the symbol (big hit symbol or lost symbol) according to the special symbol stop symbol data that has been set (S1905), and this processing is ended.

  [Second special symbol fluctuation process] As shown in FIG. 38, in the second special symbol fluctuation process (S1005), first, the value set in the special figure 2 fluctuation time timer (variation time of special figure 2) is set. Subtract (S2001). Then, it is determined whether or not the fluctuation time of special figure 2 has passed, that is, whether the value set in the special figure 2 fluctuation time timer has become "0" (S2002). If it is not "0" (NO in S2002), the second special symbol display 81b continuously displays the second special symbol in a variably manner, and this process is ended. On the other hand, if it is "0" (YES in S2002), the special figure 2 fluctuation stop command is set (S2003), and the second special operation status is set to "3" (S2004). Then, the variable display of the second special symbol is stopped by the symbol (big hit symbol or lost symbol) according to the set special symbol stop symbol data (S2005), and this process is finished.

  [First special symbol determination process] As shown in FIG. 39, in the first special symbol determination process (S1007), first, it is determined whether or not the stop time of the first special symbol has elapsed (S2101). If it has not elapsed (NO in S2101), this process is immediately terminated. On the other hand, if the stop time has elapsed (YES in S2101), the process proceeds to step S2102.

  In step S2102, it is determined whether or not the first jackpot flag is ON. If it is ON (YES in S2102), the first special operation status is set to "4" (S2103). Then, the game control microcomputer 101 performs a special figure 2 forced stop process described later (S2104) and a game state reset process described later (S2105). After that, in order to start the jackpot game, the jackpot opening command is set (S2106), and the jackpot game opening is started (S2107).

  Following step S2107, the game control microcomputer 101 sets an open pattern (see FIG. 7A for details) according to the type of jackpot that was won (S2108), and ends this processing. At this time, the value of the special winning opening opening counter that counts the number of times the first special winning opening 14 is open during the big hit game is set to a value according to the type of the winning big hit.

  On the other hand, if the first jackpot flag is not ON in step S2102 (NO in S2102), the jackpot game based on the lottery of Toku-zu 1 is not started, so the first special operation status is set to "1" (S2109). , This process ends.

  [Special figure 2 forced stop processing] Special figure 2 forced stop processing (S2104), when the big hit game based on the lottery of special figure 1 is started during the variable display of special figure 2, the variable display of special figure 2 is displayed. This is a process for forcibly ending. As shown in FIG. 40, in the special figure 2 forced stop process (S2104), first, it is determined whether or not the second special operation status is "2" (S2201). If it is not "2" (NO in S2201), the variable display of the special map 2 is not in progress, so this processing is ended. On the other hand, if it is "2" (YES in S2201), the game control microcomputer 101 sets the special figure 2 fluctuation stop command in the output buffer of the game RAM 104 (S2202). Subsequently, the second special symbol which is being variably displayed is forcibly stopped and displayed (S2203). As a result, the lost symbols are stopped and displayed on the second special figure display 81b. Then, the second special operation status is set to "1" (S2204), and this processing ends.

  [Game State Reset Process] As shown in FIG. 41, in the game state reset process (S2105, S2405), it is first determined whether or not the probability variation flag is ON (S2301), and if the probability variation flag is ON (YES in S2301). ), The probability variation flag is turned off (S2302). On the other hand, if the probability variation flag is not ON, that is, if the probability variation flag is OFF (NO in S2301), the process directly proceeds to step S2303. In step S2303, it is determined whether the time saving flag is ON (S2303). If the time saving flag is ON (YES in S2303), the time saving flag is turned OFF (S2304). That is, during the execution of the jackpot game, it is controlled to the normal probability state and the non-time saving state (normal game state, low probability non-time saving state). On the other hand, if the time saving flag is not ON, that is, if the time saving flag is OFF (NO in S2303), the process directly proceeds to step S2305. After that, the value of the probability variation counter is reset to "0" (S2305). Then, the value of the time saving counter is reset to "0" (S2306), and this processing is finished.

  [Second special symbol determination process] As shown in FIG. 42, in the second special symbol determination process (S1007), first, it is determined whether or not the stop time of the second special symbol has elapsed (S2401). If it has not elapsed (NO in S2401), this process is immediately terminated. On the other hand, if the stop time has elapsed (YES in S2401), the process proceeds to step S2402.

  In step S2402, it is determined whether or not the second jackpot flag is ON. If the second jackpot flag is ON (YES in S2402), the second special operation status is set to "4" (S2403). Then, the game control microcomputer 101 performs a special figure 1 forced stop process described later (S2404) and also performs a game state reset process (S2405). The game state reset process (S2405) is as already described with reference to FIG. After that, in order to start the jackpot game, the jackpot opening command is set (S2406), and the jackpot game opening is started (S2407).

  Subsequent to step S2407, the game control microcomputer 101 sets an open pattern (see FIG. 7B for details) according to the type of jackpot that was won (S2408), and ends this processing. At this time, the value of the special winning opening opening counter that counts the number of times the first special winning opening 14 is open during the big hit game is set to a value according to the type of the winning big hit.

  If the second jackpot flag is not ON (NO in S2402), the jackpot game based on the lottery of special figure 2 is not started, so the second special operation status is set to "1" (S2409), and this processing To finish.

  [Special figure 1 forced stop process] Special figure 1 forced stop process (S2404), when the special jackpot game based on the lottery of special figure 2 is started during the variable display of special figure 1, the variable display of special figure 1 is displayed. This is a process for forcibly ending. As shown in FIG. 43, in the special figure 1 forced stop process (S2404), first, it is determined whether or not the first special operation status is "2" (S2501). If it is not “2” (NO in S2501), the variable display of special figure 1 is not in progress, so this processing ends. On the other hand, if it is "2" (YES in S2501), the game control microcomputer 101 sets the special figure 1 fluctuation stop command in the output buffer of the game RAM 104 (S2502). Then, the first special symbol in the variable display is forcibly stopped and displayed (S2503). As a result, the lost symbols are stopped and displayed on the first special figure display 81a. Then, the first special operation status is set to "1" (S2504), and this processing ends.

  [Special electric auditors product processing 1 (big hit game)] Special electric auditors product processing 1 is a process for executing a big hit game. In the following, the special electric auditors product processing 1 for executing the jackpot game based on the lottery of the special drawing 1 and the special electric auditors object processing 1 for executing the jackpot game based on the lottery of the special drawing 2 will be collectively described. To do. As shown in FIG. 44, the special electric auditors product processing 1 (S1008) for shifting the jackpot game based on the lottery of the special drawing 1 or the special electric auditors object for executing the jackpot game based on the lottery of the special drawing 2 In process 1 (S1008), first, it is determined whether or not the jackpot end flag is ON (S2601). The jackpot end flag is a flag that indicates that the opening of the jackpot device (first jackpot device 14D) has all ended in the jackpot game being executed.

  If the jackpot end flag is not ON (NO in S2601), it is determined whether or not the first big winning opening 14 is open (that is, whether or not the first big winning device 14D is open) (S2602). If it is not open (NO in S2602), whether it is time to open the first big winning opening 14, that is, the time to open the first big winning opening 14 after the opening time of the big hit has passed. It is determined whether or not the time has come, or the time between the openings has elapsed and the time to start the next opening has been reached (S2603).

  If the decision result in the step S2603 is NO, the process ends as it is. On the other hand, if the decision result in the step S2603 is YES, the special winning opening (first special winning opening 14) is opened according to the opening pattern (see FIG. 7) according to the type of big hit (S2604). Subsequently, in step S2605, a round designation command transmission determination process is performed, and this process ends. In the round designation command transmission determination processing (S2605), it is determined whether or not the opening of the first special winning opening 14 in step S2603 is the first opening in one round game, and if so, the jackpot being executed. A round designation command including information on the number of rounds of the game is set in the output buffer of the game RAM 104. In this embodiment, the first special winning opening 14 is not opened a plurality of times during one round game. Therefore, in this step S2605, the round designation command is always set.

  In step S2602 of the special electric auditors product processing 1 (S1008), if the first special winning opening 14 is open, it is determined whether or not the condition for closing the first special winning opening 14 is satisfied (S2606). .. In this embodiment, the closing condition is that the number of winning prizes to the first special winning opening 14 in the round game has reached the specified maximum winning quantity (in this embodiment, 8 pieces per 1R), or the first large winning opening 14 Is reached (that is, a predetermined opening time (see FIG. 7) has elapsed since opening the first special winning opening 14) is satisfied. If the condition for closing the first special winning opening 14 is not satisfied (NO in S2606), the process ends.

