JP2021010436A - Game machine - Google Patents

Abstract

To provide a game machine which can suppress reduction in the interest.SOLUTION: A game machine includes special state control means which can control the game state into the special state that is more advantageous to a player than the normal state and different from the advantageous state. There are plural types of periods as periods to be controlled to the special state. The game machine further comprises performance mode control means which can control the game to the first performance mode when controlled to the special state in the first period and can control the game to the second performance mode when controlled to the special state in the second period longer than the first period. The performance mode control means can control the game to the second performance mode after controlling to the first performance mode when controlled to the special state in the second period. The lengths from the control to the first performance mode to the control to the second performance mode are different between a case of being set to the advantageous setting value and a case of being set to the disadvantageous setting value.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 8-29

Description

According to the present invention, it is possible to control an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player, and a disadvantage setting value in which the probability of being controlled in the advantageous state is the first probability, and a second probability that the probability of being controlled in the advantageous state is higher than the first probability. 2 The present invention relates to a gaming machine such as a pachinko machine capable of setting one of a plurality of set values including an advantageous set value which is a probability.

As a game machine, a game ball, which is a game medium, is launched into a game area by a launching device, and when the game ball wins a prize area such as a prize opening provided in the game area, a predetermined number of prize balls are paid out to the player. There is something that can be done. Further, a variable display device capable of variable display (also referred to as “variation”) of the identification information is provided, and when the display result of the variable display of the identification information becomes the specific display result in the variable display device, the gaming state (game). The state of the machine. Therefore, specifically, the state in which the game machine is controlled) is changed to give a predetermined game value to the player (so-called pachinko machine).

Further, after setting a predetermined number of bets for one game on a predetermined game medium, the player operates the start lever to start variable display of the identification information by the variable display device, and the player changes each. By operating the stop button provided corresponding to the display device, the variable display of the identification information is stopped within the range of the maximum delay time predetermined from the operation timing, and the variable display of all the variable display devices is displayed. When a prize is generated according to the display result derived when the game is stopped, a predetermined game medium determined in advance is paid out according to the prize, and a specific prize is generated, the player sets the game state to the predetermined game value. There is something that is configured to give to (so-called slot machine).

The game value means that the state of the variable winning ball device provided in the game area of the game machine becomes an advantageous state for the player who is likely to win a prize, or a state advantageous for the player. It is to generate rights and to be in a state where the conditions for paying out prize balls are easily satisfied.

In the pachinko gaming machine, as a display result of the variable display of the special symbol (identification information) started in the variable display device based on the winning of the game ball in the starting winning opening, a predetermined specific display mode is derived and displayed. If it is done, a "big hit" will occur. The derived display is to finally stop and display the symbol (final stop symbol). When a big hit occurs, for example, the big winning opening opens a predetermined number of times to shift to a big hit game state in which a hit ball is easy to win. Then, in each opening period, when a predetermined number (for example, 10) of the large winning openings are won, the large winning openings are closed. The number of times the large winning opening is opened is fixed to a predetermined number of times (for example, 15 rounds). An opening time (for example, 29 seconds) is determined for each opening, and even if the number of winnings does not reach a predetermined number, the large winning opening is closed when the opening time elapses. Hereinafter, the opening period of each large winning opening may be referred to as a round. In addition, a game in a round may be called a round game.

Further, in the variable display device, symbols other than the symbol that becomes the final stop symbol (for example, the middle symbol among the left, middle, and right symbols) are stopped and shaken in a state of being consistent with a specific display result for a predetermined time. A big hit can occur before the final result is displayed due to movement, enlargement / reduction or deformation, multiple symbols fluctuating synchronously with the same symbol, or the positions of the displayed symbols being swapped. The effect performed in the state where the sex continues (hereinafter, these states are referred to as the reach state) is referred to as the reach effect. In addition, the reach state and its state are referred to as a reach mode. Further, the variable display including the reach effect is called the reach variable display. Then, when the display result of the symbol that is variablely displayed on the variable display device is not a specific display result, it becomes "off" and the variable display state ends. The player plays the game while enjoying how to generate a big hit.

Some such game machines are configured to give notification as if the period until the transition to the normal state is added while suggesting the period until the transition to the normal state in the special state. For example, Patent Document 1 describes that, in a time-saving state, notification is performed so as to suggest a period until the transition to the normal state and an additional period until the transition to the normal state. In addition, there is a configuration in which one of a plurality of set values having different probabilities of being controlled in an advantageous state can be set. For example, Patent Document 2 describes that the effect is performed based on not only the current set value (after the change) but also the set value before and after the change.

Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2014-57617 Japanese Unexamined Patent Publication No. 2010-200902

When the configuration of the gaming machine described in Patent Document 1 is combined with the configuration in which the set value described in Patent Document 2 can be changed, there is a possibility of being controlled in an advantageous state in a special state and a period of time controlled in the special state. The length of the set value will differ depending on the set value, but if you simply combine the configurations and execute the effect, the difference in the set value will be noticeable when it is set to the disadvantageous set value, which will reduce the interest. There is a risk of

Therefore, an object of the present invention is to provide a game machine capable of suppressing a decrease in interest.

In order to achieve the above object, the gaming machine according to the present invention can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a big hit gaming state) that is advantageous to the player, and the probability of being controlled to the advantageous state is the first probability. A plurality of set values including a value (for example, set values 1 to 3) and a second probability (for example, set values 4 to 6) having a higher probability of being controlled to an advantageous state than the first probability. A special state control means capable of setting any of the set values, which is more advantageous to the player than the normal state and can be controlled to a special state (for example, a time saving state) different from the advantageous state. The period controlled to the special state includes, for example, until the maximum number of fluctuations controlled in the time saving state reaches any of 30, 50, and 70 times, or until the next big hit. There are multiple first effect modes (see, 8-12) when controlled to a special state during the first period (eg, until the maximum number of fluctuations reaches any of 30, 50, or 70). For example, it is possible to control to any of the first to fourth normal effect modes), and when it is controlled to a special state of the second period (for example, until the next big hit) longer than the first period, the second effect mode (for example) For example, the effect mode control means that can be controlled in the special effect mode) is further provided, and when the effect mode control means is controlled to the special state of the second period, the effect mode control means controls the first effect mode and then sets the second effect mode. When it is controllable (for example, the portion where the effect control CPU 120 executes the special effect mode transition process; see FIG. 8-30) and is controlled to the special state of the second period, it is set to an advantageous setting value. The ratio of which of the first effect modes of the plurality of types is controlled differs depending on whether the mode is set to the disadvantageous setting value or the setting value (for example, the transition timing is set according to the set value). The determination ratios are different. See FIGS. 8-28 and 8-29).
According to such a configuration, it is possible to suppress the deterioration of the interest while utilizing the feature of the configuration in which the set value can be set, and the degree of expectation regarding the period during which the production mode is continued is suggested by the production mode. Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest.

It is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine in this embodiment. It is a block diagram which shows various control boards and the like mounted on the pachinko game machine. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the game control main processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of timer interrupt processing for game control. It is a flowchart which shows an example of a special symbol process process. It is a flowchart which shows an example of the effect control main processing. It is a flowchart which shows an example of an effect control process process. It is a front view of a pachinko machine. It is a block diagram which shows various control boards and the like mounted on the pachinko game machine. It is a rear perspective view of a pachinko machine. (A) and (B) are diagrams illustrating production control commands. It is explanatory drawing which shows each random number. It is a figure which illustrates the fluctuation pattern. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display result determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display result determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display result determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the display result determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the jackpot type determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the content of each big hit. (A) is an explanatory diagram showing a fluctuation pattern determination table for big hits, and (B) is an explanatory diagram showing a fluctuation pattern determination table for small hits. It is explanatory drawing which shows the variation pattern determination table for detachment. It is a flowchart which shows the start winning prize determination processing. It is a flowchart which shows the random value value determination processing at the time of a prize. It is a flowchart which shows the variable display start setting process. It is a flowchart which shows operation effect decision processing. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the operation effect determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the pre-production decision table. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the jackpot expectation degree by the combination of the pre-effect and the operation effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the occurrence rate of the action effect for each action effect determination table and the pre-effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the advance notice production decision table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the execution example of the pre-effect, the action effect, and the operation effect. It is explanatory drawing which shows the modification of the operation effect determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows the modification of the pre-production decision table. It is a flowchart which shows the effect mode determination process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the content of the effect mode, and an example of the effect mode determination table. It is explanatory drawing which shows an example of the special effect mode transition timing determination table. It is a flowchart which shows the special effect mode transition process. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of each effect mode. It is explanatory drawing which shows the specific example of the effect mode suggestion effect.

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

(Configuration of pachinko gaming machine 1 etc.)
FIG. 1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine 1, showing an arrangement layout of main members. The pachinko gaming machine (gaming machine) 1 is roughly divided into a gaming board (gauge board) 2 constituting the game board surface and a game machine frame (underframe) 3 for supporting and fixing the game board 2. A game area is formed on the game board 2, and a game ball as a game medium is launched from a predetermined ball launching device and is driven into the game area.

A variable display (also referred to as a special figure game) of a special symbol (also referred to as a special figure) as a plurality of types of special identification information is displayed at a predetermined position of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, the right side of the game area). The first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B to be performed are provided. Each of these consists of 7-segment LEDs and the like. The special symbol is represented by a number indicating "0" to "9" or a lighting pattern such as "-". The special symbol may include a pattern in which all the LEDs are turned off.

The "variable display" of the special symbol is, for example, to display a plurality of types of special symbols in a variable manner (the same applies to other symbols described later). Fluctuations include update display of a plurality of symbols, scroll display of a plurality of symbols, deformation of one or more symbols, enlargement / reduction of one or more symbols, and the like. When the special symbol or the ordinary symbol described later is changed, a plurality of types of special symbols or ordinary symbols are updated and displayed. In the variation of the decorative symbols described later, a plurality of types of decorative symbols are scrolled or updated, and one or more decorative symbols are deformed or enlarged / reduced. The variation also includes a mode in which a certain symbol is blinked and displayed. At the end of the variable display, a predetermined special symbol is stopped (also referred to as derivation or derivation display) as a display result (the same applies to the variable display of other symbols described later). In addition, the variable display may be expressed as a variable display or a variable display.

The special symbol variably displayed on the first special symbol display device 4A is also referred to as a "first special symbol", and the special symbol variably displayed on the second special symbol display device 4B is also referred to as a "second special symbol". Further, the special figure game using the first special figure is also referred to as a "first special figure game", and the special figure game using the second special figure is also referred to as a "second special figure game". It should be noted that there may be one type of special symbol display device that performs variable display of the special symbol.

An image display device 5 is provided near the center of the game area on the game board 2. The image display device 5 is composed of, for example, an LCD (liquid crystal display), an organic EL (Electro Luminescence), or the like, and displays various effects images. The image display device 5 may be composed of a projector and a screen. Various effects images are displayed on the image display device 5.

For example, on the screen of the image display device 5, a decorative symbol (a symbol indicating a number or the like) as a plurality of types of decorative identification information different from the special symbol is synchronized with the first special figure game or the second special figure game. Is variable display. Here, in synchronization with the first special figure game or the second special figure game, the decorative symbols are variably displayed (for example, up and down) in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of "left", "middle", and "right". Direction scroll display and update display). It should be noted that the special figure game and the variable display of the decorative pattern that are executed in synchronization are also collectively referred to as simply variable display.

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

The number of variable displays on hold is also called the number of stored items on hold. The number of reserved storages corresponding to the first special figure game is also referred to as the first reserved storage number, and the number of reserved storages corresponding to the second special figure game is also referred to as the second reserved storage number. Further, the total of the first reserved storage number and the second reserved storage number is also referred to as a total reserved storage number.

Further, at a predetermined position of the game board 2, a first hold indicator 25A and a second hold indicator 25B configured to include a plurality of LEDs are provided, and the first hold indicator 25A has the number of LEDs lit. The first hold storage number is displayed, and the second hold display 25B displays the second hold storage number according to the number of LED lights.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The entry of a game ball into each winning opening including the general winning opening 10 is also referred to as "winning". In particular, winning a prize at the starting opening (first starting winning opening, second starting winning opening starting opening) is also referred to as a starting winning.

A normal symbol display 20 is provided at a predetermined position of the game board 2 (in the example shown in FIG. 1, the left side of the game area). As an example, the ordinary symbol display 20 is composed of 7-segment LEDs and the like, and performs variable display of the ordinary symbol as a plurality of types of ordinary identification information different from the special symbol. Ordinary symbols are represented by numbers indicating "0" to "9" and lighting patterns such as "-". The normal symbol may include a pattern in which all the LEDs are turned off. Such a variable display of a normal pattern is also called a normal pattern game.

On the left side of the image display device 5, a passing gate 41 through which a game ball can pass is provided. Based on the fact that the game ball has passed through the passing gate 41, the normal drawing game is executed.

Above the normal symbol display 20, a normal symbol hold display 25C is provided. The normal figure hold indicator 25C is configured to include, for example, four LEDs, and displays the number of normal figure hold storages, which is the number of normal figure games whose execution is held, by the number of LEDs lit.

In addition to the above configuration, the surface of the game board 2 is provided with a windmill that changes the flow direction and speed of the game ball and a large number of obstacle nails. At the bottom of the game area, there is an out opening for taking in a game ball that has not entered any of the winning openings.

Speakers 8L and 8R for reproducing and outputting sound effects and the like are provided at the upper left and right positions of the game machine frame 3, and game effect lamps 9 for game effects are further provided around the game area. ing. The game effect lamp 9 is configured to include an LED.

