JP2020178887A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a game machine capable of suppressing deterioration in game amusement.SOLUTION: In a specific performance (L ready-to-win performance) suggesting that there is a possibility of a game state becoming an advantageous game state that is advantageous to a player, there is a case where a suggestive performance (win-lose abetment performance) for suggesting whether or not an operation performance (win-lose branching performance) for urging an operation of operation means (a cross button 42k, a first performance button 40k, and a second performance button 41k) is to be executed is executed. When the execution of the operation performance is suggested in the suggestive performance (a button wall is closed), the operation performance is executed, and when the operation means is operated in the operation performance, a predetermined performance (big winning notification performance) is executed. When non-execution of the operation performance is suggested in the suggestive performance, the operation performance is not executed, and the specific performance is continued.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 52

Description

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

Conventionally, in a pachinko gaming machine, it is determined whether or not a game ball is a big hit on the condition that the game ball enters the starting port. When the determination is made, the variable display of the special symbol is performed, and when the special symbol is stopped, the specific gaming state is favorable to the player (see Patent Document 1).

Further, the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1 is provided with an operating means that can be operated by the production player, and the operation to the operating means may be effective during the production. Then, by operating the operating means during the valid period, an effect corresponding to the operation is performed.

Japanese Patent No. 6205637

However, there is still room for improvement in order to improve the interest of the game with respect to the game machine in which the operation to the operation means is effective.

The gaming machine according to the present invention
In a gaming machine that may perform a specific effect that suggests that there is a possibility of a favorable gaming state that is advantageous to the player.
Equipped with an effect execution means that can execute a predetermined effect,
The effect executing means is
In the specific effect, a suggestion effect that suggests whether or not an operation effect that prompts the operation of the operation means is executed may be executed.
When it is suggested that the operation effect is executed in the suggestion effect, the operation effect is executed, and when the operation means is operated in the operation effect, the predetermined effect is executed.
When it is suggested that the operation effect is not executed in the suggestion effect, the specific effect continues without the operation effect being executed.

According to the present invention, it is possible to suppress a decrease in the interest in playing games.

It is a perspective view of the pachinko gaming machine which concerns on the basic embodiment of this invention. It is a front view of the game board unit. (A) is a front view explaining the standby state of the board movable body, (B) is a front view explaining the moving state of the board movable body, and (C) is a front view explaining the rotating state of the board movable body. It is a front view of the display. It is a rear view of the pachinko gaming machine which concerns on the basic embodiment of this invention. It is a block diagram which shows the electric structure of the game control board side. It is a block diagram which shows the electric structure of the effect control board side. (A) is a table showing the general figure-related determination information, and (B) is a table showing the special figure-related determination information. (A) is a hit determination table, (B) is a normal map fluctuation pattern determination table, and (C) is an auxiliary game control table. (A) is a jackpot determination table, (B) is a jackpot symbol type determination table, and (C) is a reach determination table. Special figure 1 It is a fluctuation pattern determination table. Special figure 2 is a fluctuation pattern determination table. This is the first look-ahead determination table. This is the second look-ahead determination table. (A) is a jackpot game control table, and (B) is a game state setting table. (A) is a diagram showing an example of a demo movie, and (B) is a diagram showing an example of a setting screen. (A) is a diagram showing an example of a first normal background image, (B) is a diagram showing an example of a second normal background image, and (C) shows an example of a third normal background image. It is a figure, (D) is a figure which shows an example of the background image for probability variation, (E) is a figure which shows an example of the background image for time saving. (A) is a diagram showing an example of a jackpot opening effect, (B) is a diagram showing an example of a round effect, and (C) is a diagram showing an example of a jackpot ending effect. (A) is a diagram showing an example of an effect symbol, and (B) is a diagram showing an example of an effect symbol display area. It is a figure which shows an example of the special figure variation effect of the loss without reach. It is a figure which shows an example from the start of the special figure variation production to the reach. It is a figure which shows an example of N reach. It is a figure which shows an example of SP reach. It is a figure which shows an example of SP reach, and is the continuation of FIG. It is a figure which shows an example of SP reach, and is the continuation of FIG. It is a figure which shows an example of the movable body production. It is a figure which shows an example of the operation effect. It is a figure which shows an example of the hold production. It is a figure which shows an example of hold icon change notice. It is a figure which shows an example of hold icon change notice. It is a flowchart of a game control main process. It is a flowchart of the game control side timer interrupt processing. It is a flowchart of a sensor detection process. It is a flowchart of the sensor detection process, and is the figure which shows the continuation of FIG. 33. It is a flowchart of a normal operation process. It is a flowchart of special operation processing. It is a flowchart of a special symbol standby process. FIG. 1 is a flowchart of a variation pattern determination process. It is a flowchart of special symbol variation processing. It is a flowchart of a special symbol determination process. It is a flowchart of the effect control main process. It is a flowchart of 1ms timer interrupt processing. It is a flowchart of 10ms timer interrupt processing. It is a flowchart of the received command analysis process. It is a flowchart of the received command analysis processing, and is the figure which shows the continuation of FIG. 44. It is a top view of the upper plate. It is a block diagram which shows the electric structure of the effect control board side in 1st Embodiment. It is a special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination table in 1st Embodiment. It is a figure which shows the schematic diagram of the production flow of the special figure variation effect which concerns on each L reach. (A) is a figure showing the whole of the first fusuma image, (B) is a figure showing the whole of the second fusuma image, and (C) is a figure showing the whole of the third fusuma image. It is a figure which shows the state that the hit-and-miss production is performed in the first stage of L reach. It is a figure which shows the state that the winning branching effect is performed at the first stage of L reach. (A) is a diagram showing a state in which a jackpot notification effect is being executed, (B) is a diagram showing a state in which a stop display of an effect symbol in a mode indicating a jackpot is being executed, and (C) is a diagram showing a loss It is a figure which shows the state that the stop display of an effect symbol is being executed. It is a figure which shows the appearance that the hit branch production is performed in the 2nd stage of the L reach. It is a figure which shows the state that the winning branch production is performed in the 2nd stage of L reach. It is a figure which shows the appearance which developed in the 3rd stage of L reach. It is a figure which shows the state that the winning branch production is performed in the 3rd stage of L reach. (A) is a first-stage operation means type determination table, (B) is a second-stage operation means type determination table, and (C) is a third-stage operation means type determination table.

<Basic embodiment>
First, a basic embodiment of the present invention, which is a premise of the characteristic portion of the gaming machine of the present invention, will be specifically described with reference to the drawings. In each of the referenced figures, the same parts are designated by the same reference numerals, and duplicate explanations regarding the same parts will be omitted in principle. In the following, for the sake of simplification of description, by describing a symbol or a code that refers to an information, a signal, a physical quantity, a member, etc., the name of the information, a signal, a physical quantity, a member, etc. for the symbol or the code is omitted or abbreviated. Sometimes.

1. 1. Mechanical Configuration of Gaming Machine A pachinko gaming machine PY1 which is a basic embodiment of the gaming machine of the present invention will be described. First, the mechanical configuration of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 4. In the following description, the horizontal and vertical directions of each part of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 are the horizontal and vertical directions (in front view) for the player facing the pachinko gaming machine PY1. Further, "front" is a direction in which the pachinko gaming machine PY1 approaches the player facing the pachinko gaming machine PY1, and "rear" is a direction in which the player facing the pachinko gaming machine PY1 approaches the pachinko gaming machine PY1. ,explain.

As shown in FIG. 1, the pachinko game machine PY1 includes a game board unit YU including the game board 1 and a game machine frame 2 in which the game board unit YU is housed. The game machine frame 2 has a frame-shaped outer frame 21 fixed to a game store, an inner frame 22 attached to the outer frame 21 to which the game board unit YU is attached, and before being rotatably supported by the inner frame 22. It is provided with a door 23.

The outer frame 21, the inner frame 22, and the front door 23 have substantially the same outer peripheral shape in front view. An inner frame 22 is attached to the front surface of the outer frame 21.

The front door 23 can be opened and closed with respect to the inner frame 22. The front door 23 includes a frame-shaped front frame 23 m in which a large opening having a substantially vertically long rectangular shape is formed in the center thereof, and a transparent plate 23t fitted in the opening. When the front door 23 is closed, the game board 1 included in the game board unit YU and the transparent plate 23t face each other. The transparent plate 23t is a transparent synthetic resin plate and is formed into a substantially vertically long rectangular shape. Therefore, when the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is installed in the game store, the player in front of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 can visually recognize the gaming area 6 formed on the front surface of the gaming board 1 through the transparent plate 23t. it can. As the transparent plate 23t, a transparent glass plate may be used instead of the transparent synthetic resin plate. It suffices if the gaming area 6 can be visually recognized from the front of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 through the transparent plate 23t.

At the lower right of the front surface of the front frame 23 m, a handle 72k that can be rotated to launch a game ball is provided. The amount by which the handle 72k is operated (rotation angle) is associated with the magnitude of the force (launch intensity) applied to the game ball to launch the game ball. Therefore, the game ball is launched with a firing intensity corresponding to the rotation operation of the handle 72k.

Further, in the lower part of the front surface of the front frame 23 m, an upper plate 34 that protrudes greatly forward and a lower plate 35 arranged directly below the upper plate 34 are provided. At the center of the front side of the upper plate 34, a first effect button 40k that can be pressed downward is provided. The operation portion that visibly protrudes from the upper surface of the upper plate 34 of the first effect button 40k is formed into a hemispherical shape. Further, a supply ball storage hole 34A for storing the game ball supplied to the handle 72k is formed on the rear side of the upper surface of the upper plate 34. Further, on the upper surface of the lower plate 35, a surplus ball storage hole 35A for storing a surplus game ball that cannot be accommodated in the supply ball storage hole 34A is provided.

Further, an upper decorative body 31, a right decorative body 32, and a left decorative body 33 projecting forward are provided on the upper side, the right side, and the left side of the transparent plate 23t on the front surface of the front frame 23 m. On the bottom surface of the upper decorative body 31, a pair of two speakers 52 capable of outputting sound, specifically, a speaker 52L arranged on the left side and a speaker 52R arranged on the right side are predetermined in the left-right direction facing downward. They are installed side by side at a distance. Further, a second effect button 41k that can be pressed downward is provided at the lower part of the right decorative body 32. The operation portion of the second effect button 41k is formed in a rod shape. Further, a frame lamp 53 capable of emitting light is provided from the right decorative body 32 to the front right portion of the upper plate 34, and from the left decorative body 33 to the front left portion of the upper plate 34.

The positions and numbers of the members and devices provided in the game machine frame 2 can be appropriately changed as long as they do not interfere with the game.

Next, the game board unit YU will be described with reference to FIG. 2 in addition to FIG. The game board unit YU has a game board 1 and a board production unit EU attached to the back surface of the game board 1. First, the game board 1 will be described. The game board 1 is made of a transparent synthetic resin plate. A substantially circular opening 1A in front view is formed at substantially the center of the game board 1.

On the front surface of the game board 1, a substantially ring-shaped center decorative body 61 is formed so as to project forward along the opening 1A. Further, on the outside of the center decoration body 61, an outer rail 62 formed in a substantially ring shape so as to largely surround the center decoration body 61, and an outer rail between the left side portion of the outer rail 62 and the center decoration body 61. A curved inner rail 63 substantially parallel to the center decoration 61 and 62 is formed.

Then, on the front surface of the game board 1, the area surrounded by the center decorative body 61, the outer rail 62, the inner rail 63, and the like forms the game area 6. That is, the front surface of the game board 1 is divided into a game area 6 and other areas by the center decorative body 61, the outer rail 62, and the inner rail 63. Further, the area surrounded by the outer rail 62 and the inner rail 63 forms a launch area 7 through which the launched game ball can pass toward the game area 6.

The game area 6 is an area in which a game ball launched by operating the handle 72k can flow down, and is provided for playing a game with the pachinko gaming machine PY1. In addition, a large number of game nails (not shown) are projected in the game area 6. The game nail appropriately fits the game ball that enters the game area 6 and flows down the game area 6 into the general winning opening 10, the first starting opening 11, the second starting opening 12, the gate 13, the large winning opening 14, and the like. It constitutes a route to guide to.

A general winning device 10D is provided at a predetermined position in the game area 6. In the general winning device 10D, the general winning opening 10 is formed so that a game ball can be entered. When the game balls enter the general winning opening 10, a predetermined number (for example, 3) of game balls are paid out as prize balls. The game ball that has entered the general winning opening 10 is discharged to the outside of the game area 6 as it is.

Further, a first start winning device 11D is provided immediately below the center of the center decoration body 61 in the game area 6. In the first start winning device 11D, the first start opening 11 is formed so that a game ball can enter. The first start winning device 11D has a non-operating structure that does not operate. Therefore, the first starting port 11 is constant (immutable) without changing the ease of entering the game ball. When the game balls enter the first starting port 11, a predetermined number (for example, 4) of game balls are paid out as prize balls. The game ball that has entered the first start port 11 is discharged to the outside of the game area 6 as it is.

A warp portion 61w through which the game ball is passed is formed from the left side portion to the lower end portion of the center decorative body 61. The entrance to the warp portion 61w is formed on the left side portion of the center decoration body 61. The game ball that has entered the warp portion 61w passes through the inside of the warp portion 61w and exits from the exit. A stage 61s on which the game ball can roll is provided on the upper surface of the lower end portion of the center decoration body 61 near the exit of the warp portion 61w. At the tip of the stage 61s, a downward guide portion 61y for guiding the game ball downward is provided. A first starting port 11 is provided directly below the downward guiding portion 61y.

A second start winning device (so-called "electric chew") 12D is provided directly below the first start opening 11 in the game area 6. The electric chew 12D is formed with a second starting port 12 that can be changed into a closed mode in which the game ball cannot enter and an open mode in which the game ball can enter. The second starting port 12 takes a closed mode and an open mode by the electric chew opening / closing member 12k included in the electric chew 12D. That is, the second starting port 12 is opened and closed by the operation of the electric chew opening / closing member 12k.

The electric chew opening / closing member 12k is composed of a substantially L-shaped member in front view, and normally closes the second starting port 12. The electric chew opening / closing member 12k can project forward from the retracted state in which the front end surface is flush with the game area 6. When the electric chew opening / closing member 12k protrudes forward, the electric chew opening / closing member 12k protrudes vertically to the game area 6, and the second starting port 12 opens so that the ball can enter. Specifically, a vertical portion erected at the left end of the horizontal portion of the electric chew opening / closing member 12k receives the game ball and is guided from the horizontal portion to the second starting port 12.

In this way, the game ball can enter the second starting port 12 only when the electric chew opening / closing member 12k is in the open state. When the game balls enter the second starting port 12, a predetermined number (for example, two) of game balls are paid out as prize balls. The game ball that has entered the second starting port 12 is discharged to the outside of the game area 6 as it is.

Further, a gate 13 is provided on the right side of the center decoration body 61. The gate 13 is configured so that a game ball can pass through. Even if the game ball passes through the gate 13, the prize ball is not paid out. The game ball that has passed through the gate 13 flows down the game area 6 as it is.

A large winning device 14D is provided on the right side of the first starting winning device 11D in the game area 6 and on the downstream side of the gate 13. The grand prize device 14D is formed with a grand prize opening 14 that can be changed into a closed mode in which a game ball cannot enter and an open mode in which a game ball can enter. The big winning opening 14 takes a closed mode and an open mode by the AT opening / closing member 14k provided in the big winning device 14D. That is, the large winning opening 14 is opened and closed by the operation of the AT opening / closing member 14k.

The AT opening / closing member 14k is a movable member made of a flat plate having a substantially horizontally long rectangular shape in the front view, and normally closes the large winning opening 14. A horizontal rotation shaft is provided at the lower end of the AT opening / closing member 14k. The AT opening / closing member 14k can be rotated approximately 90 degrees around its rotation axis so that the upper end thereof falls forward. When the AT opening / closing member 14k rotates, the AT opening / closing member 14k is in a state of projecting vertically to the game area 6, and the large winning opening 14 is opened so that the ball can enter.

In this way, it is possible to enter the game ball into the large winning opening 14 only when the AT opening / closing member 14k is in the open state. When the game balls enter the large prize opening 14, a predetermined number (1 in the first embodiment) of the game balls are paid out as prize balls. The game ball that has entered the large winning opening 14 is discharged to the outside of the game area 6 as it is.

Further, below the large winning device 14D in the game area 6, the upper surface thereof is formed diagonally downward to the left, and a guidance path 64 for guiding the game ball to the second starting port 12 is a game area 6 (front surface of the game board 1). It is provided so as to project forward from. The game ball that rolls on the upper surface of the guidance path 64 can flow down toward the second starting port 12, but basically cannot enter the first starting port 11.

In addition, the entry of the game ball into the first start port 11, the second start port 12, the large winning opening 14, and the general winning opening 10 and the passage of the game ball through the gate 13 are collectively referred to as the first starting port 11, Collectively referred to as "winning" to the second starting opening 12, the large winning opening 14, the general winning opening 10, and the gate 13.

By the way, the game area 6 in which the game ball can flow down can be divided into a left game area 6A on the left side of the center in the left-right direction and a right game area 6B on the right side. The operation mode of the handle 72k for firing the game ball so that the game ball flows down the left game area 6A is called "left-handed". On the other hand, the operation mode of the handle 72k for firing the game ball so that the game ball flows down the right game area 6B is called "right-handed".

In the game area 6, the flow path through which the game ball can flow down when the game ball is launched by hitting left is called the first flow path R1, and the game ball can flow down when the game ball is launched by hitting right. The flow path is referred to as a second flow path R2. The first flow path R1 and the second flow path R2 are also composed of a large number of gaming nails (not shown).

A first starting port 11 and two general winning openings 10 are provided on the first flow path R1. Therefore, the player can aim to win a prize in the first starting opening 11 or the general winning opening 10 by firing the game ball so as to flow down the first flow path R1 by hitting the left. On the other hand, a second starting port 12, a gate 13, and a large winning opening 14 are provided on the second flow path R2. Therefore, the player can aim to win a prize in the gate 13, the second starting port 12, or the large winning opening 14 by firing the game ball so as to flow down the second flow path R2 by hitting right.

It should be noted that, at substantially the lowermost part of the game area 6, two out ports 19 are provided to discharge the game balls that have been driven into the game area 6 but have not won any of the winning openings to the outside of the game area 6. There is. In addition, the number of prize balls for winning each winning opening can be set as appropriate.

Next, the board production unit EU attached to the back surface of the game board 1 will be described. The board production unit EU is a unitization of a plurality of devices that mainly perform production. An image display device 50 and a board movable device 55 are attached to the board effect unit EU.

The image display device 50 is composed of a 20-inch 3D liquid crystal display, and includes a display unit 50a capable of displaying a 3D image. The image display device 50 is arranged several centimeters behind the game board 1.

The board movable device 55 includes a movable board movable body 55k. The board movable body 55k has a horizontally long plate-shaped elevating member 55k2 that is maintained in a horizontal state, and a substantially elliptical rotating member 55k1 provided at the center of the elevating member 55k2 in the left-right direction. The board movable body 55k is arranged between the game board 1 and the image display device 50. In the standby state in which the board movable body 55k is arranged at the initial position, the lower end portion of the board movable body 55k, specifically, the lower end portion of the rotating member 55k1 is slightly downward from the upper end of the opening 1A of the game board 1. positioned. That is, the board movable body 55k is arranged so that only a part of the lower end portion of the rotating member 55k1 can be seen by the player and most of it cannot be seen in the standby state (see FIG. 3A).

Then, the board movable body 55k can generally descend from the initial position to a predetermined operating position, rise from the operating position, and return to the initial position (see FIG. 3B). The predetermined operating position is a position where the board movable body 55k is attached to the substantially center of the opening 1A when viewed from the front. Here, a predetermined working position can be appropriately set, and the movable board 55k may be placed above or below the substantially center of the opening 1A in front view. Good.

Further, the rotating member 55k1 can rotate clockwise and counterclockwise in the front view around the rotation axis formed in the front-rear direction at the center thereof (see FIG. 3C). The rotational movement of the rotating member 55k1 can be executed when the board movable body 55k moves from the standby position to the operating position, is held in the operating position, and moves from the operating position to the standby position.

The positions and numbers of the members and devices provided in the game board unit YU can be appropriately changed as long as they do not interfere with the game.

Next, the indicators 8 arranged on the right side (the portion other than the game area 6) substantially at the center in the vertical direction of the game area 6 formed on the front surface of the game board 1 will be described. As shown in FIG. 4, the display 8 has a special figure 1 display 81a and a second special symbol (hereinafter, “special figure 2”) for variably displaying the first special symbol (hereinafter, “special figure 1”). A special figure 2 display 81b for variably displaying) and a normal figure display 82 for variably displaying a normal symbol (hereinafter referred to as “normal figure”) are included. Further, the indicators 8 include a special figure 1 hold indicator 83a for displaying the special figure 1 hold number described later and a special figure 2 hold indicator 83b for displaying the special figure 2 hold number described later. ..

The variable display of the special figure 1 is executed when the special figure 1 lottery triggered by winning a prize in the first starting port 11 of the game ball is performed. Further, the variable display of the special figure 2 is executed when the special figure 2 lottery triggered by winning a prize in the second starting port 12 of the game ball is performed. The special figure 1 lottery and the special figure 2 lottery will be described later. In the following description, the special figure 1 and the special figure 2 are collectively referred to as a "special figure", and the special figure 1 lottery and the special figure 2 lottery are collectively referred to as a "special figure lottery". Further, the special figure 1 display 81a and the special figure 2 display 81b are collectively referred to as "special figure display 81". Further, the special figure 1 hold indicator 83a and the special figure 2 hold indicator 83b are collectively referred to as "special figure hold indicator 83".

The variable display of the special figure notifies the result of the special figure lottery. In the variable display of the special figure, the special figure is displayed in a variable manner and then stopped. The stop-displayed special figure (stop special figure) is identification information representing the result of the special figure lottery derived as the display result of the variable display. If the stop-displayed special figure is a predetermined special figure, a big hit game is performed with the opening of the big winning opening 14.

The special figure 1 display 81a and the special figure 2 display 81b are each composed of eight LEDs arranged side by side. The lighting mode of the special figure 1 display 81a and the special figure 2 display 81b represents a special figure corresponding to the result of the special figure lottery, that is, the result of the special figure lottery. For example, if the result of the special drawing lottery is a big hit, the final result is "□□ ■■ □□ ■■" (□: lit, ■: off), which is the first, second, fifth, and sixth from the left. A certain LED lights up. This lighting mode is a jackpot symbol and represents a jackpot. In addition, if the result of the special drawing lottery is lost, only the LED on the far right, such as "■■■■■■■ □", is finally lit. This lighting mode is a loss pattern and represents a loss. The lighting mode of the LED corresponding to the result of the special drawing lottery is not limited and can be set as appropriate. Therefore, for example, all the LEDs may be turned off as a lost symbol.

Further, in the variable display of the special figure, the variable display of the special figure is performed over a predetermined fluctuation time before the special figure is stopped and displayed. The variation display mode of the special figure is, for example, a mode in which each LED is turned on so that light repeatedly flows from left to right. The mode of the variable display is not particularly limited, and if each LED is not stopped and displayed (lighting display in a specific mode), all the LEDs may be set appropriately, such as blinking all at once.

By the way, in the pachinko gaming machine PY1, the special drawing lottery and the variable display of the special drawing may not be performed immediately even if the game ball wins the first starting opening 11 or the second starting opening 12. Specifically, it is a case where a prize is given to the first starting port 11 or the second starting port 12 of the game ball during the execution of the variable display of the special figure or the execution of the jackpot game. In this case, the special drawing lottery and the variable display of the special drawing are suspended based on the winning. This reserved special figure lottery and variable display of special figures are called "special figure hold".

The special figure hold includes the special figure 1 lottery held based on the winning of the first starting port 11, the "special figure 1 holding" representing the variable display of the special figure 1, and the winning of the second starting port 12. There are a special figure 2 lottery held based on the above, and a "special figure 2 hold" representing the variable display of the special figure 2. Then, the special figure 1 hold indicator 83a displays the number of the special figure 1 hold, that is, the number of the special figure 1 lottery and the variable display of the special figure 1 held. On the other hand, the special figure 2 hold indicator 83b displays the number of the special figure 2 hold, that is, the number of the special figure 2 lottery held and the variable display of the special figure 2.

It is possible to set or not set the upper limit of the number of special figure 1 hold and the number of special figure 2 hold. Further, when an upper limit is set for the number of special figure 1 hold and the number of special figure 2 hold, the number of special figure 1 hold and the number of special figure 2 hold may be the same or different. In the basic embodiment, it is assumed that the upper limit of the number of special figure 1 hold and the number of special figure 2 hold is set to "4".

Each of the special figure 1 hold indicator 83a and the special figure 2 hold indicator 83b is composed of four LEDs, and by turning on the LEDs for the number of the special figure 1 hold and the special figure 2 hold. Figure 1 Displays the number of holds and Special Figure 2 Holds. In the following, the number of special figure 1 hold is referred to as "special figure 1 hold number (U1)", and the number of special figure 2 hold is referred to as "special figure 2 hold number (U2)". In addition, the "special figure 1 hold number" and the "special figure 2 hold number" are collectively referred to as the "special figure hold number". Further, "Special Figure 1 Hold Indicator 83a" and "Special Figure 2 Hold Indicator 83b" are collectively referred to as "Special Figure Hold Indicator 83".

Further, the variable display of the normal map is executed when the general map lottery is performed when the game ball wins the gate 13. Then, the variable display of the general map notifies the result of the general map lottery. In the variable display of the normal map, the normal map is displayed in a variable manner and then stopped. The stopped-displayed normal map (stop-displayed normal map) is identification information representing the result of the general map lottery derived as the display result of the variable display. When the stop-displayed normal map is a predetermined specific normal map, an auxiliary game is performed with the opening of the second starting port 12.

The normal figure display 82 is composed of, for example, two LEDs. The lighting mode of the normal figure display 82 represents a normal figure according to the result of the normal figure lottery, that is, the result of the normal figure lottery. If the result of the regular drawing lottery is a hit, both LEDs will eventually turn on, such as "□□" (□: on, ■: off). This lighting mode is a hit symbol and represents a hit. If the result of the regular drawing lottery is lost, only the right LED will light up as "■ □" in the end. This lighting mode is a loss pattern and represents a loss. The lighting mode of the LED corresponding to the result of the general drawing lottery is not limited, and can be set as appropriate. For example, a mode in which all the LEDs are turned off may be adopted as a lost symbol.

Further, before the normal map is stopped and displayed, the variable display of the normal map is performed for a predetermined fluctuation time. In the basic embodiment, the variation display of the normal diagram is such that both LEDs are turned on alternately. The mode of the variable display in the normal drawing is not particularly limited, and if each LED is not stopped and displayed (lighting display in a specific mode), all the LEDs may be appropriately set such as blinking all at once. ..

2. Electrical configuration of the gaming machine Next, the electrical configuration of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 5 to 7. As shown in FIG. 5, on the back side of the pachinko gaming machine PY1, the game control board 100 that controls the game (progress of the game) capable of obtaining the game profit, and the game control board 100 responds to the control of the game. Power is supplied to the effect control board 120 that controls the effect, the image control board 140 that controls the image, the payout control board 170 that controls the payout of the game ball, and the boards 100, 120, 140, 170. The power supply board 190 is attached.

A power switch 191 is connected to the power supply board 190. The power on / off is switched by the ON / OFF operation of the power switch 191.

As shown in FIG. 6, a game control one-chip microcomputer (hereinafter referred to as “game control microcomputer”) 101 that controls the progress of the game of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 according to a program is mounted on the game control board 100. Therefore, the game control board 100 can be positioned as a game control unit that controls the game. In addition, the game that can acquire the game profit to be controlled by the game control board 100 includes a special figure lottery, a variable display of the special figure, a big hit game, a game state setting described later, a general figure lottery, and a variable display of the normal figure. , Auxiliary games, etc. are included.

The game control microcomputer 101 includes a game ROM (Read Only Memory) 103 that stores programs and tables for controlling the progress of the game, a game RAM (Random Access Memory) 104 that is used as a work memory, and a game. A gaming CPU (Central Processing Unit) 102 that executes a program stored in the ROM 103 is included.

The game ROM 103 stores a program for performing a game control main process and a game control side timer interrupt process, which will be described later. Further, the game ROM 103 includes a jackpot determination table, a jackpot symbol type determination table, a reach determination table, a special figure variation pattern determination table, a look-ahead determination table, a jackpot game control table, a game state setting table, a hit determination table, and an auxiliary. A game control table and the like are stored. The gaming ROM 103 may be externally attached.

Further, the gaming RAM 104 is provided with a special figure holding storage unit 105. Here, the special figure reservation storage unit 105 will be described. As described above, if there is a prize in the first start port 11 or the second start port 12 of the game ball, the special figure hold can occur, but if the special figure hold is possible, that is, the number of special figure hold is When the upper limit is not reached, judgment information consisting of various random numbers for performing a special drawing lottery or the like is acquired based on this winning. Then, this determination information is temporarily stored in the special figure reservation storage unit 105 as the special figure reservation. In the following, the judgment information acquired by winning a prize in the first starting port 11 of the game ball is referred to as "special figure 1 related judgment information", and is acquired by winning a prize in the second starting port 12 of the game ball. Judgment information is referred to as "special figure 2 related judgment information". Further, the special figure 1 related judgment information and the special figure 2 related judgment information are collectively referred to as "special figure related judgment information".