  On the other hand, when the condition for closing the first special winning opening 14 is satisfied (YES in S2606), the first special winning opening 14 is closed (closed) (S2607). Then, it is determined whether or not one round game (round interval) has ended (S2608). If not finished (NO in S2608), the process is finished. On the other hand, when the round game is over (YES in S2608), the value of the round counter is decremented by 1 (S2609), and it is determined whether or not the value of the round counter is "0" (S2610). If it is not "0" (NO in S2610), the process is finished as it is to start the next round game.

  On the other hand, if it is "0" (YES in S2610), as a jackpot ending process for ending the jackpot game, a jackpot ending command is set (S2611) and the jackpot ending is started (S2612). Then, the jackpot end flag is set (S2613), and the process ends.

  If the jackpot end flag is ON in step S2601 (YES in S2601), since the final round is finished, it is determined whether the jackpot game ending time has elapsed (S2614), and the ending time has passed. If not (NO in S2614), this process ends. On the other hand, if the ending time has elapsed (YES in S2614), the jackpot end flag is turned off (S2615). Then, a gaming state setting process described later is performed (S2616). Subsequently, if the jackpot game based on the lottery of special figure 1 is finished, the first jackpot flag is turned off, and if the jackpot game based on the lottery of special figure 2 is finished, the second jackpot flag is turned off (S2617). After that, if the jackpot game based on the lottery of special figure 1 is finished, the first special operation status is set to "1", or if the jackpot game based on the lottery of special figure 2 is finished, the second special operation status is set. This is set to "1" (S2618), and this processing ends. In this way, in the execution of the jackpot game based on the lottery of special figure 1, while the first special operation status is set to "4", special for the transition of the jackpot game based on the lottery of special figure 2 shown in FIG. Each processing S1003, S1005, S1007, S1008 in the operation processing (S107) is not executed. In addition, in the execution of the jackpot game based on the lottery of special figure 2, while the second special operation status is set to "4", for the transition of the jackpot game based on the lottery of special figure 1 shown in FIG. Each processing S1003, S1005, S1007, S1008 in the special operation processing (S107) will not be executed.

  [Game state setting process] As shown in FIG. 45, in the game state setting process (S2616), first, the gaming state at the time of jackpot winning by lottery in the special figure is a low-probability non-time saving state, a low-probability time saving state, a high-probability non-time saving state , Or the high-accuracy time saving state is referred to (S2701). Next, refer to the special figure stop symbol data (see FIG. 7) according to the jackpot type (S2702). The game state after the jackpot game is set based on the game state referred to in step S2701 and the special figure stop symbol data referred to in step S2702 (S2703). However, in the present embodiment, the gaming state after the jackpot game is set only by the special figure stop symbol data referred to in step S2702 (S2703). The process advances to step S2704 to end this processing, and advances to step S2617 in FIG.

  Specifically, when the stop symbol of the special map 1 that is won in the lottery of the special map 1 is the special symbol 1_probability variation symbol 1, the gaming state after the jackpot game is set to the high-probability time saving state. In this case, the probability variation flag is turned on and the value of the probability variation counter is set to "10000". Further, the time saving flag is turned on and the value of the time saving counter is set to "10000". In this way, when the special figure 1_probability variation symbol 1 is won, it is controlled to a highly accurate time saving state after the big hit game.

  Moreover, when the stop symbol of the special map 1 won by the lottery of the special map 1 is the special map 1_probability variation pattern 2, the gaming state after the jackpot game is set to the highly accurate time saving state. In this case, the probability variation flag is turned on and the value of the probability variation counter is set to "10000". Further, the time saving flag is turned on and the value of the time saving counter is set to "100". In this way, when the special figure 1_probability variation symbol 2 is won, it is controlled to a highly accurate time saving state after the big hit game.

  Moreover, when the stop symbol of the special map 1 won by the lottery of the special map 1 is the special symbol 1_normal symbol 1, the gaming state after the big hit game is set to the low-probability time saving state. In this case, the time saving flag is turned on and the value of the time saving counter is set to "100". On the other hand, the probability variation flag is not turned on. In this way, when the special figure 1_normal symbol 1 is won, it is controlled to a low-probability time saving state after the big hit game.

  When the stop symbol of the special figure 2 which is won by the lottery of the special figure 2 is the special figure 2_probability variation design, the gaming state after the jackpot game is set to the highly precise non-time saving state. In this case, the probability variation flag is turned on and the value of the probability variation counter is set to "10000". On the other hand, the time saving flag is not turned on. In this way, if the special figure 2_probability variation symbol is won, it will be controlled to a highly precise non-time saving state after the jackpot game.

  When the stop symbol of the special figure 2 which is won in the lottery of the special figure 2 is the special figure 2_normal symbol, the gaming state after the big hit game is set to the low-probability time saving state. In this case, the time saving flag is turned on and the value of the time saving counter is set to "100". On the other hand, the probability variation flag is not turned on. In this way, when the special symbol 2_normal symbol is won, it is controlled to a low-probability time saving state after the big hit game.

  In step S2704, the game control microcomputer 101 includes a game state information set in step S2703 (probability variation flag ON or OFF, time reduction flag ON or OFF, probability variation counter value, time reduction counter value information) The state designation command is set in the output buffer of the game RAM 104.

  [Special electric auditors product processing 2 (small hit game)] Special electric auditors product processing 2 is a process for executing a small hit game. As shown in FIG. 46, in the special electric auditors product processing 2 (S108), first, it is determined whether or not the small hit flag is ON (S2801). When the small hit flag is not ON, that is, when the small hit flag is OFF (NO in S2801), this processing is finished as it is, and proceeds to other processing (S109) in FIG. If the small hit flag is ON (YES in S2801), it is determined whether the small hit end flag is ON (S2802). The small hit end flag is a flag indicating that the opening of the big winning device (the second big winning device 15D) has been completed in the small hit game being executed.

  If the small hit end flag is not ON (NO in S2802), it is determined whether or not the second special winning opening 15 is open (that is, whether or not the second special winning device 15D is open) (S2803). If it is not open (NO in S2803), whether or not the time to open the second special winning opening 15 has been reached, that is, the predetermined small hit opening time (see FIG. 8) has elapsed, the second special winning opening 15 It is determined whether the time to start the opening has been reached (S2804). In this embodiment, the small hit opening time (small hit OP time) when the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is the low-probability non-time saving state is “600 seconds” (see FIG. 8), and is set to an extremely long time. ing. In the present embodiment, a right hit is performed by the player in the low-probability non-time saving state, a small hit game is executed in the low-probability non-time saving state, a game ball enters the second big winning opening 15, and the game is played. As a right-handing measure so as not to give an unreasonable profit to a person, the small hit opening time (small hit OP time) in a low-probability untimely state is set to an extremely long time. In addition, the small hit opening time (small hit OP time) is "0.004 seconds" regardless of whether the gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is the low-probability short-time state, the high-probability short-time state, or the high-probability non-short-time state. (See FIG. 8), it is set to an extremely short time.

  If the decision result in the step S2804 is NO, the process is ended as it is. On the other hand, if the decision result in the step S2804 is YES, the second special winning opening 15 is opened according to a predetermined opening pattern (see the table showing the contents of the small hit game of FIG. 8) (S2805).

  If the second special winning opening 15 is open in step S2803 (YES in S2803), whether or not the number of winnings to the second special winning opening 15 has reached the specified maximum winning number (three in the present embodiment). Is determined (S2806). If the specified winning number has not been reached (NO in S2806), whether or not the opening time of the second special winning opening 15 has passed (that is, a predetermined opening time (in this embodiment, after opening the second special winning opening 15) 1.6 seconds) has elapsed) is determined (S2807). If the opening time of the second special winning opening 15 has not elapsed (NO in S2807), the process ends.

  On the other hand, when the specified winning number has been reached (YES in S2806) or the opening time of the second special winning opening 15 has elapsed (YES in S2807), that is, one of the two opening end conditions is reached. If it is satisfied, the second special winning opening 15 is closed (blocked) (S2808). Then, the small hit end flag is turned on (S2809), and this processing ends.

  If the small hit end flag is ON in step S2802 (YES in S2802), it is determined whether or not the small hit ending time after the closing of the second special winning opening 15 in the small hit game has elapsed (S2810), If the small hit ending time has not elapsed (NO in S2810), this process ends. In this embodiment, the small hitting ending time (ED time) is “0.3 seconds” (see FIG. 8), which is set to an extremely short time. The small hit ED time may be set as a time (a short time of about 1000 ms) at which it is possible to confirm that the game balls that have won the second big winning device 15D are discharged to the outside of the second big winning device 15D.