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

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

At a predetermined position of the game machine frame 3 below the game area, the game balls paid out as prize balls and the game balls rented by the predetermined ball lending machine are held (stored) so as to be able to be supplied to the hitting ball launching device. ) A hit ball supply plate (upper plate) is provided. Below the upper plate, a hit ball supply plate (lower plate) is provided, in which prize balls are paid out when the upper plate is full.

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

A push button 31B is provided at a predetermined position of the gaming machine frame 3 below the gaming area so that the player can perform a predetermined instruction operation by a pressing operation or the like. The operation on the push button 31B is detected by the push sensor 35B (see FIG. 2).

In the pachinko gaming machine 1, a stick controller 31A and a push button 31B are provided as detection means for detecting the movement (operation, etc.) of the player, but detection means other than these may be provided.

(Outline of the progress of the game)
The game ball is launched toward the game area by the rotation operation of the pachinko game machine 1 by the player on the ball striking operation handle 30. When the game ball passes through the passing gate 41, the normal symbol game by the normal symbol display 20 is started. In addition, when the game ball passes through the passing gate 41 during the period during which the previous normal drawing game is being executed (when the game ball has passed through the passing gate 41 but the normal drawing game based on the passage cannot be executed immediately). , The game based on the passage is suspended up to a predetermined upper limit (for example, 4).

In this normal symbol game, if a specific normal symbol (design per normal symbol) is stopped and displayed, the display result of the normal symbol becomes "per normal symbol". On the other hand, if a normal symbol other than the normal symbol (a symbol that is out of the normal symbol) is stopped and displayed as a confirmed normal symbol, the display result of the normal symbol is "out of the normal symbol". When it becomes "per normal drawing", the opening control is performed so that the variable winning ball device 6B is opened for a predetermined period (the second starting winning opening is opened).

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

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

In addition, when the game ball enters (wins) the start winning opening during the period during which the special figure game is being executed or during the period controlled by the big hit game state or the small hit game state described later (the start prize has occurred). If the special figure game based on the start winning cannot be executed immediately), the execution of the special figure game based on the approach is suspended up to a predetermined upper limit (for example, 4).

In the special symbol game, if a specific special symbol (big hit symbol, for example, "7", the actual symbol differs depending on the jackpot type described later) is stopped and displayed as a confirmed special symbol, it becomes a "big hit" and a jackpot symbol. If a predetermined special symbol (small hit symbol, for example, "2") different from the above is stopped and displayed, it becomes "small hit". In addition, if a special symbol (missing symbol, for example, "-") different from the big hit symbol or the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed, it becomes "missing".

After the display result in the special figure game becomes "big hit", it is controlled to the big hit game state as an advantageous state advantageous for the player. After the display result in the special figure game becomes "small hit", it is controlled to the small hit game state.

In the big hit game state, the player can obtain the prize ball by letting the game ball enter the big prize opening. Therefore, the jackpot gaming state is an advantageous state for the player. The larger the number of rounds in the jackpot game state and the longer the opening upper limit period, the more advantageous it is for the player.

A jackpot type is set for "big hit". For example, multiple types of opening modes (number of rounds and opening upper limit period) of the big winning opening and game states after the big hit game state (normal state, time saving state, probability change state, etc., which will be described later) are prepared, and the big hit is made according to these. The type is set. As the jackpot type, a jackpot type in which a large number of prize balls can be obtained or a jackpot type in which a small number of prize balls or almost no prize balls can be obtained may be provided.

In the small hit game state, the large winning opening formed by the special variable winning ball device 7 is opened in a predetermined opening mode. For example, in the small hit game state, the same opening mode as the big hit game state in some big hit types (the number of times the big winning opening is opened is the same as the number of rounds, and the closing timing of the big winning opening is also the same. Etc.), the big winning opening becomes open. As with the big hit type, the small hit type may be provided for the "small hit".

After the jackpot game state is completed, it may be controlled to a time saving state or a probability change state according to the jackpot type.

In the time saving state, control (time saving control) is executed in which the average special figure fluctuation time (period in which the special figure is changed) is shorter than in the normal state. In the time saving state, the average fluctuation time of the normal map (the period during which the normal map is changed) is shortened from the normal state, and the probability of becoming a "normal map hit" in the normal map game is improved from the normal state. Controls (high opening control, high base control) that make it easier for the game ball to enter the second starting winning opening are also executed. The time saving state is a state in which the fluctuation efficiency of the special symbol (particularly the second special symbol) is improved, which is advantageous for the player.

In the probability variation state (probability fluctuation state), in addition to the time saving control, the probability variation control in which the probability that the display result becomes a "big hit" is higher than in the normal state is executed. The probabilistic state is a state that is more advantageous for the player because it is a state in which a “big hit” is likely to occur in addition to improving the fluctuation efficiency of the special symbol.

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

The normal state is a gaming state other than a special state such as an advantageous state such as a big hit gaming state, a time saving state, or a probability change state, which is advantageous for the player, and the display result in the normal drawing game is "normal drawing hit". The pachinko game machine 1 such as the probability and the probability that the display result in the special figure game becomes a "big hit" returns to a predetermined state after the power is turned on, such as the initial setting state of the pachinko game machine 1 (for example, when a system reset is performed). It is in the same controlled state as (when the process is not executed).

The state in which the probability change control is executed is also called a high probability state, and the state in which the probability change control is not executed is also called a low probability state. The state in which the time saving control is executed is also called a high base state, and the state in which the time saving control is not executed is also called a low base state. By combining these, the time saving state is also called the low accuracy high base state, the probability variation state is called the high accuracy high base state, and the normal state is also called the low accuracy low base state. The high accuracy state and the low base state are also called the high accuracy low base state.

After the small hit game state ends, the game state is not changed, and the game state is continuously controlled to the game state before the display result of the special figure game becomes "small hit" (however, "small hit" occurs. If the special figure game at the time is the special figure game of the predetermined number of times in the number of times cut, the game state is naturally changed). It should be noted that there may be no "small hit" as the display result of the special figure game.

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

(Progress of production, etc.)
In the pachinko gaming machine 1, various effects (effects of notifying the progress of the game and enlivening the game) are executed according to the progress of the game. The production will be described below. The effect is performed by displaying various effect images on the image display device 5, and in addition to or instead of the display, audio output from the speakers 8L and 8R and / or the game effect lamp 9 It may be performed by the point or the like / extinguishing, the operation of the movable body 32 or the like.

As an effect executed according to the progress of the game, in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of the "left", "middle", and "right" provided in the image display device 5, the first special figure game or the first 2 In response to the start of the special figure game, the variable display of the decorative pattern is started. At the timing when the display result (also referred to as the finalized special symbol) is stopped and displayed in the first special symbol game or the second special symbol game, the final decorative symbol (combination of three decorative symbols) that is the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol ) Is also displayed (derived) as a stop.

In the period from the start to the end of the variable display of the decorative symbol, the variable display mode of the decorative symbol may be a predetermined reach mode (reach is established). Here, the reach mode is a variable display of a decorative symbol that has not yet been stopped and displayed when the decorative symbol that has been stopped and displayed on the screen of the image display device 5 constitutes a part of the jackpot combination described later. It is a mode in which is continuing.

In addition, the reach effect is executed in response to the above-mentioned reach mode during the variable display of the decorative pattern. In the pachinko gaming machine 1, the ratio of the display result (display result of the special figure game or variable display of the decorative symbol) to be "big hit" (also called big hit reliability or big hit expectation) is determined according to the production mode. Multiple different types of reach effects are performed. Reach production includes, for example, normal reach and super reach, which has a higher hit reliability than normal reach.

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

In the case of a "probability change jackpot" that is controlled to a probability change state after the end of the jackpot game state, an odd number of decorative symbols (for example, "7") are aligned and displayed as a stop, and the probability change state is entered after the end of the jackpot game state. In the case of an uncontrolled "non-probability variable jackpot (normal jackpot)", an even number of decorative symbols (for example, "6") may be aligned and displayed as a stop. In this case, the odd-numbered decorative symbol is also referred to as a probabilistic symbol, and the even-numbered decorative symbol is also referred to as a non-probable variable symbol (normal symbol). After the non-probability pattern is in the reach mode, the promotion effect that finally becomes the "probability jackpot" may be executed.

When the display result of the special figure game is "small hit", the fixed decorative symbol (for example, "for example," "is a predetermined small hit combination as the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol on the screen of the image display device 5. 1 3 5 ”etc.) Is derived (the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern is a“ small hit ”). As an example, the decorative symbols constituting the chance eyes are stopped and displayed on the predetermined effective lines in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of "left", "middle", and "right". In addition, when the display result of the special figure game becomes "big hit" of some big hit types (big hit type of the big hit game state in the same mode as the small hit game state), and when it becomes "small hit". , A common fixed decorative pattern may be derived and displayed.

When the display result of the special figure game is "off", the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is not the reach mode, and the variable display result of the decorative symbol is a fixed decorative symbol of a non-reach combination ("" (Also referred to as "non-reach off") may be stopped and displayed (the display result of the variable display of the decorative pattern may be "non-reach off"). In addition, when the display result is "off", after the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is changed to the reach mode, the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol is a predetermined reach combination that is not a jackpot combination ("reach loss"). The fixed decorative symbol (also referred to as "") may be stopped and displayed (the display result of the variable display of the decorative symbol may be "out of reach").

The effect that the pachinko gaming machine 1 can execute includes displaying the above-mentioned variable display compatible display (hold display or active display). Further, as another effect, for example, a notice effect for notifying the reliability of the jackpot is executed during the variable display of the decorative symbol. The notice effect includes a notice effect that announces the jackpot reliability in the variable display during execution, and a look-ahead advance notice effect that announces the jackpot reliability in the variable display (variable display in which execution is suspended) before execution. As the look-ahead notice effect, an effect of changing the display mode of the variable display compatible display (hold display or active display) to a mode different from the usual mode may be executed.

Further, in the image display device 5, the decorative symbol is temporarily stopped during the variable display of the decorative symbol, and then the variable display is restarted to make one variable display look like a plurality of variable displays in a pseudo manner. The pseudo-continuous production may be executed.

Even during the big hit game state, the big hit middle effect that notifies the big hit game state is executed. As the big hit middle effect, an effect of notifying the number of rounds and a promotion effect indicating that the value of the big hit gaming state is improved may be executed. Further, even during the small hit game state, the small hit medium effect for notifying the small hit game state is executed. It should be noted that the big hit game during the small hit game state and in some big hit types (the big hit type in the big hit game state having the same mode as the small hit game state, for example, the big hit type in which the subsequent game state is a high accuracy state). By executing a common effect depending on the state, the player may not know whether the player is currently in the small hit game state or the big hit game state. In such a case, by executing a common effect after the end of the small hit game state and after the end of the big hit game state, it is not possible to distinguish between the high accuracy state and the low accuracy state. You may.

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

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

The main board 11 is a control board on the main side, and the progress of the above-mentioned game in the pachinko game machine 1 (execution of a special figure game (including management of hold), execution of a normal figure game (including management of hold), and a big hit. It has a function to control a game state, a small hit game state, a game state, etc.). The main board 11 includes a game control microcomputer 100, a switch circuit 110, a solenoid circuit 111, and the like.

The game control microcomputer 100 mounted on the main board 11 is, for example, a one-chip microcomputer, which includes a ROM (Read Only Memory) 101, a RAM (Random Access Memory) 102, and a CPU (Central Processing Unit) 103. , A random number circuit 104 and an I / O (Input / Output port) 105 are provided.

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

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

The I / O 105 includes, for example, an input port into which various signals (detection signals described later) are input, various signals (first special symbol display device 4A, second special symbol display device 4B, ordinary symbol display 20, first hold). It includes an output port for transmitting (a signal for controlling (driving) the display 25A, the second hold display 25B, the normal figure hold display 25C, etc., and a solenoid drive signal).

The switch circuit 110 is a detection signal (a game ball passes or is passed) from various switches for detecting a game ball (gate switch 21, start port switch (first start port switch 22A and second start port switch 22B), count switch 23). It takes in a detection signal indicating that the switch has been turned on by entering and transmits it to the game control microcomputer 100. By transmitting the detection signal, the passage or approach of the game ball is detected.

The solenoid circuit 111 transmits a solenoid drive signal (for example, a signal for turning on the solenoid 81 or the solenoid 82) from the game control microcomputer 100 to the solenoid 81 for an ordinary electric accessory or the solenoid 82 for a prize-winning door. To transmit.

The main board 11 (microcomputer 100 for game control) issues an effect control command (a command for designating (notifying) the progress of the game) according to the progress of the game as a part of controlling the progress of the game. Supply to 12. The effect control command output from the main board 11 is relayed by the relay board 15 and supplied to the effect control board 12. The effect control command includes, for example, various determination results on the main board 11 (for example, a display result of a special figure game (including a jackpot type)) and a variation pattern used when executing a special figure game (details will be described later). )), The game status (for example, the start and end of the variable display, the opening status of the large winning opening, the occurrence of winning, the number of stored memories, the game status), the command for specifying the occurrence of an error, and the like are included.

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

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

The effect control CPU 120 is a process for executing the effect together with the display control unit 123 by executing the program stored in the ROM 121 (a process for realizing the above-mentioned function of the effect control board 12, and the effect to be executed). (Including the decision etc.). At this time, various data (data such as various tables) stored in the ROM 121 are used, and the RAM 122 is used as the main memory.

The effect control CPU 120 displays the execution of the effect based on the detection signal from the controller sensor unit 35A or the push sensor 35B (a signal output when an operation by the player is detected and an appropriate signal indicating the operation content). It may also instruct the control unit 123.

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

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

The voice control board 13 is equipped with various circuits for driving the speakers 8L and 8R, drives the speakers 8L and 8R based on the sound designation signal, and outputs the sound designated by the sound designation signal from the speakers 8L and 8R. Let me.