Then, the special figure 1 related determination information is stored in the special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a in the special figure hold storage unit 105 as the special figure 1 hold. On the other hand, the special figure 2 related determination information is stored in the special figure 2 hold storage unit 105b in the special figure hold storage unit 105 as the special figure 2 hold. The number of special figure 1 related determination information that can be stored in the special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a, that is, the upper limit of the number of special figure 1 hold is set to "4". Further, the number of special figure 2 related determination information that can be stored in the special figure 2 hold storage unit 105b, that is, the upper limit value of the special figure 2 hold number is set to "4".

Further, various sensors and solenoids are connected to the game control board 100 via a predetermined relay board (not shown). Therefore, signals output by various sensors are input to the game control board 100. Further, the game control board 100 outputs signals to various actuators.

Various sensors connected to the game control board 100 include a general winning opening sensor 10a, a first starting opening sensor 11a, a second starting opening sensor 12a, a gate sensor 13a, and a large winning opening sensor 14a. ..

The general winning opening sensor 10a detects a game ball that has won a prize in the general winning opening 10. The first start port sensor 11a detects a game ball that has won a prize in the first start port 11. The second starting port sensor 12a detects a game ball that has won a prize in the second starting port 12. The gate sensor 13a detects a game ball that has passed through the gate 13. The large winning opening sensor 14a detects a game ball that has won a prize in the large winning opening 14.

Further, various actuators connected to the game control board 100 include an electric chew solenoid 12s and an AT solenoid 14s. The electric chew solenoid 12s drives the electric chew opening / closing member 12k of the electric chew 12D. The AT solenoid 14s drives the AT opening / closing member 14k of the grand prize device 14D.

The type and number of sensors connected to the game control board 100 can be appropriately changed as long as they do not interfere with the game. Further, the type and number of actuators connected to the game control board 100 can be appropriately changed as long as they do not interfere with the game.

Further, indicators 8 (special figure display 81, normal figure display 82, and special figure hold indicator 83) are connected to the game control board 100. The display control of these indicators 8 is performed by the game control microcomputer 101.

Further, the game control board 100 transmits various commands to the payout control board 170, and receives signals from the payout control board 170 for payout monitoring. The card unit CU and the payout device 73 are connected to the payout control board 170, and the launcher 72 is also connected to the payout control board 170. Further, the card unit CU is a device installed adjacent to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 and enabling ball lending based on information such as an inserted prepaid card.

The payout control board 170 drives the payout motor 73m of the payout device 73 to pay out prize balls and rental balls based on the signal from the game control microcomputer 101 and the signal from the connected card unit CU. The prize balls and rental balls to be paid out are detected by the payout sensor 73a for counting.

The launching device 72 is a device for launching a game ball. The handle 72k constitutes an operation unit or an input unit that receives an operation for launching the game ball to the launching device 72, and is included in the launching device 72. The handle 72k is provided with a touch switch 72a capable of detecting contact of a person such as a player with the handle 72k. When the player operates the handle 72k, the touch switch 72a detects the contact of the player with the handle 72k and outputs a detection signal to the payout control board 170 via the launch control circuit 175.

Further, a firing volume knob 72b capable of detecting the rotation angle (operation amount) of the handle 72k is connected to the handle 72k. The launching device 72 drives the launching motor 72m so that the game ball is launched with a strength corresponding to the rotation angle of the handle 72k detected by the knob 72b of the launching volume. In the pachinko gaming machine PY1, one gaming ball is launched about every 0.6 seconds while the rotation operation to the handle 72k is maintained.

Further, the game control board 100 transmits various commands including information about the game to the effect control board 120 according to the progress of the game. The effect control board 120 can grasp the progress of the game (game control content) by the game control board 100 based on various commands sent from the game control board 100.

The connection between the game control board 100 and the effect control board 120 is a unidirectional communication connection capable of only transmitting a signal from the game control board 100 to the effect control board 120. That is, a unidirectional circuit (for example, a circuit using a diode) (not shown) as a communication direction regulating means is interposed between the game control board 100 and the effect control board 120.

As shown in FIG. 7, the effect control board 120 is mounted with an effect control one-chip microcomputer (hereinafter, “effect control microcomputer”) 121 that controls the effect of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 according to a program. The effect control board 120 can be positioned as an effect control unit that controls the effect together with the image control board 140, the voice control circuit 161 and the sub drive board 162, which will be described later. However, the effect control unit includes at least the effect control board 120, and uses the effect devices (image display device 50, speaker 52, frame lamp 53, board movable body 55k, etc.) to produce a game, wait for customers, and promote operations. It suffices if the production can be controlled.

The effects to be controlled by the effect control board 120 include game effects (special figure variation effect, hold effect, jackpot game effect, etc.), customer waiting effect, operation of the first effect button 40k and the operation of the second effect button 41k. It includes operation promotion effects that encourage operations during the valid period (operation valid period).

The effect control microcomputer 121 is stored in an effect ROM 123 that stores a program or the like for controlling the effect as the game progresses by the game control board 100, an effect RAM 124 that is used as a work memory, and an effect ROM 123. The effect CPU 122 that executes the program is included.

The effect ROM 123 stores programs for performing the effect control main process, the receive interrupt process, the 1 ms timer interrupt process, the 10 ms timer interrupt process, and the like, which will be described later. The production ROM 123 may be externally attached.

The effect RAM 124 stores a start winning command holding storage unit 125 that stores a start winning command described later, a symbol designation command storage unit 126 that stores a symbol designation command described later, and a special figure that stores a special figure variation start command described later. A fluctuation start command storage unit 127 is provided.

An image control board 140 is connected to the effect control board 120. The effect control microcomputer 121 of the effect control board 120 controls the display of the image display device 50 on the image control board 140 based on the command received from the game control board 100, that is, according to the progress of the game by the game control board 100. To do. The connection between the effect control board 120 and the image control board 140 can be both transmission of a signal from the effect control board 120 to the image control board 140 and transmission of a signal from the image control board 140 to the effect control board 120. It is a two-way communication connection.

The image control board 140 includes an image ROM 142 that stores a program for image control and the like, an image RAM 143 that is used as a work memory, and an image CPU 141 that executes a program stored in the image ROM 142. .. Further, the image control board 140 is a CGROM (Character Generator Read Only Memory) 145 that stores image data displayed on the image display device 50, and a VRAM (Video) used for developing image data stored in the CGROM 145. It is equipped with Random Access Memory) 146 and VDP (Video Display Processor) 144. All or part of these electronic components may be composed of one chip.

In the CGROM 145, for example, image data (still image data, moving image data, specifically, characters, items, patterns, figures, characters, numbers, symbols, etc.) for displaying an image displayed on the image display device 50 (directing). Image data such as (including patterns) and background images) are stored.

The VDP 144 reads image data from the CGROM 145 and develops it in the expansion area in the VRAM 146 according to the display list created by the image CPU 141 based on the command from the effect control microcomputer 121. Then, the expanded image data is appropriately combined and the image is drawn in the frame buffer in the VRAM 146. Then, the image drawn in the frame buffer is output to the image display device 50 as an RGB signal. As a result, various effect images are displayed on the display unit 50a.

The display list is composed of a group of commands for instructing the execution of drawing on a frame-by-frame basis. The display list contains information on various parameters such as the type of image to be drawn, the position where the image is drawn, the display priority, the display magnification, and the transmittance of the image.

Further, the effect control microcomputer 121 receives voice, music, and sound effects from the speaker 52 via the voice control circuit 161 based on the command received from the game control board 100, that is, according to the progress of the game by the game control board 100. Outputs sound effects, etc.

Audio data such as audio output from the speaker 52 is stored in the effect ROM 123 of the effect control board 120. The voice control circuit 161 may be configured on a board to mount a CPU. In this case, the CPU may be made to execute voice control. Further, in this case, the ROM may be mounted on the board and the audio data may be stored in the ROM. Further, the speaker 52 may be connected to the image control board 140, and the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 may execute voice control. Further, in this case, the audio data may be stored in the image ROM 142 of the image control board 140.

Further, various sensors serving as an input unit and various actuators serving as a drive source are connected to the effect control board 120 via a predetermined relay board (not shown). Signals output from various sensors are input to the effect control board 120. Further, the effect control board 120 outputs signals to various actuators.

Various switches connected to the effect control board 120 include a first effect button sensor 40a and a second effect button sensor 41a. The first effect button sensor 40a detects that the first effect button 40k has been pressed. The second effect button sensor 41a detects that the second effect button 41k has been pressed. When the first effect button sensor 40a and the second effect button sensor 41a detect that they have been operated, they output a signal corresponding to the detected content to the effect control board 120.

The type and number of switches connected to the effect control board 120 can be appropriately changed as long as they do not interfere with the game. Further, the type and number of actuators connected to the effect control board 120 can be appropriately changed as long as they do not interfere with the game.

The various actuators connected to the effect control board 120 include a motor for rotating members 55m1 and a motor for elevating members 55m2. The rotary member motor 55m1 can drive the rotary member 55k1 to rotate the rotary member 55k1. The elevating member motor 55m2 can raise or lower the elevating member 55k2. Specifically, the effect control microcomputer 121 creates operation pattern data that determines the operation mode of the rotating member 55k1 and the elevating member 55k2, and controls the operation of the rotating member 55k1 and the elevating member 55k2 via the subdrive substrate 162. ..

In the following, the operations of the "rotating member 55k1 and the elevating member 55k2" may be collectively referred to as "the operation of the board movable body 55k". Further, rotating the rotating member 55k1 and lowering or raising the elevating member 55k2 are also referred to as "rotating, lowering or raising the board movable body 55k".

Further, the effect control microcomputer 121 controls the lighting of the frame lamp 53 and the like via the sub drive board 162 based on the command received from the game control board 100 and the like. Specifically, the effect control microcomputer 121 creates light emission pattern data (data for determining lighting / extinguishing, emission color, etc., also referred to as lamp data) for determining the light emission mode of the frame lamp 53, and the frame lamp 53 is subjected to the light emission pattern data. Control the light emission. The data stored in the effect ROM 123 of the effect control board 120 is used to create the light emission pattern data.

The sub drive board 162 may be configured by the board to mount the CPU. In this case, the CPU may be made to perform lighting control of the frame lamp 53 and the like and operation control of the panel movable body 55k. Further, in this case, the ROM may be mounted on the substrate, and the data related to the light emission pattern and the operation pattern may be stored in the ROM.

3. 3. Main games played by the gaming machine Next, the main games played by the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 8 to 15.

3-1. Games related to Fuzu First, we will explain the games related to Fuzu. When the launched game ball passes through the gate 13, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 can execute the general drawing lottery. When the normal map lottery is performed, the normal map display 82 performs variable display of the normal map (stop display after performing variable display). Here, there are a hit symbol and a lost symbol in the normal figure that is stopped and displayed. It should be noted that the lost symbol of the normal figure is also referred to as "missed normal figure" in order to distinguish it from the lost symbol of the special figure described later.

When the winning symbol is stopped and displayed, the auxiliary game is executed, and the game related to the passage of the gate 13 ends. On the other hand, when the lost general map is stopped and displayed, the auxiliary game is not performed, and the game related to the passage of the gate 13 ends. Further, in the following, the passage of the game ball through the gate 13 when the variable display of the normal map or the auxiliary game is not performed is referred to as "the establishment of the normal map variation start condition".

The pachinko gaming machine PY1 performs a series of games such as variable display of the normal map and auxiliary games based on the fact that the normal map fluctuation start condition is satisfied, the normal map related judgment information is acquired, and the general map lottery is performed. Can be done. As shown in FIG. 8A, the acquired general figure-related determination information includes ordinary symbol random numbers. Ordinary symbol random numbers are random numbers (judgment information) for performing collision detection. A range is appropriately provided for each random number.

3-1-1. Hit determination The hit determination is a determination for determining whether or not to win (whether or not to execute an auxiliary game) using, for example, a hit determination table as shown in FIG. 9A. The hit determination table can be associated with the gaming state described later. When associated with the game state, the hit determination table includes a hit determination table used in the non-time reduction state (non-time reduction hit determination table) and a hit determination table used in the time reduction state (time reduction hit determination table).

In each hit determination table, the determination value of the normal symbol random number (ordinary symbol random number determination value) is appropriately distributed to the hit and the loss which are the results of the hit determination. Therefore, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 collates the acquired ordinary symbol random numbers with the hit determination table to determine whether it is a hit or a loss. If the result of the hit determination is a hit, the hit symbol is stopped and displayed in the variable display of the normal figure. On the other hand, if the result of the hit determination is a loss, the lost normal map is stopped and displayed in the variable display of the normal map. The winning probability can be changed as appropriate.

3-1-2. Normal map fluctuation pattern determination / normal map variable display The normal map fluctuation pattern determination is a determination for determining the normal map fluctuation pattern using, for example, the normal map fluctuation pattern determination table as shown in FIG. 9B. The normal map fluctuation pattern is identification information related to predetermined items related to the variable display of the normal map such as the normal map fluctuation time.

The normal figure fluctuation pattern determination table can be associated with the gaming state (non-time saving state / time saving state). When associated with the game state (non-time saving state / time saving state), the normal figure fluctuation pattern judgment table includes the normal figure fluctuation pattern judgment table (non-time saving normal figure fluctuation pattern judgment table) and the time saving used in the non-time saving state. There is a normal map fluctuation pattern judgment table (time saving normal map fluctuation pattern judgment table) used in the state.

In each normal map fluctuation pattern determination table, one normal map fluctuation pattern, which is the result of the normal map fluctuation pattern determination, is stored for each normal map to be stopped. That is, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 can have different normal map fluctuation times between the non-time saving state and the time saving state. For example, in the non-time saving state, the variable display of the normal map when the lost normal map (lost normal map) is stopped and displayed is determined to be the normal map fluctuation pattern in which the normal map fluctuation time is 30 seconds, and the winning symbol is set. The variable display of the normal map when the stop display is performed is determined by the normal map fluctuation pattern in which the normal map fluctuation time is 30 seconds. In addition, in the time saving state, the variable display of the normal map when the lost normal map is stopped and displayed is determined to be the normal map fluctuation pattern in which the normal figure fluctuation time is 5 seconds, and the normal map when the hit symbol is stopped and displayed. The variable display of is determined to be a normal map fluctuation pattern in which the normal map fluctuation time is 5 seconds. It should be noted that these fluctuation times of the normal map can be changed as appropriate.

Then, the normal map display 82 performs variable display of the normal map fluctuation time associated with the normal map fluctuation pattern determined by the normal map fluctuation pattern determination. By performing the hit determination and the normal map fluctuation pattern determination in this way, the normal map display 82 performs variable display of the normal map.

3-1-3. Auxiliary game Auxiliary game is a variable display of a normal map, and is executed when a winning symbol is stopped and displayed (derivated) as a display result (result of a general map lottery). In the auxiliary game, the electric chew 12D opens

The elements constituting the auxiliary game (auxiliary game component) include various elements such as the number of times the electric chew 12D is opened and the opening time for each opening. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 controls the auxiliary game by using the auxiliary game control table. Auxiliary game components are stored in the auxiliary game control table. For example, as shown in FIG. 9C, it is possible to associate a gaming state (non-time saving state / time saving state) with the auxiliary game control table. That is, it is possible to associate the auxiliary game component with the game state (non-time saving state / time saving state). The specific contents of each element such as the number of times of opening and the opening time can be changed as appropriate.

In the pachinko gaming machine PY1, it is possible to make the opening time of the electric chew 12D different between the auxiliary game in the non-time saving state and the auxiliary game in the time saving state. For example, in the auxiliary game in the non-time saving state, the electric chew 12D is opened only for the first opening time in which it is difficult to make the electric chew 12D win a game ball such as 0.2 seconds. On the other hand, in the auxiliary game in the time saving state, the game ball is won the electric chew 12D for a longer time than the first opening time such as opening twice for 2.5 seconds with an interval (closing) of 1.0 second in between. The electric chew 12D is opened only for the second opening time, which is easy to make.

In the following, the auxiliary game in the non-time saving state is also referred to as a "short open auxiliary game". On the other hand, the auxiliary game in the time saving state is also called "long open auxiliary game". Further, the opening time in each auxiliary game is the total time in the auxiliary game. For example, the opening time is opened a plurality of times in one auxiliary game, such as opening once and then opening again with an interval of closing once. It may be configured as follows.

3-2. Games related to special figures Next, games related to special figures will be described. When the launched game ball wins the first starting port 11, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 can execute the special drawing 1 lottery. When the special figure 1 lottery is performed, the special figure 1 display 81a performs a variable display of the special figure 1 (stop display after performing the variable display) to notify the result of the special figure 1 lottery. Here, the special figure 1 that is stopped and displayed includes a jackpot symbol and a lost symbol. That is, the result of the special figure 1 lottery has a big hit and a loss.

When the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed, the jackpot game is executed, a new game state is set, and the game based on the winning is completed. In addition, when the lost symbol is stopped and displayed, the jackpot game is not performed, and the game based on the winning is finished.

Similarly, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 can execute the special figure 2 lottery when the launched game ball wins the second starting port 12. When the special figure 2 lottery is performed, the special figure 2 display 81b performs a variable display of the special figure 2 (stop display after performing the variable display) to notify the result of the special figure 2 lottery. Here, the special figure 2 that is stopped and displayed includes a jackpot symbol and a lost symbol. That is, the result of the special figure 2 lottery includes a big hit and a loss.

When the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed, the jackpot game is executed, a new game state is set, and the game based on the winning is completed. Further, when the lost symbol is stopped and displayed, the jackpot game is not performed, and the game based on the winning is finished.

Further, in the following, the winning of the game ball in the first starting port 11 is referred to as "the establishment of the first starting condition", and the winning of the game ball in the second starting opening 12 is "the establishment of the second starting condition". That is. Further, "the establishment of the first starting condition" and "the establishment of the second starting condition" are collectively referred to as "the establishment of the starting condition". In addition, the lost symbol of the special symbol is also referred to as a "missed special symbol" in order to distinguish it from the lost symbol of the above-mentioned ordinary figure.

The pachinko gaming machine PY1 performs a series of games such as variable display of special figures and a jackpot game based on the fact that the starting condition is satisfied, the special figure-related determination information is acquired, and the special figure lottery is performed. Then, in order to perform the variable display of the special figure, various judgments are made on the special figure-related determination information. As shown in FIG. 8B, the special symbol-related determination information to be acquired includes a special symbol random number, a jackpot symbol type random number, a reach random number, and a special symbol variation pattern random number.

The special symbol random number is a random number (judgment information) for performing a jackpot judgment. The jackpot symbol type random number is a random number (judgment information) for determining the jackpot symbol type. The reach random number is a random number (judgment information) for performing reach determination. The special symbol fluctuation pattern random number is a random number (judgment information) for determining the fluctuation pattern of the special symbol. A range is appropriately provided for each random number. Next, each determination performed using the special figure-related determination information will be described.

3-2-1. Jackpot determination The jackpot determination is to determine whether or not a jackpot (whether or not to execute a jackpot game), in other words, either a jackpot or a loss, using the jackpot determination table. As shown in FIG. 10A, for example, the jackpot determination table can be provided in association with the gaming state described later. Specifically, the jackpot determination table includes a jackpot determination table used in the normal probability state described later (hereinafter referred to as "normal probability jackpot determination table") and a jackpot determination table used in the high probability state described later (hereinafter referred to as "big hit determination table"). , "High probability jackpot judgment table").

In each jackpot determination table associated with the game state, the determination value of the special symbol random number (special symbol random number determination value) is assigned to the jackpot and the loss which are the results of the jackpot determination. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 collates the acquired special symbol random numbers with the jackpot determination table associated with the gaming state, and determines whether it is a jackpot or a loss. As shown in FIG. 10A, the high-probability jackpot determination table has more special symbol random number determination values determined to be jackpots than the normal probability jackpot determination table.

It is possible to appropriately change the method of allocating the special symbol random number determination value to the jackpot probability and the determination results of various jackpot determinations.

3-2-2. Jackpot symbol type judgment In the jackpot symbol type judgment, when the result of the jackpot judgment is a jackpot, for example, the jackpot symbol type (big hit symbol type) is determined using the jackpot symbol type judgment table as shown in FIG. 10 (B). It is to be. It is possible to associate the type of jackpot symbol with the content of the jackpot, in other words, the component of the jackpot (content that is advantageous to the player) composed of the game privilege given to the player.

In the jackpot symbol type determination table, the type of special symbol that is variably displayed (special diagram 1 / special diagram 2), in other words, the winning of the jackpot symbol type determination (which caused the jackpot symbol type determination) is performed. It is associated with the type of starting port (first starting port 11 / second starting port 12). That is, in the jackpot symbol type determination table, the jackpot symbol type determination table (first jackpot symbol type determination table) used when the variable display of the special figure 1 is performed and the jackpot used when the variable display of the special figure 2 is performed. There is a symbol type determination table (second jackpot symbol type determination table).

Multiple types of jackpot symbols can be set. In each jackpot symbol type determination table, the determination value of the jackpot symbol type random number (the jackpot symbol type random number determination value) is assigned to the jackpot symbol type which is the result of the jackpot symbol type determination. Therefore, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 collates the acquired jackpot symbol type random numbers with the jackpot symbol type determination table to determine the type of jackpot symbol. Then, in the first jackpot symbol type determination table and the second jackpot symbol type determination table, the jackpot symbol type random number determination values are appropriately distributed to various jackpot symbols.

The type of the jackpot symbol of the special figure 1 and the type of the jackpot symbol of the special figure 2 can be set as appropriate. For example, as in the jackpot symbol type determination table shown in FIG. 10 (B), the jackpot symbol of the special figure 1 As a jackpot symbol A, a jackpot symbol B, and a jackpot symbol C, three types of jackpot symbols are provided, and as a jackpot symbol of special figure 2, three types of jackpot symbols D, a jackpot symbol E, and a jackpot symbol F are used. Can be provided. Then, as in the jackpot symbol type determination table shown in FIG. 10B, in the first jackpot symbol type determination table and the second jackpot symbol type determination table, the jackpot symbol type random number determination values are appropriately distributed to various jackpot symbols. ing. The distribution rate for each jackpot symbol type can be changed as appropriate. In addition, the types of jackpot symbols can be increased or decreased as appropriate.

3-2-3. Reach judgment In the reach judgment, for example, when the result of the jackpot judgment is a loss, whether or not to generate the reach by the special figure variation effect described later is determined by using the reach judgment table as shown in FIG. 10 (C). It is to decide.

The reach determination table can be associated with the gaming state (non-time saving state / time saving state). When associated with the gaming state, for example, the reach determination table includes a reach determination table (non-time reduction reach determination table) used in the non-time reduction state and a reach determination table (time reduction reach) used in the time reduction state. Judgment table).

In each reach judgment table, the judgment value of the reach random number (reach random number judgment value) is divided into "with reach (generate reach)" and "without reach (do not generate reach)" which are the results of reach judgment. There is. Therefore, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 collates the acquired reach random numbers with the reach determination table, and determines whether or not there is reach (whether or not to generate reach).

As shown in FIG. 10 (C), the number of reach random number determination values determined to be "with reach (generate reach)" may be different between the non-time saving reach determination table and the time saving reach determination table. It is possible. In the following, the result of reach judgment "with reach (generate reach)" performed on the premise that the result of jackpot judgment is "miss" is referred to as "loss with reach" and "without reach (without reach). "Does not cause reach)" is sometimes referred to as "loss without reach".

3-2-4. Special figure fluctuation pattern judgment In the special figure fluctuation pattern judgment, regardless of whether the result of the jackpot judgment is a jackpot or a loss, for example, a fluctuation pattern judgment table of a special symbol as shown in FIGS. 11 to 12 (special figure fluctuation pattern). The determination table) is used to determine the variation pattern of the variable display of the special figure (special figure variation pattern).

The special figure fluctuation pattern is identification information for identifying predetermined items related to the special figure fluctuation time, the so-called “shaku”, the effect flow (effect content) of the special figure variation effect described later, and the like. It should be noted that the special figure fluctuation pattern may include identification information regarding the result of the jackpot determination and the result of the reach determination, in addition to the special figure fluctuation time and the effect flow (effect content) of the special figure variation effect. The type and number of special figure fluctuation patterns can be changed as appropriate.

The special figure fluctuation pattern judgment table is the type of special symbol (special figure 1 / special figure 2) that performs variable display to be judged, in other words, the starting port where a prize is given due to the special figure fluctuation pattern judgment. It can be associated with the type (first starting port 11 / second starting port 12). That is, in the special figure variation pattern determination table, the special figure variation pattern determination table (special figure 1 variation pattern determination table: FIG. 11) used when performing the variable display of the special figure 1 and the variable display of the special figure 2 are displayed. There is a special figure variation pattern determination table (special figure 2 variation pattern determination table: FIG. 12) used at the time of the operation.

Then, each special figure variation pattern determination table can be associated with a gaming state (non-time saving state / time saving state). Specifically, the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern judgment table is used in the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern judgment table (non-time saving special figure 1 fluctuation pattern judgment table) used in the non-time saving state and in the time saving state. There is a special figure 1 fluctuation pattern judgment table (special figure 1 fluctuation pattern judgment table for time saving). On the other hand, similarly, the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern judgment table is also used in the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern judgment table (non-time saving special figure 2 fluctuation pattern judgment table) used in the non-time saving state and in the time saving state. There is a special figure 2 fluctuation pattern judgment table (special figure 2 fluctuation pattern judgment table for time saving).

Further, each special figure fluctuation pattern determination table associated with the gaming state (non-time saving state / time saving state) can be further associated with the jackpot determination result and the reach determination result. That is, the non-time-saving special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination table and the time-saving special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination table have a jackpot, a reach loss, and a non-reach loss, respectively. Similarly, the non-time saving special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table and the time saving special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table also have a jackpot, a reach loss, and a non-reach loss, respectively.

Further, the special figure 1 variation pattern determination table for each reachless loss associated with the game state can also be associated with the special figure 1 hold number. For example, it is used when the special figure 1 hold number (U1) is 0 to 2 and the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination table for loss without reach is used, and when the special figure 1 hold number (U1) is 3 to 4. There is a special figure 1 fluctuation pattern judgment table for loss without reach. Similarly, the special figure 2 variation pattern determination table for each reachless loss associated with the game state can also be associated with the special figure 2 hold number. Specifically, when the special figure 2 hold number (U2) is 0 to 2, the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table for loss without reach, and when the special figure 2 hold number (U2) is 3 to 4. There is a special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table for loss without reach, which is used for.

Then, the special map display 81 performs the variation display of the special map of the special map variation time according to the special map variation pattern determined by each special map variation pattern determination. Then, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed as the display result of the special symbol variable display (result of the special symbol lottery) after the variable display of the special symbol, the variable display of the next special symbol is not immediately performed, and the next special symbol is subsequently displayed. , The jackpot game is executed.

Further, it is possible to associate each special figure variation pattern with an effect flow of the special figure variation effect as shown in the third column from the right in the table of FIGS. 11 to 12. Here, a typical effect constituting the effect flow of the special figure variation effect associated with the special figure variation pattern will be described.

There are normal fluctuation, reach, normal reach (N reach), long reach (L reach), special reach (SP reach), and battle production as the production that constitutes the production flow of the special figure fluctuation production.

The normal fluctuation suggests that the effect symbols that had been stopped and displayed started to change, and each of the effect symbols constituting each effect display fluctuated at a high speed to the extent that it was difficult to recognize, and the variable display of the special symbol was started. It is a production to do. Then, the special figure fluctuation effect (the part from the start of the change of the effect symbol to the stop of the change) related to the loss change without reach and the part until the reach is established (determined) in the special figure change effect in which the reach occurs are usually changed. May consist of.

Immediately after the reach is established (fixed) through normal fluctuation, the N reach is maintained for a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds) at the position where the effect symbols constituting the reach are temporarily stopped, and the remaining one is This is a production in which the production symbol slows down and fluctuates at a lower speed than the normal fluctuation. The jackpot expectation suggested by N reach is higher than normal fluctuations and lower than L reach and SP reach, which will be described later. When the special figure variation effect ends at N reach, the remaining one effect symbol that fluctuates at the low speed stops. In the case of loss, the remaining one effect symbol stops at an effect symbol different from the effect symbols constituting the reach. If the special symbol variation effect is not completed in N reach, the remaining one effect symbol changes at high speed again, and develops (switches) from N reach to L reach and SP reach while the reach is maintained.

The L reach can be executed at the time of a big hit or a loss, and is an effect suggesting whether or not the big hit game state is reached, and suggests that there is a possibility of the big hit game state. Further, the L reach is, for example, an effect that can be performed after the N reach, which is performed for a longer time than the N reach, and suggests that the jackpot expectation is higher than the N reach. Even in the L reach, the established reach is maintained, but the effect symbols constituting the reach are reduced, and the predetermined position (for example, the left effect symbol EZ1 described later) that does not interfere with the background image is smaller than that in the N reach. At the upper left of the display unit 50a, the right effect symbol EZ3 is moved to the upper right of the display unit 50a), and the background image is switched to the background image dedicated to the L reach (the image dedicated to the L reach is played). In L reach, an animation image by 2DCG is mainly displayed on the display unit 50a. As the production content of L reach, a video of a scene different from the game related to SP reach, which will be described later, is displayed, such as the main character performing special training to learn a special move.

The SP reach can be executed at the time of a big hit or a loss, and is an effect suggesting whether or not the big hit game state is reached, and suggests that there is a possibility of the big hit game state. Furthermore, the SP reach is, for example, an effect that can be executed after the N reach, which is performed for a longer time than the L reach, and suggests that the jackpot expectation is higher than the L reach. Even in the SP reach, the established reach is maintained, but the effect symbols constituting the reach are reduced, and the predetermined position (for example, the left effect symbol EZ1 described later) that does not interfere with the background image is smaller than that in the N reach. At the upper left of the display unit 50a, the right effect symbol EZ3 is moved to the upper right of the display unit 50a), and the background image is switched to the background image dedicated to SP reach (the image dedicated to SP reach is played). In SP reach, a 3DCG image is mainly displayed on the display unit 50a. Then, as the production content of the SP reach, a video of a scene in which the team to which the hero character belongs and the team to which the rivals of the hero character belong play a match is displayed.