  On the other hand, if the small hit ending time has elapsed (YES in S2810), the small hit end flag is turned off (S2811). After that, the small hit flag is turned off (S2812). Subsequently, in order to notify the effect control board 120 (effect control microcomputer 121) of the end of the small hit game, a small hit game end command is set in the output buffer of the game RAM 104 (S2813), and this processing is ended.

12. Operation of production control microcomputer 121 [Sub-control main processing] Next, the operation of the production control microcomputer 121 will be described with reference to FIGS. 47 to 51. The counter, the timer, the flag, the status, the buffer, and the like that appear in the description of the operation of the effect control microcomputer 121 are provided in the effect RAM 124. When the power of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is turned on, the effect control microcomputer 121 provided in the effect control board 120 reads out and executes the program of the sub-control main processing shown in FIG. 47 from the effect ROM 123. As shown in the figure, in the sub-control main processing, CPU initialization processing is first performed (S4001). In the CPU initialization processing (S4001), stack setting, constant setting, effect CPU 122 setting, SIO, PIO, CTC (circuit for managing interrupt time), and the like are performed.

  Subsequently, it is determined whether the power-off signal is ON and the contents of the effect RAM 124 are normal (S4002). If the determination result is NO, the effect RAM 124 is initialized (S4003) and the process proceeds to step S4004. On the other hand, if the determination result is YES (YES in S4002), the effect RAM 124 is not initialized and the process proceeds to step S4004. That is, if the power-off signal is not ON, or if the effect RAM 124 contents are not normal even if the power-OFF signal is ON (NO in S4002), the effect RAM 124 is initialized, but power is interrupted due to a power failure or the like. When the signal is turned on but the contents of the effect RAM 124 are normally maintained (YES in S4002), the effect RAM 124 is not initialized. If the effect RAM 124 is initialized, the values of various flags, statuses, counters, etc. are reset. Further, steps S4001 to S4003 are executed only once after the power is turned on, and are not executed thereafter.

  In step S4004, interrupts are prohibited. Next, random number seed update processing is executed (S4005). In the random number seed update process (S4005), the values of various effect determination random number counters are updated. The random numbers for effect determination include random numbers for effect symbol determination for determining effect symbols, random numbers for determining variable effect pattern for determining variable effect patterns, and for predictive effect determination for determining various notice effects. There are random numbers. The random number updating method can be the same as the random number updating process performed by the game control board 100 described above. When updating, the random number values may be added not by one, but by two. This is the same in the random number update process performed by the game control board 100 described above.

  When the random number seed update processing (S4005) is completed, command transmission processing is executed (S4006). In the command transmission process (S4006), various commands stored in the output buffer in the effect RAM 124 of the effect control board 120 are transmitted to the image control board 140. The image control board 140 that has received the command executes various effects (effect symbol variation effect, opening effect accompanying the jackpot game, round effect, ending effect, etc.) using the image display device 50 according to the command. Note that the effect control board 120 outputs sound from the speaker 610 via the sound control board 161, or the panel lamp 54 or the frame lamp via the sub-drive board 162 in accordance with execution of various effects by the image control board 140. 212 is caused to emit light, and the movable board 55k is driven. The production control microcomputer 121 subsequently enables interrupts (S4007). After that, steps S4004 to S4007 are looped. While interrupts are enabled, reception interrupt processing (S4008), 1 ms timer interrupt processing (S4009), and 10 ms timer interrupt processing (S4010) can be executed.

  [Reception Interrupt Process] In the reception interrupt process (S4008), when the strobe signal (STB signal) is turned on, that is, the strobe signal sent from the game control board 100 is input to the external INT input unit of the effect control microcomputer 121. And the other interrupt processing (S4009, S4010) is executed in priority. As shown in FIG. 48, in the reception interrupt process (S4008), various commands transmitted from the game control board 100 are stored in the reception buffer of the effect RAM 124 (S4101).

  [1 ms timer interrupt process] The 1 ms timer interrupt process (S4009) is executed every time an interrupt pulse of 1 msec cycle is input to the effect control board 120. As shown in FIG. 49, in the 1 ms timer interrupt process (S4009), first, the input process (S4201) is performed. In the input process (S4201), switch data (edge data and level data) is created based on detection signals from the effect button detection sensor 40a (see FIG. 6) and the select button detection sensor 42a (see FIG. 6).

  Then, a lamp data output process (S4202) is performed. In the lamp data output process (S4202), the lamp data created in the other process (S4304) in the 10 ms timer interrupt process, which will be described later, is transmitted to the sub-drive board 162 in order to cause the panel lamp 54 and the frame lamp 212 to emit light at a timing suitable for the effect. Output. That is, the panel lamp 54 and the frame lamp 212 are caused to emit light in a predetermined light emission mode according to the lamp data.

  Next, drive control processing (S4203) is performed. In the drive control process (S4203), drive data is created or output so as to drive the movable board 55k at a timing suitable for the performance. That is, the movable board 55k is driven in a predetermined operation mode according to the drive data. Then, the watchdog timer process (S4204) for resetting the watchdog timer is performed, and the process is finished.

  [10 ms timer interrupt processing] The 10 ms timer interrupt processing (S4010) is executed every time an interrupt pulse of 10 msec cycle is input to the effect control board 120. As shown in FIG. 50, in the 10 ms timer interrupt process (S4010), first, a received command analysis process described later is performed (S4301). Next, a switch state acquisition process of storing the switch data created by the 1 ms timer interrupt process in the effect RAM 124 as switch data for the 10 ms timer interrupt process is performed (S4302). Subsequently, a switch process for setting the display content of the display screen 50a based on the switch data stored in the switch state acquisition process (S4302) is performed (S4303).

  After that, the production control microcomputer 121 creates lamp data (data that controls lighting of the panel lamp 54 and the frame lamp 212), and creates voice data (data that controls output of voice from the speaker 610) and voice. Other processing such as outputting to the control board 161 and updating various effect determination random numbers is executed (S4304).

  [Reception Command Analysis Process] As shown in FIG. 51, in the reception command analysis process (S4301), the effect control microcomputer 121 first determines whether or not a game state designation command is received from the game control board 100 (S4401). ), If received (YES in S4401), mode status setting processing is performed (S4402). Here, in the mode status setting process (S4402), the received game state designation command is analyzed, and the mode status value is set based on the game state information included in the game state designation command. The production control microcomputer 121 sets the mode status to “1” when setting the daytime mode (see FIG. 14A) while being controlled to the low-probability non-time saving state. Further, when the forest mode (see FIG. 14B) is set while being controlled to the low-probability time saving state, "2" is set to the mode status. In addition, when the night mode (see FIG. 14C) is set while the high-accuracy time saving state is being controlled, "3" is set in the mode status. In addition, when the space mode (see FIG. 14D) is set while being controlled to the highly accurate non-time saving state, "4" is set to the mode status. The mode status is "1" by default. In step S4402, the effect control microcomputer 121 updates the information on the values of various effect counters. Specifically, the value of the probability variation counter provided in the effect RAM 124 is updated based on the information on the value of the probability variation counter. Further, the value of the time saving effect counter provided in the effect RAM 124 is updated based on the information on the value of the time saving counter.

  Next, the effect control microcomputer 121 determines whether or not a variation start command (special figure 1 variation start command or special figure 2 variation start command) has been received from the game control board 100 (S4403), and if it has received. (YES in S4403), it is determined whether or not the mode status is changed to "5" (S4404). In addition, in the fluctuation start command, information of special figure stop design data set in the big hit determination processing (special figure 1 big hit determination processing (S1202), special figure 2 big hit determination processing (S1502)), and special figure fluctuation pattern selection processing The information of the fluctuation patterns set in the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern selection processing (S1203) and the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern selection processing (S1503) (information including fluctuation time and stop time information of special figures) is included. There is. Here, in step S4404, the case where the effect control microcomputer 121 determines to change the mode status to "5" means that the received special map 2 fluctuation start when the night mode (high accuracy time saving state) is set. The information of the special figure stop symbol data included in the command is the case of the special figure 2_probable variation symbol or the special figure 2_normal symbol.

  When changing the mode status to "5" (YES in S4404), the empty mode changing process is performed (S4405). Here, in the empty mode changing process (S4405), the effect control microcomputer 121 sets the mode status to "5" because it is the case of setting the empty mode (see FIG. 15E). Accordingly, the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 displays the sky background image H5 corresponding to the sky mode on the display screen 50a as shown in FIG. In this way, the player can be informed that the effect mode is set to the sky mode by displaying the sky background image H5.