The lamp control board 14 is equipped with various circuits for driving the game effect lamp 9, drives the game effect lamp 9 based on the lamp signal, and turns on / off the game effect lamp 9 in a mode designated by the lamp signal. To do. In this way, the display control unit 123 controls the audio output and the lighting / extinguishing of the lamp.

The effect control CPU 120 executes audio output, lamp lighting / extinguishing control (sound designation signal, lamp signal supply, etc.), and movable body 32 control (signal supply for operating the movable body 32, etc.). You may do so.

The random number circuit 124 updatablely counts numerical data indicating various random number values (random numbers for effect) used to execute various effects. The effect random number may be one that is updated (updated by software) when the effect control CPU 120 executes a predetermined computer program.

The I / O 125 mounted on the effect control board 12 is for transmitting various signals (video signal, sound designation signal, lamp signal) and an input port for taking in the effect control command transmitted from, for example, the main board 11. It is configured to include the output port of.

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

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

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

In the game control main process shown in FIG. 3, the CPU 103 first sets interrupt prohibition (step S1). Subsequently, necessary initial settings are made (step S2). The initial settings include stack pointer settings, register settings for built-in devices (CTC (counter / timer circuit), parallel input / output ports, etc.), settings for making the RAM 102 accessible, and the like.

Next, it is determined whether or not the output signal from the clear switch is ON (step S3). The clear switch is mounted on the power supply board, for example. When the power is turned on with the clear switch turned on, an output signal (clear signal) is input to the game control microcomputer 100 via the input port. When the output signal from the clear switch is on (step S3; Yes), the initialization process (step S8) is executed. In the initialization process, the CPU 103 performs a RAM clear process for clearing the flags, counters, and buffers stored in the RAM 102, and sets initial values in the work area.

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

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

When the backup data is stored in the RAM 102 (step S4; Yes), the CPU 103 checks the data of the backed up data (used by using an error detection code) and determines whether or not the data is normal (step). S5). In step S5, for example, it is determined by the parity bit or the checksum whether or not the data in the RAM 102 matches the data when the power supply is stopped. When it is determined that these match, it is determined that the data in the RAM 102 is normal.

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

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

Then, the CPU 103 transmits an effect control command instructing recovery from the power failure to the effect control board 12 (step S7). In accordance with this, an effect control command that specifies the game state before the power failure that is backed up, and an effect control that specifies the display result of the special figure game that is being executed when the special figure game is being executed. You may want to send a command. For these commands, the same commands that are set to be transmitted in the special symbol process processing described later can be used. When the effect control CPU 120 receives the effect control command that specifies the time of recovery from the power failure, the image display device 5, for example, notifies that the image display device 5 has recovered from the power failure or is recovering from the power failure. Display the screen to do so. The effect control CPU 120 may display an appropriate screen based on the effect control command.

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

When the CPU 103 that has executed the game control main process receives the interrupt request signal from the CTC and receives the interrupt request, the CPU 103 executes the game control timer interrupt process shown in the flowchart of FIG. When the game control timer interrupt process shown in FIG. 4 is started, the CPU 103 first executes a predetermined switch process to perform the gate switch 21, the first start port switch 22A, and the second start port via the switch circuit 110. It is determined whether or not detection signals are received from various switches such as the switch 22B and the count switch 23 (step S21). Subsequently, by executing a predetermined main-side error process, an abnormality diagnosis of the pachinko gaming machine 1 is performed, and a warning can be generated if necessary according to the diagnosis result (step S22). After that, by executing a predetermined information output process, for example, the jackpot information (information indicating the number of times the jackpot has occurred) and the start information (starting) supplied to the hall management computer installed outside the pachinko gaming machine 1. Data such as information indicating the number of times of winning (information indicating the number of times of winning, etc.) and probability fluctuation information (information indicating the number of times of probability change state, etc.) are output (step S23).

Following the information output process, a game random number update process for updating at least a part of the game random numbers used on the main board 11 side by software is executed (step S24). After that, the CPU 103 executes the special symbol process process (step S25). By executing the special symbol process process for each timer interrupt by the CPU 103, it is possible to manage the execution and hold of the special symbol game, control the big hit game state and the small hit game state, control the game state, and the like (for details, see See below).

Following the special symbol process processing, the normal symbol process processing is executed (step S26). By executing the normal symbol process processing for each timer interrupt, the CPU 103 manages the execution and hold of the normal figure game based on the detection signal from the gate switch 21 (based on the passing of the game ball through the passing gate 41). It enables opening control of the variable winning ball device 6B based on "per-figure". The execution of the normal figure game is performed by driving the normal symbol display 20, and the number of normal figure reservations is displayed by turning on the normal figure hold display 25C.

After executing the normal symbol process process, as a part of the game control timer interrupt process, a process when a power failure occurs, a process for paying out a prize ball, and the like may be performed. After that, the CPU 103 executes the command control process (step S27). The CPU 103 may send and set an effect control command in each of the above processes. In the command control process of step S27, a process of transmitting the effect control command set for transmission to a control board on the sub side such as the effect control board 12 is performed. After executing the command control process, the interrupt is permitted and then the game control timer interrupt process is terminated.

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

In the start winning determination process, a process of detecting the occurrence of a start winning, storing the hold information in a predetermined area of the RAM 102, and updating the hold storage number is executed. When the start winning is generated, the display result (including the jackpot type) and the random value for determining the fluctuation pattern are extracted and stored as hold information. Further, a process of pre-reading and determining a display result or a fluctuation pattern may be executed based on the extracted random number value. After the hold information and the number of hold storages are stored, the transmission setting for transmitting the effect control command for designating the determination result such as the occurrence of the start winning prize, the number of hold storages, and the look-ahead determination is made on the effect control board 12. .. The effect control command at the time of starting winning, which is set to be transmitted in this way, is executed from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by, for example, executing the command control process in step S27 shown in FIG. 4 after the special symbol process process is completed. Is transmitted to.

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

The special symbol normal processing in step S110 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “0” (initial value). In this special symbol normal processing, it is determined whether or not to start the first special figure game or the second special figure game based on the presence or absence of the pending information. In addition, in the special symbol normal processing, whether or not the display result of the special symbol or decorative symbol is set to "big hit" or "small hit" based on the random value for determining the display result, and the big hit type when it is set to "big hit". Is determined (predetermined) before the display result is derived and displayed. Further, in the special symbol normal processing, a fixed special symbol (either a big hit symbol, a small hit symbol, or an outlier symbol) to be stopped and displayed in the special symbol game is set according to the determined display result. After that, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "1", and the special symbol normal processing ends. It should be noted that the special figure game using the second special figure may be executed with priority over the special figure game using the first special figure (also referred to as special figure 2 priority digestion). Further, the winning order of the game balls to the first starting winning opening and the second starting winning opening may be memorized, and the starting condition of the special figure game may be satisfied in the winning order (also referred to as winning order digestion).

When making various determinations based on the random number value, various tables stored in the ROM 101 (a table in which the determination value to be compared with the random number value is assigned to the determination result) are referred to. The same applies to other decisions on the main board 11 and various decisions on the effect control board 12. In the effect control board 12, various tables are stored in the ROM 121.

The variation pattern setting process in step S111 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “1”. In this fluctuation pattern setting process, one of a plurality of types of fluctuation patterns is used by using a random value for determining the fluctuation pattern based on a preliminary determination result of whether or not the display result is a "big hit" or a "small hit". The process of deciding on is included. In the variation pattern setting process, when the variation pattern is determined, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "2", and the variation pattern setting process ends.

The fluctuation pattern includes the execution time of the special symbol game (special symbol fluctuation time) (which is also the execution time of the variable display of the decorative symbol), the mode of the variable display of the decorative symbol (presence or absence of reach, etc.), and the variable display of the decorative symbol. The content of the effect (type of reach effect, etc.) is specified, and it is also called a variable display pattern.

The special symbol variation process in step S112 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “2”. In this special symbol change processing, the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B are set to change the special symbol, and the elapsed time from the start of the change of the special symbol. It includes processing to measure. In addition, it is also determined whether or not the measured elapsed time has reached the special figure fluctuation time corresponding to the fluctuation pattern. Then, when the elapsed time from the start of the special symbol variation reaches the special symbol variation time, the value of the special symbol process flag is updated to "3", and the special symbol variation process ends.

The special symbol stop process in step S113 is executed when the value of the special symbol process flag is “3”. In this special symbol stop process, the first special symbol display device 4A and the second special symbol display device 4B stop the fluctuation of the special symbol, and stop display (derive) the confirmed special symbol that is the display result of the special symbol. Includes processing to make settings for. Then, when the display result is "big hit", the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "4". On the other hand, when the big hit flag is off and the display result is "small hit", the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "8". If the display result is "off", the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "0". When the display result is "small hit" or "missing", the game state is also updated when the time saving state or the probability change state is controlled and the end of the number of cuts is established. When the value of the special symbol process flag is updated, the special symbol stop processing ends.

The jackpot release preprocessing in step S114 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “4”. This big hit pre-opening process includes a process of setting to open the big winning opening by starting the execution of the round in the big hit game state based on the display result being "big hit". It has been. When the large winning opening is opened, a process of supplying a solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the large winning opening door is executed. At this time, for example, the open upper limit period for keeping the big winning opening in the open state and the upper limit execution number of rounds are set according to which type of jackpot is used. When these settings are completed, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "5", and the jackpot release preprocessing ends.

The process of opening the jackpot in step S115 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “5”. In this process during opening of the big hit, the process of measuring the elapsed time since the large winning opening is opened, the measured elapsed time, the number of game balls detected by the count switch 23, and the like are used as the basis for the large winning opening. It includes a process of determining whether or not it is time to return the device from the open state to the closed state. Then, when the large winning opening is returned to the closed state, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "6" after executing a process of stopping the supply of the solenoid drive signal to the solenoid 82 for the large winning opening door. Ends processing while the jackpot is open.

The post-processing after opening the jackpot in step S116 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “6”. In this post-opening process of the jackpot, a process of determining whether or not the number of executions of the round that opens the jackpot has reached the set upper limit execution number, and a jackpot game state when the upper limit execution number is reached. It includes processing to make settings to terminate. Then, when the number of round executions has not reached the upper limit, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "5", while when the number of round executions reaches the upper limit, the special figure process flag is set. The value is updated to "7". When the value of the special figure process flag is updated, the post-launch processing is completed.

The jackpot end processing of step S117 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “7”. In this jackpot end process, there is a process of waiting until the waiting time corresponding to the period in which the ending effect as an effect action for notifying the end of the jackpot game state is executed, and a probability change corresponding to the end of the jackpot game state. It includes processing to make various settings to start control and time reduction control. When such a setting is made, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "0", and the jackpot end processing ends.

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

The small hit opening process in step S119 is executed when the value of the special figure process flag is “9”. In this small hit opening process, it is the timing to measure the elapsed time from the opening state of the big winning opening and to return the big winning opening from the open state to the closed state based on the measured elapsed time. It includes processing to determine whether or not it is. When the big winning opening is returned to the closed state and the end timing of the small hit game state is reached, the value of the special figure process flag is updated to "10", and the processing during the small hit opening process ends.

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

(Main operation of the effect control board 12)
Next, the main operation of the effect control board 12 will be described. When the effect control board 12 receives the power supply voltage from the power source board or the like, the effect control CPU 120 is activated to execute the effect control main process as shown in the flowchart of FIG. When the effect control main process shown in FIG. 6 is started, the effect control CPU 120 first executes a predetermined initialization process (step S71) to clear the RAM 122, set various initial values, and press the effect control board 12. Set the registers of the mounted CTC (counter / timer circuit). In addition, the initial operation control process is executed (step S72). In the initial operation control process, control for performing the initial operation of the movable body 32, such as control for driving the movable body 32 to return to the initial position and control for confirming a predetermined operation, is executed.

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

Further, on the side of the effect control board 12, an interrupt for receiving the effect control command from the main board 11 is generated in addition to the timer interrupt that is generated every time a predetermined time elapses. This interrupt is, for example, an interrupt generated when the effect control INT signal from the main board 11 is turned on. When an interrupt occurs due to the effect control INT signal being turned on, the effect control CPU 120 automatically sets interrupt disabled, but if a CPU that is not automatically interrupt disabled is used, an interrupt occurs. It is desirable to issue a prohibition order (DI instruction). The effect control CPU 120 executes, for example, a predetermined command reception interrupt process in response to an interrupt caused by the effect control INT signal being turned on. In this command reception interrupt process, among the input ports included in the I / O 125, the effect control command is taken in from a predetermined input port that receives the control signal transmitted from the main board 11 via the relay board 15. The effect control command captured at this time is stored in, for example, the effect control command reception buffer provided in the RAM 122. After that, the effect control CPU 120 sets the interrupt enable, and then ends the command reception interrupt process.

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

After executing the command analysis process in step S75, the effect control process process is executed (step S76). In the effect control process processing, for example, an effect image display operation in the display area of the image display device 5, an audio output operation from the speakers 8L and 8R, a lighting operation in a decorative light emitting body such as a game effect lamp 9 and a decorative LED, and a movable body 32. Controls are performed to operate various production devices such as the driving operation of the LED. In addition, the control content of the effect operation using various effect devices is determined, determined, set, and the like according to the effect control command and the like transmitted from the main board 11.

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

FIG. 7 is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed in step S76 of FIG. 6 as the effect control process process. In the effect control process process shown in FIG. 7, the effect control CPU 120 first executes the lookahead advance notice setting process (step S161). In the look-ahead advance notice setting process, for example, determination, determination, and setting for executing the look-ahead advance notice effect are performed based on the effect control command at the time of starting winning, which is transmitted from the main board 11. In addition, a process for displaying the hold display is executed based on the number of hold storages specified from the effect control command.