The battle effect is, for example, an effect that can be executed after reaching in a short time state, and is an effect that suggests that the jackpot expectation is higher than the normal fluctuation. Even in the battle effect, the established reach is maintained, but the effect symbols constituting the reach are reduced and the predetermined position (for example, the left effect symbol EZ1 is on the upper left of the display unit 50a and the right effect symbol EZ3 is on the display unit 50a). While moving to (upper right of), it switches to the background image dedicated to the battle production (the video dedicated to the battle production is played). Further, in the battle effect, the 3DCG image is mainly displayed on the display unit 50a.

In addition, in the "state in which the reach is maintained" in the N reach, the L reach, the SP reach, and the battle production, the effect symbols constituting the reach in the N reach, the L reach, the SP reach, and the battle production are displayed on the display unit 50a. Not only the state in which the image is visible in the display unit 50a, but also the state in which the effect symbols constituting the reach are difficult to see or cannot be seen from the display unit 50a for a predetermined period in relation to the dedicated background image, for example. In addition, the production contents of normal fluctuation, N reach, L reach, SP reach, and battle production can be changed as appropriate. Further, the effects constituting the special figure variation effect are not limited to these, and can be added or reduced as appropriate.

Further, as shown in the second column from the right in the table of FIGS. 11 to 12, it is possible to give a name to the special figure fluctuation pattern by associating the jackpot determination result and the effect content of the special figure fluctuation effect. .. Then, the special figure fluctuation pattern related to the jackpot may be collectively referred to as "big hit fluctuation", and the special figure fluctuation pattern related to the loss may be collectively referred to as "loss fluctuation".

Furthermore, the special figure fluctuation pattern in which SP reach is performed regardless of the jackpot judgment result is "SP reach fluctuation", the special figure fluctuation pattern in which L reach is performed is "L reach fluctuation", and the special figure fluctuation in N reach. The special figure fluctuation pattern at which the production ends is sometimes collectively referred to as "N reach fluctuation". In addition, the loss fluctuation with reach is referred to as "loss fluctuation with reach", and the loss fluctuation without reach is sometimes collectively referred to as "normal loss fluctuation".

3-2-5. Pre-reading determination The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform pre-reading determination using, for example, a pre-reading determination table as shown in FIGS. 13 to 14 based on the acquired special figure-related determination information before performing jackpot determination. is there. The look-ahead judgment table shows the type of start port (first start port 11 / second start port 12) related to the start prize, in other words, the type of special figure (special figure 1 / special figure) that is variably displayed according to the start prize. It can be associated with 2). That is, in the look-ahead determination table, the first look-ahead determination table (FIG. 13) and the second start opening 12 when the first start port 11 is won and the variable display of the special figure 1 is performed are won, and the special figure 1 is given. There is a second look-ahead determination table (FIG. 14) when the variable display of 2 is performed. The look-ahead determination performed based on the first look-ahead determination table is also referred to as "first look-ahead determination", and the look-ahead determination performed based on the second look-ahead determination table is also referred to as "second look-ahead determination".

In addition, the look-ahead determination table can also be associated with a gaming state (normal gaming state / high-probability high-base gaming state / low-probability high-base gaming state), which will be described later. That is, the look-ahead judgment table includes a look-ahead judgment table (a look-ahead judgment table for a normal game state) used in a normal gaming state and a look-ahead judgment table (a high-probability high-base game) used in a high-probability high-base game state. There is a pre-reading determination table for a state) and a pre-reading determination table (a pre-reading determination table for a low-probability high-base gaming state) used in a low-probability high-base gaming state.

That is, the look-ahead determination table includes a first look-ahead determination table used in the normal gaming state, a first look-ahead determination table used in the high-probability high-base gaming state, and a low-probability high-base gaming state. The first look-ahead judgment table used, the second look-ahead judgment table used in the normal game state, the second look-ahead judgment table used in the high-probability high-base game state, and the low-probability high-base game state. There is a second look-ahead determination table used for.

By the look-ahead determination using the look-ahead determination table shown in FIGS. 13 to 14, the special figure variation pattern related to the variable display of the special figure performed by winning the starting ports 11 and 12 is specified. That is, the special figure variation pattern related to the variable display of the special figure is specified as the look-ahead determination result before the variable display of the special figure based on the prize is performed. In the process of specifying the special figure fluctuation pattern, the success or failure of the jackpot is also specified as the look-ahead judgment result.

Then, the look-ahead determination result including the information about the special figure fluctuation pattern and the like is associated with the start winning command. As will be described later, the start winning command is transmitted to the effect control board 120 as a look-ahead determination result along with its generation. It should be noted that what kind of information is specified as the look-ahead determination result can be appropriately changed. For example, information on the jackpot symbol type can also be included in the look-ahead determination result.

As described above, by performing the jackpot determination, the jackpot symbol type determination, the reach determination, and the special figure fluctuation pattern determination, the special figure display 81 performs variable display of the special figure. Then, when the jackpot symbol is stopped and displayed as the display result (result of the special symbol lottery) in the variable display of the special symbol, the next variable display of the special symbol is not performed, and the jackpot game is subsequently executed. Next, the jackpot game will be described.

3-3. Big hit game The big hit game consists of multiple round games that involve the opening and closing of the big winning opening 14, the opening (also referred to as OP) from the start of the big hit game to the start of the first round game, and the final round. It includes the ending (also referred to as ED) from the end of the round game to the end of the jackpot game. Each round game begins with the end of the opening or the end of the previous round game and ends with the start of the next round game or the start of the ending.

It is possible not to provide OP or ED. Further, in the following, the round game of a predetermined number of times (predetermined order) is simply referred to as a "round". For example, the first (first) round game is also called "1 round (1R)", and the 10th round game is also called "10 round (10R)".

Then, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 controls the jackpot game by using the jackpot game control table. The jackpot game control table can be set for each type of jackpot symbol. That is, it is possible to associate the jackpot game with the type of jackpot symbol. Then, one type or a plurality of types of jackpot games can be set.

The jackpot game control table stores elements (big hit game components) that make up the jackpot game. The jackpot game components include the number of round games, the number of times the big prize opening 14 is opened in each round game, the type and opening time (opening pattern) of the big winning opening where each opening is performed, and the time to close until the next opening. (Closed time), opening time (opening time), ending time (ending time), etc. are included.

Then, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 can control the jackpot game by using, for example, the jackpot game control table as shown in FIG. 15A. That is, it is possible to set the type of the jackpot game and the jackpot game component for each jackpot game as shown in FIG. 15A. Here, the jackpot game set in FIG. 15A will be described.

In the jackpot game associated with the jackpot symbol A (hereinafter, also referred to as "first jackpot game"), a round game is performed 10 times. Then, in each round game from 1R to 10R, the big winning opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds per round game. In addition, there is an opening in which the big winning opening 14 is kept closed for 10.0 seconds from the start of the first big hit game to the start of the first round game. Further, there is an ending in which the big winning opening 14 is kept closed for 15.0 seconds from the end of the last round game to the end of the first big hit game.

In the jackpot game associated with the jackpot symbol B (hereinafter, also referred to as "second jackpot game"), a round game is performed five times. Then, in each round game from 1R to 5R, the big winning opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds per round game. In addition, there is an opening in which the big winning opening 14 is kept closed for 10.0 seconds from the start of the second big hit game to the start of the first round game. Further, there is an ending in which the big winning opening 14 is kept closed for 15.0 seconds from the end of the last round game to the end of the second big hit game.

In the jackpot game associated with the jackpot symbol C (hereinafter, also referred to as "third jackpot game"), a round game is performed five times. Then, in each round game from 1R to 5R, the big winning opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds per round game. In addition, there is an opening in which the big winning opening 14 is kept closed for 10.0 seconds from the start of the third big hit game to the start of the first round game. Further, there is an ending in which the big winning opening 14 is kept closed for 15.0 seconds from the end of the last round game to the end of the third big hit game.

In the jackpot game associated with the jackpot symbol D (hereinafter, also referred to as "fourth jackpot game"), a round game is performed 10 times. Then, in each round game from 1R to 10R, the big winning opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds per round game. In addition, there is an opening in which the big winning opening 14 is kept closed for 10.0 seconds from the start of the fourth big hit game to the start of the first round game. Further, there is an ending in which the big winning opening 14 is kept closed for 15.0 seconds from the end of the last round game to the end of the fourth big hit game.

In the jackpot game associated with the jackpot symbol E (hereinafter, also referred to as "fifth jackpot game"), a round game is performed 10 times. Then, in each round game from 1R to 10R, the big winning opening 14 is opened for a maximum of 29.5 seconds per round game. In addition, there is an opening in which the big winning opening 14 is kept closed for 10.0 seconds from the start of the fifth big hit game to the start of the first round game. Further, there is an ending in which the big winning opening 14 is kept closed for 15.0 seconds from the end of the last round game to the end of the fifth big hit game.

In each round game, when a predetermined number (for example, 10) of game balls is detected by the large winning opening sensor 14a, even before the maximum opening time of the large winning opening 14 elapses, it is large. The winning opening 14 is closed and the round game ends. In addition, the types and specific contents of the jackpot game components can be changed as appropriate.

Further, in the jackpot game control table shown in FIG. 15A, which type of jackpot game is executed is determined by the type of jackpot symbol, but the jackpot game is executed by a method different from this. You may do so. For example, a device that can be distributed to two winning openings is provided in the game area 6, and if one winning opening is won, only a jackpot game consisting of a predetermined number of round games is executed, while if the other winning opening is won, a predetermined number is specified. Either a jackpot game consisting of more than a number of round games or a jackpot game consisting of less than a predetermined number of round games may be executed with a predetermined probability by a lottery or the like.

3-4. Game state Next, a game state in which the pachinko gaming machine PY1 can be controlled will be described. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 has a jackpot game state in which the jackpot game is executed and a non-big hit game state in which the jackpot game is not executed. The non-big hit game state includes a normal game state, which is a basic base game state, and a specific game state, which is more advantageous to the player than the normal game state. Factors that are "advantageous to the player" related to this specific gaming state include the jackpot probability and the ease of opening the second starting port 12. That is, the jackpot probability and the ease of opening the second starting port 12 can be associated with the specific gaming state.

Regarding the jackpot probability, the advantage to the player is that the jackpot probability is higher than that in the normal gaming state, and it becomes easier to win the jackpot. Further, regarding the ease of opening the second starting port 12, the advantage to the player is that the ease of opening the second starting port 12 is higher than in the normal gaming state, and the opening of the second starting port 12 per unit time is higher. It means that the time will be longer.

As the specific game state, both the jackpot probability and the opening time per unit time of the second starting port 12 are advantageous to the player, and the second specific game state in which only the jackpot probability is advantageous to the player. It is possible to set three types of a specific gaming state and a third specific gaming state in which only the opening time per unit time of the second starting port 12 is advantageous to the player. It is also possible to mount a part of the three types of specific gaming states without mounting all of these three types of specific gaming states on the pachinko gaming machine PY1.

Here, as a partial gaming state focusing on the jackpot probability, a state in which the jackpot probability is higher than that in the normal gaming state and the jackpot probability is advantageous to the player is referred to as a "high probability state". On the other hand, the jackpot probability is the normal probability in the normal gaming state, and the state in which the jackpot probability is not advantageous to the player is called the "normal probability state".

Further, as a partial gaming state focusing on the opening time of the second starting port 12 per unit time, the opening time of the second starting port 12 per unit time is longer than that in the normal gaming state, and the second starting port 12 A state in which the ease of opening is advantageous to the player is called a "time saving state". On the other hand, the opening time of the second starting port 12 per unit time is the opening time in the normal gaming state, and the state in which the ease of opening the second starting port 12 is not advantageous to the player is "non-time saving". It is called "state".

Here, the non-time saving state and the time saving state will be described in detail. As described above, in the time saving state, the opening time of the electric chew 12D per unit time is longer than in the non-time saving state. That is, the time saving state is a state in which the second starting port 12 is more likely to win a prize than the non-time saving state. Here, a specific method for making it easier for the second starting port 12 to win a prize in the time saving state than in the non-time saving state will be described.

For example, by setting the time-saving state to a state in which the fluctuation time of the normal figure is likely to be shorter than that in the non-time-saving state, it is possible to make it easier for the second starting port 12 to win a prize in the time-saving state. For example, as described above, regardless of the result of the collision detection, the normal map fluctuation time (5.0 seconds) shorter than the normal map fluctuation time (30.0 seconds) determined in the non-time saving state is set in the time-saving state. Let it be decided. As a result, the number of times the general drawing lottery is executed per unit time is larger in the time-saving state. In this case, regardless of the difference between the non-time saving state and the time saving state, if the probability of winning in the collision detection and the opening time of the electric chew 12D in one auxiliary game are the same, the general drawing lottery per unit time As the number of executions increases, the opening time of the electric chew 12D per unit time becomes longer.

Further, by setting the time saving state to a state in which the opening time of the electric chew 12D in one auxiliary game is likely to be longer than that in the non-time saving state, it is possible to make it easier for the second starting port 12 to win a prize in the time saving state. .. For example, as described above, in the non-time saving state, the electric chew 12D is released for 0.2 seconds in one auxiliary game, whereas in the time saving state, the electric chew 12D is 5.0 in total in one auxiliary game. Try to open for seconds. In this case, regardless of the difference between the non-time saving state and the time saving state, if the probability of winning in the hit judgment and the normal figure fluctuation time are the same, the number of times the auxiliary game is executed per unit time becomes the same, so once. Since the opening time of the electric chew 12D in the auxiliary game is long, the opening time of the electric chew 12D per unit time becomes long.

Further, by setting the time-saving state to a state in which it is easier to determine a hit in the hit determination than in the non-time-saving state, it is possible to make it easier for the second starting port 12 to win a prize in the time-saving state. For example, as described above, in the non-time saving state, the hit determination is determined to be a hit with a probability of 6600/65536, whereas in the time saving state, the hit determination is determined to be a hit with a probability of 59936/65536. .. In this case, regardless of the difference between the non-time saving state and the time saving state, if the opening time of the electric chew 12D and the fluctuation time of the normal figure in one auxiliary game are the same, there is a high probability that the hit determination will determine a hit. Since the number of hit determinations per unit time increases, the opening time of the electric chew 12D per unit time becomes long.

In this way, in the time-saving state, it is easier to win than in the non-time-saving state, the fluctuation time of the normal figure is likely to be short, and the opening time of the electric chew 12D in one auxiliary game is likely to be long. By satisfying the three conditions, in the time-saving state, the opening time of the electric chew 12D per unit time becomes longer than in the non-time-saving state, and it is possible to easily win a prize in the second starting port 12. As a result, the so-called "base", which is the ratio of the number of prize balls to the number of launched balls, becomes high. Therefore, in a short time state where the base is high, it is possible to aim for a big hit without significantly reducing the number of game balls possessed as compared with the normal game state. That is, it can be said that the time saving state is more advantageous for the player than the non-time saving state.

In the time saving state, not all three conditions for increasing the opening time per unit time of the second starting port 12 may be satisfied, but only some conditions may be satisfied. Finally, in the time-saving state, the opening time of the electric chew 12D per unit time becomes longer than in the non-time-saving state, and it is sufficient that the second starting port 12 can be easily won.

Further, in the time-saving state, the number of executions of the special figure variable display per unit time is small or special by making it easier to select a special figure fluctuation pattern having a shorter special figure fluctuation time than in the non-time saving state. The average of the fluctuation times in the figure may be low. As a result, in the time-saving state, the pace at which the special figure hold is digested becomes faster, and an effective prize (a prize that can be stored as a special figure hold) to the starting port is likely to occur. Therefore, it is possible to aim for a big hit under the smooth progress of the game.

In the following, the first specific game state is referred to as a "high probability high base game state" and the second specific game state is referred to as a "high probability low" in relation to the content of the advantage to the player for each specific game state. The "base game state" and the third specific game state are also referred to as "low probability high base game state". Further, the normal gaming state is also referred to as a "low probability low base gaming state".

Therefore, it can be said that the low-probability low-base gaming state is a gaming state controlled in a normal probability state and a non-time saving state. Similarly, the low-probability high-base gaming state is controlled by the normal probability state and time-saving state, the high-probability low-base gaming state is controlled by the high-probability state and non-time-saving state, and the high-probability high-base gaming state is controlled by the high-probability state and time-saving state. It can be said that it is in a gaming state.

As described above, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 can be controlled in a low-probability low-base gaming state, a low-probability high-base gaming state, a high-probability low-base gaming state, a high-probability high-base gaming state, and a jackpot gaming state. In the jackpot game state, the jackpot 14 is open for a long time and a large amount of game balls can be acquired. Therefore, the jackpot game state can also be said to be a game state advantageous to the player. Therefore, the jackpot game state and the specific game state can be said to be "advantageous game states" that are more advantageous to the player than the normal game state.

The high-probability high-base game state and the high-probability low-base game state are more advantageous to the player than the low-probability low-base game state in that the jackpot probability is higher than the normal probability state. is there. Further, the high-probability high-base gaming state and the low-probability high-base gaming state are more advantageous to the player than the low-probability low-base gaming state in that the ease of winning the second starting port 12 is higher than that in the non-time saving state. It is in a gaming state. Furthermore, in the jackpot game state, the jackpot game state is a low-probability low-base game because the first start opening 11 and the big prize opening 14 in which the number of prize balls by one winning is larger than the second start opening 12 are opened. It is a gaming state that is more advantageous to the player than the state.

Further, when the power of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is turned on, the normal gaming state is first set. In addition, the jackpot game state is set by displaying the stop display of the jackpot symbol. On the other hand, the specific game state is set by winning the jackpot and executing the jackpot game. Next, the setting of the specific gaming state will be described.

3-5. Setting of specific gaming state The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can newly set a specific gaming state with the end of the jackpot game. That is, after the jackpot game, the game can be controlled and advanced in a specific game state. The duration of this specific gaming state can be set as appropriate. For example, the specific game state can be continued until the next big hit is won. It is also possible to limit the period during which the specific gaming state can be continued.

When limiting the duration of the specific gaming state, the specific gaming state can be terminated when the termination condition for the duration is satisfied. Then, when the specific gaming state ends, the normal gaming state can be set. Further, regarding the high-probability high-base game state, when the end condition is satisfied, the low-probability high-base game state or the high-probability low-base game state can be set. In this case, the newly set low-probability high-base gaming state or high-probability low-base gaming state may be continued until the next big hit is won. Further, the same or different end conditions may be set for the newly set low-probability high-base game state or high-probability low-base game state, and when the end condition is satisfied, the normal game state may be set.

In addition, the end condition for the duration of the specific gaming state can be set as appropriate. As the end condition, for example, the number of times the special figure variable display is executed can be set. In addition, the number of times the special figure variable display is executed is not limited to the elapsed time after the jackpot game, the number of balls launched after the jackpot game, the number of passages to the gate 13 after the jackpot game, or whether to end the specific game state. It is possible to set the end condition to derive the result of ending in the lottery of whether or not (so-called "fall lottery"). Further, these elements may be set individually as the end condition, or may be set in combination.

Note that these end conditions may be set to be the same for all specific game states that can be set after the jackpot game, or for some specific game states that can be set. You may. Further, the end condition may be different for each specific game state.

Further, the specific game state controlled after the jackpot game, the presence / absence of the end condition, and the content of the end condition can be associated with the jackpot symbol type related to the jackpot game. For example, when the jackpot symbol type is set as described above, as shown in FIG. 15B, a high-probability high-base game is performed after the jackpot game related to the jackpot symbol A, the jackpot symbol B, and the jackpot symbol D is completed. The game may be controlled in the state. Here, this high-probability, high-base game state can be continued until a big hit is won without setting an end condition. Further, after the jackpot game related to the jackpot symbol C and the jackpot symbol E is completed, the game may be controlled in the low probability and high base game state. Here, an end condition can be set for this low-probability high-base game state, and the special figure variable display can be set 100 times as the end condition. The relationship between the jackpot type symbol and the specific game state controlled after the jackpot game, the presence or absence of the end condition, and the content of the end condition is an example, and is not limited to this.

In addition, paying attention to the game profit of the jackpot, the jackpot in which the game progresses in a high probability state after the jackpot game is also called "high probability jackpot". Further, a jackpot in which the game progresses in a high probability state and a short time state after the jackpot game is also referred to as a "probability variation jackpot". In addition, a jackpot in which the game progresses in a normal probability state and a time-saving state after the jackpot game is also referred to as a "time-saving jackpot".

4. Main effects by the gaming machine Next, the main effects performed by the pachinko gaming machine PY1 will be described with reference to FIGS. 16 to 30.

4-1. Production mode First, the production mode will be described. The production mode is a division of production (or a higher-level conceptual attribute). The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can set a customer waiting effect mode, a normal effect mode, a probability variation effect mode, a time saving effect mode, and a jackpot effect mode as the effect modes.

In the customer waiting effect mode, the special figure variable display is performed in "low probability low base game state", "low probability high base game state", "high probability low base game state" and "high probability high base game state". This is an effect mode that can be set when there is no special figure and indicates that the standby state is in the state where the variable display of the special figure is not performed. The customer waiting effect is performed when the customer waiting effect mode is set. In the customer waiting effect, for example, as shown in FIG. 16A, a customer waiting demo video G100 introducing the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is displayed on the display unit 50a. Further, when the first effect button 40k is operated while the customer waiting demo video G100 is displayed, as shown in FIG. 16B, the setting screen G101 for setting the effect of the pachinko gaming machine PY1. Is displayed. The settings related to the effect include a volume setting of the sound output from the speaker 52, a brightness setting of the display unit 50a, a frequency setting of the effect to be executed, and the like. It should be noted that the setting items related to the effect can be set as appropriate. It is also possible to prevent the setting screen G101 from being displayed by the operation of the player from the customer waiting demo video G100.

The normal effect mode can be set in the "low probability low base game state", and is an effect mode indicating that the game is in the normal game state. Further, a plurality of lower production modes belonging to the normal production mode can be provided. For example, as the lower layer effect mode belonging to the normal effect mode, a first normal effect mode, a second normal effect mode, a third normal effect mode, and the like can be provided.

In the following, the production mode of the lower hierarchy belonging to the production mode is also referred to as a “production stage”. Along with this, the first normal production mode is also referred to as the "first normal production stage", the second normal production mode is also referred to as the "second normal production stage", and the third normal production mode is also referred to as the "third normal production stage". Say. Unless there are special circumstances, basically, the production mode set when the special figure variation display is first started after the power of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is turned on is the first normal production stage ( It is assumed that it is the first normal production mode). However, the type of the effect mode initially set is not particularly limited and may be changed as appropriate.

When a plurality of production stages belonging to the normal production mode are provided in this way, the production stages can be repeatedly switched in order when a predetermined switching condition is satisfied. The switching condition can be set as appropriate, but for example, the switching condition can be set so that the special figure variable effect is performed a predetermined number of times without winning a big hit. Further, as the switching condition, it is possible to set that a specific effect such as a special figure variation effect based on the SP reach loss variation is executed.

In addition, as will be described later, a reach may occur in the special figure variation effect, but the special figure variation effect is established for the entire section of the special figure variation effect when the reach does not occur, and the reach when the reach occurs. It can be divided into a front part before the operation and a rear part after the reach is established when the reach occurs. The first part is composed of the above-mentioned "normal fluctuation".

Then, in the front stage portion of the first normal effect stage, a background image (FIG. 17 (A): first normal background image G111) mainly representing the scenery of the city is displayed on the display unit 50a. In the front stage portion of the second normal production stage, a background image (FIG. 17 (B): second normal background image G112) mainly representing the ground of the baseball field is displayed on the display unit 50a. In the front stage portion of the third normal effect stage, a background image (FIG. 17 (C): third normal background image G113) mainly representing the inside of the restaurant is displayed on the display unit 50a. On the other hand, in the latter part of the first normal effect stage to the third normal effect stage, the first normal background image G111, the second normal background image G112, and the third normal background image G113 are not displayed, and the normal effect mode is used. A dedicated background image is displayed according to the type of reach.

The dedicated background image according to the type of reach in the normal production mode may be a background image common to the normal production mode regardless of the type of the production stage, or may be a different background image for each production stage.

Further, the normal effect mode can be set even in the "high probability low base game state", and the normal effect mode may be an effect mode indicating that the non-time saving state is set. Alternatively, a predetermined effect mode that is set only in the "high probability low base game state" and is different from the normal effect mode may be provided. Further, in the low-probability low-base gaming state and the high-probability low-base gaming state that occur under certain conditions, a predetermined effect mode different from the normal effect mode may be set.

The probability variation effect mode can be set in the "high probability high base game state", and is an effect mode indicating that the state is a high probability high base game state. In the first stage portion of the probability variation effect mode, for example, as shown in FIG. 17D, a background image (probability variation background image G120) representing the universe is displayed on the display unit 50a, and the probability variation BGM is output from the speaker 52. .. Further, in the latter part of the probability variation effect mode, a dedicated background image corresponding to the type of reach in the probability variation effect mode is displayed.

The time saving effect mode can be set in the "low probability high base game state" or the "high probability high base game state", and is either the low probability high base game state or the high probability high base game state, and at least the time reduction. This is an effect mode indicating that the state is in a state. In the first stage portion of the time saving effect mode, for example, as shown in FIG. 17 (E), a background image (time saving background image G130) representing the sky is displayed on the display unit 50a, and the time saving BGM is output from the speaker 52. .. Further, in the latter part of the time saving effect mode, a dedicated background image corresponding to the type of reach in the time saving effect mode is displayed.

The time saving effect mode is set only in the low probability high base game state, and can be set to the effect mode indicating that the low probability high base game state is in effect.

Further, for either or either of the probabilistic effect mode and the time saving effect mode, a plurality of effect stages for the effect mode are further provided as in the normal effect mode, and the effect stage is switched when a predetermined switching condition is satisfied. You can do it.

The jackpot effect mode is an effect mode that can be set when a jackpot game is being performed in the "big hit game state", and is an effect mode indicating that the jackpot game is being performed. In the jackpot effect mode, for example, during the opening of the jackpot game, as shown in FIG. 18A, the display unit 50a has an opening image G1 suggesting the start of the jackpot game and a right-handed image G2 prompting "right-handed". Is displayed. The jackpot opening effect is performed. In addition, during the opening, as a jackpot opening effect, a background image (opening background image G200) corresponding to the type of jackpot game is displayed on the display unit 50a as the background of the opening image G1 and the right-handed image G2. ..

Further, in the jackpot effect mode, during the round game in the jackpot game, as shown in FIG. 18B, the right-handed image G2 is continuously displayed from the opening on the display unit 50a, and the round image showing the number of rounds is displayed. A round effect is performed in which the prize ball number image G4 suggesting the G3 and the number of prize balls paid out is displayed. In addition, during the round game, as a round effect, the background of the right-handed image G2, the round image G3, and the prize ball number image G4 on the display unit 50a, and the background image according to the type of the jackpot game (round background). Image G201) is displayed, and BGM corresponding to the type of jackpot game is output from the speaker 52.

Further, during the ending in the jackpot game, as shown in FIG. 18C, the display unit 50a suggests the ending image G5 suggesting the effect mode set after the jackpot game and the total number of prize balls paid out. The jackpot ending effect in which the total prize ball number image G6 is displayed is performed. In addition, during the ending, as a jackpot ending effect, a background image (ending background image G202) corresponding to the type of jackpot game is displayed on the display unit 50a as the background of the ending image G5 and the total prize ball number image G6. Will be done.

In the following, the jackpot opening effect, the round effect, and the jackpot ending effect are collectively referred to as a "big hit game effect" as an effect executed in the jackpot game. That is, the jackpot game effect is performed in the jackpot effect mode.

4-2. Special figure fluctuation effect Next, the special figure variation effect will be described. When the variable display of the special figure is started, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 has a special figure fluctuation pattern and a special figure lottery result (big hit judgment result, big hit symbol type judgment result, reach judgment result, and The special figure fluctuation effect is executed based on the special figure fluctuation pattern determination result) and the like.

In the special figure variation effect, the display unit 50a superimposes the variation display of the effect symbol on the predetermined background image. In the variable display of the effect symbol, it stops after the effect symbol changes. That is, after the special symbol fluctuation time and the variation display of the effect symbol are performed, the variation is stopped and the effect symbol is stopped and displayed. Then, basically, the result of the special figure lottery is notified by the stop display of the effect symbol.

In the special figure variation effect performed by the display unit 50a, it is possible to use an image other than the variation display of the effect symbol. Further, in addition to the image display device 50 including the display unit 50a, various effect devices such as a speaker 52, a frame lamp 53, a panel movable device 55, a first effect button device 40, and a second effect button device 41 are used. It is possible to perform a figure variation effect.

Next, in the special figure variation effect executed in response to the special figure variable display, the effect symbol displayed on the display unit 50a will be described. The effect symbols are also identification information for indicating the special figure lottery result, and a plurality of types are provided. Specifically, one of the constituent elements of the effect symbol constitutes identification information for indicating the special figure lottery result, and a plurality of types of effect symbols are provided depending on the difference in the identification information.

For example, as shown in FIG. 19A, the effect symbols may be composed of numbers 1 to 9, and nine effect symbols may be provided. Then, the effect symbol including the number "1" is designated as the effect symbol G10a. Similarly, the effect symbols including the numbers "2" to "9" are referred to as effect symbols G10b to effect symbols G10e. For convenience, when individual production symbols are handled without distinction, they are collectively referred to as "production design G10".