  Next, the effect control microcomputer 121 determines whether or not to change the mode status to "4" (S4406). Here, in step S4406, the case where the production control microcomputer 121 determines to change the mode status to “4” means that the night mode (the highly accurate time saving state after winning the probability variation jackpot 2) is set. The value of the time saving effect counter provided in the effect RAM 124 is “0”.

  When the mode status is changed to "4" (YES in S4406), space mode change processing is performed (S4407). In the space mode change process (S4407), the effect control microcomputer 121 sets the mode status to "4" because it is the case of setting the space mode (see FIG. 15D). As a result, the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 displays the space background image H4 corresponding to the space mode on the display screen 50a as shown in FIG. Thus, the display of the space background image H4 enables the player to know that the effect mode is set to the space mode.

  Then, the effect control microcomputer 121 performs a variable effect start process (S4408). In the fluctuating effect start process (S4408), the effect control microcomputer 121 analyzes the fluctuating start command (special figure 1 fluctuating start command or special figure 2 fluctuating start command), and based on the analysis result, fluctuating effect is generated. A variation effect start command for starting is set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124. As a result, when the variation start command is transmitted to the image control board 140, the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 displays the variation effect on the display screen 50a. Here, when the sky mode is changed to the sky mode in the sky mode changing process (S4405), the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 displays the message "S" in the lower left part of the display screen 50a as shown in FIG. The period suggestion image OT of “01:20” is displayed. Thus, by displaying the period suggesting image OT, the player can grasp the period until the transition of the highly accurate non-time saving state with the start of the variable display of the second special symbol showing the big hit. It will be possible.

  Subsequently, the effect control microcomputer 121 determines whether or not the variation stop command is received from the game control board 100 (S4409), and if it is received (YES in S4409), the variation effect end process (S4410) is performed. .. In the fluctuation effect ending process (S4410), the fluctuation stop command is analyzed, and based on the analysis result, the fluctuation effect ending command for ending the fluctuation effect is set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124.

  Subsequently, the effect control microcomputer 121 determines whether or not an opening command has been received from the game control board 100 (S4411), and if it has received (YES in S4411), performs an opening effect selection process (S4412). In addition, the opening command of the present embodiment includes information about the special figure stop symbol data (see FIG. 7) set when the jackpot is won. On the other hand, if not received (NO in S4411), the process directly proceeds to S4413. In the opening effect selection process (S4412), the opening command is analyzed, and the pattern (content) of the opening effect to be executed during the opening of the jackpot game is selected based on the analysis result. Then, an opening effect start command for starting the opening effect with the selected opening effect pattern is set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124. In the present embodiment, when the information included in the special figure stop symbol data included in the opening command is the special figure 2_probability variation symbol, the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 is shown in FIG. 18 (B). As shown, the state confirmation display image J of “◯ Δ □” is displayed in the lower right part of the display screen 50a. In this way, by displaying the state confirmation display image J of "○ △ □", the jackpot game of 10R, which has the maximum number of award balls, is executed, and the highly accurate non-time saving state after the jackpot game is finished. It becomes possible to grasp that the jackpot game of 10R, which has the maximum number of award balls, is executed when the jackpot is won in the highly accurate non-time saving state.

  Subsequently, the effect control microcomputer 121 determines whether or not a round designation command has been received from the game control board 100 (S4413), and if it has received (YES in S4413), performs a round effect selection process (S4414). .. On the other hand, if not received (NO in S4413), the process directly proceeds to S4415. In the present embodiment, the round designation command includes information regarding the special figure stop symbol data (see FIG. 7) set when the jackpot is won. Then, in the round effect selection processing (S4414), the round designation command is analyzed, and based on the analysis result, the pattern (content) of the round effect to be executed during the round game of the jackpot game is selected. Then, a round effect start command for starting the round effect with the selected round effect pattern is set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124. In the present embodiment, when the state confirmation display image J in the display mode of “◯ Δ □” is displayed in the lower right part of the display screen 50a, the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 is shown in FIG. As shown, the display mode of “◯ Δ □” of the state confirmation display image J displayed in the lower right part of the display screen 50a is changed to “● Δ □”. Thus, by displaying the state confirmation display image J of “● Δ □”, the player can know that the jackpot game of 10R with the maximum number of won balls is being executed. Further, in the present embodiment, when the state confirmation display image J in the display mode of "● ▲ □" is displayed in the lower right part of the display screen 50a, the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 is shown in FIG. As shown in, the display mode of "● ▲ □" of the state confirmation display image J displayed at the lower right of the display screen 50a is changed to "● ▲ ■". In this way, the player can execute the 10R jackpot game with the maximum number of award balls by displaying the state confirmation display image J of "● ▲ ■", and the highly accurate non-time saving state after the jackpot game is finished. Alternatively, it is possible to know that the state shifts to either the low-probability time saving state.

  Next, the effect control microcomputer 121 determines whether or not an ending command is received from the game control board 100 (S4415), and if it is received (YES in S4415), an ending effect selection process (S4416) is performed. On the other hand, if not received (NO in S4415), the process directly proceeds to step S4417. In the present embodiment, the ending command includes information about the special figure stop symbol data (see FIG. 7) set when the jackpot is won. Then, in the ending effect selection process (S4416), the ending command is analyzed, and based on the analysis result, the ending effect pattern (content) to be executed at the ending time of the jackpot game is selected. Then, an ending effect start command for starting the ending effect with the selected ending effect pattern is set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124. Further, in the present embodiment, when the state confirmation display image J in the display mode of “● Δ □” is displayed in the lower right part of the display screen 50a, the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 is shown in FIG. As shown in, the display mode of "● △ □" of the state confirmation display image J displayed at the lower right of the display screen 50a is changed to "● ▲ □". Thus, by displaying the state confirmation display image J of "● ▲ □", it becomes possible for the player to know that the transition to the highly accurate non-time saving state is confirmed after the end of the big hit game. Even after the jackpot game is over, the state confirmation display image J in the display mode of "● ▲ □" is continuously displayed in the lower right part of the display screen 50a even if the high-precision non-time saving state is entered.

  Subsequently, the effect control microcomputer 121 performs a process based on a received command other than the above commands (for example, a process for effecting a variation display of the normal symbol) as another process (S4417). Then, the received command analysis process ends.

13. Effects of the present embodiment As described in detail above, in the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, the variation time of the second special symbol indicating the loss in the highly accurate time saving state is the second special showing the loss in the low probability non-time saving state. Shorter than the shortest variation time of the symbol (see FIG. 11). Further, the variation time of the second special symbol showing the big hit in the high-probability non-time saving state is longer than the longest variation time of the second special symbol showing the loss in the low-probability non-time saving state. In this embodiment, since the high-precision time-shortening state continues until the next jackpot is won by the lottery of special figure 2 in the high-precision time-shortened state, the variation of the second special symbol that is extremely short until the next big-win is won (1 2 seconds, 3 seconds, 4 seconds, see FIG. 11) (see FIG. 11). Then, in the high-precision time-short state, the jackpot is won by the lottery of the special figure 2, and with the start of the jackpot fluctuation of the second special symbol, the long second special symbol in the high-precision non-time-short state that is changed from the high-precision time-short state. The jackpot variation (240 seconds, see FIG. 11) will be performed (see FIG. 21). Therefore, the player can quickly know the lottery result of special figure 2 when the variation of the loss occurs in the high-precision short-time state, and if the jackpot is won by the lottery of special figure 2, the high-precision non-time-saving state is achieved. It will be a meaningful time that you can increase the number of balls by holding a big hit variation through a small hit game. Thus, by playing a game with the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, unlike a conventional pachinko gaming machine, even if the game is played in a highly accurate time saving state, the stress due to the fluctuation time is suppressed, and the gaming of the pachinko gaming machine is performed. Can be made to feel more fun.

  Further, in the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, the variation time of the second special symbol indicating the loss in the low-probability time saving state is shorter than the shortest variation time of the second special symbol indicating the loss in the low-probability non-time saving state. (See Figure 11). Further, the variation time of the second special symbol showing the big hit in the low-probability short-time state is longer than the longest variation time of the second special symbol showing the loss in the low-probability non-short-time state. In the present embodiment, in the low-probability time-shortened state, a very short variation of the second special symbol (1.2 seconds, 3 seconds, 4 seconds, see FIG. 11) is performed until the jackpot is won by the lottery of Toku-zu 2. It will be. Then, in the low probability time saving state, the jackpot is won by the lottery of the special map 2, and with the start of the big hit fluctuation of the second special symbol, the long second special symbol in the low probability non-time saving state that has transitioned from the low accuracy time saving state. The jackpot variation (240 seconds, see FIG. 11) will be performed (see FIG. 21). Therefore, the player can quickly know the lottery result of the special map 2 when the loss variation is performed in the low accurate time saving state. Then, if the jackpot is won by the lottery in the special map 2 and the jackpot variation is performed in the low-probability non-time saving state, the shooting of the game ball toward the right game area 6R is stopped, and the useless ball is not generated, The player can spend a meaningful time while watching the variation effect displayed on the display screen 50a. By doing this, by playing a game with the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, unlike a conventional pachinko gaming machine, even if the game is played in a low-probability time saving state, the stress due to the fluctuation time is suppressed, and the gaming of the pachinko gaming machine is performed. Can be made to feel more fun.