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

The variable display start waiting process in step S170 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “0” (initial value). This variable display start waiting process is a process of determining whether or not to start the variable display of the decorative symbol on the image display device 5 based on whether or not a command for designating the start of the variable display is received from the main board 11. Etc. are included. When it is determined to start the variable display of the decorative symbol on the image display device 5, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "1", and the variable display start waiting process is terminated.

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

The variable display effect process in step S172 is a process executed when the value of the effect process flag is “2”. In this variable display effect processing, the effect control CPU 120 instructs the display control unit 123 to display the effect image based on the effect control pattern set in step S171 on the display screen of the image display device 5. , Driving the movable body 32, outputting voice and sound effect from the speakers 8L and 8R by outputting the command (sound effect signal) to the voice control board 13, and commanding the lamp control board 14 (illumination signal). Various effect controls are executed during the variable display of the decorative pattern, such as turning on / off / blinking the game effect lamp 9 and the decorative LED according to the output. After performing such effect control, for example, an end code indicating the end of variable display of the decorative symbol is read from the effect control pattern, or a command is received from the main board 11 to specify that the fixed decorative symbol is to be stopped and displayed. In response to what has been done, the final decorative symbol that is the display result of the decorative symbol is stopped and displayed. When the fixed decorative symbol is stopped and displayed, the value of the effect process flag is updated to "3", and the effect process during variable display ends.

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

The small hit medium effect process in step S174 is a process executed when the value of the effect control process flag is “4”. In this small hit medium effect process, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern or the like corresponding to the effect content in the small hit game state, and executes various effect controls in the small hit game state based on the set content. .. Further, in the small hit middle effect processing, for example, in response to receiving a command from the main board 11 to specify that the small hit game state is terminated, the value of the effect process flag is set to a value corresponding to the small hit end effect. Update to a certain "5" and end the small hit medium production process.

The small hit end effect process in step S175 is a process executed when the value of the effect control process flag is “5”. In this small hit end effect process, the effect control CPU 120 sets, for example, an effect control pattern or the like corresponding to the end of the small hit game state, and various effect controls at the end of the small hit game state based on the setting contents. To execute. After that, the value of the effect process flag is updated to the initial value "0", and the small hit end effect process is terminated.

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

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

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

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

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

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

The program and data for realizing the present invention are not limited to the form of being distributed and provided by the detachable recording medium to the computer device included in the pachinko gaming machine 1, and the computer device and the like in advance. It may take the form of being distributed by installing it in the storage device of the. Further, the program and data for realizing the present invention are distributed by downloading from another device on the network connected via the communication line or the like by providing the communication processing unit. It doesn't matter.

The execution mode of the game is not limited to the one executed by attaching a detachable recording medium, but can be executed by temporarily storing the program and data downloaded via the communication line or the like in the internal memory or the like. It may be executed directly using the hardware resources of other devices on the network connected via a communication line or the like. Further, the game can be executed by exchanging data with another computer device or the like via a network.

In addition, in this specification, one of the expressions for comparison of various ratios such as the execution ratio of the production (expressions such as "high", "low", and "differentiate") is "0%". It may be included. For example, one may have a proportion of "0%" and the other may have a proportion of "100%" or less than "100%".
(Explanation of feature 043IW)

Next, the game machine in the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 8-1 to 8-26.

First, FIG. 8-1 is a front view of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment, and shows the layout of the main members. As shown in FIGS. 8-1 and 8-3, the pachinko gaming machine (gaming machine) 1 is roughly classified into an outer frame 208SG001a formed in a vertically long square frame shape and a gaming board (gauge) constituting the game board surface. It is composed of a board) 2 and a game machine frame (underframe) 208SG003 that supports and fixes the game board 2. A game area is formed on the game board 2, and a game ball as a game medium is launched from a predetermined ball launching device and is driven into the game area. Further, in the game machine frame 208SG003, between the door opening position where the glass door frame 208SG003a having a glass window opens the front surface of the game machine frame 208SG003 with the left side as the center and the door closing position which closes the front surface. It is rotatably provided, and the game area can be opened and closed by the glass door frame 208SG003a, and when the glass door frame 208SG003a is closed, the game area can be seen through the glass window.

In addition, the game machine frame 208SG003 can be opened by inserting a door key owned by a game machine clerk or the like into a lock (not shown) and unlocking it, and players other than the clerk can open the game machine frame 208SG003 and glass. The door frame 208SG003a cannot be opened.

The left game area 208SG002L is a game area in which the (left-handed) game ball launched relatively weakly by the operation of the hitting operation handle 30 flows down, and the right game area 208SG002R is the left game area 208SG002L by the operation of the ball hitting operation handle 30. This is a game area in which a (right-handed) game ball launched more strongly than the game ball flowing down passes through the upper path 208SG002C of the image display device 5 and flows down.

Further, a general winning opening 10 is arranged in the left game area 208SG002L, and in the right game area 208SG002R, a passing gate 41, a variable winning ball device 6B, and a general winning ball device 6B are arranged from the upstream side to the downstream side of the right game area 208SG002R. A winning opening 10 and a special variable winning ball device 7 are arranged. That is, the game ball flowing down the left game area 208SG002L can win a prize in the first starting winning hole formed by the general winning opening 10 and the winning ball device 6A, and the game ball flowing down the right game area 208SG002R is variable. It is possible to win a prize in the second starting winning opening formed by the winning ball device 6B, the general winning opening 10, and the large winning opening formed by the special variable winning ball device 7, and it is possible to pass through the passing gate 41.

As shown in FIG. 8-1, a plurality of obstacle nails 208SGK1 are arranged between the winning ball device 6A, the variable winning ball device 6B, and the special variable winning ball device 7. Therefore, the game ball flowing down the left game area 208SG002L cannot win the second start winning opening or the large winning opening, and the game ball flowing down the right game area 208SG002R cannot win the first starting winning opening. It has become.

As shown in FIGS. 8-2 and 8-3, the main substrate 11 in the feature portion 043IW of the present embodiment is housed in the substrate case 208SG201 which is configured to be openable by the first member and the second member. It is mounted on the back of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the state. Further, on the main board 11, a lock switch 208SG051 for switching the set value of the pachinko gaming machine 1 to a changeable set value change state, a jackpot winning probability (ball output rate) described later in the set value change state, and the like are used. A setting changeover switch 208SG052 that functions as a setting switch for changing a set value, and an open sensor 208SG090 that detects the opening of the gaming machine frame 208SG003 are provided. The set value change state in the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment is also a state in which a clerk of the game hall or the like can confirm the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 (set value confirmation state).

The setting switching main body unit provided with the operation unit that can be operated by the player such as the lock switch 208SG051 and the setting changeover switch 208SG052 is housed in the board case 208SG201 together with the main board 11, and the lock switch 208SG051 and the setting changeover switch 208SG052. Is exposed to the back side through an opening formed in the back surface of the substrate case 208SG201 so that it can be operated without opening the substrate case 208SG201.

Since the board case 208SG201 having the lock switch 208SG051 and the setting changeover switch 208SG052 is provided on the back surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1, it is extremely difficult to operate the gaming machine frame 208SG003 in the closed state, and a predetermined door key is pressed. It can be operated by opening the gaming machine frame 208SG003. Further, since the lock switch 208SG051 requires the operation of the setting key owned by the clerk of the amusement park or the like, only the clerk who possesses the setting key can operate the lock switch 208SG051. Further, the lock switch 208SG051 is also a switch capable of executing an ON / OFF switching operation described later by using a setting key. Although the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment illustrates a mode in which the door key and the setting key are separate keys, one key may be used in combination.

Further, in the substrate case 208SG201, a display monitor 208SG029 capable of displaying a set value and a base value described later is arranged. The display monitor 208SG029 is connected to the main board 11 and is arranged on the upper part of the board case 208SG201. That is, the display monitor 208SG029 is arranged in front of the main board 11 in the board case 208SG201 when visually recognizing it. Since the main board 11 cannot be visually recognized when the gaming machine frame 208SG003 is not opened, the front surface when the main board 11 is visually recognized is the back surface side of the gaming board 2 when the gaming machine frame 208SG003 is opened. This is the front when visually recognizing, and is different from the front of the pachinko gaming machine 1. However, the front surface when the main board 11 is visually recognized and the front surface of the pachinko gaming machine 1 may be common.

In the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature unit 043IW, if the lock switch 208SG051 and the release sensor 208SG09 are turned on when the power is turned on, the set value is changed and the set value is displayed on the display monitor 208SG029. Is displayed. At this time, by operating the setting changeover switch 208SG052, the numerical value (set value) displayed on the display monitor 208SG029 can be updated and displayed.

Then, by turning off the lock switch 208SG051 while any numerical value from 1 to 6 is displayed on the display monitor 208SG029, the numerical value displayed on the display monitor 208SG029 is set as a new set value. To. When the pachinko gaming machine 1 is started, the CPU 103 sends a setting value designation command, which will be described later, to the effect control board 12 regardless of whether or not a new setting value is set (set). By doing so, the effect control CPU 120 can specify the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 from the set value designation command.

Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-1 and 8-2, the pachinko gaming machine 1 has a predetermined position (for example, a lower left position of the gaming area) of the pachinko gaming machine 1 in the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment. 1 First special symbol display device 208SG004A capable of variable display of 1 special figure, 2nd special symbol display device 208SG004B capable of executing variable display of 2nd special figure, 1st hold display capable of displaying 1st hold storage number Device 208SG025A, 2nd hold indicator 208SG025B capable of displaying the 2nd hold storage number, normal symbol display 208SG020 capable of executing variable display of the normal symbol, normal figure hold indicator 208SG025C capable of displaying the normal symbol hold storage number, In the game state where the round display 208SG131 that can display the number of rounds (big hit type) of the big hit game during the big hit game, the game ball such as the high base state (time saving state) or the big hit game state is launched toward the right game area 208SG002R. A game information display unit 208SG200 is provided in which a right-handed lamp 208SG 132 that lights up, a probability variation lamp 208SG 133 that lights up in the probability variation state, and a time reduction lamp 208SG 134 that lights up in the high base state (time reduction state) are collectively arranged.

The first special symbol display device 208SG004A and the second special symbol display device 208SG004B are each composed of 8-segment LEDs. Further, in the first special symbol display device 208SG004A and the second special symbol display device 208SG004B, when the variable display result of the special symbol is out of place or a small hit, the variable display result can be derived and displayed by a common combination. ing.

In the case where the variable display result is a big hit in the variable display of the first special symbol, the first special symbol display device 208SG004A has a variable display result with two types of big hit symbols (combination of lit LEDs) for each big hit type. Derived display is possible. Further, in the case where the variable display result is a big hit in the variable display of the second special symbol, the second special symbol display device 208SG004B is variablely displayed by two kinds of big hit symbols (combination of lit LEDs) for each big hit type. The results can be derived and displayed.

In the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment, the jackpot symbols that can be derived and displayed by the first special symbol display device 208SG004A and the second special symbol display device 208SG004B are all different, but the first special symbol display device 208SG004A At least a part of the jackpot symbol that can be derived and displayed in the above and the jackpot symbol that can be derived and displayed by the second special symbol display device 208SG004B may overlap.

In the first hold indicator 208SG025A and the second hold indicator 208SG025B, LEDs of four segments are arranged in parallel in the left-right direction. In these first hold indicator 208SG025A and second hold indicator 208SG025B, if the number of hold storage is one, only the LED at the left end lights up, and each time the number of hold storage increases, it is the second from the left. The third LED from the left and the fourth LED from the left light up in sequence. Then, each time the variable display is executed, the LED on the hold display corresponding to the variable display is set in a predetermined shift direction (characteristic of the present embodiment) in response to the decrease (consumption) of the hold memory. In part 043IW, the lights are turned off toward the left).

In the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment, when both the first special figure holding memory and the second special figure holding storage exist, the variable display based on the second special figure holding storage is preferentially executed. It has become like. Therefore, for example, when there is one first special figure hold memory and two second special figure hold memories (only the LED at the left end of the first hold indicator 208SG025A is lit and the second hold is held. (When the two LEDs on the left of the display 208SG25B are lit), the first special figure hold is held after the second special figure hold memory becomes 0 by executing the variable display based on the second special figure hold memory. Variable display based on memory is executed.

Further, the round display 208SG131 is composed of five segments (LEDs). As the jackpot types in the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment, a total of three jackpot types are provided: a jackpot A which is a 5-round jackpot, a jackpot B which is a 10-round jackpot, and a jackpot C which is a 15-round jackpot. Therefore, which segment of the segments constituting the round display 208SG131 is lit differs depending on the jackpot type.

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

The effect control board 12 in the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment includes a first movable body 208SG321 and a second movable body 208SG322 that can operate between the origin position and the effect position during variable display and the like. The origin detection sensor 208SG331 that can detect that the 1 movable body 208SG321 is located at the origin position of the first movable body 208SG321 and the second movable body 208SG322 are located at the origin position of the second movable body 208SG322. The origin detection sensor 208SG332 capable of detecting this is connected to the origin detection sensor 208SG332.

FIG. 8-4 (A) is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the contents of the effect control command used in the feature unit 043IW in the present embodiment. The effect control command has, for example, a 2-byte structure, the first byte represents MODE (command classification), and the second byte represents EXT (command type). The first bit (bit 7) of the MODE data is always set to "1", and the first bit of the EXT data is set to "0". The command form shown in FIG. 8-4 (A) is an example, and other command forms may be used. Further, in this example, the control command is composed of two control signals, but the number of control signals constituting the control command may be one or a plurality of three or more.