In addition, the numerical parts of the effect symbols G10c and G10g related to "3" and "7" are red, and "1", "2", "4", "5", "6", "8", and The number portions of the effect symbols G10a, G10b, G10d, G10e, G10f, G10h, and G10i of "9" are blue. That is, a color is included in the component of the effect symbol G10. The configuration of the effect symbol G10 and what the identification information is set to may be appropriately changed. For example, other components such as a character associated with each number may be added to the effect symbol G10.

Subsequently, the effect symbol display area for displaying the effect symbol G10 will be described. For example, as shown in FIG. 19B, the left side, the center, and the right side of the display unit 50a divided into three substantially evenly in the horizontal direction are the left effect symbol area 50b1, the middle effect symbol area 50b2, and the right effect symbol. The region can be 50b3. The effect symbol G10 is displayed in any of the left effect symbol area 50b1, the middle effect symbol area 50b2, and the right effect symbol area 50b3.

Then, mainly, in the front stage portion of the special symbol variation effect, the effect symbol G10 displayed in the left effect symbol area 50b1 is collectively referred to as "left effect symbol EZ1", and the effect symbol G10 displayed in the middle effect symbol area 50b2 is referred to. The effect symbol G10 displayed in the right effect symbol area 50b3 is collectively referred to as "right effect symbol EZ3". That is, in the left effect symbol area 50b1, the middle effect symbol area 50b2, and the right effect symbol area 50b3, the effect symbol G10 consisting of numbers 1 to 9 is commonly displayed, but the effect symbols are displayed at relative display positions. When distinguishing G10, it is described as left effect symbol EZ1, middle effect symbol EZ2, and right effect symbol EZ3.

Further, as shown in FIG. 19B, it is possible to provide a small symbol area 50c for variably displaying a small symbol in a section at the left end (lower left corner) of the lower end portion of the display unit 50a. In the small symbol area 50c, the small symbol can be variably displayed according to the variable display of the special symbol. The design of the small symbol can be set as appropriate, but for example, the numerical portion of the effect symbol G10 can be reduced as it is.

In FIG. 19B, the left effect symbol area 50b1, the middle effect symbol area 50b2, the right effect symbol area 50b3, and the small symbol area 50c are clearly indicated by a alternate long and short dash line, but these are the left effect symbol area 50b1 and It is described to represent the range of the middle effect symbol area 50b2, the right effect symbol area 50b3, and the small symbol area 50c, and is not actually displayed.

Further, as described above, as the effects constituting the effect flow of the special figure variation effect, there are normal variation, N reach, L reach, SP reach, and battle effect. Here, some of these will be described.

4-2-1. The normal fluctuation pachinko gaming machine PY1 can first perform normal fluctuation in the special figure fluctuation production. The normal fluctuation functions as an effect suggesting that the variable display of the special figure has started. Next, the normal fluctuation will be specifically described. As the small symbols, the left small symbol EZ1, the medium effect symbol EZ2, and the left small symbol KZ1, the small and medium-sized symbol KZ2, and the right small symbol KZ3 corresponding to the right effect symbol EZ3 are variably displayed in the small symbol area 50c.

For example, as shown in FIG. 20A, the left effect symbol EZ1, the middle effect symbol EZ2, and the right effect symbol EZ3 are stopped and displayed on the display unit 50a, and the left small symbol KZ1, the medium and small symbols KZ2, and the right small are displayed. When the variable display of the special figure is started from the state where the symbol KZ3 is stopped and the variable display of the special figure is not performed and the variable display of the special figure is waiting, FIG. 20 (B) As shown in, the special figure variation effect is started with the start. Specifically, the variable display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 is started, and the variable display of the left small symbol KZ1, the small and medium-sized symbol KZ2, and the right small symbol KZ3 is started.

It is possible to make the display mode of the variable display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 different from the display mode of the variable display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3. For example, the variation display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 is performed by scrolling the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 from the top to the bottom of the display unit 50a, and the variation display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 is performed by displaying each small symbol KZ1 to KZ3. It may be replaced one after another at a fixed position. It should be noted that the display mode of the variable display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the display mode of the variable display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 may be the same.

Further, the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are variablely displayed at high speed immediately after the start of the variable display. While the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are variablely displayed at high speed, the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are basically images of the background side such as the background images G111 to G114. Is displayed with transparency that is easy to see.

Then, if the special figure fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is the special figure fluctuation pattern of the loss without reach (for example, the normal loss fluctuation), the variable display of the special figure ends without the reach occurring (special figure). (Stop display), the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped and displayed with the loss stitches (so-called “separate stitches”) peculiar to the loss without reach.

Toward the stop display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3, for example, first, as shown in FIG. 20 (C), the left effect symbol EZ1 temporarily stops at a substantially central position in the vertical direction, and then is shown in FIG. 20 (D). As shown in FIG. 20 (E), the right effect symbol EZ3 temporarily stops at a substantially central position in the vertical direction, and further, as shown in FIG. 20 (E), the middle effect symbol EZ2 temporarily stops at a substantially central position in the vertical direction.

Finally, as shown in FIG. 20 (F), the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 temporarily stopped in a state of being lined up in the horizontal direction at a substantially central position in the vertical direction are completely stopped all at once, and the stop is stopped. Confirm (stop display of effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 is performed). When the temporarily stopped effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are completely stopped at different points, that is, when the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are stopped and displayed, the three small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 become the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3. The small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are also stopped and displayed at the same time.

In the example of FIG. 20, when the stop display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 is performed, the effect symbols are temporarily stopped in the order of left effect symbol EZ1 → right effect symbol EZ3 → middle effect symbol EZ2, but temporarily stop. The aspect is not limited to this, and can be set as appropriate.

4-2-2. Reach Next, the establishment of reach will be explained. Even when the special figure fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is the special figure fluctuation pattern of loss with reach (for example, N loss fluctuation), basically, as in the case without reach described above, the display unit 50a As shown in FIG. 21 (A), the variable display of the special figure is started from the state where the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are stopped and displayed and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are stopped and displayed. As shown in B), the variable display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 starts, and the variable display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 starts.

Then, after a lapse of a predetermined time, as shown in FIG. 21 (C), the left effect symbol EZ1 according to the number "5" temporarily stops at a substantially central position in the vertical direction, and then is shown in FIG. 21 (D). As described above, the right effect symbols EZ3 related to the same number "5" are temporarily stopped side by side in the horizontal direction at substantially the center position in the vertical direction, and the reach is established. Even if the reach is established in the left effect symbol EZ1 and the right effect symbol EZ3, the variable display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 is continuously performed.

Further, in the example of FIG. 21, when the reach is established, the effect symbols are temporarily stopped in the order of the left effect symbol EZ1 → the right effect symbol EZ3, but the mode of the temporary stop is not limited to this, and it is appropriately set. Can be done. In addition, the number of the effect symbols constituting the reach is not limited to "5". Further, the position of temporary stop is not limited to the substantially central position in the vertical direction. Further, the direction in which the effect symbols constituting the reach are arranged is not limited to the horizontal direction, and may be another direction such as an oblique direction.

In this way, the entire period of the special figure variation effect when there is no reach loss and the section from the start of the special figure variation effect when reach occurs to the time when the reach is established can be set as normal variation. However, the time until the reach is established can be appropriately set based on the special figure fluctuation pattern and the like. Furthermore, it is also possible to execute various notice effects such as so-called "pseudo-ren", cut-in notice, and dialogue notice until the reach is established. Alternatively, it is possible to enter the so-called "zone" before the reach is established.

4-2-3. The N-reach pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform N-reach when the reach is established after the normal fluctuation. The N reach is a production that suggests that the lottery result of the special drawing lottery may have been a "big hit", and functions as a production for making the player expect a big hit. Next, N reach will be specifically described.

When the reach is established, for example, as shown in FIG. 21 (D), N reach is performed from that point. In N reach, as shown in FIG. 22 (A), the state when the reach is established is maintained for a predetermined time (for example, 10 seconds). When the N reach is started, as shown in FIG. 22 (B), the medium effect symbol EZ2, which is displaying (scrolling) at high speed in the normal mode, gradually decelerates.

If the special figure fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is the special figure fluctuation pattern of the loss with reach (for example, N loss fluctuation), the middle effect symbol EZ2 temporarily stops at the substantially center position in the vertical direction from the state where the reach is established. Then, the stop display of the effect symbol indicating the loss is performed. At this time, since the reach is established, as shown in FIG. 22 (C-1), a medium effect symbol composed of a number different from the numbers constituting the reach (“4” in FIG. 22 (C-1)). EZ2 temporarily stops. Then, with the end of the variable display of the special figure (stop display of the special figure), as shown in FIG. 22 (D), the temporary stop state becomes a complete stop state, and the loss is peculiar to the loss with reach. The left effect symbol EZ1, the middle effect symbol EZ2, and the right effect symbol EZ3 are stopped and displayed.

Further, when the temporarily stopped effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are completely stopped at a loss peculiar to the loss with reach, that is, when the stop display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 is performed, the three small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 However, they are stopped all at once with the same loss eyes peculiar to the loss with reach as the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3, and the stop display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 is also performed. The contents of N reach can be changed or added as appropriate.

When the special figure variation effect does not end at N reach, as shown in FIG. 22 (C-2), the remaining one medium effect symbol EZ2 that has not stopped fluctuates again at high speed, and N while the reach is maintained. It may develop (switch) from reach to L reach or SP reach.

4-2-4. SP reach The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform SP reach after N reach. The SP reach is a production that suggests that the possibility that the result of the special drawing lottery is a "big hit" is higher than that of the N reach, and functions as a production for making the player expect a big hit. Although the established reach is maintained even in the SP reach, for example, as shown in FIG. 23 (A), at the start of the SP reach, the effect symbols EZ1 and EZ3 constituting the reach are reduced and displayed. It moves to a predetermined position (for example, the left effect symbol EZ1 is on the upper left of the display unit 50a and the right effect symbol EZ3 is on the upper right of the display unit 50a) that does not overlap the small symbol area 50c in the unit 50a.

Further, at the start of SP reach, for example, as shown in FIG. 23A, a background image dedicated to SP reach (background image G114 for SP reach) is displayed on the display unit 50a, an enemy character appears, and then, As shown in FIG. 23 (B), an image (SP reach start title image) G11 indicating that the L reach has been started is displayed in the center of the display unit 50a. The SP reach start title image G11 is composed of a title image G11a representing the title of the SP reach "" Hit the enemy batter XX !! "in FIG. 23 (B)" and an effect image G11b that enhances the title image G11a. To.

Next, as shown in FIG. 23C, a scene in which the main character and the enemy character, which is a rival of the main character, are confronting each other is displayed. The content of SP reach consists of a confrontation scene between a baseball pitcher and a batter. Here, the main character is a pitcher and the enemy character is a batter.

After that, in the background image G114 for SP reach, the main character throws the ball as shown in FIG. 24 (A), and the ball advances toward the enemy character as shown in FIG. 24 (B). As shown in C), the enemy character begins to swing the bat. Then, as shown in FIG. 24 (D), the ball and the bat approach each other, and the confrontation between the main character and the enemy character is about to be settled. This scene constitutes a turning point (winning or losing turning point) in which the main character wins or loses in the confrontation between the pitcher and the batter.

After this victory / defeat branch point, when the special figure fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is the special figure fluctuation pattern of the jackpot (for example, SP jackpot fluctuation), as shown in FIG. 25 (A-1), the display unit 50a is displayed. , After the enemy character strikes out and wins the confrontation, as shown in Fig. 25 (B-1), the main character who strikes out the enemy character and screams on the mound is displayed, and from the speaker 52. A predetermined sound effect is output. At this time, the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 are temporarily stopped and displayed in a manner indicating a big hit.

In this way, the display of the main character who wins the confrontation and screams and the output of a predetermined sound effect constitute a production suggesting a big hit (big hit suggestion production). After that, as shown in FIG. 25 (C-1), the stop display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 is performed in a mode showing a big hit.

On the other hand, after the winning / losing turning point, if the special figure fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is the special figure fluctuation pattern of the loss with reach (for example, the SP loss fluctuation), the background for SP reach is not performed without the jackpot suggestion effect. In image G114, as shown in FIG. 25 (A-2), an enemy character hits a home run and loses the confrontation, and as shown in FIG. 25 (B-2), the main character is disappointed on the mound. Flows. In this way, the display of the hero character who is defeated in the confrontation and is disappointed constitutes a production that suggests a loss (a loss suggestion production).

After that, as shown in FIG. 25 (C-2), the stop display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 is performed with the missing stitches for reach. The content of SP reach is not limited to the content in which characters confront each other in baseball, and can be changed or added as appropriate.

Next, the movable body effect and the operation effect performed in the special figure variation effect will be described. The movable body effect and the operation effect are performed as a part of these effects in the form of being incorporated into the above-mentioned SP reach, N reach, and the jackpot game effect, and when they are performed independently of these effects. There is. First, the movable body production will be described.

4-3. Movable body effect The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform a movable body effect that involves the movement of the movable body at a predetermined timing in a predetermined effect such as a special figure variation effect or a jackpot game effect. The movable body effect is an effect using a movable device such as a board movable device 55, and functions as an effect suggesting a jackpot expectation and development to SP reach.

For example, when the movable body effect functions as an effect suggesting the development to SP reach, as shown in FIG. 26 (A), when developing from N reach to SP reach in the special figure variation effect, first, FIG. 26 As shown in (B), the board movable device 55 operates, the board movable body 55k descends to the operating position in front view, and is held at that position for a predetermined time. Further, at this time, the effect image G13 accompanying the operation of the board movable body 55k is also displayed on the entire display unit 50a. Then, as shown in FIG. 26C, the effect image G13 is erased, the board movable body 55k rises to the standby position, and the board movable device 55 returns to the normal standby state. When the board movable device 55 returns to the normal standby state, it develops into SP reach. It should be noted that the operation content of the movable device in the movable body effect can be changed or added as appropriate.

4-4. Operation effect Next, the operation effect will be described. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 has an operation promotion effect and an operation result effect according to an operation of the first effect button 40k, the second effect button 41k, etc. at a predetermined timing in a predetermined effect such as a special figure variation effect or a jackpot game effect. It is possible to perform operation effects including. The operation promotion effect is an effect that encourages the player to operate the operation means, and the operation result effect is an effect that is performed according to the operation of the operation means in the operation promotion effect, in order to make the player expect a big hit. Functions as a production.

For example, as described above, when the winning / losing branch point is reached in the L reach, a period during which the pressing operation of the first effect button 40k is valid (the first effect button operation valid period) occurs, and this first effect button operation valid period As shown in FIG. 27 (A), an effect that encourages the operation of the first effect button 40k (first effect button operation promotion effect) is performed.

In the first effect button operation promotion effect, the first effect button operation promotion image G12 is displayed on the display unit 50a. The first effect button operation promotion image G12 is an image (first effect button image) G12a representing the first effect button 40k and an image (pressing operation image) representing an operation mode (that is, pressing operation) of the first effect button 40k. Includes G12b and an image (image of the remaining time of the first effect button operation period) G12c showing the remaining time of the operation valid period (first effect button operation valid period) related to the operation of the first effect button 40k.

The first effect button operation valid period remaining time image G12c is composed of a generally curved progress bar so that the player can easily understand the remaining time of the first effect button operation valid period with the passage of time. Changes to. Note that FIG. 27B shows a state in which the first effect button operation valid period has occurred and one-third of the first effect button operation valid time has elapsed.

Then, if the special figure fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is a special figure fluctuation pattern of a jackpot (for example, SP jackpot fluctuation), after the first effect button 40k is pressed during the first effect button operation valid period, Alternatively, the operation result effect is performed after the remaining time of the first effect button operation valid period is exhausted without the first effect button 40k being operated during the first effect button operation valid period.

As an operation result effect, for example, as shown in FIG. 27 (C), the board movable device 55 operates, the board movable body 55k is lowered to the operating position, held at that position for a predetermined time, and the rotating member 55k1 Rotates for a predetermined time. In this way, the operation result effect also includes the movable body effect. Further, at this time, as an operation result effect, the effect image G13 accompanying the operation of the board movable body 55k is displayed on the entire display unit 50a. Then, as shown in FIG. 27 (D), the effect image G13 is erased, the rotation of the rotating member 55k1 is stopped, and the board movable body 55k is raised, so that the operation result production is completed. When the operation result production is completed, a jackpot suggestion production is performed.

On the other hand, if the special figure fluctuation pattern of the variable display of the special figure is the special figure fluctuation pattern of reach loss (for example, SP loss fluctuation), the first effect button 40k is pressed during the first effect button operation valid period. Alternatively, even if the remaining time of the effect button operation valid period is exhausted without pressing the first effect button 40k, the operation result effect is not performed and the loss suggestion effect is performed.

The operation result effect is not limited to the operation of the panel movable device 55 and the display of the effect image G13, and can be changed or added as appropriate. In addition, the operation effect is not limited to the special figure variation effect, but can be executed in the jackpot effect.

4-5. Look-ahead effect Next, a look-ahead effect that can be executed before the special figure variable display that is the target of the special figure hold is executed will be described. The pachinko gaming machine PY1 can perform a look-ahead effect on the special figure 1 hold or the special figure 2 hold on which the jackpot determination has not been performed, based on the result of the look-ahead determination at an arbitrary timing of the special figure variation effect. .. The look-ahead effect is an effect that suggests the degree of expectation of a big hit for the special figure 1 hold or the special figure 2 hold, and functions as an effect that makes the big hit expected even before the variable display of the special figure corresponding to the hold. As an example of the look-ahead effect, there is a hold change notice using a hold effect indicating a special figure hold. Here, the hold effect performed in the normal effect mode and the hold change notice will be described.

As shown in FIG. 28A, the hold effect is performed in the hold display area 50d formed in a horizontally long rectangular shape in a substantially central section at the lower end of the display unit 50a. The hold display area 50d is composed of a first area 50d1, a second area 50d2, a third area 50d3, and a fourth area 50d4, which are obtained by dividing the hold display area 50d into four substantially evenly in the left-right direction. That is, in the hold display area 50d, the first area 50d1 to the fourth area 50d4 are provided side by side in order from the left end to the right end.

In the first region 50d1, the special figure 1 variable display occurs first among the reserved special figure 1 holds, and the special figure 1 variable display is the first line based on the special figure 1 related random number corresponding to the special figure 1 hold. The hold icon indicating the special figure 1 hold is displayed. Similarly, in the second region 50d2 to the fourth region 50d4, it occurs second to fourth in the reserved special figure 1 hold, and is based on the special figure 1 related random number corresponding to the special figure 1 hold. The hold icon representing the special figure 1 hold on which the special figure 1 variable display is performed is displayed in the 2nd to 4th positions.

In the following, the special figure 1 hold corresponding to the hold icon displayed in the first area 50d1 is referred to as "special figure 1 hold in the hold order 1". Similarly, the special figure 1 hold corresponding to the hold icons displayed in the second area 50d2, the third area 50d3, and the fourth area 50d4 is referred to as "special figure 1 hold in hold order 2" and "hold order 3". It is referred to as "Special Figure 1 Hold" and "Special Figure 1 Hold in Hold Order 4". That is, the existing special figure 1 hold is referred to as "hold order 1" to "hold order 4" in the order of occurrence.

Further, the variable display area 50e is formed on the left side of the hold display area 50d. In the variation display area 50e, the icon representing the currently executing special figure 1 variation display is displayed. Therefore, the object indicated by the icon displayed in the variable display area 50e is different from the object indicated by the hold icon displayed in the hold display area 50d, and strictly speaking, it is a "hold effect" corresponding to the special figure 1 hold. Is not included, but since the display of the hold icon and the display of the icon are related, in the following, the display of the hold icon and the display of the icon are collectively referred to as "hold effect". .. In addition, the hold icon and the icon are collectively referred to as an "icon". Further, the running special figure 1 variation display indicated by the icon is also referred to as “the variation”.

In FIG. 28A, the reserved display area 50d and the variable display area 50e are indicated by a single-dot chain line, and the first area 50d1 to the fourth area 50d4 are indicated by a broken line. It is described to represent the range of the first region 50d1 to the fourth region 50d4 and the variable display region 50e, and is not actually displayed.

Next, a specific example of the hold effect will be described. In the following description, the variable display of the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 will be omitted. As a premise, it is assumed that the special figure 1 variation is being displayed (the special figure variation is being produced), and the special figure 1 hold number (U1) is "2". Under this circumstance, as shown in FIG. 28 (B), in the above-mentioned first area 50d1 (not shown), the special figure 1 hold (holding order) that occurred first among the special figure 1 hold currently held. The hold icon HA2 representing the special figure 1 hold of 1 is displayed, and in the above-mentioned second area 50d2 (not shown), the special figure 1 hold (hold order 2) that occurs after the special figure 1 hold represented by the hold icon HA2 is displayed. The hold icon HA3 indicating the special figure 1 hold) is displayed. Further, in the above-mentioned variation display area 50e (not shown), the icon HA1 representing the currently executing special figure 1 variation display is displayed. The display mode of the icons HA1 to HA3 displayed in FIG. 28B is a normal mode.

As described above, in the hold effect, the hold display area 50d is displayed side by side from the left end to the right in the order in which the special figure 1 hold occurs. That is, the variable display of the reserved special symbol, in other words, the variable display of the unexecuted special symbol based on the special symbol-related determination information stored in the special symbol reservation storage unit 105, is individually displayed by the hold icon. To.

Then, as shown in FIG. 28 (C), when the stop display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 is performed, the icon HA1 representing the special figure variation display being executed until immediately before that is deleted. Subsequently, when the variable display of the special symbol (special figure variation effect) is started based on the special figure 1 hold representing the hold icon HA2, the hold icon HA2 and the hold icon HA3 shift. Specifically, the hold icon HA2 displayed in the first area 50d1 (not shown) moves to the variable display area 50e (not shown), and the hold icon HA3 displayed in the second area 50d2 (not shown) is not shown. Move to the first region 50d1 shown. That is, the displayed hold icon HA2 and hold icon HA3 are shifted to the left by one each. This is because the variable display of the special symbol corresponding to the hold icon HA2 is started, and the special figure 1 hold represented by the hold icon HA3 is the earliest special figure 1 hold among the currently held special figure 1 hold. This is to adapt the hold icon HA2 and the hold icon HA3 to the situation according to the variable display of the special figure to be started next.

Further, since the hold icon HA2 displayed in the variation display area 50e represents the special figure 1 variation display being executed, it becomes the icon HA2 when it is displayed in the variation display area 50e. That is, as a word that precedes the "icon", the icon displayed in the hold display area 50d is referred to as "hold", and the icon displayed in the variable display area 50e is referred to as "corresponding". In other words, when the hold icon is displayed and the start condition for the variable display of the special symbol is satisfied for the special symbol hold indicated by the hold icon, the variable display of the special symbol related to the establishment of the start condition is displayed. The corresponding hold icon is displayed as the icon.

When the icon is changed from the hold icon to the icon, in other words, when the icon moves from the hold display area 50d to the variable display area 50e, the size of the icon may remain the same or may be enlarged. In FIG. 28C, the icon is magnified about twice when moving from the hold display area 50d to the variable display area 50e.

Then, from this situation, when the game ball wins a prize in the first starting port 11 and the special figure 1 hold occurs, as shown in FIG. 28 (E), a new hold is made according to the occurrence of the special figure 1 hold. The icon HA4 is displayed in the second region 50d2 (not shown) described above.

In this way, when the first starting port 11 is won and the special figure 1 related random number is acquired, one common icon is displayed. This icon is erased when the special figure 1 variable display based on the prize is completed, but while it is displayed, the state in which the special figure 1 variable display is placed (pending state and running state). It will exist under different names (hold icon and the icon) depending on the situation.

By the way, as described above, the start winning command includes the winning / failing information and the special figure fluctuation pattern information. Then, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 can display the hold icon in a normal mode or a special mode based on the pass / fail information and the special figure fluctuation pattern information. Displaying this hold icon in a special manner is called "hold notice".

When the display mode of the hold icon is a special mode, that is, when the hold notice is given, the player can expect that the jackpot may be won by the variable display of the special symbol corresponding to the hold icon. Next, a specific example of the hold notice will be described. As a specific example of the hold notice, it is assumed that the display mode of the hold icon HA4 shown in FIG. 28 (E) is a special mode.

As one type of hold notice, a special mode is set immediately after the hold icon is displayed. In other words, the hold notice is given when the special figure 1 hold occurs (when the first starting port 11 is won). There is a type. For example, as shown in FIG. 29 (A), from the situation before the hold icon HA4 is displayed (the situation in FIG. 28 (D)), the game ball wins the first starting port 11 and the special figure 1 is held. When is generated, the hold icon HA4 in the normal mode is displayed in the second region 50d2 (not shown) described above in response to the occurrence of the special figure 1 hold, as in the case of FIG. 28 (E).

Immediately after that, as shown in FIG. 29 (B), the display mode of the hold icon HA4 changes from the normal mode to the special mode (gray in FIG. 29 (B)) (hold notice is given). In the example of FIG. 29, the hold icon HA4 is displayed in the normal mode for a moment immediately after the display, but it may be displayed in the special mode and the period displayed in the normal mode may be eliminated.

As another type of hold notice, there is a hold notice type in which the hold icon changes when the hold icon moves, in other words, the hold icon change notice is given when the hold icon is shifted. For example, as shown in FIG. 30 (A), from the situation before the hold icon HA4 is displayed (the situation in FIG. 28 (D)), the game ball wins the first starting port 11 and the special figure 1 is held. When the above-mentioned second region 50d2 (not shown) is generated, as shown in FIG. 30 (B), the hold icon HA4 in the normal mode (white in FIG. 30 (B)) corresponds to the occurrence of the special figure 1 hold. Is displayed in.

Then, as shown in FIG. 30C, when the stop display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 is performed, the icon HA2 representing the special figure variation display that is being executed until immediately before that is deleted. Subsequently, when the variable display of the special symbol (special figure variation effect) is started based on the special figure 1 hold represented by the hold icon HA3, it is displayed in the first area 50d1 as shown in FIG. 30 (D). The hold icon HA3 moves to the variable display area 50e (not shown), and the hold icon HA4 displayed in the second area 50d2 moves to the first area 50d1 (not shown). Here, when the hold icon HA4 moves from the second area 50d2 to the first area 50d1, the display mode changes from the normal mode to the special mode (gray in FIG. 30 (D)) (hold notice is given). ..

In addition, it is possible to provide a plurality of types of special modes related to the hold notice so that the jackpot expectation degree differs depending on the type of special mode. For example, it is assumed that the display mode of the hold icon is associated with the color of the hold icon, and white, green, red, and gold are set as the display mode of the hold icon. Here, white is the normal mode, and green, red, and gold are the special modes. Then, the jackpot expectation degree indicated by the display mode of the hold icon can be set to increase in the order of white <green <red <gold.

The look-ahead effect can be performed on both or one of the special figure 1 hold and the special figure 2 hold. Further, the look-ahead effect is not limited to the display mode of the hold icon HA, for example, an image other than the hold icon HA on the display unit 50a such as a background image, a sound output from the speaker 52, light emission by the frame lamp 53, and a movable board. It is possible to execute the operation by the device 55 by using an effect device other than the image display device 50. Furthermore, as the effect mode of the look-ahead effect, in addition to the effect mode that continues uninterrupted from the execution such as the hold icon change notice by the hold icon HA until the special figure change display is started, the effect symbol is stopped. The effect mode may be such that the display is performed intermittently and continuously, such as each time the display is started or the variable display of the effect symbol is started.

5. Game control by the game control microcomputer 101 [Game control main processing]
Next, the game control by the game control microcomputer 101 will be described with reference to FIGS. 31 to 40. The flowchart for controlling the game described below is an example. Then, the plurality of processes in the flowchart can be appropriately changed in the execution order or executed in parallel as long as the processing contents do not conflict with each other.

Further, counters, timers, flags, statuses, buffers, etc. that appear in the control of the game by the game control microcomputer 101 described below are provided in the game RAM 104. Further, the initial value of the counter is "0", the initial value of the flag is "0", that is, "OFF", and the initial value of the status is "1".

When the pachinko game machine PY1 is turned on, the game control microcomputer 101 provided on the game control board 100 reads out and executes the game control main processing program shown in FIG. 29 from the game ROM 103. As shown in the figure, in the game control main process, first, the power-on process (S001) is performed. In the power-on processing, access permission setting to the game RAM 104, setting of the game CPU 102, SIO (System Input / Output), PIO (Parallel Input / Output), CTC (Counter / Timer Circuit: interrupt time management) Circuit) is set.

Following the power-on processing, interrupts are disabled (S002), and normal symbol / special symbol main random number update processing (S003) is executed. In this normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S003), counter values of various random numbers related to the normal symbol-related determination information and the special symbol-related determination information are added by 1 and updated. When the counter value of each random number reaches the upper limit value, it returns to "0" and is added again. The initial value of the counter of each random number may be a value other than "0" or may be changed at random. Further, at least a part of each random number may be a so-called hardware random number generated by using a known random number generation circuit including a counter IC or the like.

When the normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S003) is completed, an interrupt is enabled (S004). While the interrupt is enabled, the game control side timer interrupt process (S005) can be executed. The game control side timer interrupt process (S005) is executed based on, for example, an interrupt pulse repeatedly input to the game CPU 102 at a cycle of 4 msec. That is, the game control side timer interrupt process (S005) is executed in a cycle of 4 msec. Then, between the end of the game control side timer interrupt process (S005) and the start of the next game control side timer interrupt process (S005), the normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S003) is performed. The process of updating the counter values of various random numbers is repeatedly executed. If an interrupt pulse is input to the game CPU 102 in the interrupt disabled state, the game control side timer interrupt process (S005) is not started immediately, but is started after the interrupt is enabled (S004). ..