  In addition, in the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, when the jackpot is won by the special drawing by lottery in the time saving state (high-accuracy time-saving state, low-accuracy time-saving state), the time-saving state (high-accuracy state (high accuracy The time saving state, the low-accuracy time saving state) is controlled to the non-time saving state (the high accuracy non-time saving state, the low accuracy non-time saving state). With the start of jackpot fluctuations that cannot occur with conventional pachinko gaming machines, it is said that from a time saving state (high accuracy short time state, low accuracy time short state) to a non-time saving state (high accuracy non-time saving state, low accuracy non-time saving state), It is possible to provide a player with a pachinko game machine that can create a special game situation. In this way, the original and novel pachinko gaming machine enables the player to experience the enjoyment of playing the game of the pachinko gaming machine, and enhances the entertainment of the pachinko gaming machine.

  Further, in the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, the highly accurate non-time saving state is set to a gaming state in which it is easy to win the second big winning opening 15 in the small hitting game (small hitting rush state), so that the number of balls held is gradually increased. It is possible to continue. Further, in the present embodiment, after the jackpot game is over, the number of times the special symbol fluctuates in the high-accuracy time-shortening state reaches 100 times, or the jackpot is won in the high-accuracy time-shortening state, and the jackpot fluctuation starts. Therefore, it is possible to shift to the small hit rush state. Therefore, unlike a conventional pachinko gaming machine that can shift to the small hit rush state, the big hit is won in the high-accuracy time-short state, and the jackpot fluctuation starts, resulting in a highly accurate non-time-short state (small hit rush state). It is possible to provide a novel game situation that can be transferred. Furthermore, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment shifts to a high-precision non-time saving state (small hitting rush state) compared to a pachinko gaming machine in which a conventional pachinko gaming machine can shift to a high accuracy non-time saving state (small hitting rush state). Since there are many possible opportunities, it is possible to provide a lot of game situations in which the player can arouse the desire to increase the number of balls he / she has.

  Further, in the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the present embodiment, the jackpot is won in the highly accurate time saving state, and the jackpot variation of the special symbol is started, so that the highly accurate non-time saving state during the jackpot variation (small hit rush state) Can be moved to. In this case, from the night mode (see FIG. 15 (C)) executed in the highly accurate time saving state, the big hit is won in the highly accurate time saving state, and the big hit variation is started, so that the high accuracy non-time saving is performed during the big hit variation. The mode is changed to an empty mode (see FIG. 15E) that suggests a state (small hit rush state). As a result, the player has transitioned from the high-precision short-time state to the high-precision non-short-time state, has won the big jackpot in the high-precision short-time state, and has had special jackpot changes in the high-precision non-short-time state. It becomes possible to easily grasp the game, and it becomes possible to enhance the interest of the pachinko machine.

14. Modification Example Hereinafter, a modification example will be described. In the description of the modified example, the same components as those of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 having the above-described configuration are designated by the same reference numerals and the description thereof will be omitted. Of course, the configurations according to the modified examples may be combined appropriately. Further, the technical features in the above-described embodiment and the modified examples described below can be appropriately deleted unless they are described as essential in this specification.

  In the above-mentioned form, when the high probability state (high probability state) is controlled after the jackpot game (after the special game), the high probability state is substantially continued until the next jackpot winning, which is a so-called probability variation loop machine. However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, if the high probability state is controlled after the special game, the high probability state ends when the variable display of the special symbol is executed a predetermined number of times (for example, 100 times), that is, a so-called ST machine (the number of times of the probability change is cut off). It may be a pachinko game machine).

  In the above-mentioned form, the variation time of the second special symbol indicating the loss in the time saving state (high accuracy time saving state, low accuracy time saving state) is any of the variation time of the first special symbol showing the loss in the low accuracy non-time saving state. It is shorter than that (see FIG. 11), but is not limited to this. For example, the variation time of the second special symbol indicating the loss of either the high-accuracy time saving state or the low accuracy time saving state is shorter than any of the variation time of the first special symbol indicating the loss in the low accuracy non-time saving state. May be. In addition, the variation time of the first special symbol indicating the loss in the time saving state (high-precision time saving state, low accuracy time saving state) is shorter than any of the variation time of the first special symbol indicating the loss in the low accuracy non-time saving state. You may.

  In the above-mentioned form, the variation time of the second special symbol for the loss in the high-probability non-time saving state may be shorter or longer than the variation time of the first special symbol showing the loss in the low-probability non-time saving state. However, the present invention is not limited to this (see FIG. 11). For example, the variation time of the second special symbol indicating the loss in the high-probability non-time saving state may be shorter than any of the variation times of the first special symbol indicating the loss in the low-probability non-time saving state.

  In the above-mentioned form, the fluctuation time of the second special symbol showing the big hit in the high-probability non-time saving state is longer than the fluctuation time of the first special symbol showing the big hit in the low-probability non-time saving state (Fig. 11). Reference), but is not limited thereto. For example, as the variation time of the second special symbol showing the big hit in the high-probability non-time saving state, not only the variation time longer than the variation time of the first special symbol showing the big hit in the low certainty non-time saving state, but the same variation time There may be short fluctuation times. In that case, in the high-precision non-time saving state, the variation time of the second special symbol showing the big hit longer than the variation time of the first special symbol showing the big hit in the low-probability non-time saving state is likely to be determined. Further, the variation time of the second special symbol showing the big hit in the high-accuracy short-time state may be longer than the variation time of the first special symbol showing the big hit in the low-probability non-short-time state. Further, the variation time of the first special symbol showing the big hit in the high-accuracy non-time saving state or the high-accuracy non-time saving state may be longer than the variation time of the first special symbol showing the big hit in the low certainty non-time saving state. ..

  In the above-mentioned form, after the jackpot game is over, after the number of fluctuations of the special symbol in the high-accuracy time-shortened state that has transitioned after the jackpot game is over reaches the specified number (100 times) and in the high-accuracy time-shortened state of the special figure 2. It was possible to win the jackpot by lottery, and when the fluctuation of the jackpot of the special symbol started, it was possible to shift to the highly accurate non-time saving state (small hit rush state), but the present invention is not limited to these. For example, after the jackpot game and in the high-accuracy time-saving state, you can win the jackpot by the lottery of special figure 2, and when the jackpot fluctuation of the special symbol starts, you can move to the high-accuracy non-time saving state (small hit rush state). Is also good. In addition, after the number of fluctuations of the special symbol in the high-accuracy time-shortened state that has transitioned after the jackpot game has reached the specified number (100 times), and in the high-precision time-shortened state, the jackpot is won by the lottery of special map 2, and the special symbol is It may be possible to shift to the highly accurate non-time saving state (small hit rush state) when the big hit variation starts.

  In the above embodiment, when the jackpot is won by the lottery of Toku-zu 1, the state shifts to the high-probability time-short state or the low-probability time-short state after the jackpot game is over. However, it is not limited to this. For example, when the big hit is won by the lottery of the special figure 1, it may be possible to shift to the highly accurate non-time saving state (small hit rush state) after the end of the big hit game. Further, when the jackpot is won by the lottery of the special map 1, it may be possible to shift to a low-probability untimely after the jackpot game is over.

  In the above-mentioned form, when the big hit is won by the lottery in the special figure 2, after the big hit game is over, it shifts to the high-probability non-time saving state (small hit rush state) or the low-probability time saving state. However, it is not limited to this. For example, when the jackpot is won by the lottery of the special map 2, it may be possible to shift to the highly accurate time saving state after the jackpot game is over. If you continue to win the big hit that shifts to the high-accuracy time-shortening state after the jackpot game in the high-accuracy time-shortening state, the high-accuracy time-shortening state can be repeated, and this state is called a "basic loop". If the jackpot (probability variation jackpot 3) that shifts to the highly accurate non-time saving state after the jackpot game is finished by the lottery of the special map 2 is continued, the above-mentioned "premium loop" is obtained. On the other hand, if you continue to win the jackpot that shifts to the highly accurate time saving state after the jackpot game is finished by the lottery in the special diagram 2, the above-mentioned "basic loop" is established. As a result, it is possible to provide an original and novel pachinko gaming machine that can provide two types of loops to the player, and it is possible to enhance the gaming interest of the gaming machine.