In the example shown in FIG. 8-4 (A), the command 8001H is the first variable display start command for designating the start of the variable display in the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 208SG004A. .. The command 8002H is a second variable display start command for designating the start of the variable display in the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 208SG004B. The command 81XXH is a decoration that is variably displayed in each of the "left", "middle", and "right" decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R in the image display device 5 in response to the variable display of the special symbol in the special symbol game. This is a fluctuation pattern specification command that specifies a fluctuation pattern (fluctuation time) such as a symbol. Here, XXH indicates that it is an unspecified hexadecimal number, and may be a value arbitrarily set according to the content of instruction by the effect control command. In the variation pattern specification command, different EXT data is set according to the variation pattern to be specified.

The command 8CXXXH is a variable display result notification command, and is an effect control command for designating a variable display result such as a special symbol or a decorative symbol. In the variable display result notification command, for example, as shown in FIG. 8-4 (B), the determination result (predetermined result) of whether the variable display result is "missing", "big hit", or "small hit". ) Or, different EXT data are set according to the determination result (big hit type determination result) of which of a plurality of types the jackpot type is set when the variable display result is "big hit".

In the variable display result notification command, for example, as shown in FIG. 8-4 (B), the command 8C00H is a first variable display result designation command indicating a predetermined result indicating that the variable display result is “missing”. The command 8C01H is a second variable display result designation command for notifying the pre-determined result that the variable display result is "big hit" and the big hit type is "big hit A" and the big hit type determination result. The command 8C02H is a third variable display result designation command for notifying the pre-determined result that the variable display result is "big hit" and the big hit type is "big hit B" and the big hit type determination result. The command 8C03H is a fourth variable display result designation command for notifying the pre-determined result that the variable display result is "big hit" and the big hit type is "big hit C" and the big hit type determination result. The command 8C04H is a fifth variable display result designation command for notifying the predetermined result that the variable display result is a "small hit".

The command 8F00H is a symbol confirmation command for designating the change stop (confirmation) of the decorative symbol in the decorative symbol display areas 5L, 5C, and 5R of the "left", "middle", and "right" in the image display device 5. The command 95XXH is a game state designation command for designating the current gaming state of the pachinko gaming machine 1. In the game state designation command, different EXT data are set according to, for example, the current game state in the pachinko gaming machine 1. As a specific example, the command 9500H is the first game state specification command corresponding to the game state (low base state, normal state) in which the time reduction control is not performed, and the command 9501H is the game state (high base state) in which the time reduction control is performed. , Time saving state) is used as the second game state specification command.

The command 96XXH is an error (abnormal) designation command that specifies the occurrence of an error (abnormality) and the type of the error (abnormality) that has occurred in the pachinko gaming machine 1. In the error (abnormality) designation command, for example, by setting the EXT data corresponding to each error (abnormality), it is specified which error (abnormality) has been determined on the effect control board 12 side. The occurrence of the specified error (abnormality) can be notified by the error notification process described later.

The command A0XXH is a hit start designation command (also referred to as a "fanfare command") for designating the display of an effect image indicating the start of the big hit game state or the small hit game state. The command A1XXH is a notification command during the opening of the big winning opening that notifies that the big winning opening is in the open state in the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state. The command A2XXH is a notification command after opening the big winning opening that notifies that the big winning opening has changed from the open state to the closed state in the big hit gaming state or the small hit gaming state. The command A3XXH is a hit end designation command for designating the display of the effect image at the end of the big hit game state or the small hit game state.

In the hit start designation command and the hit end designation command, different EXT data may be set according to the pre-determination result and the jackpot type determination result, for example, by setting the same EXT data as the variable display result notification command. .. Alternatively, in the hit start designation command or the hit end designation command, the correspondence between the pre-determined result and the jackpot type determination result and the set EXT data may be different from the correspondence in the variable display result notification command. .. In the notification command while the big winning opening is open and the notification command after opening the big winning opening, different EXT data is set according to the number of rounds executed (for example, "1" to "15") in the big hit game state or the small hit game state. Will be done.

The command B100H is based on the fact that the game ball that has passed (entered) the first starting winning opening formed by the winning ball device 6A is detected by the first starting opening switch 22A and the starting winning (first starting winning) is generated. This is a first start opening winning designation command for notifying that the first start condition for executing the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 208SG004A is satisfied. The command B200H is based on the fact that the game ball that has passed (entered) the second start winning opening formed by the variable winning ball device 6B is detected by the second starting opening switch 22B and the starting winning (second starting winning) is generated. , The second start opening winning designation command for notifying that the second start condition for executing the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 208SG004B is satisfied.

The command C1XXH is a first hold storage number notification command for notifying the first special figure hold storage number in order to display the special figure hold storage number identifiable on the image display device 5 or the like. The command C2XXH is a second reserved storage number notification command for notifying the second special figure reserved storage number in order to display the special figure reserved storage number identifiable on the image display device 5 or the like. The first hold memory number notification command is, for example, when the first start opening prize designation command is transmitted based on the fact that the game ball passes (enters) the first start winning opening and the first starting condition is satisfied. , Is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. The second hold memory number notification command is, for example, when the second start opening prize designation command is transmitted based on the fact that the game ball passes (enters) the second start winning opening and the second starting condition is satisfied. , Is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12. In addition, the first hold storage number notification command and the second hold storage number notification command are used in the special figure game when either the first start condition or the second start condition is satisfied (when the hold storage number decreases). It may be transmitted in response to the start of execution.

Instead of the first hold storage number notification command and the second hold storage number notification command, the total hold storage number notification command for notifying the total hold storage number may be transmitted. That is, a total hold storage number notification command may be used to notify an increase (or decrease) of the total hold storage number.

The command C4XXH and the command C6XXH are effect control commands (commands for designating a winning determination result) indicating the contents of the winning determination result. Of these, the command C4XXH is a symbol designation command that indicates whether or not the variable display result is a "big hit" and the judgment result of the big hit type (probability change, non-probability change, or sudden change) as the winning judgment result. Further, the command C6XXH is a variation category indicating a determination result of whether the random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern is the variation pattern of "non-reach", "super reach", or "other" as the determination result at the time of winning. It is a command.

The command D0XXH is a setting value designation command for designating the newly set setting value from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 (effect control CPU 120).

The game control microcomputer 100 mounted on the main board 11 is, for example, a one-chip microcomputer, which is a ROM (Read Only Memory) 101 for storing game control programs, fixed data, and the like, and a game control work. The RAM (Random Access Memory) 102 that provides the area, the CPU (Central Processing Unit) 103 that executes the game control program to perform the control operation, and the numerical data indicating the random value are updated independently of the CPU 103. It is configured to include a random number circuit 104 to perform, an I / O (Input / Output port) 105, and a real-time clock (RTC) 106 capable of outputting time information.

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

FIG. 8-5 is an explanatory diagram illustrating a random number value counted on the side of the main board 11. As shown in FIG. 8-5, in the feature unit 043IW of this embodiment, on the side of the main board 11, in addition to the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, and the fluctuation pattern. Numerical data indicating each of the random value MR3 for determination, the random value MR4 for determining the display result of the general map, and the random value MR5 for determining the initial value of MR4 are controlled so as to be countable. In addition, random values other than these may be used in order to enhance the game effect. These random number values MR1 to MR5 may be counted by software update using different random counters in the CPU 103, or may be updated by the random number circuit 104. The random number circuit 104 may be built in the game control microcomputer 100, or may be configured as a random number circuit chip different from the game control microcomputer 100. Random numbers used to control the progress of such games are also called game random numbers.

In the present embodiment, each random value MR1 to MR5 is used as a value in the range shown in FIG. 8-5, but the present invention is not limited to this, and each random value is not limited to this. The range of MR1 to MR5 may be different depending on the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1.

FIG. 8-6 shows the fluctuation pattern in the present embodiment. In the present embodiment, among the cases where the variable display result is "off", the variable display mode of the decorative symbol corresponds to the case of "non-reach" and the case of "reach", and is variable. A plurality of fluctuation patterns are prepared in advance in response to a case where the display result is a "big hit". Further, 1 variation pattern is prepared in advance in response to a case where the variable display result is a “small hit”. The variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is "off" and the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is "non-reach" is called a non-reach variation pattern (also referred to as "non-reach out-of-reach variation pattern"). The variation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is "out of reach" and the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is "reach" is referred to as a reach variation pattern (also referred to as "out of reach variation pattern"). Further, the non-reach fluctuation pattern and the reach fluctuation pattern are included in the missed fluctuation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is “off”. The fluctuation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is "big hit" is called a big hit fluctuation pattern. The fluctuation pattern corresponding to the case where the variable display result is "small hit" is called a small hit fluctuation pattern.

The jackpot fluctuation pattern and reach fluctuation pattern include a normal reach fluctuation pattern in which a normal reach reach effect is executed, and a super reach in which a super reach effect such as super reach α, super reach β, super reach γ, and super reach δ is executed. There is a fluctuation pattern. In the present embodiment, only one type of normal reach variation pattern is provided, but the present invention is not limited to this, and like the super reach, the normal reach α, the normal reach β, ... A plurality of normal reach fluctuation patterns may be provided. Further, the super reach variation pattern may be provided with 5 or more super reach variation patterns.

As shown in FIG. 8-6, regarding the special figure fluctuation time of the normal reach fluctuation pattern in which the reach effect of the normal reach is executed in the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment, the super reach fluctuation patterns Super Reach α and Super Reach β , Super reach γ, and super reach δ are set shorter. Further, regarding the special figure variation time of the super reach variation pattern in which the reach effect of the super reach such as super reach α, super reach β, super reach γ, and super reach δ in the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment is executed, the super reach The special figure fluctuation pattern is set longer in the order of δ, super reach γ, super reach β, and super reach α.

In the present embodiment, as described above, the variable display result is set to be "big hit" in the order of super reach β, super reach α, and normal reach. Therefore, since the big hit expectation is set to be high, the normal reach fluctuation pattern and the normal reach fluctuation pattern and In the super reach fluctuation pattern, the longer the fluctuation time, the higher the expectation of a big hit.

However, the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment notifies that the variable display result is a big hit after once notifying that the variable display result is out of order as the reach effect of the super reach γ as the fluctuation pattern of the super reach γ. A variation pattern (PB1-5 shown in FIG. 8-6) for executing the revival effect is provided. Therefore, the fluctuation pattern of the super reach γ that executes the revival effect is set to have a longer special figure fluctuation time than the normal fluctuation pattern of the super reach γ and a shorter special figure fluctuation time than the fluctuation pattern of the super reach δ. However, it is an exceptionally high fluctuation pattern (100%) with the highest expectation of big hits.

In the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment, as will be described later, these fluctuation patterns are classified into, for example, non-reach type, normal reach type, super reach type, and the like. Rather than determining the variation patterns to be executed from the variation patterns belonging to the variation patterns belonging to the determined type after determining them first, only the random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern is determined without determining these types. However, the present invention is not limited to this, and for example, in addition to the random value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern, a random value for determining the fluctuation pattern type is provided to determine these fluctuations. The type of the variation pattern may be determined first from the random value for determining the pattern type, and then the variation pattern to be executed may be determined from the variation patterns belonging to the variation pattern belonging to the determined type.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-6, the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment illustrates a mode in which the fluctuation content (effect content) is predetermined for each fluctuation pattern, but the present invention illustrates this. The variation content (effect content) may be different depending on the set value, even if the variation pattern is the same. For example, in the case of the fluctuation pattern PA2-1 out of normal reach, if the set value is 1, the fluctuation pattern is out of normal reach, and if the set value is 2, a pseudo-continuous effect is performed. As a fluctuation pattern that is executed twice and becomes non-reach out of reach, when the set value is 3, the pseudo-continuous effect may be executed three times to make a fluctuation pattern that is out of super reach.

In the game control microcomputer 100, the CPU 103 executes the program read from the ROM 101, and by using the RAM 102 as the work area, various processes for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1 are executed. Further, the CPU 103 is capable of generating all of the various random numbers used on the main board 11 side by executing the random number generation program.

The ROM 101 included in the game control microcomputer 100 stores various table data and the like used for controlling the progress of the game in addition to the game control program. For example, the ROM 101 stores table data that constitutes a plurality of determination tables shown in FIGS. 8-7 to 8-14, which are prepared for the CPU 103 to perform various determinations and determinations. Further, the ROM 101 includes table data constituting a plurality of control pattern tables used by the CPU 103 to output various control signals from the main board 11, and a variation mode of each symbol in variable display such as a special symbol or a normal symbol. A fluctuation pattern table or the like that stores a plurality of types of fluctuation patterns is stored.

The determination table stored in the ROM 101 includes, for example, the first special figure display result determination table shown in FIGS. 8-7 and 8-8, and the second special figure display result determination shown in FIGS. 8-9 and 8-10. In addition to the table and the jackpot type judgment table shown in FIG. 8-11, the jackpot fluctuation pattern judgment table, the small hit fluctuation pattern judgment table, the out-of-order fluctuation pattern judgment table, the normal figure display result judgment table (not shown), and the normal figure fluctuation pattern determination A table (not shown) and the like are included.

The pachinko gaming machine 1 of the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment is configured such that the jackpot winning probability (ball output rate) changes according to the set value. More specifically, in the special symbol normal processing of the special symbol process processing described later, the jackpot winning probability (ball output rate) is changed by using the display result judgment table (winning probability) according to the set value. .. The set value consists of 6 stages from 1 to 6, with 6 having the highest payout rate, and the smaller the value in the order of 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 the lower the payout rate. That is, when 6 is set as the set value, the advantage is highest for the player, and the smaller the value in the order of 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 is, the lower the advantage is. In other words, as for the set value, 6 which is the largest value is the most disadvantageous value for the amusement park side, and the smaller the value in the order of 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 is the more advantageous value for the amusement park side. Become.