[Game control side timer interrupt processing]
Next, the game control side timer interrupt processing (S005) will be described. As shown in FIG. 32, in the game control side timer interrupt process (S005), the output process (S101) is first executed. In the output process (S101), commands and the like set in the output buffer provided in the game RAM 104 of the game control board 100 are output to the effect control board 120, the payout control board 170, and the like in each process described below.

In the input process (S102) performed after the output process (S101), the game control microcomputer 101 takes in the detection signal from the lower plate full switch that detects the fullness of the surplus ball storage hole 35A, and plays the game as the lower plate full data. Stored in the output buffer of the RAM 104.

The normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S103) performed next is the same as the normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S003) performed in the game control main process of FIG. 31. That is, the update processing of the counter values of various random numbers related to the normal figure-related judgment information and the special figure-related judgment information includes the execution period of the game control side timer interrupt processing (S005) and the other period (main side timer interrupt processing (main side timer interrupt processing). After the end of S005), it is performed both as a period until the next game control side timer interrupt process (S005) is started).

Following the normal symbol / special symbol main random number update process (S103), the game control microcomputer 101 performs the sensor detection process (S104), then the normal operation process (S105), and further performs the special operation process (S106). Do. The sensor detection process, normal operation process, and special operation process will be described later.

Next, the game control microcomputer 101 executes other processing (S107) to end the game control side timer interrupt processing (S005). Other processes (S107) include power failure monitoring processing when the power is turned off, updating the timer provided in the gaming RAM 104, and the like. In addition, as another process (S107), a payout control process for paying out prize balls to the player is performed. In the payout control process, the prize ball counter for the first starting port 11, the prize ball counter for the second starting port 12, the prize ball counter for the large winning opening 14, and the prize ball counter for the general winning opening 10 are " It is checked whether or not it exceeds "0", and if it exceeds "0", a prize ball request signal is transmitted to the payout control board 170. Then, when the prize ball signal is transmitted, the update process of subtracting "1" from the prize ball counter related to the signal is performed.

Then, the game control microcomputer 101 repeatedly executes the processes of steps S002 to S004 of the game control main process until the interrupt pulse is input to the game CPU 102 next time, and when the interrupt pulse is input (after about 4 msec). ), The game control side timer interrupt process (S005) is executed again. The game control microcomputer 101 is set in the output buffer of the game RAM 104 in the previous game control side timer interrupt process (S005) in the output process (S101) of the game control side timer interrupt process (S005) executed again. Outputs commands etc.

[Sensor detection processing]
Next, the sensor detection process will be described with reference to FIGS. 33 to 34. In the sensor detection process (S104), first, it is determined whether or not the game ball has won the general winning opening 10, that is, whether or not the game ball has been detected by the general winning opening sensor 10a (S201). If no game ball has won in the general winning opening 10 (NO in S201), the process proceeds to step S203, and if a game ball has won in the general winning opening 10 (YES in S201), a predetermined number of game balls have been entered. Performs general prize opening prize ball processing for paying out prize balls (S202). In the general winning opening prize ball processing, the number of prize balls (“3” in the first embodiment) corresponding to the winning of the general winning opening 10 is added to the winning ball counter for the general winning opening 10.

In step S203, it is determined whether or not the game ball has passed through the gate 13, that is, whether or not the game ball is detected by the gate sensor 13a. If the game ball has not passed through the gate 13 (NO in S203), the process proceeds to step S207. On the other hand, if the game ball has passed through the gate 13 (YES in S203), whether or not the normal operation status described later = 1, in other words, whether or not the normal drawing variable display or the auxiliary game is performed. Whether or not it is determined (S204). If the normal operation status is not 1 (NO in S204), the process proceeds to step S207, and if the normal operation status = 1 (YES in S204), the counter value of the normal symbol random number counter (label-TRND-F). Acquires the normal symbol random number indicated by (S205) as the normal symbol-related determination information, stores the acquired normal symbol-related determination information in the general-purpose map reservation storage unit 86 provided in the game RAM 104 (S206), and steps S207. Proceed to.

In step S207, it is determined whether or not the game ball has won a prize in the second start port 12, that is, whether or not the game ball has been detected by the second start port sensor 12a. If the game ball has not won a prize in the second starting port 12 (NO in S207), the process proceeds to step S214, and if the game ball has won a prize in the second starting port 12 (YES in S207), the game ball is designated. The second starting opening prize ball processing for paying out the number of prize balls is performed (S208). In the second starting port prize ball processing, the number of prize balls (“2” in the first embodiment) corresponding to the winning of the second starting port 12 is added to the prize ball counter for the second starting port 12.

Next, when the special figure 2 hold number (specifically, the numerical value of the special figure 2 hold number counter (special figure 2 hold number counter) provided in the gaming RAM 104) is "4" (upper limit storage number) or more. It is determined whether or not there is (S209). If the number of special figure 2 hold is "4" or more (YES in S209), the process proceeds to step S214, but if the number of special figure 2 hold is not "4" or more (less than "4"), ( NO in S209), special figure 2 hold number addition processing is performed (S210). In the special figure 2 hold number addition process, the special figure 2 hold number counter is added by "1", and the special figure 2 hold number indicated by the special figure 2 hold indicator 83b is increased by "1".

Next, a special symbol random number counter (label-TRND-T), a jackpot symbol type random number counter (label-TRND-OS), a reach random number counter (label-TRND-RC), and a special symbol variation pattern random number counter (label-TRND-). The special figure 2 related determination information composed of HP) is acquired and stored in the special figure related determination information buffer provided in the gaming RAM 104 (S211).

Next, the second look-ahead determination process is performed (S212). In the second look-ahead determination process, the second start-up winning command is specified and specified by collating the current gaming state with the special figure 2 related determination information acquired in step S211 in the second look-ahead determination table shown in FIG. The second start winning command is set in the output buffer of the gaming RAM 104.

Subsequently, the game control microcomputer 101 stores the special figure 2 related determination information acquired in step S211 in the special figure 2 hold storage unit 105b (S213).

Subsequently, in step S214, it is determined whether or not the game ball has won a prize in the first start port 11, that is, whether or not the game ball has been detected by the first start port sensor 11a. If the game ball has not won a prize in the first starting port 11 (NO in S214), the process proceeds to step S221, and if the game ball has won a prize in the first starting port 11 (YES in S214), the game ball is designated. The first starting opening prize ball processing for paying out the number of prize balls is performed (S215). In the first starting port prize ball processing, the number of prize balls (“4” in the first embodiment) corresponding to the winning of the first starting port 11 is added to the prize ball counter for the first starting port 11.

Next, the special figure 1 hold number (specifically, the numerical value of the counter (special figure 1 hold number counter) for counting the number of special figure 1 hold provided in the gaming RAM 104) is "4" (upper limit storage number) or more. It is determined whether or not it is (S216). If the number of special figure 1 hold is "4" or more (YES in S216), the process proceeds to step S221, but if the number of special figure 1 hold is not (less than) "4" or more (NO in S216). ), The special figure 1 hold number addition process is performed (S217). In the special figure 1 hold number addition process, the special figure 1 hold number counter is added by "1", and the special figure 1 hold number indicated by the special figure 1 hold indicator 83a is increased by "1".

Next, a special symbol random number counter (label-TRND-T), a jackpot symbol type random number counter (label-TRND-OS), a reach random number counter (label-TRND-RC), and a special symbol variation pattern random number counter (label-TRND-). The special figure 1 related determination information composed of HP) is acquired and stored in the special figure related determination information buffer provided in the gaming RAM 104 (S218).

Next, the first look-ahead determination process is performed (S219). In the first look-ahead determination process, the first start winning command is specified and specified by collating the current gaming state with the special figure 1 related determination information acquired in step S218 in the first look-ahead determination table shown in FIG. The first start winning command is set in the output buffer of the gaming RAM 104.

Subsequently, the game control microcomputer 101 stores the special figure 1 related determination information acquired in step S218 in the storage area of the special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a according to the current number of special figure 1 hold (S220).

In step S221, it is determined whether or not the game ball has won a prize in the large winning opening 14, that is, whether or not the game ball has been detected by the large winning opening sensor 14a. If the game ball has not won in the large winning opening 14 (NO in S221), the sensor detection process is terminated, and if the game ball has won in the large winning opening 14 (YES in S221), the game RAM 104 has been reached. It is determined whether or not the counter value of the provided large winning opening winning counter is "9" or more (S222). The big winning opening winning counter is a counter for counting the number of winnings in the big winning opening 14 in one round game of the big hit game. In addition, the big winning opening winning counter is cleared every time each round game is completed. In the first embodiment, the number of winning prizes is set to "10". Therefore, the process of step S222 is performed.

When the counter value of the large prize opening winning counter is "11" or more (YES in S222), the sensor detection process is terminated and the counter value of the large winning opening winning counter is not "11" or more, that is, less than "11". If (NO in S222), the counter value of the large prize opening prize counter is added by "1" (S223), and the large winning opening prize ball processing for paying out a predetermined number of prize balls to the player is performed (S224). ), End the sensor detection process. In the large prize opening prize ball processing, the number of prize balls (“9” in the first embodiment) corresponding to the winning of the large winning opening 14 is added to the prize ball counter for the large winning opening 14.

As a sensor capable of detecting the game ball, a sensor other than the sensors 10a to 14a is provided, and based on the sensor detecting the game ball, processing other than the processing shown in FIGS. 33 to 34 is performed. Is also good.

[Normal operation processing]
Next, the normal operation processing related to the control of the normal figure display 82 and the electric chew 12D will be described. As shown in FIG. 35, the processing related to the normal figure display 82 and the electric chew 12D is divided into four statuses (stages). Then, "normal operation status = 1, 2, 3, 4" is assigned to each of these statuses. The game control microcomputer 101 first confirms the "normal operation status" in the normal operation process (S105) (S1101). When the "normal operation status" is "1", the normal symbol standby process (S1102) is performed, and when the "normal operation status" is "2", the normal symbol variation process (S1103) is performed. When the "normal operation status" is "3", the normal symbol determination process (S1104) is performed, and when the "normal operation status" is "4", the auxiliary game control process (S1105) is performed. The "normal operation status" is set to "1" by default.

The normal symbol standby process (S1102) is a process performed during standby when the variable display of the normal diagram and the auxiliary game are not performed. In the normal symbol standby process (S1102), the hit determination is performed based on the normal symbol random numbers stored in the normal symbol hold storage unit 86. Further, the normal map fluctuation pattern is determined based on the current gaming state to determine the normal map fluctuation pattern, and the normal map fluctuation display of the normal map fluctuation time according to the determined normal map fluctuation pattern is displayed on the normal map display 82. To change the normal operation status to "2". Further, the game control microcomputer 101 sets the normal map fluctuation start command according to the normal map fluctuation pattern determination result in the output buffer of the game RAM 104 at the start of the normal map variation display.

The normal symbol variation processing (S1103) is a process performed when the normal symbol is variablely displayed. In the normal symbol variation processing (S1103), it is determined whether or not the normal map fluctuation time has elapsed since the execution of the normal map variation display started (whether or not the normal map variation display is terminated), and the normal symbol is determined. If it is determined that the figure fluctuation time has elapsed, the stop display of the normal figure is performed based on the hit determination result, and the normal operation status is changed to "3". Further, the game control microcomputer 101 sets the normal map fluctuation stop command in the output buffer of the game RAM 104 at the start of the normal map fluctuation display.

The normal symbol determination process (S1104) is a process performed when the normal symbol is stopped and displayed. In the normal symbol confirmation process (S1104), whether or not a predetermined stop time (for example, 0.8 seconds) has elapsed since the stop display of the running normal figure started (whether to end the stop display of the normal figure). Whether or not) is determined, and if it is determined that the predetermined stop time has elapsed, it is determined whether or not the normal figure displayed as stopped is a winning symbol. If it is not a hit symbol (if the normal symbol that is stopped and displayed is a lost symbol), the normal operation status is changed to "1". On the other hand, if the winning symbol is stopped and displayed, the normal operation status is changed to "4", and the auxiliary game is started based on the current game state and the auxiliary game control table. Further, the game control microcomputer 101 sets the auxiliary game start command in the output buffer of the game RAM 104 at the start of the auxiliary game.

The auxiliary game control process (S1105) is a process performed when the auxiliary game is being performed. In the auxiliary game control process (S1105), the auxiliary game is controlled based on the current game state and the auxiliary game control table. Then, when the auxiliary game is completed, the normal operation status is changed to "1".

[Special operation processing]
Next, the special operation processing related to the control of the special figure display 81, the special figure hold display 83, and the grand prize device 14D will be described. As shown in FIG. 36, the processing related to the special figure display 81, the special figure hold display 83, and the grand prize device 14D is divided into six statuses (stages). Then, "special operation status = 1, 2, 3, 4, 5" is assigned to each of these statuses. The game control microcomputer 101 first confirms the "special operation status" (S1501).

The game control microcomputer 101 performs special symbol standby processing (S1502) when the "special operation status" is "1", and changes the special symbol when the "special operation status" is "2". The process (S1503) is performed, and when the "special operation status" is "3", the special symbol determination process (S1504) is performed, and when the "special operation status" is "4", the jackpot game control The process (S1505) is performed, and when the "special operation status" is "5", the game state setting process (S1506) is performed. The "special operation status" is set to "1" by default.

The special symbol standby process (S1502) is a process performed during standby in which the variable display of the special symbol and the jackpot game are not performed. The special symbol standby process will be described in detail later.

The special symbol variation process (S1503) is a process performed when the special symbol is variablely displayed. The special symbol variation processing will be described in detail later.

The special symbol determination process (S1504) is a process performed when the special symbol is stopped and displayed. The special symbol determination process will be described in detail later.

The jackpot game control process (S1505) is a process performed in the jackpot game. The game control microcomputer 101 performs the jackpot game control process to perform the jackpot game according to the jackpot game control table. When the jackpot game ends, the special action status is changed to "5". When each round game is started, a round number designation command indicating the number of rounds is set in the output buffer of the game RAM 104. Further, when all the round games are completed and the ending is started, an ending command indicating the ending corresponding to the jackpot symbol related to the jackpot game is set in the output buffer of the game RAM 104. It should be noted that the state in which the game control microcomputer 101 sets the special operation status "4" and controls the big hit game is the "big hit game state", and the special operation status "4" is set as the "big hit". It is called "gaming state".

The game state setting process (S1506) is a process of setting a game state to be controlled after the big hit game when the big hit game ends. For example, when controlling in a high probability state after a big hit game, the high probability flag is turned ON in the high probability flag area of the game RAM 104 to set the high probability state. Further, at this time, when limiting the duration of the high probability state, the duration is also set. For example, when the end condition of the high probability state is the number of executions of the special figure variable display, the number of times (hereinafter referred to as "high probability specified number of times") is set in the high probability remaining number counter provided in the gaming RAM 104. .. Further, when controlling in the time saving state after the big hit game, the time saving flag is turned ON in the time saving flag area of the game RAM 104 to set the time saving state. Further, at this time, when limiting the duration of the time saving state, the duration is also set. For example, when the end condition of the time saving state is the number of times the special figure variable display is executed, the number of times (hereinafter, referred to as "time saving specified number of times") is set in the time saving remaining number counter provided in the game RAM 104.

Further, in the game state setting process, the game control microcomputer 101 sets a game state command indicating the game state after the big hit game in the output buffer of the game RAM 104.

[Special symbol standby processing]
Next, the special symbol standby process will be described with reference to FIG. 37. In the special symbol standby process (S1502), first, it is determined whether or not the number of reserved special figures 2 is "0" (S1601). When the number of special figures 2 held is "0" (YES in S1601), that is, when there is no memory of the special figure 2 related determination information acquired due to the winning of the second starting port 12, the special figure 2 1 It is determined whether or not the number of reservations is "0" (S1608). Then, when the number of special figure 1 reserved is also "0" (YES in S1608), that is, when there is no memory of the special figure 1 related determination information acquired due to the winning of the first starting port 11. It is determined whether or not the customer waiting flag is ON (S1618). Here, if the customer waiting flag is ON (YES in S1618), the special symbol waiting process is completed, and if the customer waiting flag is not ON (NO in S1618), the customer waiting command is set in the output buffer (S1619). , The customer waiting flag is turned ON (S1620), and the special symbol waiting process is completed.

Further, when the special figure 2 hold number is "0" but the special figure 1 hold number is not "0" (YES in S1601 and NO in S1608), that is, there is no special figure 2 related determination information, but the first start When one or more of the special figure 1 related determination information acquired due to the winning of the mouth 11 is stored, the special figure 1 determination process (S1609) and the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination process (S1610) are performed.

In the special figure 1 determination process (S1609), among the special symbol random numbers stored in the special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a, the earliest stored one is read out and based on the jackpot determination table associated with the game state. Then, it is determined whether it is a big hit or a loss (big hit judgment).

Here, if the result of the jackpot determination is a jackpot, the jackpot symbol type random number is read out and the jackpot symbol type is determined based on the first jackpot symbol type determination table (big hit symbol type determination). Then, the jackpot symbol data representing the jackpot symbol type is set in the special symbol buffer provided in the game RAM 104, and the symbol designation command representing the jackpot symbol type is set in the output buffer provided in the game RAM 104.

If the result of the jackpot determination is "miss", the lost symbol data representing the loss is set in the special symbol buffer, and the symbol designation command representing the loss is set in the output buffer.

Next, the special figure 1 variation pattern determination process (S1610) will be described with reference to FIG. 38. In the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination process, first, it is determined whether or not the state is currently in a non-time saving state (S1651). If it is in the non-time saving state (YES in S1651), the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination table for the non-time saving state is selected (S1652), and then the process proceeds to step S1654. If it is not in the non-time saving state (NO in S1651), the time saving is performed. After selecting the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination table for the state (S1653), the process proceeds to step S1654.

In step S1654, the game control microcomputer 101 determines whether or not the jackpot determination result is a “big hit”. If it is not a big hit (NO in S1654), the process proceeds to step S1655, and if it is a big hit (YES in S1654), the special figure 1 variation pattern determination table selected in either step S1652 or step S1653 is used for the big hit symbol. After selecting the variation pattern determination table in Special Figure 1 (S1659), the process proceeds to step S1660.

In step S1655, the game control microcomputer 101 makes a reach determination. In the reach determination, the reach random number is read out, and the reach random number is collated with the reach determination table according to the current gaming state (non-time saving state / time saving state) to determine whether or not there is reach.

Next, the game control microcomputer 101 determines whether or not the result of the reach determination in step S1655 is “with reach” (S1656). If there is reach (YES in S1656), the special figure 1 variation pattern determination table for loss with reach is selected from the special figure 1 variation pattern determination table selected in either step S1652 or step S1653 (S1658). Then, the process proceeds to step S1660, and if there is no reach (NO in S1656), the current number of reserved special figure 1 is confirmed, and in the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination table selected in either step S1652 or step S1653. After selecting the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination table for the loss without reach according to the number of reserved special figures 1 (S1657), the process proceeds to step S1660.

In step S1660, the game control microcomputer 101 reads out the special figure fluctuation pattern random number, collates the special figure fluctuation pattern random number with the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination table selected in any of steps S1657 to S1659, and collates the special figure fluctuation pattern random number with the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination table. Special Figure 1 Judging the fluctuation pattern Special Figure 1 Judging the fluctuation pattern. Subsequently, the game control microcomputer 101 sets the special figure 1 fluctuation start command indicating the determined special figure 1 fluctuation pattern in the output buffer (S1661), and the special figure fluctuation according to the determined special figure 1 fluctuation pattern. The time is set in the special operation timer (S1662), the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination process is ended, and the process is returned to the special symbol standby process.

The special operation timer is updated by 4 ms in other processes in the game control side timer interrupt process. In addition, the set special figure 1 fluctuation start command includes information on the type of special symbol (that is, special figure 1) and the special figure fluctuation pattern determination performed in the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination process (S1610). Information on the result (information on the special map fluctuation pattern including information on the presence or absence of reach and the special map fluctuation time) is included.

Subsequently, the game control microcomputer 101 causes the special figure 1 display 81a to start the variation display of the special figure 1 based on the special figure fluctuation time corresponding to the special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determined in step S1610 (S1611). ..

Next, the game control microcomputer 101 shifts the storage location (storage area) of various counter values in the special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a to the side read from the current position, and the special figure 1 hold storage unit 105a. The storage area corresponding to the first hold storage area (the storage area farthest from the read side) is cleared in the special figure 1 hold storage unit shift process (S1612). In this way, the special figure 1 hold is digested in the order in which it was held.

Next, the game control microcomputer 101 is changed by subtracting "1" from the special figure 1 hold number counter (S1613) and decreasing the special figure 1 hold number indicated by the special figure 1 hold indicator 83a by "1" (S1613). S1614), the special operation status is changed to "2" (S1615).

The game control microcomputer 101 subsequently determines whether or not the customer waiting flag is ON (S1616), and if it is ON (YES in S1616), turns off the customer waiting flag (S1617), and performs a special symbol standby process. If it is not ON (NO in S1616), the special symbol standby process is completed without executing step S1617.

Further, when the number of holdings of the special figure 2 is not "0" in step S1601 (NO in S1601), that is, one or more of the special figure 2 related determination information acquired due to the winning of the second starting port 12 is stored. If there is, the special figure 2 determination process (S1602) and the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination process (S1603) are performed. The special figure 2 determination process (S1602) and the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination process (S1603) are basically the same as the special figure 1 determination process (S1609) and the special figure 1 variation pattern determination process (S1610). ..

The special figure 2 determination process (S1602) is basic except that the table used for the jackpot determination is the second jackpot determination table and the table used for the jackpot symbol type determination is the second jackpot symbol type determination table. Since the process is the same as that of the special figure 1 determination process (S1609), the description thereof will be omitted. Further, the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination process (S1603) is also basically a special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination process (S1603) except that the table used in the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination is the special figure 2 fluctuation pattern determination table. Since the processing is the same as in S1610), the description thereof will be omitted.

Next, the game control microcomputer 101 causes the special figure 2 display 81b to start the variation display of the special figure 2 based on the special figure fluctuation time corresponding to the special figure fluctuation pattern determined in step S1603 (S1604).

Next, the game control microcomputer 101 shifts the storage location (storage area) of various counter values in the special figure 2 hold storage unit 105b to the side read from the current position, and the special figure 2 hold storage unit 105b. The storage area corresponding to the fourth hold storage area (the storage area farthest from the read side) is cleared in the special figure 2 hold storage unit shift process (S1605). In this way, the special figure 2 hold is digested in the order in which it was held.

Subsequently, the game control microcomputer 101 subtracts "1" from the special figure 2 hold number counter (S1606), and reduces and changes the special figure 2 hold number indicated by the special figure 2 hold indicator 83b by "1" (S1607). ), The special operation status is changed to "2" (S1615), and the process proceeds to step S1616.

As described above, in the first embodiment, the variable display of the special symbol based on the special figure 1 hold is performed only when the special figure 2 hold is "0" (YES in S1601). That is, the digestion of the special figure 2 hold is executed in preference to the digestion of the special figure 1 hold. Further, in the first embodiment, the lottery based on the special figure 2 hold is easier to win the jackpot symbol that is more profitable for the player than the lottery based on the special figure 1 hold. It should be noted that the digestion of the special figure 1 hold may be executed in preference to the digestion of the special figure 2 hold. Further, the digestion of the special figure 1 hold and the digestion of the special figure 2 hold may be performed in the order in which the hold occurs regardless of the type of the special figure.

[Special symbol variation processing]
Next, the special symbol variation processing will be described with reference to FIG. 39. In the special symbol variation processing, the game control microcomputer 101 first determines whether or not to end the variation display of the special symbol, that is, the special symbol variation time set in the special operation timer in step S1603 or step S1610 has elapsed (special). It is determined whether or not the operation counter = 0) (S1701). When not ending the variation display of the special symbol (NO in S1701), when ending the variation display of the special symbol and ending the variation display of the special symbol (YES in S1701), the variation display of the special symbol is displayed on the special symbol display 81. Is terminated, and the stop display of the special symbol according to the symbol data (big hit symbol data or lost special symbol data) set in the special symbol buffer in step S1602 or step S1609 is displayed (S1702).

Subsequently, a preset special figure confirmation time (for example, 0.8 seconds) is set in the special operation timer (S1703), and a special figure change stop command indicating that the change display of the special symbol ends is output buffer. Is set to (S1704), the special operation status is changed to "3" (S1705), and the special symbol change processing is terminated.

[Special symbol confirmation process]
Next, the special symbol determination process will be described with reference to FIG. 40. In the special symbol determination process (S1504), the game control microcomputer 101 first determines whether or not to end the stop display of the special symbol, that is, the special symbol determination time set in the special operation timer in step S1703 has elapsed (special). It is determined whether or not the operation counter = 0) (S1751). When the stop display of the special symbol is not terminated (NO in S1751), when the stop display of the special symbol is terminated by ending the special symbol confirmation process (YES in S1751), the current normal probability state (high probability flag is OFF). It is determined whether or not it is (S1752).

If the game control microcomputer 101 is not currently in the normal probability state (NO in S1752), the process proceeds to step S1757, and if it is currently in the normal probability state (YES in S1752), the game control microcomputer 101 is in the time saving state (time saving flag is ON). Whether or not it is determined (S1753). If the game control microcomputer 101 is not in the time saving state (NO in S1753), the process proceeds to step S1757, and if it is currently in the time saving state (YES in S1753), the remaining variable display of the special symbol that can be executed in the time saving state. The value of the time saving remaining number counter for measuring the number of times (time saving remaining number) is subtracted by "1" (S1754), and it is determined whether or not the value of the time saving remaining number counter is "0" (S1755). If the value of the time saving remaining number counter (time saving remaining number) is not "0" (NO in S1755), the process proceeds to step S1757, and if the time saving remaining number counter value (time saving remaining number) is "0" (in S1755). YES), the state is changed from the time saving state to the non-time saving state (the time saving flag is turned off) (S1756), and the process proceeds to step S1757.

Next, the game control microcomputer 101 confirms the current game state, sets a game state command indicating the game state in the output buffer (S1757), and whether or not the special symbol currently stopped and displayed is a jackpot symbol. (S1758). If it is not a jackpot symbol (NO in S1758), the special operation status is changed to "1" (S1762), the special symbol confirmation process is completed, and if it is a jackpot symbol (YES in S1758), the game state is reset (S). The normal game state is set. Specifically, the high probability flag and the time saving flag are turned off, and the values of the high probability remaining number counter and the time saving remaining number counter are set to "0") (S1759).

Subsequently, the game control microcomputer 101 performs a jackpot game preparation process (S1760), changes the special operation status to "4" (S1761), and ends the special symbol determination process. In the jackpot game preparation process, the game control microcomputer 101 sets a jackpot game control table according to the type of the jackpot symbol in a predetermined area of the game RAM 104. In addition, a jackpot opening flag indicating that the opening is in progress according to the jackpot symbol displayed as stopped is turned on in a predetermined area of the game RAM 104, and a predetermined opening time (big hit game starts) according to the type of the jackpot symbol. The time from the start of one round to the start of one round) is set in the special operation timer. Further, an opening command indicating the type of the jackpot symbol is set in the output buffer of the game RAM 104 according to the type of the jackpot symbol. The opening command according to the type of the jackpot symbol indicates that the jackpot game (opening of the jackpot game) according to the type of the jackpot symbol that has been stopped and displayed is started.

6. Production control by the production control board 120 [Production control main processing]
Next, the control of the effect by the effect control board 120 will be described with reference to the flowcharts of FIGS. 41 to 45. The flowchart for controlling the effect described below is an example. Then, the plurality of processes in the flowchart can be appropriately changed in the execution order or executed in parallel as long as the processing contents do not conflict with each other.

Further, the counter, timer, flag, buffer and the like appearing in the following description of the effect control by the effect control board 120 are provided in the effect RAM 124. When the pachinko gaming machine PY1 is turned on, the effect control microcomputer 121 provided on the effect control board 120 reads out the sub-control main processing program shown in FIG. 43 from the effect ROM 123 and executes it.

As shown in the figure, in the effect control main process, first, the power-on processing according to the power-on is performed (S4001). In the power-on processing, for example, the effect CPU 122 is set, and SIO, PIO, CTC (circuit for managing interrupt time) and the like are set.

Next, the interrupt is disabled (S4002) and the random number seed update process is executed (S4003). In the random number seed update process (S4003), the values of various effect determination random number counters for performing determinations related to various effects are updated. The random numbers for determining the effect include various random numbers for determining the content of the effect, such as a random number for determining a stop symbol pattern and a random number for determining a special figure variation effect pattern, which will be described later.

As an example, the method for updating the random number counter for determination for various effects can be the same as the random number update process performed by the game control board 100 described above. Instead of adding the random numbers one by one at the time of updating, it may be added by two. This also applies to the random number update process performed by the game control board 100 described above.

When the random number seed update process is completed, the command transmission process is executed (S4004). In the command transmission process, various commands stored in the output buffer in the effect RAM 124 of the effect control board 120 (for example, a special figure variation effect start command, a customer waiting start command, an opening effect start command, and a round effect start, which will be described later). A command, an ending effect start command, etc.) are transmitted to the image control board 140.

The image control board 140 that has received the command displays an image on the display unit 50a according to the received command (executes various effects by the image). Further, the effect control board 120 can output sound from the speaker 52 via the sound control circuit 161 (execute various effects by sound), and the sub drive board, together with various effects performed by the image control board 140. The frame lamp 53 is made to emit light via 162 (various effects are executed by the light emission), and the board movable body 55k is operated (various effects are executed by the operation). The various effects include special figure variation effect, jackpot game effect (big hit opening effect, round effect, big hit ending effect), customer waiting effect, operation effect, look-ahead effect, and the like.