  In addition, in the above-mentioned form, as shown in FIG. 14 (A), when a special jackpot (special reel 1, special reel 2) is selected to win a jackpot in a highly accurate time-shortened state (first gaming state), a special symbol indicating a jackpot. With the start of the variable display, it was possible to shift to the highly accurate non-time saving state (second game state), but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, if you win a big hit in one special drawing (for example, special drawing 2) by lottery in the high-accuracy time saving state, the high-probability non-time saving state is accompanied by the start of the variable display of one special symbol indicating the big hit. However, if you win the big hit in the lottery of the other special drawing (for example, special drawing 1) in the high-accuracy time saving state, even if the variation display of the other special symbol (first special symbol) showing the big hit is started. The high accuracy time saving state may be ended when the other special symbol (first special symbol) indicating the big hit is stopped and displayed in the high accuracy time saving state. As a result, if you win a big hit in one special drawing lottery in the high-accuracy time saving state, it is possible to shift to the high-accuracy non-time saving state with the start of the variable display of the special symbol indicating the big hit. It is possible to give the player the game play that the special symbol indicating the big hit cannot be shifted to the high-precision non-time saving state even if the special symbol indicating the big hit is started to change in the state by winning the big hit by the lottery of the other special symbol in the state. .. As a result, it becomes possible to provide the player with an original and fresh pachinko gaming machine.

  Further, in the above embodiment, during the jackpot fluctuation of the second special symbol in the high-probability non-time saving state, the sky mode (indication production) as a production mode that suggests that the jackpot of the second special symbol in the high-probability non-time saving state is being changed. Was executed. The suggestive effect is not limited to the effect mode. For example, a specific effect image is displayed, a specific sound is output from the speaker 610, or the frame lamp 212 or the panel lamp 54 is caused to emit light in a specific light emission mode. Therefore, it may be suggested that the state is a highly accurate non-time saving state.

  In the above-mentioned form, the winning probability in the normal symbol lottery in the non-time saving state is about 1 / 1.1. On the other hand, the winning probability in the ordinary symbol lottery in the time saving state was about 1/1. In this form, since there is a high probability of winning the ordinary symbol lottery even in the non-time saving state, if the player hits right in the highly accurate non-time saving state, before entering the accessory working opening 20 or the second big winning opening 15, the second Sometimes I got into the starting opening 12. Therefore, the winning probability in the normal symbol lottery in the non-time saving state may be lowered. For example, if the winning probability in the normal symbol lottery in the non-time saving state is about 1/30000, even if you make a right hit in the high probability non-time saving state, the probability of winning in the normal symbol lottery is extremely low, so the high probability non-time saving Since the frequency of operation of the electric chew opening / closing member 12k becomes extremely low, the possibility of entering the second starting opening 12 before entering the second special winning opening 15 or the accessory working opening 20 should be extremely low. Is possible. Therefore, it is possible to accurately enter the game ball into the accessory working port 20 and the second special winning opening 15 in the highly accurate non-time saving state.

  In the above-mentioned form, the entrance of the game ball into the accessory working opening 20 (specific entrance) is set as the predetermined condition for executing the small hit game in which the second special winning opening 15 (special prize opening) is opened. However, it is not limited to this. For example, when a game ball enters the specific entrance (first start opening 11 or second start opening 12), a lottery is carried out, and when the result of the lottery is that the small hit game is executed, the small hit game is played. You can run it.

  In the above-mentioned form, the entrance of the game ball into the accessory working opening 20 (specific entrance) is set as the predetermined condition for executing the small hit game in which the second special winning opening 15 (special prize opening) is opened. However, it is not limited to this. For example, the entry of the game ball into the specific entrance is not a predetermined condition for executing the small hit game, but the small symbol is won by the special symbol lottery, and the special symbol is variably displayed. The predetermined condition may be that the winning symbol is stopped and displayed. In that case, it is not necessary to arrange the accessory working port 20 in the game area 6.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, the second starting opening 12 (ball entrance), the accessory working opening 20 (specific entrance), the second big winning opening 15 (special winning opening), the same second flow path R2 (downflow path). ), But is not limited to this. For example, a ball entrance, a specific ball entrance, and a special prize hole may be arranged in the first flow path R1 in this order. Further, it is not necessary to arrange the ball entrance, the specific ball entrance, and the special prize hole in this order. For example, the ball entrance, the special prize hole, and the specific ball entrance may be arranged in this order. Further, the entrance, the specific entrance, and the special winning opening may not be arranged in the same flow-down path.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, during the jackpot fluctuation of the second special symbol in the high-precision non-time saving state, a period suggestion image OT (indication production) indicating the period until the end of the high-precision non-time saving state is displayed on the display screen 50a. (FIG. 15 (E), FIG. 20 (C) to FIG. 20 (E)). The display mode of the suggestive effect of this embodiment is the countdown timer image. However, the invention is not limited to this (see FIGS. 15E and 20C to 20E). For example, as a display mode of the suggestive effect, a count-up timer image is displayed, a specific effect image is displayed, a specific sound is output from the speaker 610, a frame lamp 212 or a panel lamp 54 is output in a specific light emitting mode. The period until the end of the highly accurate non-time saving state may be suggested by causing the light to be emitted at.

  Further, in the above embodiment, when the small hit game is executed during the big hit variation in the highly accurate non-time saving state, the display time of the period suggestion image OT is interrupted. After that, when the execution of the small hit game is completed, the subtraction of the display time of the suspended period suggestive image OT is restarted. It is not limited to this. For example, the display time of the period suggestion image OT may elapse even if the small hit game is executed during the big hit change in the highly accurate non-time saving state. In that case, when the execution of the small hit game is finished, the time taken from the start to the end of the execution of the small hit game may be added to the display time of the period suggestion image OT.

  Further, in the above embodiment, when the number of times the special symbol fluctuates in the highly accurate time saving state reaches 100 times (specified number), it is possible to shift to the highly accurate non-time saving state, but the invention is not limited to this. For example, the prescribed number of times may be a number other than 100 times. Further, the prescribed number of times in the above-described embodiment was only 100 times, but it is not limited to this. For example, a plurality of prescribed times such as 40 times and 100 times may be provided.

  Further, in the above embodiment, the small hit opening time and the small hit ending time shown in FIG. 8 are not limited, and may be set to other times. However, it is necessary that the total of the small hit opening time and the small hit ending time in the low probability non-time saving state is significantly longer than the total time of the small hit opening time and the small hit ending time in other gaming states. Is. Further, the small hitting opening time of the low probability non-time saving state of the present embodiment is set to be extremely long and the small hitting ending time is set to be extremely short, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the small hit opening time may be set to be extremely short (for example, 0.004 seconds), and the small hit ending time may be set to be extremely long (for example, 600 seconds). Further, both the small hit opening time and the small hit ending time in the low-probability non-time saving state may be set to an extremely long time (for example, 600 seconds).

  Further, in the above embodiment, when the jackpot pattern is stopped and displayed with one special symbol, the other special symbol that is changing is forcibly displayed as a lost symbol, but the present invention is not limited to this. For example, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed with one special symbol, the subtraction of the variation time timer of the other special symbol is interrupted, and after the jackpot game based on the jackpot symbol stopped and displayed with one special symbol is finished. The subtraction of the variable time timer of the special symbol that has been suspended may be restarted. Further, in the above-mentioned form, when the lottery result by the lottery of one special symbol is a big hit, the lottery as to whether or not it is a big hit with the other special symbol was not performed, but it is not limited to this Absent. When the lottery result by the lottery of one special symbol is a big hit, you may perform the lottery as to whether or not it will be a big hit with the other special symbol. In this case, when the big hit symbol is stopped and displayed with one special symbol, the other special symbol may be forcibly stopped and displayed with a missing symbol instead of the big hit symbol. Also, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed with one special symbol, the subtraction of the variation time timer of the other special symbol is interrupted, and after the jackpot game based on the jackpot symbol is finished, the other special symbol that is being interrupted The subtraction of the variable time timer may be restarted.