8-7 to 8-10 are explanatory views showing a display result determination table. The display result determination table is a collection of data stored in the ROM 101, and is a table in which a hit determination value to be compared with MR1 is set for each set value. In the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment, as the display result determination table, individual display result determination tables are used for the first special figure and the second special figure, but the present invention is not limited thereto. , The display result determination table common to the first special figure and the second special figure may be used.

In FIG. 8-7 (A), the variable special figure is the first special figure, the set value is 1, and the gaming state is the normal state (low probability low base state) or the time saving state (low probability high base state). This is a display result determination table for the first special figure selected in a certain case. In the first special figure display result judgment table, out of the hit judgment values that can take values in the range of 0 to 65535 and are compared with the random number value MR1 for special figure display result judgment, up to 1020 to 1237 It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing".

FIG. 8-7 (B) is the first special figure selected when the variable special figure is the first special figure, the set value is 1, and the gaming state is the probability variation state (high accuracy and high base state). This is a display result judgment table. In the first special figure display result judgment table, among the hit judgment values that can take values in the range of 0 to 65535 and are compared with the random number value MR1 for the special figure display result judgment, up to 1020 to 1346 are It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing".

In FIG. 8-7 (C), the variable special figure is the first special figure, the set value is 2, and the gaming state is the normal state (low accuracy low base state) or the time saving state (low accuracy high base state). This is a display result determination table for the first special figure selected in a certain case. In the first special figure display result judgment table, out of the hit judgment values that can take values in the range of 0 to 65535 and are compared with the random number value MR1 for special figure display result judgment, up to 1020 to 1253 are It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing".

FIG. 8-7 (D) is the first special figure selected when the variable special figure is the first special figure, the set value is 2, and the gaming state is the probabilistic state (high probability high base state). This is a display result judgment table. In the first special figure display result judgment table, out of the hit judgment values that can take values in the range of 0 to 65535 and are compared with the random number value MR1 for the special figure display result judgment, up to 1020-1383 It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing".

In FIG. 8-7 (E), the variable special figure is the first special figure, the set value is 3, and the gaming state is the normal state (low accuracy low base state) or the time saving state (low accuracy high base state). This is a display result determination table for the first special figure selected in a certain case. In the first special figure display result judgment table, out of the hit judgment values that can take values in the range of 0 to 65535 and are compared with the random number value MR1 for the special figure display result judgment, up to 1020-1272 It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing".

FIG. 8-7 (F) is the first special figure selected when the variable special figure is the first special figure, the set value is 3, and the gaming state is the probability variation state (high accuracy and high base state). This is a display result judgment table. In the first special figure display result judgment table, among the hit judgment values that can take values in the range of 0 to 65535 and are compared with the random number value MR1 for the special figure display result judgment, up to 1020 to 1429 are It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing".

In FIG. 8-8 (A), the variable special figure is the first special figure, the set value is 4, and the gaming state is the normal state (low probability low base state) or the time saving state (low probability high base state). This is a display result determination table for the first special figure selected in a certain case. In the first special figure display result judgment table, among the hit judgment values that can take values in the range of 0 to 65535 and are compared with the random number value MR1 for the special figure display result judgment, up to 1020 to 1292 are It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing".

FIG. 8-8 (B) is the first special figure selected when the variable special figure is the first special figure, the set value is 4, and the gaming state is the probability variation state (high accuracy and high base state). This is a display result judgment table. In the first special figure display result judgment table, among the hit judgment values that can take values in the range of 0 to 65535 and are compared with the random number value MR1 for the special figure display result judgment, up to 1020 to 1487 are It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33049 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing".

In FIG. 8-8 (C), the variable special figure is the first special figure, the set value is 5, and the gaming state is the normal state (low accuracy low base state) or the time saving state (low accuracy high base state). This is a display result determination table for the first special figure selected in a certain case. In the first special figure display result judgment table, among the hit judgment values that can take values in the range of 0 to 65535 and are compared with the random number value MR1 for the special figure display result judgment, up to 1020-1317 It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing".

FIG. 8-8 (D) is the first special figure selected when the variable special figure is the first special figure, the set value is 5, and the gaming state is the probabilistic state (high probability high base state). This is a display result judgment table. In the first special figure display result judgment table, out of the hit judgment values that can take values in the range of 0 to 65535 and are compared with the random number value MR1 for the special figure display result judgment, up to 1020-1556 It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing".

In FIG. 8-8 (E), the variable special figure is the first special figure, the set value is 6, and the gaming state is the normal state (low accuracy low base state) or the time saving state (low accuracy high base state). This is a display result determination table for the first special figure selected in a certain case. In the first special figure display result judgment table, among the hit judgment values that can take values in the range of 0 to 65535 and are compared with the random number value MR1 for the special figure display result judgment, up to 1020 to 1346 are It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing".

FIG. 8-8 (F) is the first special figure selected when the variable special figure is the first special figure, the set value is 6, and the gaming state is the probabilistic state (high probability high base state). This is a display result judgment table. In the first special figure display result judgment table, out of the hit judgment values that can take values in the range of 0 to 65535 and are compared with the random number value MR1 for special figure display result judgment, up to 1020 to 1674 are It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33094 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing".

In FIG. 8-9 (A), the variable special figure is the second special figure, the set value is 1, and the gaming state is the normal state (low probability low base state) or the time saving state (low probability high base state). This is a display result determination table for the second special figure selected in a certain case. In the second special figure display result judgment table, out of the hit judgment values that can take values in the range of 0 to 65535 and are compared with the random number value MR1 for special figure display result judgment, up to 1020 to 1237 are It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "out of place".

FIG. 8-9 (B) is the second special figure selected when the variable special figure is the second special figure, the set value is 1, and the gaming state is the probabilistic state (high probability high base state). This is a display result judgment table. In the second special figure display result judgment table, among the hit judgment values that can take values in the range of 0 to 65535 and are compared with the random number value MR1 for the special figure display result judgment, up to 1020 to 1346 are It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing".

In FIG. 8-9 (C), the variable special figure is the second special figure, the set value is 2, and the gaming state is the normal state (low accuracy low base state) or the time saving state (low accuracy high base state). This is a display result determination table for the first special figure selected in a certain case. In the second special figure display result judgment table, out of the hit judgment values that are numerical values that can take values in the range of 0 to 65535 and are compared with the random number value MR1 for special figure display result judgment, up to 1020 to 1253 are It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "out of place".

FIG. 8-9 (D) is the second special figure selected when the variable special figure is the second special figure, the set value is 2, and the gaming state is the probabilistic state (high probability high base state). This is a display result judgment table. In the second special figure display result judgment table, out of the hit judgment values that can take values in the range of 0 to 65535 and are compared with the random number value MR1 for the special figure display result judgment, up to 1020-1383 It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "out of place".

In FIG. 8-9 (E), the variable special figure is the second special figure, the set value is 3, and the gaming state is the normal state (low accuracy low base state) or the time saving state (low accuracy high base state). This is a display result determination table for the second special figure selected in a certain case. In the second special figure display result judgment table, among the hit judgment values that can take values in the range of 0 to 65535 and are compared with the random number value MR1 for special figure display result judgment, up to 1020-1272 are It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "out of place".

FIG. 8-9 (F) is the second special figure selected when the variable special figure is the second special figure, the set value is 3, and the gaming state is the probabilistic state (high probability high base state). This is a display result judgment table. In the second special figure display result judgment table, among the hit judgment values that are numerical values that can take values in the range of 0 to 65535 and are compared with the random number value MR1 for special figure display result judgment, up to 1020 to 1429 are It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing".

In FIG. 8-10 (A), the variable special figure is the second special figure, the set value is 4, and the gaming state is the normal state (low accuracy low base state) or the time saving state (low accuracy high base state). This is a display result determination table for the second special figure selected in a certain case. In the second special figure display result judgment table, out of the hit judgment values that can take values in the range of 0 to 65535 and are compared with the random number value MR1 for special figure display result judgment, up to 1020 to 1292 are It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "out of place".

FIG. 8-10 (B) is the second special figure selected when the variable special figure is the second special figure, the set value is 4, and the gaming state is the probabilistic state (high probability high base state). This is a display result judgment table. In the second special figure display result judgment table, among the hit judgment values that can take values in the range of 0 to 65535 and are compared with the random number value MR1 for special figure display result judgment, up to 1020 to 1487 are It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "out of place".

In FIG. 8-10 (C), the variable special figure is the second special figure, the set value is 5, and the gaming state is the normal state (low accuracy low base state) or the time saving state (low accuracy high base state). This is a display result determination table for the second special figure selected in a certain case. In the second special figure display result judgment table, out of the hit judgment values that are numerical values that can take values in the range of 0 to 65535 and are compared with the random number value MR1 for special figure display result judgment, up to 1020 to 1317 are It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing".

FIG. 8-10 (D) is the second special figure selected when the variable special figure is the second special figure, the set value is 5, and the gaming state is the probability variation state (high accuracy and high base state). This is a display result judgment table. In the second special figure display result judgment table, out of the hit judgment values that can take values in the range of 0 to 65535 and are compared with the random number value MR1 for the special figure display result judgment, up to 1020-1556 It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing".

In FIG. 8-10 (E), the variable special figure is the second special figure, the set value is 6, and the gaming state is the normal state (low accuracy low base state) or the time saving state (low accuracy high base state). This is a display result determination table for the second special figure selected in a certain case. In the second special figure display result judgment table, among the hit judgment values that can take values in the range of 0 to 65535 and are compared with the random number value MR1 for the special figure display result judgment, up to 1020 to 1346 are It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing".

FIG. 8-10 (F) is the first special figure selected when the variable special figure is the first special figure, the set value is 6, and the gaming state is the probability variation state (high accuracy and high base state). This is a display result judgment table. In the first special figure display result judgment table, out of the hit judgment values that can take values in the range of 0 to 65535 and are compared with the random number value MR1 for special figure display result judgment, up to 1020 to 1674 are It is assigned to "big hit", 32767 to 33421 are assigned to "small hit", and other numerical ranges are assigned to "missing".

As described above, in each display result judgment table, when the game state is in the probability change state (high probability state), more judgment values than in the normal state or the time saving state are the special figures of "big hit". It is assigned to the display result. As a result, in the probabilistic state in which the pachinko gaming machine 1 performs probabilistic change control, the probability that it is determined to control the special figure display result as a "big hit" in the big hit game state in the normal state or the time saving state (the present embodiment). In the feature unit 043IW, when the set value is 1, 1/300, when the set value is 2, 1/280, when the set value is 3, 1/260, and when the set value is 4, 1/240, Compared to 1/220 when the set value is 5 and 1/200 when the set value is 6, the probability that the special figure display result will be controlled as a "big hit" and controlled to the big hit game state is higher (this). In the feature unit 043IW of the embodiment, when the set value is 1, 1/200, when the set value is 2, 1/180, when the set value is 3, 1/160, and when the set value is 4, 1 / 140, 1/120 when the set value is 5, 1/100 when the set value is 6). That is, in each display result determination table, when the gaming state in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is in the probabilistic state, the probability of being determined to control the jackpot gaming state is higher than in the normal state or the time saving state. , The determination value is assigned to the determination result of whether or not to control the jackpot gaming state.

In the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8-7 to 8-10, the magnification of the jackpot probability in the probability variation state with respect to the jackpot probability in the normal state and the time saving state is different according to each set value. Different (for example, if the set value is 1, the probability variation of the jackpot probability in the normal state or the time saving state is 1.5 times, and if the setting value is 2, the probability variation with respect to the jackpot probability in the normal state or the time saving state is 1.5 times. The jackpot probability multiplier in the state is about 1.56 times, and if the set value is 3, the jackpot probability multiplier in the probability variation state with respect to the jackpot probability in the normal state or the time saving state is 1.625 times). However, the present invention is not limited to this, and the multiplication factor of the jackpot probability in the probability variation state to the jackpot probability in the normal state and the time saving state at each set value is constant (for example, 5 times). ) May be set.

Further, in each of the first special figure display result determination tables, the probability of being determined to control the special figure display result as a "small hit" to the small hit game state is the same regardless of the game state or the set value. Judgment values are assigned as follows. Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 8-7 and 8-8, in the first special figure display result determination table, the special figure display result is set as a "small hit" regardless of the game state or the set value. The probability of being determined to control the small hit game state is set to 1/200.

On the other hand, in each display result determination table for the second special figure, the probability that the special figure display result is controlled to the small hit game state as a "small hit" is determined regardless of the game state or the set value. Judgment values are assigned so that the values are the same as those in the display result judgment table for figures. Specifically, as shown in FIGS. 8-9 and 8-10, in the display result determination table for the second special figure, the special figure display result is set as a "small hit" regardless of the game state or the set value. The probability of being determined to control the small hit game state is set to 1/100.

It should be noted that the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment exemplifies a mode in which the probability of being determined to control the special figure display result as a "small hit" to the small hit game state is the same regardless of the set value. The present invention is not limited to this, and the probability of being determined to control the small hit game state with the special figure display result as a "small hit" may be different depending on the set value. Further, the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment exemplifies a mode in which the probability of being determined to control the special figure display result as a "small hit" and the small hit gaming state is different according to the variable special map. The invention is not limited to this, and the probability that the special figure display result is determined to be controlled to the small hit gaming state may be the same probability regardless of the variable special figure.