The effect control microcomputer 121 subsequently enables interrupts (S4005). After that, steps S4002 to S4005 are looped. While the interrupt is enabled, the receive interrupt process (S4010), the 1 ms timer interrupt process (S4011), and the 10 ms timer interrupt process (S4012) can be executed. The 1 ms timer interrupt process (S4011) and the 10 ms timer interrupt process (S4012) will be described later.

The reception interrupt process (S4010) is executed every time a strobe signal, that is, various commands sent from the game control board 100 are input to the external INT input unit of the effect control microcomputer 121. In the reception interrupt process (S4010), the effect control microcomputer 121 stores various commands transmitted and received by the output process (S101) of the game control board 100 in the reception buffer of the effect RAM 124. This receive interrupt process is executed in preference to other interrupt processes (S4011, S4012).

[1ms timer interrupt processing]
Next, the 1 ms timer interrupt process will be described with reference to FIG. 42. The 1 ms timer interrupt process (S4011) is executed every time an interrupt pulse having a 1 msec cycle is input to the effect control board 120. The effect control microcomputer 121 first performs an input process (S4101) in the 1 ms timer interrupt process (S4011). In the input process, the effect control microcomputer 121 creates the first effect button switch data based on the detection signal from the first effect button sensor 40a. The effect control microcomputer 121 creates the second effect button switch data based on the detection signal from the second effect button sensor 41a.

Subsequently, the effect control microcomputer 121 performs light emission data output processing (S4102). In the light emission data output process, the effect control microcomputer 121 emits light emission data created by the light emission data creation process (S4203) in the 10 ms timer interrupt process described later in order to cause the frame lamp 53 to emit light at a timing that matches the effect of the image. Is output to the subdrive board 162. That is, the effect control microcomputer 121 causes the frame lamp 53 to emit light in a predetermined light emission mode according to the light emission data.

Next, the effect control microcomputer 121 performs the movable device control process (S4103). In the movable device control process, the effect control microcomputer 121 creates or outputs drive data (data for driving the board movable body 55k) in order to drive the board movable body 55k at a predetermined timing. That is, the effect control microcomputer 121 drives the panel movable body 55k in a predetermined operation mode according to the drive data.

Next, the effect control microcomputer 121 performs a timer update process (S4104). In the timer update process, various timers provided in the effect RAM 124, which will be described later, are updated in order to manage and control the time related to various predetermined effects. In this process, the timer provided in the effect RAM 124 is updated for 1 msec.

Then, the effect control microcomputer 121 performs a watchdog timer process for resetting the watchdog timer (S4105), and ends the 1 ms timer interrupt process.

[10ms timer interrupt processing]
Next, the 10 ms timer interrupt process will be described with reference to FIG. 43. The 10 ms timer interrupt process (S4012) is executed every time an interrupt pulse having a cycle of 10 msec is input to the effect control board 120. In the 10 ms timer interrupt process, the effect control microcomputer 121 first performs a receive command analysis process for analyzing a command or the like stored in the receive buffer in step S4010 (S4201). The received command analysis process will be described in detail in the first embodiment described later.

Next, the effect control microcomputer 121 performs voice control processing (S4202). In the voice control process, the voice data (data for controlling the output of the voice from the speaker 52) is created and the voice control circuit 161 is executed based on the effect contents indicated by the special figure variation effect data set in the effect RAM 124. Is output.

Next, the effect control microcomputer 121 performs a light emission data creation process (S4203). In the light emission data creation process, light emission data is created based on the effect content indicated by the special figure variation effect data or the like set in the effect RAM 124.

[Received command analysis processing]
Next, the received command analysis process will be described with reference to FIGS. 44 to 45. In the reception command analysis process, the effect control microcomputer 121 first receives a start winning command (first start winning command or second starting winning command) from the game control board 100, in other words, receiving the starting winning command. It is determined whether or not the data is stored in the buffer (S4301). If the effect control microcomputer 121 has received the start winning command (YES in S4301), it proceeds to step S4302, while if it has not received the start winning command (NO in S4301), it proceeds to step S4303.

In step S4302, the effect control microcomputer 121 performs a start winning process according to the winning of the game ball in the first starting port 11 and the second starting port 12. In the start winning process, the received start winning command is stored in the start winning command hold storage unit 125 in the effect RAM 124. Next, the effect control microcomputer 121 analyzes the stored start winning command and determines whether or not to execute the look-ahead effect indicating the jackpot expectation. The look-ahead effect includes a hold notice that displays the hold icon in a special mode, a continuous notice effect that is performed over a plurality of consecutive variable displays of the special symbol, and the like. When it is decided to execute these look-ahead effects, a look-ahead effect start command for executing the determined effect is set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124.

When the pre-reading effect start command set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124 is transmitted to the image control board 140 by the command transmission process (S4004), the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 receives a predetermined effect from the image ROM 142. The image is read out, and the display unit 50a of the image display device 50 performs a look-ahead effect using the image. Further, the effect control microcomputer 121 controls the voice according to the pre-reading effect content indicated by the pre-reading effect start command transmitted to the image control board 140 while the pre-reading effect is performed by the image performed by the image control board 140. Sound is output from the speaker 52 via the circuit 161 (pre-reading effect by sound is executed), and the frame lamp 53 is emitted via the subdrive board 162 (pre-reading effect by light emission is executed), and the board movable body. It is possible to operate 55k (execute a look-ahead effect by the operation).

In step S4303, the effect control microcomputer 121 determines whether or not the symbol designation command has been received from the game control board 100, in other words, whether or not the symbol designation command has been stored in the reception buffer. If the effect control microcomputer 121 has not received the symbol designation command (NO in S4303), the process proceeds to step S4305, while if the effect control microcomputer 121 has received the symbol designation command (YES in S4303), the effect control command is sent to the effect RAM 124. It is stored in the symbol designation command storage unit 126 in (S4304).

In step S4305, the effect control microcomputer 121 determines whether or not the special figure variation start command has been received from the game control board 100, in other words, whether or not the special figure variation start command has been stored in the reception buffer. If the special figure change start command has not been received (NO in S4305), the process proceeds to step S4307, while if the special figure change start command has been received (YES in S4305), the production content of the special figure change effect is determined. , The special figure variation effect start process (S4306) for starting the special figure variation effect is performed.

In the special figure variation effect start process, the effect control microcomputer 121 first stores the special figure variation start command in the special figure variation start command storage unit 127 in the effect RAM 124. Next, the effect symbol EZ1 to be stopped and displayed based on the content of the stop special symbol (type of jackpot symbol, lost special symbol) indicated by the symbol designation command already stored in step S4304 and the special symbol variation pattern indicated by the special symbol variation start command. -EZ3 and the stop symbol pattern determination table for determining the stop symbol KZ1 to KZ3 for determining the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are selected. A plurality of stop symbol pattern determination tables are provided in association with the special figure and the special figure fluctuation pattern. Therefore, the effect control microcomputer 121 selects one stop symbol pattern determination table associated with the stop special figure and the special figure variation pattern. In each stop symbol pattern determination table, a random number value for stop symbol pattern determination (stop symbol pattern determination) is set in a plurality of effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 so as to have a predetermined distribution rate (%). Value) is distributed. Next, the effect control microcomputer 121 acquires the value indicated by the stop symbol pattern determination random number counter as the stop symbol pattern determination random number, and performs the stop symbol pattern determination based on the acquired stop symbol pattern determination random number.

In the stop symbol pattern determination, the effect control microcomputer 121 collates the acquired stop symbol pattern determination random numbers with the selected stop symbol pattern table, and determines the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 to be stopped and displayed. Then, the data representing the determined effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 are set in the predetermined area of the effect RAM 124. For example, if the special symbol variation pattern is a loss variation without reach, a combination of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 is selected so as to have a so-called “separate stitch”. Further, if the special symbol variation pattern is a loss variation with reach, the left effect symbol EZ1 and the right effect symbol EZ3 are the same, and the middle effect symbol EZ2 is different from them, so that the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to The combination of KZ3 is selected. Further, if the special symbol variation pattern is a jackpot variation, a combination of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 is selected so as to obtain so-called "doublet" according to the effect mode and the type of the jackpot symbol. ..

Next, the effect control microcomputer 121 creates a special figure variation effect pattern in which the effect contents of the special figure variation effect are associated with each other based on the effect mode in which the user is staying and the special figure variation pattern indicated by the special figure variation start command. The special figure variation effect pattern determination table for determining the special figure variation effect pattern determination is selected. A plurality of special figure variation effect pattern determination tables are provided in association with the effect mode and the special figure variation pattern. Therefore, the effect control microcomputer 121 selects one special figure variation effect pattern determination table associated with the special figure variation pattern. In each special figure variation effect pattern determination table, a random number value for determining the special figure variation effect pattern (special figure variation effect pattern) is added to one or more special figure variation effect patterns so as to have a predetermined distribution rate (%). Judgment value) is sorted. Subsequently, the effect control microcomputer 121 acquires the value indicated by the random number counter for determining the special figure variation effect pattern as a random number for determining the special figure variation effect pattern, and based on the acquired random number for determining the special figure variation effect pattern, the special figure The variation effect pattern is judged.

The effect control microcomputer 121 collates the acquired special figure variation effect pattern determination random number with the selected special figure variation effect pattern table in the special figure variation effect pattern determination, determines the special figure variation effect pattern, and determines the special figure variation effect pattern. The data representing the special figure variation effect pattern is set in a predetermined area of the effect RAM 124, and the special figure variation effect start command indicating the special figure variation effect pattern is set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124.

When the special figure variation effect start command set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124 is transmitted to the image control board 140 by the command transmission process (S4004), the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 is predetermined from the image ROM 142. The effect image of the above is read out, and the special figure variation effect is performed by the image on the display unit 50a of the image display device 50.

In addition, the special figure variation effect start command includes information on the effect flow associated with the special figure variation pattern indicated by the special figure variation start command. Further, in addition to the special figure variation effect by the image performed by the image display device 50, the special figure variation effect start command includes the special figure variation effect by the voice output from the speaker 52 and the special figure variation effect by the light emission performed by the frame lamp 53. The effect content of the figure variation effect and the effect content of the special figure variation effect by the operation performed by the movable board 55k are included.

Further, in the effect control microcomputer 121, the special figure variation effect content indicated by the special figure variation effect start command transmitted to the image control board 140 while the special figure variation effect by the image performed by the image control board 140 is being performed. In response to this, the speaker 52 outputs voice via the voice control circuit 161 (executes the special figure variation effect by voice), and the frame lamp 53 emits light via the subdrive board 162 (special figure by light emission). (Execute the variation effect), operate the board movable body 55k (execute the special figure variation effect by the operation).

In step S4307, the effect control microcomputer 121 determines whether or not the special figure fluctuation stop command has been received from the game control board 100, in other words, whether or not the special figure fluctuation stop command has been stored in the reception buffer. If the effect control microcomputer 121 has not received the special figure fluctuation stop command (NO in S4307), the process proceeds to step S4309, while if it has received the special figure fluctuation stop command (YES in S4307), the special figure change. The special figure variation effect end process (S4308) is performed to end the effect (stop the variation display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 and perform the stop display).

The effect control microcomputer 121 analyzes the special figure variation stop command in the special figure variation effect end process, and appropriately ends the special figure variation effect based on the analysis result (effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and small symbol KZ1). ~ The special figure variation effect end command for stopping the variation display of KZ3 is set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124. When the image control board 140 receives the special symbol variation effect end command, the image control board 140 ends the special symbol variation effect being executed (stops the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 and the small symbols KZ1 to KZ3 being executed).

In step S4309, the effect control microcomputer 121 determines whether or not the game state command has been received from the game control board 100, in other words, whether or not the game state command has been stored in the reception buffer. If the effect control microcomputer 121 has not received the game state command (NO in S4309), the process proceeds to step S4311, while if it has received the game state command (YES in S4309), the effect control microcomputer 121 analyzes the game state command. , The game state represented by the game state command is specified, and the game state setting process for setting the game state is performed (S4310).

In the game state setting process, the effect control microcomputer 121 sets a game state flag corresponding to the game state indicated by the game state command in the game state flag area of the effect RAM 124. For example, the effect control microcomputer 121 sets the game state flag “00H” in the game state flag area of the effect RAM 124 if the game state indicated by the game state command is the normal game state. Further, the effect control microcomputer 121 sets the game state flag "01H" in the game state flag area of the effect RAM 124 if the game state indicated by the game state command is a high-probability high-base game state. Further, the effect control microcomputer 121 sets the game state flag “02H” in the game state flag area of the effect RAM 124 if the game state indicated by the game state command is a low-probability high-base game state.

In step S4311, the effect control microcomputer 121 determines whether or not the customer waiting command has been received from the game control board 100, in other words, whether or not the customer waiting command has been stored in the reception buffer. If the effect control microcomputer 121 has not received the customer waiting command (NO in S4311), the process proceeds to step S4313, while if the effect waiting command has been received (YES in S4311), the effect waiting effect waiting process is performed. (S4312), the received command analysis process is completed.

In the customer waiting effect waiting process, the effect control microcomputer 121 sets the waiting time (customer waiting effect waiting time:, for example, 20 seconds) from the stop display of the effect symbol to the start of the customer waiting effect. Set in the timer. The effect control microcomputer 121 can determine whether or not the waiting time has elapsed, and when it is determined that the waiting time has elapsed, the effect waiting effect start command for starting the customer waiting effect is issued to the effect RAM 124. Set in the output buffer of.

In step S4313, the effect control microcomputer 121 determines whether or not the opening command has been received from the game control board 100, in other words, whether or not the opening command has been stored in the reception buffer. If the effect control microcomputer 121 has not received the opening command (NO in S4313), the process proceeds to step S4315, while if it has received the opening command (YES in S4313), the jackpot game accompanies the start of the jackpot game. The opening effect start process is performed (S4314).

The effect control microcomputer 121 analyzes the opening command in the jackpot opening effect start process, and determines whether or not to execute the jackpot opening effect according to the opening of the jackpot game to be executed from now on based on the analysis result. If you want to execute it, select the effect content of the jackpot opening effect (big hit opening effect pattern), and output the jackpot opening effect start command to start the jackpot opening effect with the selected jackpot opening effect pattern in the production RAM 124. Set in the buffer.

In step S4315, the effect control microcomputer 121 determines whether or not the game control board 100 has received the round number designation command, in other words, whether or not the round number designation command has been stored in the reception buffer. If the number of rounds specification command has not been received (NO in S4315), the process proceeds to step S4317, while if the number of rounds specification command has been received (YES in S4315), the round effect start process accompanying the start of the round game is performed. (S4316).

In the round effect start processing, the effect control microcomputer 121 analyzes the round number designation command, determines whether or not to execute the round effect according to the round game to be started, and if so, the round effect. The effect content (round effect pattern) of is selected, and the round effect start command corresponding to the selected round effect pattern is set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124.

In step S4317, the effect control microcomputer 121 determines whether or not the ending command has been received from the game control board 100, in other words, whether or not the ending command has been stored in the reception buffer. If the ending command has not been received (NO in S4317), the received command analysis process is completed, while if the ending command has been received (YES in S4317), the jackpot ending effect start process associated with the start of the ending of the jackpot game (NO). After performing S4318) and the effect mode setting process (S4319), the received command analysis process is completed.

If the effect control microcomputer 121 analyzes the ending command in the jackpot ending effect start process, determines whether or not to execute the jackpot ending effect according to the ending of the jackpot game to be executed, and executes it. The effect content of the jackpot ending effect (big hit ending effect pattern) is selected, and the jackpot ending effect start command corresponding to the selected jackpot ending effect pattern is set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124.

Further, in the effect mode setting process, the effect control microcomputer 121 sets the effect mode after the jackpot game based on the analysis result of the ending command, specifically, the jackpot symbol indicated by the ending command (effect mode). Process to control).

For example, if the jackpot symbol indicated by the jackpot ending command is the jackpot symbol A or the jackpot symbol D, the effect control microcomputer 121 is set to the probability variation effect mode suggesting a high-probability and high-base gaming state. Then, the effect mode flag indicating the probability change effect mode is turned on in the predetermined area of the effect RAM 124, and the probability change effect mode start command indicating that the probability change effect mode is set is set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124. When the probability variation effect mode start command set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124 is transmitted to the image control board 140 by the command transmission process (S4004), the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 arrives at the timing when the ending ends. , The probability variation background image G120 is displayed as the background image, and the probability variation BGM is output as the BGM.

Further, when the jackpot symbol indicated by the jackpot ending command is the jackpot symbol B, the jackpot symbol C, or the jackpot symbol E, the effect control microcomputer 121 is in either the high-probability high-base gaming state or the low-probability high-base gaming state. Set a time saving effect mode that is difficult or impossible to determine. Then, the effect control microcomputer 121 turns on the effect mode flag indicating the time saving effect mode in a predetermined area of the effect RAM 124, and issues a time saving effect mode start command indicating that the time saving effect mode is set to the output buffer of the effect RAM 124. Set to. When the time saving effect mode start command set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124 is transmitted to the image control board 140 by the command transmission process (S4004), the image CPU 141 of the image control board 140 is at the timing when the ending ends. , The time-saving background image G130 is displayed as the background image, and the time-saving BGM is output as the BGM.

<First Embodiment>
Next, the first embodiment according to the present invention will be described based on the above-mentioned basic embodiment according to the present invention. In the first embodiment, the points different from the basic embodiment will be mainly described. In addition, the same reference numerals and terms are used for the same configurations as those of the basic embodiments, or similarly corresponding configurations.

The pachinko gaming machine PY1 according to the first embodiment includes a cross button 42k in addition to the first effect button 40k and the second effect button 41k as operating means that can be operated by the player. Like the first effect button 40k and the second effect button 41k, the cross button 42k is also configured to be pushable. Further, as shown in FIG. 46, the cross-shaped button 42k is arranged to the left of the first effect button 40k on the upper surface of the upper plate 34.

The cross-shaped button 42k is formed with a "10" character, and the upper, lower, right, and left parts of the "10" character divided into upper, lower, left, and right parts are operated upward. It is referred to as a unit 42 ku, a lower operation unit 42 kd, a right operation unit 42 kr, and a left operation unit 42 kl. The operation units 42ku, 42kd, 42kr, and 42kl that form the cross button 42k can be independently pressed and operated. In the following, the upper operation unit 42ku and the lower operation unit 42kd of the cross button 42k are collectively referred to as "up / down button 42k1", and the right operation unit 42kr and the left operation unit 42kl of the cross button 42k are collectively "left and right". Collectively referred to as "button 42k2".

Further, the cross-shaped button 42k is connected to the cross-shaped button sensor 42a. As shown in FIG. 47, the cross-shaped button sensor 42a is also connected to the effect control board 120 in the same manner as the first effect button sensor 40a. The cross button 42k and the cross button sensor 42a are integrally configured, and the cross button 42k and the cross button sensor 42a are collectively referred to as a “cross button device 42”.

The cross-shaped button sensor 42a detects which part of the cross-shaped button 42k, specifically, which of the upper operation unit 42ku, the lower operation unit 42kd, the right operation unit 42kr, and the left operation unit 42kl is pressed. It is possible. Specifically, the cross-shaped button sensor 42a has an upper operation unit sensor 42au that detects an operation on the upper operation unit 42ku, a lower operation unit sensor 42ad that detects an operation on the lower operation unit 42kd, and a right operation unit 42kr. It has a right operation unit sensor 42ar for detecting an operation and a left operation unit sensor 42al for detecting an operation on the left operation unit 42kl.

When each operation unit sensor 42au, 42ad, 42ar, 42al detects an operation on each operation unit 42ku, 42kd, 42kr, 42kl, a signal indicating that the operation to that portion has been performed as the detection content (upper operation unit). The detection signal, the lower operation unit detection signal, the right operation unit detection signal, and the left operation unit detection signal) are output to the effect control board 120. In the following, the upper operation unit sensor 42au and the lower operation unit sensor 42ad of the cross button sensor 42a are collectively referred to as "up / down button sensor 42a1", and the right operation unit sensor 42ar and the left operation unit sensor of the cross button 42k. 42al are collectively referred to as "left and right button sensor 42a2".

In the input process (S4101), the effect control microcomputer 121 has, in addition to the first effect button switch data and the second effect button switch data, an upper operation unit detection signal from the upper operation unit sensor 42au and a lower operation unit sensor 42ad. When the lower operation unit detection signal from, the left operation unit detection signal from the left operation unit sensor 42al, and the right operation unit detection signal from the right operation unit sensor 42ar are input, it indicates that the upper operation unit 42ku has been operated. The operation unit switch data, the lower operation unit switch data indicating that the lower operation unit 42 kd has been operated, the left operation unit switch data indicating that the left operation unit 42 kl has been operated, and the right operation unit 42 kr have been operated. The right operation unit switch data shown is created in a predetermined area of the effect RAM. By creating these operation unit switch data, the effect control microcomputer 121 recognizes that the operation units 42ku, 42kd, 42kl, and 42kr have been operated.

Further, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 according to the first embodiment is configured to be able to determine a special figure 1 fluctuation pattern that has not been set in the basic embodiment. In the basic embodiment, L jackpot fluctuation and L loss fluctuation are set, but in the first embodiment, these special figure 1 fluctuation patterns are not set, and instead of these, a strong L reach jackpot is set. Fluctuations, medium L reach jackpot fluctuations, and weak L reach jackpot fluctuations, as well as strong L reach loss fluctuations, medium L reach loss fluctuations, and weak L reach loss fluctuations are set.

Strong L reach jackpot fluctuation, medium L reach jackpot fluctuation, and weak L reach jackpot fluctuation are the special figure 1 fluctuation patterns related to jackpot, and strong L reach loss fluctuation, medium L reach loss fluctuation, and weak L reach loss fluctuation are related to loss. FIG. 1 is a fluctuation pattern.

In addition, although the details of the production will be described later, the special figure fluctuation production related to the strong L reach jackpot fluctuation, the medium L reach jackpot fluctuation, the weak L reach jackpot fluctuation, the strong L reach loss fluctuation, the medium L reach loss fluctuation, and the weak L reach loss fluctuation Then, L reach is performed. However, the L reach effect content in the first embodiment is different from the L reach effect content in the basic embodiment.

In the following, strong L reach jackpot fluctuation, medium L reach jackpot fluctuation, weak L reach jackpot fluctuation, strong L reach loss fluctuation, medium L reach loss fluctuation, and weak L reach loss fluctuation may be collectively referred to as "L reach fluctuation". .. In addition, strong L reach jackpot fluctuation, medium L reach jackpot fluctuation, and weak L reach jackpot fluctuation are collectively referred to as "L reach jackpot fluctuation", and strong L reach loss fluctuation, medium L reach loss fluctuation, and weak L reach loss fluctuation are collectively referred to as "L reach loss". It may be collectively referred to as "fluctuation".

In addition, from the viewpoint of the content of the production, the weak L reach jackpot fluctuation and the weak L reach loss fluctuation, the medium L reach jackpot fluctuation and the medium L reach loss fluctuation, and the strong L reach jackpot fluctuation and the strong L reach loss fluctuation are in a paired relationship. ing. Specifically, there are weak L reach, medium L reach, and strong L reach in the L reach, and the weak L reach is executed in the special figure fluctuation production related to the weak L reach jackpot fluctuation and the weak L reach loss fluctuation, and the weak L reach is executed. The medium L reach is executed in the special figure variation effect related to the L reach jackpot fluctuation and the medium L reach loss variation, and the strong L reach is executed in the special figure variation effect related to the strong L reach jackpot variation and the strong L reach loss variation. Therefore, the weak L reach jackpot fluctuation and the weak L reach loss fluctuation are collectively referred to as "weak L reach fluctuation", and the medium L reach jackpot fluctuation and the medium L reach loss fluctuation are collectively referred to as the "medium L reach fluctuation", and are collectively referred to as the strong L reach jackpot fluctuation. Strong L reach loss fluctuations may be collectively referred to as "strong L reach fluctuations".

FIG. 48 shows a special figure 1 fluctuation pattern determination table according to the first embodiment. As shown in FIG. 48, in the case of a big hit, the selection rate is high in the order of strong L reach fluctuation> medium L reach fluctuation> weak reach fluctuation, and in the case of loss, weak L reach fluctuation> medium L reach fluctuation> strong reach. The selection rate is high in the order of fluctuation. Therefore, it can be said that the jackpot expectation is high in the order of strong L reach> medium L reach> weak L reach. Also, as shown in FIG. 48, the L reach, more specifically the weak reach, the medium reach, and the strong reach are performed at the time of big hit and at the time of loss. Therefore, L reach (weak reach, medium reach, and strong reach) is a production that suggests that there is a possibility of a big hit.

Next, the effect flow of the main effect executed in the special figure variation effect related to each L reach variation will be described. FIG. 49 (A) is a diagram showing a schematic diagram of the effect flow of the special figure fluctuation effect related to the weak L reach jackpot fluctuation, and FIG. 49 (B) is a schematic diagram of the effect flow of the special figure fluctuation effect related to the weak L reach loss variation. FIG. 49 (C) is a diagram showing a schematic diagram of the production flow of the special figure fluctuation effect related to the medium L reach jackpot fluctuation, and FIG. 49 (D) is the production flow of the special figure fluctuation effect related to the medium L reach loss variation. FIG. 49 (E) is a diagram showing a schematic diagram, FIG. 49 (E) is a diagram showing a schematic diagram of an effect flow of a special figure fluctuation effect related to a strong L reach jackpot fluctuation, and FIG. 49 (F) is a diagram showing a special figure fluctuation effect related to a strong L reach loss variation. It is a figure which shows the schematic diagram of the production flow.

As shown in FIGS. 49 (A) to 49 (F), in common with the special figure variation effect related to each L reach, the normal variation is first performed, the reach is established, and then the N reach is established. Develop. Then, in the special figure fluctuation production related to the weak L reach jackpot fluctuation and the weak L reach loss fluctuation, the N reach develops into the weak L reach. Similarly, in the special figure fluctuation production related to the medium L reach jackpot fluctuation and the medium L reach loss fluctuation, the development from N reach to the medium L reach, and in the special map fluctuation production related to the strong L reach jackpot fluctuation and the strong L reach loss fluctuation, N Develops from reach to strong L reach.

Here, the weak L reach, the medium L reach, and the strong L reach will be described. L reach, which is a superordinate concept of weak L reach, medium L reach, and strong L reach, is a reach production that can be developed step by step. The weak L reach is an effect in which the first stage effect is executed and the L reach ends in the first stage. In the middle L reach, the first stage effect is executed, then the first stage is developed to the second stage, the second stage effect is executed, and the L reach that ends in the second stage ends. Is. In the strong L reach, the first stage production is executed, then the first stage to the second stage, the second stage production is executed, the second stage to the third stage, and the third stage. This is an effect in which the eye effect is executed and the L reach ends at the third stage.

The production of each stage related to L reach is associated with the music. Specifically, the production associated with song A (song A production) is executed as the first stage production, and the production associated with song B (song B production) is executed as the second stage production. The effect associated with the song C (song C effect) is executed as the stage effect. In the first embodiment, the song is output from the speaker 52 and the PV (Promotion Video) of the song is displayed on the display unit 50a as an effect associated with the song A, the song B, and the song C.

At the final stage of the production of each stage, a winning effect is executed, which is a branch of whether or not it is a big hit, and whether or not to execute the winning branch effect. As a result of the winning effect, there are "execution of the winning branch effect" and "do not execute the winning branch effect". If the result of the winning effect is "execute the winning branching effect", the winning branching effect is executed as the final phase of the effect at that stage. On the other hand, if the result of the winning effect is "do not execute the winning branch effect", the effect of the relevant stage is completed, the process develops to the next stage, and the effect of the next stage is started. Therefore, if the result of the winning effect is "do not execute the winning branch effect", the result is that the fanning effect is executed at the final stage of the effect at the stage. In the following, as a result of the winning effect, "execution of the winning branch effect" is referred to as "success" of the winning effect, and "not executing the winning branch effect" is also referred to as "failure" of the winning effect. Refer to.

In the weak L reach fluctuation, when the weak L reach is started, the song A production is first executed as the first stage, and after a predetermined time has elapsed, the hitting effect is executed. Then, the winning effect is successful, and the winning branch effect is executed. Here, in the case of a weak L reach jackpot fluctuation, the jackpot notification effect suggesting the jackpot winning is executed after the winning branch effect, and the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 in the mode of indicating the jackpot are stopped and displayed. On the other hand, in the case of a weak L reach loss variation, the stop display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 in the mode of showing the reach loss is performed after the winning branch effect. In this way, the weak L reach is formed from the start of the song A production until the stop display of the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 in the mode showing the jackpot and the mode showing the reach loss is finally executed.

In the medium L reach variation, when the medium L reach is started, the song A effect is executed as the first stage, and after a predetermined time has elapsed, the hit-and-miss effect is executed. Then, the hit-and-miss production fails and develops into the second stage, and the song B production starts as the second stage production. Then, after a predetermined time has passed, the winning effect is executed again. Then, the winning effect is successful, and the winning branch effect is executed. Here, in the case of the medium L reach jackpot fluctuation, the jackpot notification effect is executed after the hit branch effect, and the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 in the mode of indicating the jackpot are stopped and displayed. On the other hand, in the case of the medium L reach loss fluctuation, the stop display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 in the mode of showing the reach loss is performed after the winning branch effect.

In this way, after the song A production is started, the song B production is executed in the second stage, and finally, the stop display of the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 in the mode showing the jackpot and the mode showing the reach loss is executed. Until it is done, it constitutes a medium L reach. In addition, the first stage of the middle L reach is formed from the start of the song A production to the end of the first hit-and-win production, and the middle L is from the start of the song B production to the end of the winning branch production. It constitutes the second stage of reach.