  Further, in the above-mentioned form, the small hitting rush state in which the small hitting game can be executed in the highly accurate non-time saving state and the game balls can be entered into the second special winning opening 15 to gradually increase the number of balls held It was a pachinko game machine that can be moved to, but is not limited to this. For example, it may be a pachinko gaming machine that does not shift to the small hit rush state and can shift to the low-probability time saving state or the high-accuracy time saving state after the end of the simple big hit game. In addition, even if the big hit variation of the second special symbol is started in the high-accuracy time-shortened state, the high-precision non-time-shortened state is simply transferred, and the small hit rush state is not moved. In that case, in the short-time state (high-precision short-time state, low-probability time-short state), until the next jackpot is won, the variation time indicating the special symbol is set to a short variation time, so the short-time state (high-precision time-short state The progress of the game in a low accuracy time saving state is accelerated, the stress of the player can be suppressed, and the game can be comfortably played. Then, when the big hit is won and the big hit fluctuation of the special symbol is started, it becomes a non-time saving state (low accurate non-time saving state, high accuracy non-time saving state), and non-time saving state (high accuracy non-time saving state, low In the uncertain time saving state, the jackpot fluctuation of the second special symbol as long as 240 seconds will be performed (see FIG. 11). As a result, during the jackpot fluctuation in the time saving state (high accuracy short time state, low accuracy short time state), the player's firing of the game ball is stopped to suppress the waste balls, and pay attention to the fluctuation effect displayed on the display screen 50a. Since it is possible to, it is a meaningful time for the player during the big hit variation of the non-time saving state (high-probability non-time saving state, low probability non-time saving state). In addition, it is possible to contribute to increasing the operating rate of pachinko gaming machines in game arcades.

  In addition, when the gaming state of the conventional pachinko gaming machine is a highly accurate short time state, that is, when it is in a high base state, as shown in FIG. 21 (A), the electric support is activated even when the special symbol loses or fluctuates. Therefore, the game ball frequently enters the second starting opening 12, so that the base in the highly accurate time saving state is high. Therefore, an excessive amount of balls is given to the player, which may cause a problem that it is difficult to manufacture a conventional pachinko game machine. However, even if a large number of payouts are not obtained and the fluctuation time is lengthened, it may only give stress to the player. Therefore, it does not shift to the above-mentioned small hit rush state, it is possible to shift to a low-probability time saving state or a high-probability time saving state after the end of a simple big hit game, and a big hit variation of the second special symbol has started in the high accuracy time saving state. However, the problem described above can be solved by using a pachinko gaming machine that simply shifts to a highly accurate non-time saving state. Specifically, since the variation time of the special symbol indicating the loss in the highly accurate time saving state is extremely short, the period in the high base state becomes short. Then, when the big hit fluctuation in the high-accuracy time-shortening state is started, it shifts to the high-accuracy non-time-shortening status to become a low base state, and since the fluctuation time of the special symbol indicating the big hit is long, the player shoots the game ball The base will be lowered by stopping. Therefore, it is possible to shorten the period of the high base state in the time saving state and suppress the base in the high probability state, as compared with the conventional pachinko gaming machine. By using such a pachinko gaming machine, it is possible to prevent the player from being overloaded with balls and at the same time suppress the stress due to the varying time to the player.

  Further, in the above embodiment, the total opening time of the second special winning opening 15 in the small hit game is set to 1.6 seconds. However, the time can be appropriately changed as long as at least one ball can be won. However, it is desirable to set the total opening time of the second special winning opening 15 to be 1.8 seconds or less so that an unintended amount of prize balls is not made.

  Further, in the above-described embodiment, the arrangement locations of the first big winning opening 14 and the second big winning opening 15 in the game area 6 are not limited to the arrangement shown in FIG. For example, the second special winning opening 15 may be arranged immediately below the first special winning opening 14.

  In each of the above-mentioned forms, the gaming state after the jackpot game is determined based on the type of winning (type of jackpot symbol), but it is determined based on the combination of the type of winning and the gaming state at the time of winning. Is also good.

  Further, in each of the above-described embodiments, four random numbers such as a jackpot random number are acquired as the random number (determination information) acquired based on the ball entering the first starting opening 11 or the second starting opening 12, but It may be possible to obtain a random number and determine the big hit or not, the kind of big hit, the presence or absence of reach, and the type of variation pattern based on the random number. That is, it is possible to arbitrarily set the number of random numbers to be acquired based on the start winning and what to determine in each random number.

  Further, in each of the above-described forms, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is determined to shift to the high-probability state based on the type of the winning jackpot pattern, but it is a so-called V certain machine (specific area provided inside the big winning device). It may be a pachinko game machine which controls to a high probability state based on the passage of the.

  Further, in the above embodiment, only one type of jackpot determination table is set, but the jackpot determination table provided for each set value may be changeable by changing the set value. It should be noted that the probability of being judged as a big hit in the big hit judging process is changed by changing the big hit judgment table. In that case, the game control board 100 may be provided with a set value cylinder for enabling the change of the set value. The set value cylinder is provided with an insertion hole into which a dedicated setting key is inserted. When the setting key is inserted into the insertion hole, the setting value cylinder can be rotated 90 degrees clockwise from the reference standby state. Then, when the set value cylinder is rotated 90 degrees clockwise from the standby state, the set state is set. Accordingly, the setting value may be changed by operating the RAM clear switch. The RAM clear switch may be configured to be able to be pressed. Further, a set value indicator for displaying the current set value may be mounted on the surface of the game control board 100. The set value display may be a red 7-segment display. Further, when a game ball enters the accessory working port 20, a determination process of whether or not it is determined to be a small hit is performed by a lottery of a special figure, and when it is determined to be a small hit, the special symbol is variably displayed. The small hitting game may be executed when the small hitting symbol is stopped and displayed.

  Further, in each of the above-described modes, the variable display of the special figure 2 can be executed even during the variable display of the special figure 1, and the variable display of the special figure 1 can be executed even during the variable display of the special figure 2. Configured to. That is, it is configured as a gaming machine that performs so-called simultaneous variation. However, while the variable display of one special map is not displayed, the variable display of the other special map cannot be executed, and the variable display of one special map is executed with priority over the variable display of the other special map. May be. Alternatively, it is configured such that the variation display of the other special map cannot be executed while the variation display of one special map is performed, and the variation of special diagram 2 and the variation of special diagram 1 are executed according to the winning order to the starting opening. You may. In this case, a storage area in which the first special figure hold and the second special figure hold are combined and can be stored is provided in the game RAM 104, and the determination information is stored in the storage area according to the winning order. It may be configured to digest. Further, it may be configured as a so-called 1 type / 2 type mixing machine or a honey monotype game machine. That is, the present invention can be suitably applied to game machines of various game characteristics regardless of the game characteristics of the game machine. It is of course possible to combine the features of the above-described embodiments and the features of the modified examples.

12. Inventions Shown in the Embodiments Described above are the inventions of the following means in the embodiments described above. In the description of the means described below, the corresponding configuration names and expressions in the above-described embodiments and the reference numerals used in the drawings are added in parentheses for reference. However, the constituent elements of each invention are not limited to this appendix.

<Means A>
The invention according to means A1 is
Judgment processing is performed based on the entrance to the entrance (first starting opening 11 and second starting opening 12) arranged in the game area (game area 6), the special symbol is variably displayed, and the jackpot symbol is When stopped and displayed, in a gaming machine (pachinko gaming machine PY1) equipped with gaming control means (gaming control microcomputer 101) capable of executing a special game (big hit game) advantageous to the player,
The game control means,
It is possible to determine the variation time of the special symbol,
It is possible to control to a high-probability state (high-probability game state, high-probability state) that has a higher winning probability than the predetermined low-probability state (non-high-probability state, low-probability state, low-probability game state, normal-probability state). age,
Until it is determined to be a big hit in the determination process next time after being controlled to the high-precision state, it is possible to substantially continue to control the high-precision state,
The loss variation time determined when the game control means is in the high-accuracy state is shorter than any loss variation time that is determined in the low-accuracy state,
The jackpot fluctuation time determined by the game control means in the high accuracy state may be longer than the jackpot fluctuation time determined in the low accuracy state (see FIGS. 11 and 21). It is a game machine characterized by.

  According to the gaming machine having this configuration, the loss variation time in the high accuracy state is shorter than any loss variation time in the low accuracy state. Further, the jackpot variation time in the high-accuracy state may be longer than the jackpot variation time in the low-accuracy state. As a result, until the next time it is determined to be a big hit in the high-accuracy state, the high-precision state continues for a long time, so until the next time it is determined to be a big hit in the high-accuracy state, a special symbol showing a very short gap to the player It is possible to provide a variable display. Then, when it is determined to be a big hit in the highly accurate state, it is possible to provide the player with a variable display of a special symbol showing a long big hit. Therefore, until it is determined to be a big hit next time in the high-precision state, it is possible to quickly recognize that it is a loss, and when it is determined to be a big hit, it will be a meaningful time, so next time in the high-precision state. By suppressing the player from feeling unpleasant until it is determined to be a big hit, it becomes possible to enhance the gaming interest of the gaming machine.