Here, paying attention to the numerical range of the hit judgment values assigned to the "big hit" and the "small hit" in each display result judgment table, the display result for the first special figure when the game state is the normal state or the time saving state. In the determination table, the range from 102 to 1237 of the hit determination values is set to the common numerical range of the jackpot determination values for determining the jackpot regardless of the set value.

When the set value is 1, only the common numerical range of the big hit judgment value for judging the big hit is set (1020 to 1237 are assigned to "big hit"), while the set value 2 In the case of ~ set value 6, the numerical range corresponding to each set value is set as the non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value so as to be continuous from the common numerical range of the jackpot determination value. The non-common numerical range of the jackpot judgment value is a range of 1238 to 1253 for the set value 2, a range of 1238 to 1272 for the set value 3, a range of 1238 to 1292 for the set value 4, and a range of 1238 to 1317 for the set value 5. , The set value 6 is set in the range of 1238 to 1346, respectively.

That is, in the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment, in the display result determination table for the first special figure when the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state, the value is in the range of 0 to 65535 when the set value is 1. Of the hit judgment values that can be taken, only the values within the common numerical range (1020 to 1237) are assigned to "big hit", while when the set value is 2 or more, the common numerical value among the big hit judgment values is common. Numerical values within the range obtained by adding the non-common numerical range to the numerical range are assigned to "big hits". Further, the non-common numerical range increases with reference to 1238 as the value of the set value increases.

Therefore, the jackpot probability becomes higher as the non-common numerical range continuous with the common numerical range increases as the set value increases, with 1020 as the reference value (big hit reference value) of the jackpot judgment value. I will go.

In the display result determination table for the first special figure when the game state is the normal state or the time saving state, the range from 32767 to 33094 of the hit determination values is to determine the small hit regardless of the set value. It is set in the common numerical range of the small hit judgment value of. Focusing on the case where the set value is 6, when the set value is 6, the hit judgment values from 102 to 1346 are set in the numerical range of the big hit judgment value as described above, while they are small. The hit judgment value is 32767 to 33094 with 32767 as the reference value (small hit reference value) of the small hit judgment value in a numerical range different from the range of the big hit judgment value (1020 to 1346) in the case of the set value 6. Since it is set in the range, it is prevented that the numerical range of the small hit determination value overlaps with the range of the big hit determination value that changes according to each set value.

Next, in the display result determination table for the first special figure when the game state is the probability change state, the range from 102 to 1346 of the hit determination values is the jackpot determination value for determining the jackpot regardless of the set value. It is set in the common numerical range of.

When the set value is 1, only the common numerical range of the big hit judgment value for judging the big hit is set (1020 to 1346 are assigned to "big hit"), while the set value 2 In the case of ~ set value 6, a numerical range corresponding to each set value is set as a non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value so as to be continuous from the common numerical range of the jackpot determination value. The non-common numerical range of the jackpot judgment value is the range of 1347 to 1383 for the set value 2, the range of 1347 to 1429 for the set value 3, the range of 1347 to 1487 for the set value 4, and the range of 1347 to 1556 for the set value 5. , The set value 6 is set in the range of 1347 to 1674, respectively.

That is, in the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment, in the display result determination table for the first special figure when the gaming state is the probabilistic state, the value can be taken in the range of 0 to 65535 when the set value is 1. Of the hit judgment values, only the values within the common numerical range (1020 to 1346) are assigned to "big hit", while when the set value is 2 or more, the common numerical range of the big hit judgment values is set. Numerical values within the range including the non-common numerical range are assigned to "big hits". Further, the non-common numerical range increases with reference to 1347 as the value of the set value increases.

Therefore, the jackpot probability becomes higher as the non-common numerical range continuous with the common numerical range increases as the set value increases, with 1020 as the reference value (big hit reference value) of the jackpot judgment value. I will go.

In the first special figure display result determination table when the game state is in the probabilistic state, the hit determination value is the same as in the first special figure display result determination table when the game state is in the normal state or the time saving state. Of these, the range from 32767 to 33094 is set to the common numerical range of the small hit determination value for determining the small hit regardless of the set value. Focusing on the case where the set value is 6, when the set value is 6, 1020 to 1674 of the hit judgment values are set in the numerical range of the big hit judgment value as described above, while the small The hit judgment value is in a numerical range different from the range of the big hit judgment value (1020 to 1674) in the case of the set value 6, and 32767 is set as the reference value of the small hit judgment value (small hit reference value) of 32767 to 33094. Since it is set in the range, it is prevented that the numerical range of the small hit determination value overlaps with the range of the big hit determination value that changes according to each set value.

In the display result judgment table for the second special figure when the game state is the normal state or the time saving state, the range of the hit judgment values from 1020 to 1237 is the big hit judgment value for judging the big hit regardless of the set value. It is set in the common numerical range of.

When the set value is 1, only the common numerical range of the big hit judgment value for judging the big hit is set (1020 to 1237 are assigned to "big hit"), while the set value 2 In the case of ~ set value 6, the numerical range corresponding to each set value is set as the non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value so as to be continuous from the common numerical range of the jackpot determination value. The non-common numerical range of the jackpot judgment value is a range of 1238 to 1253 for the set value 2, a range of 1238 to 1272 for the set value 3, a range of 1238 to 1292 for the set value 4, and a range of 1238 to 1317 for the set value 5. , The set value 6 is set in the range of 1238 to 1346, respectively.

That is, in the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment, in the display result determination table for the second special figure when the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state, the value is in the range of 0 to 65535 when the set value is 1. Of the hit judgment values that can be taken, only the values within the common numerical range (1020 to 1237) are assigned to "big hit", while when the set value is 2 or more, the common numerical value among the big hit judgment values is common. Numerical values within the range obtained by adding the non-common numerical range to the numerical range are assigned to "big hits". Further, the non-common numerical range increases with reference to 1238 as the value of the set value increases.

Therefore, the jackpot probability becomes higher as the non-common numerical range continuous with the common numerical range increases as the set value increases, with 1020 as the reference value (big hit reference value) of the jackpot judgment value. I will go.

In the display result determination table for the second special figure when the game state is the normal state or the time saving state, the range from 32767 to 33421 of the hit determination values is to determine the small hit regardless of the set value. It is set in the common numerical range of the small hit judgment value of. Focusing on the case where the set value is 6, when the set value is 6, the hit judgment values from 102 to 1346 are set in the numerical range of the big hit judgment value as described above, while they are small. The hit judgment value is 32767 to 33421 with 32767 as the reference value (small hit reference value) of the small hit judgment value in a numerical range different from the range of the big hit judgment value (1020 to 1346) in the case of the set value 6. Since it is set in the range, it is prevented that the numerical range of the small hit determination value overlaps with the range of the big hit determination value that changes according to each set value.

Next, in the display result determination table for the second special figure when the game state is the probability change state, the range from 102 to 1346 of the hit determination values is the jackpot determination value for determining the jackpot regardless of the set value. It is set in the common numerical range of.

When the set value is 1, only the common numerical range of the big hit judgment value for judging the big hit is set (1020 to 1346 are assigned to "big hit"), while the set value 2 In the case of ~ set value 6, a numerical range corresponding to each set value is set as a non-common numerical range of the jackpot determination value so as to be continuous from the common numerical range of the jackpot determination value. The non-common numerical range of the jackpot judgment value is the range of 1347 to 1383 for the set value 2, the range of 1347 to 1429 for the set value 3, the range of 1347 to 1487 for the set value 4, and the range of 1347 to 1556 for the set value 5. , The set value 6 is set in the range of 1347 to 1674, respectively.

That is, in the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment, in the display result determination table for FIG. 2 when the gaming state is the probabilistic state, when the set value is 1, the value can be taken in the range of 0 to 65535. Of the judgment values, only the values within the common numerical range (1020 to 1346) are assigned to the "big hit", while when the set value is 2 or more, the big hit judgment values are not included in the common numerical range. Numerical values within the range including the common numerical range are assigned to "big hits". Further, the non-common numerical range increases with reference to 1347 as the value of the set value increases.

Therefore, the jackpot probability becomes higher as the non-common numerical range continuous with the common numerical range increases as the set value increases, with 1020 as the reference value (big hit reference value) of the jackpot judgment value. I will go.

In the display result determination table for the second special figure when the game state is the probabilistic state, the hit determination value is the same as the display result determination table for the second special figure when the game state is the normal state or the time saving state. Of these, the range from 32767 to 33421 is set to the common numerical range of the small hit determination value for determining the small hit regardless of the set value. Focusing on the case where the set value is 6, when the set value is 6, the hit judgment values from 102 to 1674 are set in the numerical range of the big hit judgment value as described above, while they are small. The hit judgment value is 32767 to 33421, with 32767 as the reference value (small hit reference value) of the small hit judgment value in a numerical range different from the range of the big hit judgment value (1020 to 1674) in the case of the set value 6. Since it is set in the range, it is prevented that the numerical range of the small hit determination value overlaps with the range of the big hit determination value that changes according to each set value.

As described above, in the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment, in each display result determination table, regardless of the game state and the set value, the common numerical range or the common numerical range and the non-common numerical range are set based on the hit determination value 1020. The judgment value included in the continuous numerical range of 1 consisting of is set as the numerical range of the jackpot judgment value, and the continuous numerical range of 1 is based on the hit judgment value 32767 regardless of the game state and the set value (common). The variable display result is judged by using the judgment value included in the numerical range) as the numerical range of the small hit judgment value.

Further, in each of these display result judgment tables, when the fluctuation special figures are the same, the numerical range of the small hit judgment value is the same regardless of the game state (the number of judgment values included in the numerical range of the small hit judgment value is Same). In addition, the number of judgment values included in the numerical range of the small hit judgment value differs depending on whether the fluctuation special figure is the first special figure or the second special figure (small in the display result judgment table for the first special figure). While the number of judgment values included in the numerical range of the hit judgment value is 328, the number of judgment values included in the numerical range of the small hit judgment value in the display result judgment table for the second special figure is about 655. On the other hand, the numerical range of the small hit determination value itself is set with 32767 as the reference value (small hit reference value).

Further, as described above, in each gaming state, when the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 is 1, there is a probability that it is determined that the special figure display result is controlled to the jackpot gaming state as the "big hit". Judgment values are assigned so that the lower the value of the set value and the larger the value of the set value, the higher the probability that the special figure display result will be determined to be controlled to the big hit gaming state as "big hit" (big hit probability: set value 6> set value). 5> Set value 4> Set value 3> Set value 2> Set value 1).

That is, the CPU 103 refers to the display result determination table corresponding to the set value set at that time, and when the value of MR1 matches any of the hit determination values corresponding to the jackpot, the CPU 103 hits the jackpot (big hit) with respect to the special symbol. It is decided to be A to jackpot C). Further, when MR1 matches any of the hit determination values corresponding to the small hit, it is determined that the special symbol is a small hit. That is, the winning of the big hit and the small hit is decided with the probability according to the set value. The "probability" shown in FIGS. 8-7 to 8-10 indicates the probability of a big hit (ratio) and the probability of a small hit (ratio). Further, determining whether or not to make a big hit means determining whether or not to control the big hit game state, but the stop symbol in the first special symbol display device 208SG004A or the second special symbol display device 208SG004B is determined. It also means deciding whether or not to make a big hit design. Further, determining whether or not to make a small hit means determining whether or not to control the small hit gaming state, but the stop at the first special symbol display device 208SG004A or the second special symbol display device 208SG004B. It also means deciding whether or not to make the symbol a small hit symbol.

In the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment, a total of 6 set values of 1 to 6 are provided as set values that can be set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, but the present invention is not limited to this. , The set value that can be set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 may be 5 or less or 7 or more.

FIG. 8-11 is an explanatory diagram showing a jackpot type determination table stored in the ROM 101. In this feature unit 043IW, the jackpot type is determined by using the hold memory based on the game ball winning the first start winning opening (that is, when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed). A common jackpot type determination table is used when determining the jackpot type using the hold memory based on the game ball winning the second start winning slot (that is, when the second special symbol is variablely displayed). Although it is configured to be used, it is not limited to such a configuration, and when the hold memory based on the game ball winning the first start winning opening is used (that is, when the variable display of the first special symbol is performed). ) The jackpot type is determined using the table for determining the jackpot type and the hold memory based on the game ball winning the second start winning opening (that is, when the second special symbol is variably displayed). A table for each case may be provided. In this case, the jackpot type determination ratio may be different depending on whether the winning opening in which the game ball has won is the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening. For example, when the winning opening where the game ball wins is the second starting winning opening, the jackpot type (for example, the jackpot with a large number of time reductions or the probability variation jackpot) has a higher advantage than when it is the first starting winning opening. ) May be easy to determine. Further, while the jackpot type determination ratio differs depending on whether the winning opening in which the game ball has won is the first starting winning opening or the second starting winning opening, it is set in the pachinko gaming machine 1. The jackpot type may be determined at a common rate regardless of the set value.

The jackpot type determination table is a table that is referred to for determining the jackpot type based on the random number (MR2) for determining the jackpot type when it is determined that the variable display result is a jackpot symbol. ..

Here, the jackpot type in the feature unit 043IW will be described with reference to FIGS. 8-12. In this feature unit 043IW, 4R normal jackpot A, 4R normal jackpot B, 4R normal jackpot C, 4R probability variable jackpot A, 10R normal jackpot B, 10R normal jackpot C and 10R probability variable jackpot are set as jackpot types. ing.