In the strong L reach fluctuation, when the strong L reach is started, the song A effect is executed as the first stage, and after a predetermined time has elapsed, the hit-and-miss effect is executed. Then, the hit-and-miss production fails and develops into the second stage, and the song B production starts as the second stage production. Then, after a predetermined time has passed, the winning effect is executed again. Then, the hit-and-miss production fails again, develops into the third stage, and the song C production starts as the third stage production. Then, while the song C effect is being executed, the winning effect is not executed, but the winning branching effect is executed as the final phase. Here, in the case of a strong L reach jackpot fluctuation, the jackpot notification effect is executed after the hit branch effect, and the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 in the mode of indicating the jackpot are stopped and displayed. On the other hand, in the case of a strong L reach loss variation, after the winning branch effect, the stop display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 in the mode of showing the reach loss is performed.

In this way, from the start of the song A production, it develops into the third stage through the second stage, and it is strong until the stop display of the production symbols EZ1 to EZ3 in the mode showing the jackpot and the mode showing the reach loss is executed. Consists of L reach. In addition, the period from the start of the song A production to the end of the first hit-and-play effect constitutes the first stage of the strong L reach, and from the start of the song B production to the end of the second hit-and-feel effect. Consists of the second stage of the strong L reach, and the period from the start of the song C to the end of the winning branch effect constitutes the third stage of the strong L reach.

In the case of weak L reach loss fluctuation, medium L reach loss fluctuation, and strong reach loss fluctuation, after the winning branch effect, a loss notification effect indicating the loss is performed, and then the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 in the mode of indicating the reach loss are stopped and displayed. May be done.

Next, the fusuma image used in the hitting effect will be described. The sliding door image is an image that imitates a sliding door that opens and closes and covers a background image G115 for L reach (background image G115 for L reach), which will be described later. The fusuma image is composed of a left-hand fusuma image arranged on the left side of the front view and a right-side fusuma image arranged on the right side of the front view.

In the first embodiment, three types of fusuma images are provided: a first fusuma image G31, a second fusuma image G32, and a third fusuma image G33. FIG. 50 (A) shows a state in which the entire first sliding door image G31 is displayed on the display unit 50a, and FIG. 50 (B) shows the entire second sliding door image G32 displayed on the display unit 50a. FIG. 50 (C) is a diagram showing a state in which the entire third sliding door image G33 is displayed on the display unit 50a.

The first sliding door image G31 is composed of a first left sliding door image G31L arranged on the left side of the front view and a first right sliding door image G31R arranged on the right side of the front view. In the center of the first sliding door image G31 straddling the first left sliding door image G31L and the first right sliding door image G31R, a figure imitating a cross-shaped button 42k in a plan view is displayed. In other words, a figure imitating the left half of the plan view cross button 42k is displayed at the right end of the first left fold image G31L, and the right half of the plan view cross button 42k is displayed at the left end of the first right fold image G31R. The imitated figure is displayed.

The second sliding door image G32 is composed of a second left sliding door image G32L arranged on the left side of the front view and a second right sliding door image G32R arranged on the right side of the front view. In the center of the second sliding door image G32 straddling the second left sliding door image G32L and the second right sliding door image G32R, a figure imitating the first effect button 40k in a plan view is displayed. In other words, a figure imitating the first effect button 40k in plan view is displayed at the right end of the second left sliding door image G32L, and the first effect button 40k in plan view is imitated at the left end of the second right sliding door image G32R. The figure is displayed.

The third sliding door image G33 is composed of a third left sliding door image G33L arranged on the left side of the front view and a third right sliding door image G33R arranged on the right side of the front view. In the center of the third sliding door image G33 straddling the third left sliding door image G33L and the third right sliding door image G33R, a figure imitating the second effect button 41k in front view is displayed. In other words, a figure imitating the front view second effect button 41k is displayed at the right end of the third left sliding door image G33L, and the front view second effect button 41k is imitated at the left end of the third right sliding door image G33R. The figure is displayed.

50 (A), 50 (B), and 50 (C) are views showing the entire first sliding door image G31, second sliding door image G32, and third sliding door image G33, and are displayed on the display unit. It is not always displayed in this state for 50a. There may be a situation in which the left sliding door images G31L, G32L, G33L and the right sliding door images G31R, G32R, G33R are separated in the horizontal direction.

Next, the specific production contents of the weak L reach, the medium L reach, and the strong L reach will be described. First, the first stage of the L reach, which is commonly performed for the weak L reach, the medium L reach, and the strong L reach, will be described. FIG. 51 is a diagram showing a state of the display unit 50a when the first stage effect of the L reach is being performed.

When the L reach is started, first, as shown in FIG. 51 (A), the background image G115 for the L reach is displayed on the entire display unit 50a, and the L reach start suggestion suggesting the start of the L reach. Image G40 (“Music Reach” in FIG. 51 (A)) is displayed. In the first embodiment, since the L reach is a production associated with the music, the title of the L reach is "music reach". Therefore, the L reach start suggestion image G40 also suggests the title of the L reach in characters.

As soon as the L reach is started and the L reach start suggestion image G40 is displayed, the first stage of the L reach is started. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 51 (B), in the display unit 50a, the display content of the background image G115 for L reach is changed to the PV of the song A, and the display unit stays in the first stage. The first-stage suggestion image G41 (“song A” in FIG. 51 (B)) that suggests and shows the song title (song A) associated with the first-stage production is displayed. Further, although not shown, when the first stage is started, the song A is output from the speaker 52.

The first-stage suggestion image G41 is displayed large in the center of the display unit 50a when the first stage is started, but immediately after that, as shown in FIG. 51 (C), the lower right of the display unit 50a. Moves to and shrinks. Then, when the song A production progresses and the final stage of the first stage is reached, a fusuma image appears and the winning production is executed. For example, as shown in FIG. 51 (D), the first left sliding door image G31L that moves from the left end side of the display unit 50a toward the right appears (fade in), and at the same time, it fades in from the right end side of the display unit 50a to the left. The first right sliding door image G31R that moves toward the appearance (fades in) appears, and both of them stop so as to be separated from each other before reaching the center in the left-right direction of the display unit 50a. That is, the first sliding door image G31 is held in the situation of whether or not it is closed.

After the situation of whether or not the first sliding door image G31 shown in FIG. 51 (D) is closed is held for a predetermined time (for example, 3 seconds), the hit-and-miss effect ends, but the subsequent development content is weak L. It differs depending on whether it is a reach or a medium L reach or a strong L reach. In the case of a weak L reach, the winning branching effect is subsequently executed after the effect suggesting that the winning effect is successful (successful winning effect) is executed. On the other hand, in the case of medium L reach or strong L reach, it develops in the second stage after the effect suggesting that the hit fanning effect is a failure (the hitting fanning failure effect) is executed.

Here, a case where the situation shown in FIG. 51 (D) is a weak L reach, that is, a case where the L reach ends in the first stage will be described. FIG. 52 is a diagram showing a continuation of FIG. 51 (D) in the case of a weak L reach effect. Specifically, FIG. 52 (A) shows a state in which the successful winning effect is executed on the display unit 50a, and FIG. 52 (B) shows a state in which the winning branch effect is executed on the display unit 50a. FIG. 52 (C) is a diagram showing how the winning branch effect is being executed on the display unit 50a, and is a continuation of FIG. 52 (B).

After the hitting fanning effect, if it is a weak L reach effect, as shown in FIG. 52 (A), the first left sliding door image G31L moves further to the right and the first right sliding door is further moved to the right as a hitting fanning success effect. The image G31R further moves to the left, the first left sliding door image G31L and the first right sliding door image G31R come into contact with each other at the center of the display unit 50a in the left-right direction, and the first sliding door image G31 is completely closed. In other words, the left half part of the cross button 42k displayed on the first left sliding door image G31L and the right half part of the cross button 42k displayed on the first right sliding door image G31R are united. The part of the cross button 42k displayed on the first sliding door image G31 is completed.

When the first fusuma image G31 is held in a completely closed state for a predetermined time (for example, 2 seconds), the first left fusuma image G31L is subsequently opened so that the first fusuma image G31 (fusuma image) is completely opened. Moves to the left and disappears (fade out) from the left end side of the display unit 50a, and at the same time, the first right sliding door image G31R moves to the right and disappears (fade out) from the right end side of the display unit 50a. When the first left sliding door image G31L and the first right sliding door image G31R (fusuma image) disappear, the successful production of the hitting is completed.

Further, as shown in FIG. 52 (B), when the first left fold image G31L moves to the left and the first right fold image G31R moves to the right and the first fold image G31 is open. The background image G115 for L reach related to the PV of the song A appears again, and the image G34 (first operation promotion image G34) prompting the operation of the cross button 42k is displayed, so that the operation of the cross button 42k is effective. It becomes a period (first operation valid period). The fact that the first operation promotion image G34 is displayed and the first operation valid period is set constitutes the winning branch effect.

The first operation promotion image G34 is an image G34a (cross button image G34a) representing the cross button 42k and an image G34b (that is, a pressing operation) representing the operation mode (that is, pressing operation) of the cross button 42k (first pressing operation image G34b: FIG. In B), "press the cross key") and the image G34c (first operation valid period remaining time image G34c) representing the remaining time of the operation valid period (first operation valid period) related to the operation of the cross button 42k. Including.

In the first embodiment, the time from the start to the end of the first operation valid period (first operation valid time) is set to 4 seconds. Further, the first operation valid period remaining time image G34c is composed of a linear progress bar, and changes with the passage of time so that the player can easily understand the remaining time of the first operation valid period. FIG. 52C shows a situation in which the remaining time of the first operation valid period is about 2/3.

Then, when the cross-shaped button 42k is operated while the winning branch effect in which the first operation promotion image G34 is displayed is being executed, the winning branch effect ends. That is, when the first operation valid period ends, the first operation promotion image G34 is erased. Then, when the special figure fluctuation display is a weak L reach jackpot fluctuation, the jackpot notification effect suggesting the jackpot is executed in response to the operation, and then the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 in the mode suggesting the jackpot are stopped. The display is done. On the other hand, when the special figure variation display is a weak L reach loss variation, the stop display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 in a mode suggesting the reach loss is performed according to the operation. FIG. 53 (A) is a diagram showing how the jackpot notification effect is being executed, and FIG. 53 (B) is a diagram showing how the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 in a mode suggesting a jackpot are being stopped. FIG. 53 (C) is a diagram showing a state in which the stop display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 in an aspect suggesting reach loss is being executed.

In the first embodiment, as a jackpot notification effect, the board movable body 55k is lowered to the operating position in front view, and the effect image G13 accompanying the operation of the board movable body 55k is displayed on the entire display unit 50a. (See FIG. 53 (see)), but the mode of the jackpot notification effect can be changed as appropriate.

When the winning branch effect ends, the first stage effect (song A effect) also ends. That is, the song A is output from the speaker 52 from the start of the first stage effect to the end of the winning branch effect. Further, the PV of the song A is also displayed in the display unit 50a from the start of the first stage effect to the end of the winning branch effect, except when the winning effect is executed and the first sliding door image G31 is displayed. Is displayed in.

Next, a case where the situation shown in FIG. 51 (D) is a medium L reach or a strong L reach, that is, a case where the L reach does not end in the first stage but develops in at least the second stage will be described. FIG. 54 is a diagram showing a continuation of FIG. 51 (D) in the case of medium L reach or strong L reach. In detail, FIG. 54 (A) shows a state in which the hit-and-hit failure effect is executed as a result of the hit-and-hit effect on the display unit 50a, and FIG. 54 (B) shows two stages on the display unit 50a. FIG. 54 (C) is a diagram showing how the song B effect is progressing on the display unit 50a, and FIG. 54 (D) is a diagram showing how the song B effect is progressing on the display unit 50a. It is a figure which shows the state that the 2nd stage hit-and-miss production is executed in.

After the first stage of the hitting effect, if it is a medium L reach or a strong L reach, as shown in FIG. 54 (A), the closed first sliding door image G31 is opened as a hitting failure effect. , The first left sliding door image G31L and the first right sliding door image G31R, which were in the separated state, move in the direction of further separation and disappear (fade out) as they are. Specifically, the first left sliding door image G31L moves to the left and disappears as it is (fade out), and the first right sliding door image G31R moves to the right and disappears as it is (fade out), and the first sliding door image G31 Disappears completely. In other words, the left half of the cross button 42k displayed on the first left sliding door image G31L and the right half of the cross button 42k displayed on the first right sliding door image G31R do not merge with each other, and the first sliding door The image G31 is erased.

As soon as the first sliding door image G31 is erased, it develops into the second stage of L reach. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 54 (B), in the display unit 50a, the display content of the background image G115 for L reach is changed to the PV of the song B, and stays in the second stage and stays in the second stage. The second-stage suggestion image G42 (“song B” in FIG. 54 (B)) showing the song title (song B) associated with the production of is displayed. Further, although not shown, when the second stage is started, the sound output from the speaker 52 is switched from the song A to the song B.

The second-stage suggestion image G42 is displayed large in the center of the display unit 50a when the second stage is started, but immediately after that, as shown in FIG. 54 (C), the lower right of the display unit 50a. Moves to and shrinks. Then, when the song B production progresses and the final stage of the second stage is reached, a fusuma image appears and the winning production is executed. For example, as shown in FIG. 54 (D), a second left sliding door image G32L that moves from the left end side of the display unit 50a to the right side appears (fade in), and at the same time, from the right end side of the display unit 50a to the left direction. The second right sliding door image G32R that moves toward the appearance (fade in) appears, and both of them stop so as to be separated from each other before reaching the center in the left-right direction of the display unit 50a. That is, the second sliding door image G32 is held in the situation of whether or not it is closed.

After the situation of whether or not the second sliding door image G32 shown in FIG. 54 (D) is closed is held for a predetermined time (for example, 3 seconds), the hit-and-miss effect ends, but the subsequent development content is medium L. It differs depending on whether it is a reach or a strong L reach. In the case of medium L reach, the winning branching effect is subsequently executed after the successful winning effect is executed. On the other hand, in the case of a strong L reach, it develops in the third stage after the failure effect of the hit is executed.

Here, a case where the situation shown in FIG. 54 (D) is a medium L reach, that is, a case where the L reach ends in the second stage will be described. FIG. 55 is a diagram showing a continuation of FIG. 54 (D) in the case of medium L reach. Specifically, FIG. 55 (A) shows a state in which the successful winning effect is executed on the display unit 50a, and FIG. 55 (B) shows a state in which the winning branch effect is executed on the display unit 50a. FIG. 55 (C) is a diagram showing how the winning branch effect is being executed on the display unit 50a, and is a continuation of FIG. 55 (B).

After the second stage of the winning effect, if it is a medium L reach, as shown in FIG. 55 (A), the second left sliding door image G32L moves further to the right and the second is as a successful effect of the winning effect. 2 The right sliding door image G32R further moves to the left, the second left sliding door image G32L and the second right sliding door image G32R come into contact with each other at the center of the display unit 50a in the left-right direction, and the second sliding door image G32 is completely closed. In other words, the left half part of the first effect button 40k displayed on the second left sliding door image G32L and the right half part of the first effect button 40k displayed on the second right sliding door image G32R are By combining, the part of the first effect button 40k displayed on the second sliding door image G32 is completed.

When the second fusuma image G32 is held in a completely closed state for a predetermined time (for example, 2 seconds), the second left fusuma image G32L is subsequently opened so that the second fusuma image G32 (fusuma image) is completely opened. Moves to the left and disappears (fade out) from the left end side of the display unit 50a, and the second right sliding door image G32R moves to the right and disappears (fade out) from the right end side of the display unit 50a. When the second left sliding door image G32L and the second right sliding door image G32R (fusuma image) disappear, the successful production of the hitting is completed.

Further, as shown in FIG. 55 (B), when the second left fold image G32L moves to the left and the second right fold image G32R moves to the right and the second fold image G32 is open. The background image G115 for L reach related to the PV of the song B appears again, and the image G35 (second operation promotion image G35) prompting the operation of the first effect button 40k is displayed, and the first effect button 40k is displayed. The operation is valid (second operation valid period). The fact that the second operation promotion image G35 is displayed and the second operation valid period is set constitutes the winning branch effect.

The second operation promotion image G35 includes an image G35a (first effect button image G35a) representing the first effect button 40k and an image G35b (second pressing operation) representing the operation mode (that is, pressing operation) of the first effect button 40k. Image G35b: “Press the button” in FIG. 55 (B)) and image G35c (remaining second operation valid period) representing the remaining time of the operation valid period (second operation valid period) related to the operation of the first effect button 40k. Time image G35c) and.

In the first embodiment, the time from the start to the end of the second operation valid period (second operation valid time) is set to 4 seconds. Further, the second operation valid period remaining time image G35c is composed of an arc-shaped progress bar, and changes with the passage of time so that the player can easily understand the remaining time of the second operation valid period. FIG. 55C shows a state in which the remaining time of the second operation valid period is about 2/3.

Then, when the first effect button 40k is operated while the winning branch effect displaying the second operation promotion image G35 is being executed, the winning branch effect ends. That is, when the second operation valid period ends, the second operation promotion image G35 is erased. Then, when the special figure fluctuation display is a medium L reach jackpot fluctuation, a jackpot notification effect suggesting a jackpot is executed according to the operation, as in the case of a weak L reach jackpot fluctuation (FIG. 53). (See (A)), stop display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 in an aspect suggesting a big hit is performed (see FIG. 53 (B)). On the other hand, when the special figure variation display is a medium L reach loss variation, the stop display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 in an mode suggesting the reach loss is performed according to the operation, as in the case of the weak L reach loss variation (as in the case of the weak L reach loss variation). (See FIG. 53 (C)).

Next, a case where the situation shown in FIG. 54 (D) is a strong L reach, that is, a case where the L reach does not end in the second stage but develops to the third stage will be described. FIG. 56 is a diagram showing a continuation of FIG. 54 (D) in the case of strong L reach. In detail, FIG. 56 (A) shows a state in which the hit-and-hit failure effect is executed as a result of the second-stage hit-and-hit effect on the display unit 50a, and FIG. 56 (B) shows the display unit 50a. FIG. 56 (C) is a diagram showing a state when the song C effect is started by developing in the third stage, and FIG. 56 (C) is a diagram showing a state in which the song C effect is progressing on the display unit 50a.

After the second stage of hitting and hitting effect, if it is a strong L reach, as shown in FIG. 56 (A), as a hitting and hitting failure effect, the second left sliding door image G32L and the second right sliding door that were in a separated state The image G32R moves further away and disappears (fade out) as it is. Specifically, the second left sliding door image G32L moves to the left and disappears as it is (fade out), and the second right sliding door image G32R moves to the right and disappears as it is (fade out), and the second sliding door image G32 Disappears completely. In other words, the left half part of the first effect button 40k displayed on the second left sliding door image G32L and the right half part of the first effect button 40k displayed on the second right sliding door image G32R do not merge. , The second sliding door image G32 is erased.

As soon as the second sliding door image G32 is erased, it develops into the third stage of L reach. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 56 (B), in the display unit 50a, the display content of the background image G115 for L reach is changed to the PV of the song B, and stays in the third stage and stays in the third stage. The third-stage suggestion image G43 (“song C” in FIG. 56 (B)) showing the song title (song C) associated with the production of is displayed. Further, although not shown, when the third stage is started, the sound output from the speaker 52 is switched from the song B to the song C.

The third-stage suggestion image G43 is displayed large in the center of the display unit 50a when the third stage is started, but immediately after that, as shown in FIG. 56 (C), the lower right of the display unit 50a. Moves to and shrinks. Then, when the song C production progresses and the final stage of the third stage is reached, the winning branching effect is executed without the winning fanning effect being executed. This is because the third stage is the final stage of the L reach, and the L reach does not develop any further.

FIG. 57 (A) is a diagram showing a state immediately before the winning branch effect on the display unit 50a, and FIG. 57 (B) is a diagram showing a state when the winning branch effect is started on the display unit 50a, FIG. 55 (B). C) is a diagram showing how the winning branch effect is progressing on the display unit 50a, which is a continuation of FIG. 57 (B).

Immediately before the winning branch effect, for example, as shown in FIG. 57 (A), as an effect suggesting that the winning branch effect is executed (winning branch suggestion effect), from the left end side of the display unit 50a to the right. The third left sliding door image G33L moving toward the appearance (fade in), and the third right sliding door image G33R moving toward the left from the right end side of the display unit 50a appears (fade in). Subsequently, both of them do not stop so as to be separated from each other before reaching the center in the left-right direction of the display unit 50a as in the case of the hit-and-fall effect, but as they are, as in the case of the hit-and-fall success effect, the third left. The sliding door image G33L and the third right sliding door image G33R come into contact with each other at the center of the display unit 50a in the left-right direction, and the third sliding door image G33 is completely closed. In other words, the left half part of the second effect button 41k displayed on the third left sliding door image G33L and the right half part of the second effect button 41k displayed on the third right sliding door image G33R are By combining, the part of the second effect button 41k displayed on the third sliding door image G33 is completed.

As soon as the third sliding door image G33 is completely closed, as shown in FIG. 57 (B), the portion of the second effect button 41k displayed on the third sliding door image G33 operates the second effect button 41k. It changes (sublimates) to the prompting image G36 (third operation promoting image G36), and the operation of the second effect button 41k becomes a valid period (third operation valid period), and at the same time, the sliding door body of the third sliding door image G33 The background image G115 for L reach related to the song C appears while the portion gradually disappears. The fact that the third operation promotion image G36 is displayed and the third operation valid period is set constitutes the winning branch effect.

When the third fusuma image G33 is held in a completely closed state for a predetermined time (for example, 2 seconds), the third left fusuma image G33L is subsequently opened so that the third fusuma image G33 (fusuma image) is completely opened. Moves to the left and disappears (fade out) from the left end side of the display unit 50a, and the third right sliding door image G33R moves to the right and disappears (fade out) from the right end side of the display unit 50a. When the third left sliding door image G33L and the third right sliding door image G33R (fusuma image) disappear, the winning branch suggestion effect ends.

Further, as shown in FIG. 57 (B), when the third left fold image G33L moves to the left and the third right fold image G33R moves to the right and the third fold image G33 is open. The background image G115 for L reach related to the PV of the song C appears again, and the image G36 (third operation promotion image G36) prompting the operation of the second effect button 41k is displayed, and the second effect button 41k is displayed. The operation is valid (third operation valid period). The fact that the third operation promotion image G36 is displayed and the third operation valid period is set constitutes the winning branch effect.

The third operation promotion image G36 includes an image G36a (second effect button image G36a) representing the second effect button 41k and an image G36b (third press operation) representing the operation mode (that is, pressing operation) of the second effect button 41k. Image G36b: “Pushing in the bat” in FIG. 57 (B)) and image G36c (remaining third operation valid period) showing the remaining time of the operation valid period (third operation valid period) related to the operation of the second effect button 41k. Time image G36c) and.

In the first embodiment, the time from the start to the end of the third operation valid period (third operation valid time) is set to 4 seconds. Further, the third operation valid period remaining time image G36c is composed of a circular progress bar, and changes with the passage of time so that the player can easily understand the remaining time of the third operation valid period. Note that FIG. 57C shows a state in which the remaining time of the third operation valid period is about 2/3.

Then, when the second effect button 41k is operated while the winning branch effect displaying the third operation promotion image G36 is being executed, the winning branch effect ends. That is, when the third operation valid period ends, the third operation promotion image G36 is erased. Then, when the special figure fluctuation display is a strong L reach jackpot fluctuation, a jackpot notification effect suggesting a jackpot is executed according to the operation, as in the case of a weak L reach jackpot fluctuation (Fig.). 53 (A)), the stop display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 in the mode suggesting a big hit is performed (see FIG. 53 (B)). On the other hand, when the special figure variation display is a strong L reach loss variation, the stop display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 in an aspect suggesting the reach loss is performed according to the operation, as in the case of the weak L reach loss variation. (See FIG. 53 (C)).

In the example described with reference to FIGS. 51 to 57, the first-stage hit-and-miss effect is executed by using the first-stage hit image G31, and the first-stage hit-and-go branch effect is the first-stage hit image G31. The operation valid period related to the cross-shaped button 42k indicated by is generated, and the first operation promoting image G34 for prompting the operation of the cross-shaped button 42k is displayed. In addition, the second-stage winning effect is executed using the second sliding door image G32, and in the second-stage winning branching effect, the operation validity period related to the first effect button 40k indicated by the second sliding door image G32 is set. A second operation promotion image G35 that is generated and prompts the operation of the first effect button 40k is displayed. Further, the third-stage winning branch suggestion effect is executed using the third sliding door image G33, and in the third-stage winning branching effect, the operation validity period related to the second effect button 41k indicated by the third sliding door image G33 is used. Is generated, and the third operation promotion image G36 that prompts the operation of the second effect button 41k is displayed. However, the types of operation means are not limited to the winning effect (winning branch suggestion effect) and the winning branch effect at each stage. The winning effect (winning branch suggestion effect), the winning branch effect, and the type of the operating means at each stage are determined by the operation means type determination described later.

Next, an example of the main control / processing for performing the weak L reach, the medium L reach, the strong L reach, and the like including the winning effect and the winning branch effect will be described. However, since the explanation of these controls / processes is an example, the controls / processes for performing the weak L reach, the medium L reach, the strong L reach, etc., including the winning fanning effect and the winning branching effect, are limited to the following example. However, it may be changed as appropriate. In addition, for the sake of convenience, the following explanation of an example of the main control / processing for performing weak L reach, medium L reach, strong L reach, etc., including the winning effect and the winning branching effect, also includes the winning branch suggestion effect. It will be included in the fanning production.

Basic or comprehensive control / processing for performing weak L reach, medium L reach, strong L reach, etc., including the winning effect and the winning branch effect, is performed by the game control microcomputer 101 and the effect control microcomputer 121. Will be done.

When the effect control microcomputer 121 receives the special figure variation start command, the special figure variation effect start process (S4306) indicates the effect content of the special figure variation effect based on the received special figure variation start command. The effect pattern is determined, and a special figure variation effect start command that specifies that the special figure variation effect of the special figure variation effect pattern is executed is set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124. Therefore, if the special figure fluctuation pattern indicated by the received special figure fluctuation start command is a weak L reach jackpot fluctuation, the effect control microcomputer 121 executes the special figure variation effect of the effect flow shown in FIG. 49 (A). The special figure variation effect start command for specifying is set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124. Similarly, in the effect control microcomputer 121, the special figure fluctuation patterns indicated by the received special figure fluctuation start command are weak L reach loss fluctuation, medium L reach jackpot fluctuation, medium L reach loss fluctuation, strong L reach jackpot fluctuation, and strong L. In the case of reach loss variation, a special figure variation effect start command for specifying execution of the special figure variation effect of the effect flow shown in FIGS. 49 (B) to 49 (F) is set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124. The special figure variation effect start command set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124 is transmitted to the image control board 140 by the command transmission process (S4004). When the image control board 140 receives the special figure variation effect start command, the image control board 140 has FIGS. 49 (A) to 49 (Fig. 49) based on the special figure variation pattern determined by the game control board 100 indicated by the special figure variation effect start command. The special figure variation effect of the effect flow shown in F) is executed.

Further, when the special figure fluctuation pattern indicated by the received special figure fluctuation start command is the L reach fluctuation, the effect control microcomputer 121 determines the effect contents of the winning fanning effect and the winning branch effect. The effects of the winning effect and the winning branch effect are associated with the types of operation means (cross button 42k, first effect button 40k, second effect button 41k), and are determined for each number of stages of L reach.

Here, as described above, except for the final stage related to each L reach, the winning branching effect is not executed, and only the winning fanning effect is executed. Therefore, the effect control microcomputer 121 determines the type of operation means associated with the hit-and-miss effect except for the final stage related to each L reach. On the other hand, at the final stage related to each L reach, the winning effect and the winning branching effect are executed, and the winning branching effect is executed by the type of the operation means associated with the winning effect. In other words, the winning effect of the type of operation means that can be operated by the winning branch effect is executed. In any case, the effect control microcomputer 121 determines the same type of operation means for both the winning effect and the winning branch effect.

In the case of a weak L reach fluctuation, the effect control microcomputer 121 determines the type of operation means associated with the winning effect and the winning branch effect related to the first stage. Further, when the effect control microcomputer 121 has a medium L reach fluctuation, the type of operation means corresponding to the first-stage hit-and-hit effect and the operation means corresponding to the second-stage hit-and-hit effect and the hit-branch effect. Determine the type of. Further, in the case of the strong L reach fluctuation, the effect control microcomputer 121 includes a type of operation means corresponding to the hit-and-hit effect related to the first stage, a type of the operation means to correspond to the hit-and-hit effect related to the second stage, and the like. The type of operation means associated with the winning effect and the winning branch effect related to the third stage is determined.

The effect control microcomputer 121 determines the effect contents of the winning effect and the winning branch effect at each stage of the L reach, that is, the type of the operating means is determined by the operating means type determination. The operation means type determination is performed for each stage of L reach. In the following, the operation means type determination related to the first stage is referred to as "first stage operation means type determination", and the operation means type determination related to the second stage is referred to as "second stage operation means type determination", and the third stage. The operation means type determination according to the above is referred to as "third stage operation means type determination". Therefore, when the effect control microcomputer 121 has a weak L reach fluctuation, the first-stage operation means type determination is performed based on the special figure fluctuation pattern. Further, in the case of the medium L reach fluctuation, the effect control microcomputer 121 performs the first-stage operation means type determination and the second-stage operation means determination based on the special figure fluctuation pattern. Further, when the effect control microcomputer 121 has a strong L reach fluctuation, the first-stage operation means type determination, the second-stage operation means type determination, and the third-stage operation means determination are performed based on the special figure fluctuation pattern. Do.