The invention according to means A2 is
In the gaming machine described in Means A1,
The game control means,
It is possible to control to a time-saving state (time-saving state) that makes it possible to determine a variation time that is relatively shorter than the variation time determined in a predetermined non-time-saving state (non-time-saving state),
In the low accuracy state and the non-time saving state (low accuracy non-time saving state), in the high accuracy state and the non-time saving state (high accuracy non-time saving state), or in the high accuracy state and the time saving state (high accuracy time saving Controllable to any of
The loss variation time determined by the game control means when in the high-accuracy state and the time saving state is greater than any loss variation time determined when in the low accuracy state and the non-time saving state. Short,
The jackpot variation time determined by the game control means in the high-accuracy state and the non-time saving state is longer than the jackpot variation time determined in the low-accuracy state and the non-time saving state. It is a game machine characterized in that there are cases.

  According to the gaming machine having this configuration, the loss variation time in the highly accurate state and the time saving state is shorter than any short variation time in the low accuracy state and the non-time saving state. Furthermore, the jackpot variation time in the high-accuracy state and the non-time saving state is longer than the jackpot variation time in the low-accuracy state and the non-time saving state. This makes it possible to provide a variable display of a special symbol that shows an extremely short loss until the next time it is determined to be a big hit in the highly accurate state and the time saving state, and the player feels uncomfortable in the highly accurate state and the time saving state. By suppressing this, it becomes possible to enhance the enjoyment of the game of the gaming machine. Furthermore, when it is determined that the jackpot is a high hit in the highly accurate state and the non-time saving state, it is possible to provide a variable display of a special symbol indicating a long jackpot, which is a meaningful time for the player, and the high accuracy state and the untime saving By suppressing the player from feeling uncomfortable even in the state, it becomes possible to enhance the entertainment appeal of the gaming machine.

The invention according to means A3 is
In the gaming machine described in Means A2,
The game control means,
In the high-accuracy state and in the time saving state, it is determined to be a big hit, and with the start of variable display of a special symbol indicating a big hit, it is possible to control in the high accuracy state and the non-time saving state. It is a game machine that does.

  According to the gaming machine of this configuration, it is determined to be a big hit in the highly accurate state and the time saving state, and with the start of the variable display of the special symbol indicating the big hit, it is controlled in the highly accurate state and the non-time saving state. It As a result, a special game situation occurs in which the highly accurate state and the non-time saving state are accompanied by the start of the variable display of the special symbol indicating the big hit in the high accuracy state and the time saving state. In this way, it becomes possible to provide the player with a game machine that is new and unprecedented, and it is possible to enhance the interest of the game machine.

The invention according to means A4 is
In the gaming machine according to means A2 or means A3,
The game control means,
When a predetermined condition is satisfied, it is possible to execute a small hit game that opens the special winning opening (second big winning opening 15),
The highly accurate state and the non-time saving state are gaming machines characterized by a gaming state (small hit rush state) in which it is easy to win the special winning opening in the small hit game.

  According to the gaming machine of this configuration, by setting the highly accurate state and the non-time saving state to the gaming state in which it is easy to win the special winning opening in the small hitting game, it is possible to gradually increase the number of balls in the gaming state. It will be possible. In this way, it is possible to provide the player with a novel game situation in which, when controlled in a highly accurate state and in a non-time saving state, the player can shift to a game state in which it is easy to win a special winning opening in a small hit game. Become. Further, it becomes possible to arouse the player's desire to increase the number of balls he holds in a highly accurate state and in a non-time saving state.

The invention according to means A5 is
In the gaming machine described in Means A3,
When the high-accuracy state and the non-time saving state are in effect, the suggestion effect (empty mode, see FIG. 15E) that suggests the high-accuracy state and the non-time saving state can be executed. The gaming machine is provided with an executing means (production control microcomputer 121 capable of executing step S4405).

  According to the gaming machine of this configuration, it is determined to be a big hit in the highly accurate state and the time saving state, and with the start of the variable display of the special symbol indicating the big hit, the high accuracy state and the non-time saving state are controlled. To be done. When the high-accuracy state and the non-time saving state are in effect, a suggestion effect is suggested that indicates that the high-accuracy state is the non-time saving state. As a result, it is possible to indicate to the player not only that the high-accuracy state and the time saving state were controlled to the high-accuracy state and the non-time saving state, but that the jackpot was determined. Therefore, it becomes possible for the player to easily understand that the gaming state has changed and the jackpot has been determined, and it is possible to enhance the enjoyment of the game of the gaming machine.

  By the way, in the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2000-317070, determination processing of whether or not it is a big hit based on the entrance of the game ball into the starting opening is executed, and the special symbol is variably displayed to make a big hit. When the symbols are stopped and displayed, a jackpot game for opening the jackpot is executed, and after the jackpot game, it is possible to shift to a high-probability state in which the winning probability by the determination process is high. Then, the loss variation time in the high probability state can be a short variation time, but the loss variation time in the low probability state is a short variation time. Further, the jackpot fluctuation time in the high accuracy state may be a short fluctuation time, but the jackpot fluctuation time in the low accuracy state is not a short fluctuation time. However, like the gaming machine described in the above patent document, there is a case where the variation time determined when the determination process is a loss in the high probability state is short, and in the high probability state it is determined as a big hit by the determination process. Since the variation time determined even when the game is played may be short, the length of the variation time in the high probability state may make the player feel uncomfortable. Therefore, the invention related to the means A1 to A5 described above is substantially higher than that of the gaming machine described in Japanese Patent Laid-Open No. 2000-317070 until the game control means is determined to be a big hit in the determination processing next time. Continue to control the stochastic state, determine the variation time in the high probability state to be shorter than any of the variation time in the low probability state, and change the jackpot in the high probability state to the jackpot in the low probability state. The difference is that the change time may be determined to be longer than the change time. As a result, it is possible to solve the problem of providing a gaming machine capable of enhancing the entertainment appeal of the gaming machine (providing a working effect).

PY1 ... Pachinko gaming machine 6 ... Gaming area 11 ... First starting opening 12 ... Second starting opening 14 ... First big winning opening 15 ... Second big winning opening 20 ... Role work opening 50 ... Image display device 50a ... Display screen 101 ... Game control microcomputer 121 ... Production control microcomputer R1 ... First flow path R2 ... Second flow path

Claims (5)

The determination process is performed based on the entrance into the entrance provided in the game area, the special symbol is variably displayed, and when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed, the special game advantageous to the player can be executed. In a gaming machine equipped with game control means,
The game control means,
It is possible to determine the variation time of the special symbol,
It is possible to control to a high-precision state in which the probability of winning by the determination process is higher than a predetermined low-precision state,
Until it is determined to be a big hit in the determination process next time after being controlled to the high-precision state, it is possible to substantially continue to control the high-precision state,
The loss variation time determined when the game control means is in the high-accuracy state is shorter than any loss variation time that is determined in the low-accuracy state,
The jackpot variation time determined by the game control means when in the high-accuracy state may be longer than the jackpot variation time determined when in the low-accuracy state. In the gaming machine according to claim 1,
The game control means,
It is possible to control to a time-saving state that makes it possible to determine a variation time that is relatively shorter than the variation time that is determined in a predetermined non-time saving state,
In the low accuracy state and the non-time saving state, in the high accuracy state and the non-time saving state, or in the high accuracy state and the time saving state can be controlled,
The loss variation time determined by the game control means when in the high-accuracy state and the time saving state is greater than any loss variation time determined when in the low accuracy state and the non-time saving state. Short,
The jackpot variation time determined by the game control means in the high-accuracy state and the non-time saving state is longer than the jackpot variation time determined in the low-accuracy state and the non-time saving state. A gaming machine characterized in that there are cases. In the gaming machine according to claim 2,
The game control means,
In the high-accuracy state and in the time saving state, it is determined to be a big hit, and with the start of variable display of a special symbol indicating a big hit, it is possible to control in the high accuracy state and the non-time saving state. A gaming machine. In the gaming machine according to claim 2 or 3,
The game control means,
When the predetermined conditions are met, it is possible to execute a small hit game that opens the special winning opening,
The gaming machine characterized in that the highly accurate state and the non-time saving state are gaming states in which it is easy to win the special winning opening in the small hitting game. In the game machine according to claim 3,
When the high-precision state and the non-time saving state, it is provided with a suggestion effect execution means capable of executing a suggestion effect indicating the high-precision state and the non-time saving state. Amusement machine.