The first-stage operation means type determination is executed based on the first-stage operation means type determination table. The second-stage operation means type determination is executed based on the second-stage operation means type determination table. The third-stage operating means type determination is executed based on the third-stage operating means type determination table. Each operation means type determination table is provided for each special figure variation pattern. As shown in FIGS. 58 (A) to 58 (C), each of the operation means type (cross button 42k / first effect button 40k / second effect button 41k) is predetermined in each operation means type determination table. It is configured to be selected by selectivity.

Here, according to the first-stage operation means type determination table, the selection rate of the cross-shaped button 42k is remarkably high regardless of the special figure variation pattern. According to the second-stage operation means type determination table, the selection rate of the first effect button 40k is remarkably high regardless of the special figure fluctuation pattern. According to the third-stage operation means type determination table, the selection rate of the second effect button 41k is remarkably high regardless of the special figure fluctuation pattern. Further, regarding the cross button 42k, when compared with the same special figure fluctuation pattern, the selection rate is in the order of the first stage operation means type judgment table> the second stage operation means type judgment table> the third stage operation means type judgment table. Is high. On the other hand, regarding the second effect button 41k, when compared with the same special figure fluctuation pattern, the order of the third stage operation means type determination table> the second stage operation means type determination table> the first stage operation means type determination table. High selection rate.

When all the operation means type determinations for the special figure fluctuation pattern are performed, the effect control microcomputer 121 sets the hit-and-miss effect start command indicating the determination result in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124. The winning effect start command set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124 is transmitted to the image control board 140 by the command transmission process (S4004). When the image control board 140 receives the winning fanning effect start command, the image control board 140 executes the winning fanning effect indicated by the winning fanning effect start command based on the special figure variation effect indicating the effect flow received before that. Further, the image control board 140 continues to start the winning branching effect in response to the end of the winning effect of the final stage related to the L reach.

Further, the effect control microcomputer 121 sets the winning fanning effect start command in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124, and then starts measuring the timing for generating the operation valid period related to the winning branch effect in the special figure variation effect. .. To measure the timing for generating the operation valid period related to the winning branch effect, the winning branch effect start time measurement flag is set in a predetermined area of the effect RAM 124, and the winning branch effect is started after the special figure variation effect is started. It is performed by setting the time until (the start time of the winning branch effect) in the timer for the winning branch effect.

The winning branch effect start time is set in advance in association with the type of L reach, in other words, the special figure fluctuation pattern. This is because the winning branch effect is performed at the final stage of each L reach, and the final stage differs depending on the type of L reach. In the case of a weak L reach fluctuation, the winning branch effect starts with the end of the first stage winning effect, and in the case of a medium L reach fluctuation, the winning effect is completed with the end of the second stage winning effect. When the branching effect starts and the strong L reach fluctuates, the winning branching effect start time is set so that the winning branching effect starts with the end of the third stage winning fanning effect.

Further, the winning branch effect timer is provided in the effect RAM 124, and is subtracted and updated by 1 ms in the timer update process of step S4104 in the 1 ms timer interrupt process. Therefore, when the winning / branching effect start time measurement flag is set, the effect control microcomputer 121 determines, for example, after step S4203 whether or not the winning / branching effect timer is 0, and determines whether or not the winning / branching effect timer is 0. When it is determined that the timer is 0, the winning branch effect start time measurement flag is turned off, and then the measurement of the timing for ending the operation valid period related to the winning branch effect is started. The timing for ending the operation valid period related to the winning branch effect is measured by setting the winning branch effect end time measurement flag in a predetermined area of the effect RAM 124 and setting the winning branch effect end time in the winning branch effect timer. Do.

In the first embodiment, the winning branch effect end time is uniformly set regardless of the type of L reach, and is stored in the effect ROM 123 in association with the special figure variation pattern. In the first embodiment, the end time of the winning branch effect is set to 4 seconds regardless of the type of L reach variation. It should be noted that the winning branch effect end time corresponds to the above-mentioned first operation effective time, second operation effective time, and third operation effective time. That is, the winning branch effect end time is the maximum remaining time at the start of the operation valid period, in other words, after the operation valid period is started, the operation is performed on the operation means that is the target of the operation valid period. If not, it is the elapsed time until the operation validity period ends.

The timer for the winning branch effect when measuring the winning branch effect end time is also subtracted and updated by 1 ms in the timer update process of step S4104 in the 1 ms timer interrupt process. Therefore, when the winning / branching effect end time measurement flag is set, the effect control microcomputer 121 determines, for example, after step S4203, whether or not the winning / branching effect timer is 0, and determines whether or not the winning / branching effect timer is 0. When it is determined that the timer is 0, the winning branch effect end time measurement flag is turned off, that is, the operation valid period of the operating means is terminated according to the elapse of the operation valid end time, and the result of the winning branch effect is displayed. The winning branch effect result notification command that specifies to notify is set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124. Here, a winning branch effect result notification command (big hit winning branch effect notification command) indicating that the jackpot is a big hit is set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124, and if it is a loss fluctuation, it is a loss. The winning branch effect result notification command (missing winning branch effect result notification command) indicating that is set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124. That is, the winning branch effect notification command includes a jackpot winning branch effect notification command in the case of a big hit and a losing winning branch effect notification command in the case of a loss.

Further, the winning branch effect end time measurement flag is associated with the type of operation means (cross button 42k, first effect button 40k, second effect button 41k) whose operation is valid in the winning branch effect. That is, the winning branch effect end time measurement flag includes a winning branch effect end time measurement flag (cross button measurement flag) indicating that the end time is being measured with respect to the operation valid period of the cross button 42k, and the first effect. The winning branch effect end time measurement flag (first effect button measurement flag) indicating that the end time is being measured for the operation valid period of the button 40k, and the end time for the operation valid period of the second effect button 41k. There is a winning branch effect end time measurement flag (second effect button measurement flag) indicating that is being measured. The effect control microcomputer 121 is one of the cross button measurement flag, the first effect button measurement flag, and the second effect button measurement flag, based on the determination result of the operation means type determination in the final stage related to the type of L reach. Set one. Specifically, in the case of a weak L reach fluctuation, the effect control microcomputer 121 sets the winning branch effect end time measurement flag related to the type of operation means indicated by the determination result of the first stage operation means type determination, and sets the middle. If it is an L reach variation, set the winning branch effect end time measurement flag related to the type of operation means indicated by the judgment result of the second stage operation means type determination, and if it is a strong L reach variation, set the third stage operation. Set the winning branch effect end time measurement flag related to the type of operating means indicated by the judgment result of the means type judgment.

Then, when the winning / branching effect end time measurement flag is set, the effect control microcomputer 121 determines whether or not the operation means of the type indicated by the measurement flag has been operated, for example, after step S4203. When the effect control microcomputer 121 determines that the type of operation means indicated by the winning branch effect end time measurement flag has been operated, the effect control microcomputer 121 turns off the winning branch effect end time measurement flag and clears the winning branch effect timer, that is, the said The operation valid period of the operating means is terminated according to the operation, and the winning branch effect result notification command is set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124. Even in this case, the winning branch effect notification command (big hit winning branch effect notification command) indicating that the jackpot is a big hit is set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124, and if it is a loss fluctuation, it is lost. A winning / branching effect result notification command (missing winning / branching effect result notification command) indicating the existence is set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124.

The jackpot winning / winning branching effect notification command or the losing winning / winning branching effect notification command set in the output buffer of the effect RAM 124 is transmitted to the image control board 140 by the command transmission process (S4004). When the image control board 140 receives the jackpot hit / miss branch effect result notification command, the image control board 140 executes the jackpot notification effect for a predetermined time, and then temporarily stops the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 in the manner of indicating the jackpot until the special figure variation effect end process is performed. After executing, the temporary stop display is completely stopped and confirmed. On the other hand, when the image control board 140 receives the loss hit / miss branch effect result notification command, the image control board 140 executes the temporary stop display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 in the manner of showing the reach loss until the special figure variation effect end process is performed, and then the temporary stop display is performed. The stop display is completely stopped and confirmed.

As described above, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the first embodiment, in the winning branch effect which is a branch of whether or not it is a big hit, the operation of the cross button 42k, the first effect button 40k, and the second effect button 41k. An image that encourages the operation of the operation means for which the operation of the means is valid (operation valid period) (operation promotion image: first operation promotion image G34, second operation promotion image G35, third operation promotion) Image G36) is displayed. The display of the operation promotion image constitutes an effect (hereinafter, referred to as "operation effect") for urging the operation of the operation means related to the operation validity period. That is, the winning branch effect is also an operation effect that encourages the operation of the operation means for which the operation is effective in the effect. Therefore, in the case of a big hit, when the operation means of the type promoted by the operation effect is operated in the operation effect, the jackpot notification effect is executed.

In addition, since the winning branch effect constitutes an operation effect, the winning effect that incites whether or not the winning branch effect is executed constitutes an effect that incites whether or not the operation effect is executed. it can. Furthermore, in the winning effect, it is suggested that the final result is that the sliding door image is closed and the winning branch effect is executed, or that the sliding door image is closed or not. Since it is suggested that it will not be executed, it is suggested whether or not the operation effect is executed as a result of the effect after inciting whether or not the winning effect and the winning branch effect are executed (hereinafter, "suggestion"). It can be said that it is "directing").

Then, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the first embodiment, is an operation effect that encourages the operation of the operating means executed in the L reach that suggests that there is a possibility of a jackpot gaming state that is advantageous to the player? A suggestion effect suggesting whether or not to be performed may be executed, and when it is suggested that the operation effect is executed in the suggestion effect, the operation effect is executed, and when the operation means is operated in the operation effect, a big hit When the notification effect is executed and it is suggested that the operation effect is not executed in the suggestion effect, the L reach is continuously developed to the next stage without the operation effect being executed. In a general game machine, it is suggested that the operation effect is executed by a suggestion effect suggesting whether or not the operation effect is executed, and when the operation means is operated in the operation effect, a jackpot notification effect or a notice is given. While the production or chance up is performed, if it is suggested that the operation production is not executed, it will be lost as it is, or the advance to the next production without the advance notice production or chance up, so the operation in the suggestion production It is not desired that it is suggested that the effect is not executed, but if the operation effect is not executed in the suggestion effect, the L reach continues to develop to the next stage, which is novel and surprising to the player. It is possible to provide a certain effect and improve the game entertainment.

In addition, the jackpot expectation is high in the order of weak reach <medium reach <strong reach. That is, as the number of stages related to L reach increases, the degree of expectation of big hit increases. Here, considering that the L reach develops to the next stage when it is suggested that the operation effect (winning branch effect) is not executed in the suggestion effect (winning effect), the operation effect is executed in the suggestion effect. The jackpot expectation is higher when it is suggested that the operation effect is not executed than when it is suggested that the operation effect is performed. As a result, a phenomenon that is reversed from the general suggestion effect that the player expects that the operation effect is not executed in the suggestion effect occurs, so that the suggestion effect is novel. And can be surprising.

Furthermore, as the number of stages related to L reach increases, the jackpot expectation increases, so that the operation effect is performed in the second suggestion effect rather than the case where it is suggested that the operation effect is not executed in the first suggestion effect. The jackpot expectation is higher when it is suggested that it will not be executed. Therefore, it is possible to add sharpness to the suggestion effect and suppress the decrease in the effect of the suggestion effect. In addition, it is suggested that the operation effect is executed in the second suggestion effect, as compared with the case where the operation means is operated in the operation effect executed in the first suggestion effect. The jackpot expectation is higher when the operation means is operated by the operation effect that is executed. Therefore, even if it is suggested to the player that the operation effect is executed in the second suggestion effect, the player can maintain the expectation of a big hit.

Further, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the first embodiment, in the L reach that suggests whether or not the player will be in the jackpot gaming state, which is the turning point of whether or not the jackpot gaming state is reached. The effect is executed, and in the winning branch effect, an operation valid period in which the operation of the operation means (cross button 42k, the first effect button 40k, or the second effect button 41k) is effective occurs, and the operation means is activated in the operation valid period. When it is operated, it suggests whether or not it will be in a big hit game state, and before the winning branching effect, a winning fanning effect suggesting whether or not the winning branching effect is executed is executed, and the winning fanning effect is won. When it is suggested that the branch effect is executed, the winning branch effect is executed, and when the winning effect is executed in the first stage (first stage or the second stage) in the L reach, and the first stage in the L reach. There are times when the winning effect is executed in the second stage (second stage or third stage) after that. Since the winning branch effect is a turning point for whether or not the jackpot game state is reached, the L reach basically ends with the winning branch effect. That is, according to the pachinko gaming machine PY1 of the first embodiment, there are cases where the L reach advances to the first stage and the winning branch effect in which the operation of the operating means is effective is executed, and the L reach starts from the first stage. There is a case where the winning branch effect in which the operation of the operating means is effective is executed by proceeding to the second stage later. Therefore, it is possible to prevent the L-reach from becoming monotonous and prevent the gaming interest from deteriorating.

Further, the pachinko gaming machine PY1 includes a cross button 42k, a first effect button 40k, and a second effect button 41k as operating means. As described above, according to the first-stage operation means type determination table, the selection rate of the cross-shaped button 42k is remarkably high regardless of the special figure variation pattern. According to the second-stage operation means type determination table, the selection rate of the first effect button 40k is remarkably high regardless of the special figure fluctuation pattern. According to the third-stage operation means type determination table, the selection rate of the second effect button 41k is remarkably high regardless of the special figure fluctuation pattern. Then, considering that the jackpot expectation increases as the number of stages of the L reach increases, the type of the operation means for which the operation valid period occurs in the winning branch effect is the cross button 42k <first effect button 40k <second. The jackpot expectation is high, which is suggested by the execution of the winning branch effect in which the operation valid period related to the operation means is executed in the order of the effect buttons 41k. As a result, it is more effective to operate the operating means that is advantageous to the player when the winning branch effect is executed in the second stage after the first stage than when the winning branch effect is executed in the first stage. Periods are likely to occur. Therefore, even if the winning branch effect is not executed in the first stage, the player can maintain the expectation for the jackpot gaming state. Rather, it is possible to increase the expectation for the jackpot game state because the winning branch effect is not executed in the first stage.

Further, since the winning effect in the second stage is executed when it is suggested that the winning branch effect is not executed in the winning effect in the first stage, the winning branch is executed in the winning effect in the first stage. Even if it is suggested that the effect is not executed, the player can maintain the expectation for the jackpot game state. Rather, it is possible to increase the expectation for the jackpot game state by suggesting that the winning branching effect is not executed in the winning fanning effect in the first stage.

In the winning branch effect, the first winning branch effect (display of the first operation promotion image G34) suggesting that the operation valid period related to the cross button 42k has occurred, and the operation valid related to the first effect button 40k. It is suggested that the second hit branch effect (display of the second operation promotion image G35), which suggests that a period has occurred, and the operation valid period related to the second effect button 41k have occurred. There is a winning branch effect (display of the third operation promotion image G36), and the winning fanning effect is a first hitting effect (first sliding door image G31) that suggests whether or not the first winning branching effect is executed. The second hit-and-roll effect (the second hit-and-roll effect) that suggests whether or not the second hit-and-branch effect is executed (the second hit-and-go effect using the second sliding door image G32), and the third hit-and-off branch effect. There is a third hit-and-roll effect that suggests whether or not it will be executed (a hit-and-go effect using the third sliding door image G33), and it is suggested that the first hit-and-go branch effect is executed by the first hit-and-fall effect. If this is done, the first hit-off branching effect is executed, and when it is suggested that the second hit-off branching effect is executed in the second hit-down effect, the second hit-off branching effect is executed, and the third hit-down branching effect is executed. When it is suggested that the third winning branch effect is executed, the third winning branch effect is executed. Therefore, it is possible to make the player excited from the stage of the winning and fanning production, which is the stage before the winning and branching effect.

7. Example of Modification of Pachinko Gaming Machine PY1 Next, an example of modification of the pachinko gaming machine PY1 according to the basic embodiment and the first embodiment will be described below.

In the first embodiment, three operation means of the cross button 42k, the first effect button 40k, and the second effect button 41k are used as the operation means related to the operation effect and the suggestion effect, and two types of these are used. The operation effect and the suggestion effect by the operation means may be executed. In addition, even if a part or all of these three operating means and other types of operating means, or a plurality of other operating means different from these three operating means are used to perform an operation effect and a suggestion effect. good.

Further, in the first embodiment, the hitting effect can be executed a plurality of times in the L reach, but it may be configured to be executed a plurality of times in other reach effects such as SP reach and N reach. Further, not limited to the reach effect, the hit-and-play effect may be configured to be able to be executed a plurality of times in a production that may be in a game state advantageous to a player who does not have a reach or a normal fluctuation.

In addition, the hit-and-miss effect is executed in the special figure change effect based on the special figure change start command based on the special figure change start command including the jackpot judgment result and the special figure change pattern, but is based on other commands. It may be configured to be executed at another execution time. For example, based on the opening command, in the jackpot game production based on the command, the winning fanning effect may be configured to be able to be executed a plurality of times. In this case, if it is suggested that the winning branching effect is executed in the winning fanning effect and the operating means is operated in the executed winning branching effect, for example, a high probability state or a time saving state may be obtained after the jackpot game. An effect of notifying the continuation of the round game or an effect of notifying the continuation of the round game may be performed.

Further, in the first embodiment, in the L reach, when the winning fanning effect is executed a plurality of times, the effect content (type of operating means) of the winning fanning effect each time is determined by an independent determination. Reach type, in other words, for each number of suggestion effects executed in the L reach, multiple patterns (scenarios) of the type of operation means associated with each hit-and-miss effect are set, and the pattern is determined by judgment. You may. Further, in the first embodiment, for example, at the time of the first hitting effect, the winning effect suggesting the first effect button 40k and the second effect button 41k, which have a higher expectation of a big hit than the cross button 42k, is executed. Then, at the time of the second hitting effect, the hitting effect suggesting the cross button 42k may be executed. In addition, at the time of the second hitting effect, the hitting effect suggesting the second effect button 41k, which has a higher expectation of a big hit than the first effect button 40k, is executed, and at the time of the third hitting effect, the third effect is performed. In some cases, a hit-and-miss effect suggesting one effect button 40k may be executed. That is, a so-called "falling down" phenomenon may occur. Therefore, in order to avoid such a phenomenon, for example, when determining the effect content (type of operation means) of the winning fanning effect from the second time onward, the effect content (operating means) of the winning fanning effect immediately before that is determined. It may be regulated so that the production content (type of operation means) exceeds the jackpot expectation degree suggested by the type).

Further, in the first embodiment, in the L reach, the winning fanning effect is executed up to 3 times, but the maximum number of times the winning fanning effect is executed may be 2 times or 4 times or more. Further, in the first embodiment, as the production content of the winning effect, the production mode of the winning effect is composed of a fusuma image suggesting the type of the operating means, and the type of the operating means is directly associated with the winning effect. If it is suggested that the winning branch effect is executed in the winning effect, the winning branch effect is executed in which the operation validity period of the operating means directly associated with the fanning effect is generated. The type of operation means does not have to be directly associated with the fusuma effect. For example, the production mode of the hit-and-play effect may be configured by one type. In addition, the operation means is not displayed on the fusuma image related to the winning effect, and "white", "green", and "red" are provided as the colors of the fusuma image. When it is suggested that the branch effect is executed, the winning branch effect in which the operation validity period of the cross button 42k occurs is most likely to be executed, and if it is "green", the winning branch effect is executed. Is most likely to be the winning branch effect in which the operation validity period of the first effect button 40k occurs when is suggested, and the second effect is when it is suggested that the winning branch effect is executed if it is "red". The possibility of producing a winning branch effect in which the operation valid period of the effect button 41k occurs may be maximized. That is, it may be configured so that the type of the operating means is indirectly associated with the hit-and-miss effect.

Further, the production contents of the L reach (weak L reach, medium L reach, and strong L reach), the winning effect, and the winning branch effect are not limited to the first embodiment and can be changed as appropriate. For example, the first operation promotion image G34 to the third operation promotion image G36 may be used to perform the hitting effect in a form corresponding to the first sliding door image G31 to the third sliding door image G33.

In pachinko game machines such as PY1, variable display of the effect symbols EZ1 to EZ3 is performed using the display unit 50a in order to notify the special figure lottery result, but instead of the image display device, a so-called "rotating drum type game machine" (Slot machine) ”may be arranged, and the special figure lottery result may be notified by variably displaying the drum on which the symbol is displayed.

Further, in the pachinko gaming machine PY1 and the like, the big winning opening 14 can be opened in the big hit game, but a winning area that can be opened in the big hit game may be provided in addition to the big winning opening 14.

Further, in the pachinko gaming machine PY1 or the like, when it is determined to be a specific jackpot symbol type, the game always proceeds in a high probability state after the jackpot game. That is, the setting of the high probability state is associated with the jackpot symbol type. However, the setting conditions of the high probability state may be changed. For example, apart from the big prize device 14D, a second big prize device that can be opened and closed and allows a game ball to enter when opened is provided at a position where the game ball in the game area 6 can reach, and during a big hit game. When the second big winning device is opened in a predetermined round game and the game ball that has entered the second big winning device passes through a specific area provided on the downstream side thereof, a high probability state is reached with the end of the big hit game. May be set.

In this case, for example, a specific jackpot symbol (a jackpot symbol that makes it easy to set a high probability state) that the second big prize device opens for a time (for example, 29.5 seconds) that makes it easy to enter the ball, and a second big prize device wins the ball. A non-specific jackpot symbol (a jackpot symbol that makes it difficult to set a high probability state) that opens for a difficult time (for example, 0.5 seconds) can be provided. In addition, there are a specific area and a non-specific area as areas through which the game ball won in the second big prize device can pass, and a distribution device for distributing the game ball into the specific area and the non-specific area is provided. Then, although the opening time of the second prize-winning device is the same, the jackpot symbol and the high-probability state that make it easy to set the high-probability state can be obtained by combining the opening mode of the second prize-winning device and the operating mode of the sorting device. It is also possible to provide a jackpot symbol that is difficult to set.

Further, in the pachinko gaming machine PY1 and the like, the game control board 100 performs basic control related to the progress of the game, and the effect control board performs basic control related to the progress of the effect according to the progress of the game (control of the game). Although the game control and the effect control are performed on different boards, as in the case of 120, it may be configured to be performed on one board. In this case, the image control board 140 may be included in the one board, or may be provided separately from the one board.

Further, the game machine of the present invention can be applied to other ball game machines such as an arrange ball machine and a sparrow ball game machine, a rotating body type game machine (so-called "slot machine"), and the like.

8. Inventions disclosed in the above-described embodiments The following inventions A to B are disclosed up to the preceding paragraph in this [mode for carrying out the invention]. In the description of Inventions A to B, the names and expressions of the corresponding configurations in the embodiment of the invention described above and the reference numerals used in the drawings are added in parentheses for reference. However, elements such as means constituting each invention are not limited to this appendix. Invention A is a general term for the following inventions A1 to A4, and invention B is a general term for the following inventions B1 to B4.

8-1-1. Invention A1
The gaming machine according to the invention A1
In a gaming machine that may perform a specific effect (L reach) that suggests that there is a possibility of an advantageous gaming state (big hit gaming state, high probability state, time saving state) that is advantageous to the player.
Equipped with an effect execution means (effect control microcomputer 121) capable of executing a predetermined effect,
The effect executing means is
In the specific effect, a suggestion effect (winning effect) suggesting whether or not an operation effect (winning branch effect) that prompts the operation of the operation means (cross button 42k, first effect button 40k, second effect button 41k) is executed is executed. (Direction) may be performed,
When it is suggested that the operation effect is executed in the suggestion effect, the operation effect is executed, and when the operation means is operated in the operation effect, a predetermined effect (big hit notification effect) is executed.
A gaming machine characterized in that when it is suggested that the operation effect is not executed in the suggestion effect, the specific effect continues without the operation effect being executed.

8-1-2. Invention A2
The gaming machine according to the invention A2
A gaming machine according to invention A1.
It is more likely that the advantageous gaming state will occur when it is suggested that the operation effect is not executed by the suggestion effect than when it is suggested that the operation effect is executed by the suggestion effect. A game machine characterized by that.

8-1--3. Invention A3
The gaming machine according to the invention A3
A gaming machine according to invention A2.
When the specific effect is continued, the effect executing means may further execute the suggestion effect.
The advantageous gaming state is obtained when it is suggested that the operation effect is not executed in the second suggestion effect than when it is suggested that the operation effect is not executed in the first suggestion effect. A game machine characterized by a high possibility of becoming.

8-1-4. Invention A4
The gaming machine according to the invention A4
A gaming machine according to the invention A3.
The operation effect is executed in the second suggestion effect as compared with the case where the operation means is operated in the operation effect executed by suggesting that the operation effect is executed in the first suggestion effect. A gaming machine characterized in that it is more likely that the advantageous gaming state will be obtained when the operating means is operated in the operating effect that is suggested and executed.

8-2-1. Invention B1
The gaming machine according to the invention B1
In a gaming machine that may execute a specific effect (L reach) that suggests whether or not an advantageous gaming state (big hit gaming state, high probability state, time saving state) that is advantageous to the player is reached.
In the specific effect, a branch effect (winning branch effect) that serves as a branch point for whether or not the advantageous gaming state is reached is executed.
Equipped with an effect execution means (effect control microcomputer 121) capable of executing a predetermined effect,
The effect executing means is
In the branch effect, when the operation of the operation means (cross button 42k, first effect button 40k, second effect button 41k) generates an effective operation valid period and the operation means is operated during the operation valid period, Suggesting whether or not to enter the advantageous gaming state,
When the branch effect is executed in the first stage of the specific effect, and the branch effect is executed in the second stage after the first stage without executing the branch effect in the first stage of the specific effect. A game machine characterized by having and when to play.

8-2-2. Invention B2
The gaming machine according to the invention B2 is
A gaming machine according to invention B1.
The operating means include a first operating means (cross button 42k, first effect button 40k) and a second operating means (first effect button 40k, second effect button 41k).
When the operation valid period related to the second operating means occurs in the branching effect, the advantageous gaming state is obtained in the branching effect than when the operation valid period related to the first operating means occurs. There is a high probability that it will be suggested
The operation valid period related to the second operating means is more likely to occur for the branching effect when the branching effect is executed in the second stage than when the branching effect is executed in the first stage. A game machine characterized by that.

8-2-3. Invention B3
The gaming machine according to the invention B3
A gaming machine according to invention B2.
It is possible to execute a suggestion effect (winning effect) that suggests whether or not the branch effect is executed.
When it is suggested that the branching effect is executed by the suggestion effect, the branching effect is executed.
The gaming machine characterized in that the suggestion effect in the second stage is executed when it is suggested that the branch effect is not executed in the suggestion effect in the first stage.

8-2-4. Invention B4
The gaming machine according to the invention B4
A gaming machine according to invention B3.
It is suggested that the branch effect includes a first branch effect that suggests that the operation valid period related to the first operating means has occurred, and an operation valid period related to the second operating means. There is a second branch production that is done,
The suggestion effect includes a first suggestion effect that suggests whether or not the first branch effect is executed, and a second suggestion effect that suggests whether or not the second branch effect is executed. ,
It is suggested that the first branch effect is executed when the first suggestion effect suggests that the first branch effect is executed, and that the second suggestion effect executes the second branch effect. A gaming machine characterized in that the second branch effect is executed in the case of

PY1 ... Pachinko game machine 1 ... Game board 11 ... 1st starting port 11a ... 1st starting port sensor 12 ... 2nd starting port 12a ... 2nd starting port sensor 14 ... Grand prize opening 14a ... Large winning port sensor 40 ... 1st Effect button device 40k ... 1st effect button 40a ... 1st effect button sensor 41 ... 2nd effect button device 41k ... 2nd effect button 41a ... 2nd effect button sensor 42 ... Cross button device 42k ... Cross button 42a ... Cross button sensor 50 ... Image display device 50a ... Display 52 ... Speaker 53 ... Frame lamp 55 ... Board movable device 100 ... Game control board 101 ... Game control microcomputer 120 ... Production control board 121 ... Production control microcomputer 140 ... Image control board

Claims (4)

In a gaming machine that may perform a specific effect that suggests that there is a possibility of a favorable gaming state that is advantageous to the player.
Equipped with an effect execution means that can execute a predetermined effect,
The effect executing means is
In the specific effect, a suggestion effect that suggests whether or not an operation effect that prompts the operation of the operation means is executed may be executed.
When it is suggested that the operation effect is executed in the suggestion effect, the operation effect is executed, and when the operation means is operated in the operation effect, the predetermined effect is executed.
A gaming machine characterized in that when it is suggested that the operation effect is not executed in the suggestion effect, the specific effect continues without the operation effect being executed. In the gaming machine according to claim 1,
It is more likely that the advantageous gaming state will occur when it is suggested that the operation effect is not executed by the suggestion effect than when it is suggested that the operation effect is executed by the suggestion effect. A game machine characterized by that. In the gaming machine according to claim 2.
When the specific effect is continued, the effect executing means may further execute the suggestion effect.
The advantageous gaming state is obtained when it is suggested that the operation effect is not executed in the second suggestion effect than when it is suggested that the operation effect is not executed in the first suggestion effect. A game machine characterized by a high possibility of becoming. The gaming machine according to claim 2 or 3.
The operation effect is executed in the second suggestion effect as compared with the case where the operation means is operated in the operation effect executed by suggesting that the operation effect is executed in the first suggestion effect. A gaming machine characterized in that it is more likely that the advantageous gaming state will be obtained when the operating means is operated in the operating effect that is suggested and executed.