Of these jackpot types, 4R normal jackpot A, 4R normal jackpot B, 4R normal jackpot C and 4R probability variable jackpot (collectively referred to as 4R jackpot) are the special variable winning ball device 7 in the jackpot gaming state. The round that changes to the first state, which is advantageous for the player, is a jackpot that is repeatedly executed four times (so-called four rounds). 10R normal jackpot A, 10R normal jackpot B, 10R normal jackpot C, and 10R probability variable jackpot (collectively referred to as these). The 10R jackpot (also referred to as a 10R jackpot) is a jackpot in which a round for changing the special variable winning ball device 7 to a first state advantageous to the player is repeatedly executed 10 times (so-called 10 rounds) in the jackpot gaming state.

Further, 4R normal jackpot A, 4R normal jackpot B, 4R normal jackpot C, 10R normal jackpot A, 10R normal jackpot B and 10R normal jackpot C (collectively referred to as non-probability variable jackpot) are the end of the jackpot gaming state. Later, only the time saving control is executed and the jackpot shifts to the low probability high base state, and the 4R probability variation jackpot and the 10R probability variation jackpot (collectively referred to as the probability variation jackpot) are the high accuracy control after the end of the jackpot game. And time saving control are executed and it is a big hit to shift to a high accuracy and high base state.

The time saving control executed after the end of the jackpot game state by the 4R normal jackpot A and the 10R normal jackpot A is that the special figure game is executed a predetermined number of times (30 times in this example), or the special figure of the predetermined number of times. It ends when the game is in a big hit game state before the game is executed.

Further, the time saving control executed after the end of the jackpot game state by the 4R normal jackpot B and the 10R normal jackpot B is that the special figure game is executed a predetermined number of times (50 times in this example), or the predetermined number of times. It ends when it becomes a big hit game state before the special figure game is executed.

Further, the time saving control executed after the end of the jackpot game state by the 4R normal jackpot C and the 10R normal jackpot C is that the special figure game is executed a predetermined number of times (70 times in this example), or the predetermined number of times. It ends when it becomes a big hit game state before the special figure game is executed.

On the other hand, the high probability control and the time saving control executed after the end of the big hit gaming state of the 4R probability variation jackpot and the 10R probability variation jackpot are continuously executed until the jackpot occurs again after the end of the jackpot gaming state. Therefore, when the jackpot that occurs again is a 4R probability variation jackpot or a 10R probability variation jackpot, the high accuracy control and the time saving control are executed again after the end of the jackpot gaming state, so that the jackpot gaming state does not go through the normal state. It becomes a so-called consecutive villa state that occurs continuously.

As described above, in the feature unit 043IW, as a period controlled in the time saving state, a plurality of periods (specifically, a period until the special figure game is executed up to 30, 50 or 70 times, or again. There is a period until a big hit occurs).

Although the feature unit 043IW exemplifies a form in which eight types of jackpots are provided, the present invention is not limited to this, and there may be seven or less or nine or more jackpot types. Good.

As shown in FIG. 8-11, in the jackpot type determination table, out of the range 0 to 299 of the determination value of MR2, 0 to 14 (that is, about 5% of the total) is assigned to the 4R normal jackpot A. 15 to 44 (ie about 10% of the total) are assigned to the 4R normal jackpot B, and 45 to 74 (ie about 10% of the total) are assigned to the 4R normal jackpot C, 75 to 149. Up to (ie, about 25% of the total) is assigned to the 4R probability variable jackpot, 150 to 152 (ie, about 1% of the total) is assigned to the 10R normal jackpot A, and up to 153 to 158 (ie, about 1% of the total). About 2%) is assigned to 10R normal jackpot B, and 159 to 179 (ie about 7% of the total) is assigned to 10R normal jackpot C, from 180 to 299 (ie about 40% of the total). Is assigned to the 10R probability variation jackpot.

In this feature unit 043IW, since the determination value is assigned as shown in FIG. 8-11, the ratio of the probability variation jackpot is higher when the 10R jackpot occurs than when the 4R jackpot occurs. That is, when a 10R jackpot occurs, the high-accuracy control and the time-saving control are executed after the jackpot game (that is, the proportion of the 4R jackpot), and when the 10R jackpot occurs, the high-accuracy control is performed after the jackpot game. The rate at which the time reduction control is executed (that is, the rate at which the 10R probability variation jackpot is achieved) is higher. Although it was a 10R jackpot with more rounds and a higher advantage than the 4R jackpot, the flow that high-accuracy control is not executed after the jackpot game may greatly discourage the player, but it is shown in Fig. 8-11. With such a configuration, the occurrence of such a situation can be suppressed.

Not limited to the configuration shown in FIG. 8-11, different jackpot type determination tables are used to make the determination ratio of the jackpot type different depending on whether or not the time is shortened and the jackpot type of the previous jackpot. You may. For example, when a big hit occurs, if the time is shortened and the previous big hit is 4R normal big hit C (that is, when the time saving control is performed up to 70 times after the big hit game), the time is shortened and the previous big hit is 4R normal. The ratio of the jackpot type to the probability variation jackpot may be higher than the case of the jackpot A (that is, the time saving control is performed up to 30 times after the jackpot game). That is, when the time reduction state is controlled after the big hit game, the larger the maximum number of times controlled, the higher the ratio of the probability variation big hit when the big hit occurs during the time reduction state may be increased. With such a configuration, if the time saving state is controlled for a long time after the big hit game, the expectation that the probability variation big hit will occur is high, and it is possible to enhance the interest of the time saving state continuing for a long time.

In the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment, the jackpot type is determined by using MR2 which is a random value for determining the jackpot type, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the jackpot type is not limited to this. It may be determined using MR1 which is a random value for determining the special figure display result.

Further, the ROM 101 also stores a variation pattern determination table for determining the variation pattern based on the random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern, and the variation pattern can be selected from the plurality of types described above according to the predetermined determination result. Determine to one of the fluctuation patterns of.

Specifically, as the fluctuation pattern judgment table, the fluctuation pattern judgment table for big hits used when it is predetermined to set the variable display result to "big hit" and the variable display result to be "small hit". The jackpot fluctuation pattern judgment table used when it is determined in advance and the deviation pattern judgment table used when it is decided in advance that the variable display result is "off" are prepared in advance. ing.

In the jackpot fluctuation pattern determination table, the fluctuation pattern of the normal reach jackpot (PB1-1), the fluctuation pattern of the super reach α jackpot (PB1-2), the fluctuation pattern of the super reach β jackpot (PB1-3), and the revival effect are executed. For each fluctuation pattern of super reach γ jackpot fluctuation pattern (PB1-4), super reach γ jackpot fluctuation pattern (PB1-5), and super reach δ jackpot fluctuation pattern (PB1-6) Therefore, a predetermined random value within the range that the random value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern can take is assigned as the determination value.

Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8-13 (A), in the jackpot variation pattern determination table, 1 to 50 of the MR3 determination value ranges 1 to 997 are normal reach jackpot variation patterns (PB1). -1) is assigned, 51 to 200 are assigned to the fluctuation pattern of the super reach α jackpot (PB1-2), and 201 to 400 are assigned to the fluctuation pattern of the super reach β jackpot (PB1-3). It is assigned, and 401 to 650 are assigned to the fluctuation pattern of the super reach γ jackpot (PB1-4) that does not execute the resurrection effect, and 651 to 700 are assigned to the fluctuation pattern of the super reach γ jackpot that executes the resurrection effect. It is assigned to (PB1-5), and 701 to 997 are assigned to the fluctuation pattern (PB1-6) of the super reach δ jackpot.

Further, in the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment, regardless of the set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1, the fluctuation pattern for big hits is determined by using the fluctuation pattern determination table of 1, that is, the pachinko. Although the embodiment in which the determination rate of the fluctuation pattern is the same when the variable display result is a big hit regardless of the set value set in the game machine 1 is illustrated, the present invention is not limited to this. , The determination ratio of each fluctuation pattern may be different for each set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1.

Further, in the small hit variation pattern determination table, a predetermined random number value within the range that the random number value MR3 for determining the variation pattern can take is the determination value for the variation pattern of the small hit variation pattern (PC1-1). Is assigned as. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 8-13 (B), in the variation pattern determination table for small hits, the variation pattern of small hits from 0 to 997 in the range 0 to 997 of the determination value of MR3 ( It is assigned to PC1-1). Although only PC1-1 is provided as the variation pattern of the small hit in the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment, the present invention is not limited to this, and the variation pattern of the small hit is 2 or more. Fluctuation pattern may be provided.

Further, the deviation pattern determination table includes the deviation pattern determination table A used when the number of reserved storages is 1 or less in the low base state in which the game state is not subjected to the time reduction control, and the low base. The deviation pattern determination table B used when the total number of reserved storages is 2 to 4 in the state, and the deviation variation used when the total number of reserved storages is 5 to 8 in the low base state. A pattern determination table C and a variation pattern determination table D for deviation used when the game state is a high base state in which time reduction control is performed are prepared in advance.

In the deviation pattern determination table A, the non-reach deviation variation pattern without shortening (PA1-1), the normal reach deviation variation pattern (PA2-1), the super reach α deviation variation pattern (PA2-2), and the super Random value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern is taken for the fluctuation pattern of reach β off (PA2-3), the fluctuation pattern of super reach γ off (PA2-4), and the fluctuation pattern of super reach δ off (PA2-5). A predetermined random number value is assigned as a judgment value in the possible range.

As shown in FIG. 8-14 (A), in the deviation pattern determination table A (for a low-base medium total hold storage number of 1 or less), 1 to 450 of the range 1 to 997 of the determination value of MR3. Are assigned to the non-reach out-of-reach fluctuation pattern (PA1-1), 451 to 700 are assigned to the normal reach out-of-reach fluctuation pattern (PA2-1), and 701 to 850 are out of super reach α. It is assigned to the fluctuation pattern (PA2-2), and 851 to 930 are assigned to the fluctuation pattern (PA2-3) out of super reach β, and 931 to 970 are assigned to the fluctuation pattern (PA2) out of super reach γ. -4) is assigned, and 971 to 997 are assigned to the fluctuation pattern (PA2-5) out of super reach δ.

Further, in the deviation pattern determination table B, the shortened non-reach deviation variation pattern (PA1-2), the normal reach deviation variation pattern (PA2-1), and the super are corresponding to the total number of reserved storages of 2 to 4. Reach α out-of-reach fluctuation pattern (PA2-2), Super reach β out-of-range fluctuation pattern (PA2-3) Super reach γ out-of-range fluctuation pattern (PA2-4), Super reach δ out-of-range fluctuation pattern (PA2-5) On the other hand, a predetermined random number value within the range that the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern can take is assigned as the determination value.

As shown in FIG. 8-14 (B), in the deviation pattern determination table B (for 2 to 4 low-base medium total reserved storage numbers), 1 to 1 of the MR3 determination value ranges 1 to 997. Up to 500 are assigned to the non-reach out-of-reach fluctuation pattern (PA1-2), 501 to 700 are assigned to the normal reach out-of-reach fluctuation pattern (PA2-1), and 701 to 850 are out of super reach α. Is assigned to the fluctuation pattern (PA2-2), 851 to 930 are assigned to the fluctuation pattern (PA2-3) out of super reach β, and 913 to 970 are assigned to the fluctuation pattern (PA2-3) out of super reach γ. It is assigned to PA2-4), and 971 to 997 are assigned to the fluctuation pattern (PA2-5) out of super reach δ.

Further, in the deviation pattern determination table C, the shortened non-reach deviation variation pattern (PA1-3), the normal reach deviation variation pattern (PA2-1), and the super Fluctuation pattern of reach α off (PA2-2), fluctuation pattern of super reach β off (PA2-3), fluctuation pattern of super reach γ off (PA2-4), fluctuation pattern of super reach δ off (PS2-5) On the other hand, a predetermined random value within the range that the random value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern can take is assigned as the determination value.

As shown in FIG. 8-14 (C), in the deviation pattern determination table C (for low-base medium total hold storage number of 5 or more), 1 to 550 out of the range of MR3 determination values 1 to 997. Are assigned to the non-reach out-of-reach fluctuation pattern (PA1-3), 551 to 700 are assigned to the normal reach out-of-reach fluctuation pattern (PA2-1), and 701 to 850 are out of super reach α. It is assigned to the fluctuation pattern (PA2-2), and 851 to 930 are assigned to the fluctuation pattern (PA2-3) out of super reach β, and 931 to 970 are assigned to the fluctuation pattern (PA2) out of super reach γ. -4) is assigned, and 971 to 997 are assigned to the fluctuation pattern (PA2-5) out of super reach δ.

Further, in the deviation pattern determination table D, the shortened non-reach deviation variation pattern (PA1-4), the normal reach deviation variation pattern (PA2-1), and the super reach α deviation variation pattern corresponding to the time reduction control are performed. (PA2-2), fluctuation pattern of super reach β out of alignment (PA2-3), fluctuation pattern of super reach γ out of alignment (PA2-4), fluctuation pattern of super reach δ out of alignment (PA2-5) A predetermined random number value is assigned as a determination value in the range that the MR3 can take.

As shown in FIG. 8-14 (D), in the deviation pattern determination table D (for high base and medium), 1 to 550 of the judgment value ranges 1 to 997 of MR3 are non-reach deviation variations. It is assigned to the pattern (PA1-4), and 551 to 700 are assigned to the fluctuation pattern of normal reach loss (PA2-1), and 701 to 850 are assigned to the fluctuation pattern of super reach α loss (PA2-2). 851 to 930 are assigned to the fluctuation pattern of super reach β out of order (PA2-3), and 931 to 970 are assigned to the fluctuation pattern of out of super reach γ (PA2-4). Therefore, 971 to 997 are assigned to the fluctuation pattern (PA2-5) out of the super reach δ.

As described above, when the deviation pattern determination tables A to D are used, the ratio for determining the non-reach variation pattern and the normal reach variation pattern is set higher than the ratio for determining the super reach variation pattern. When the deviation pattern determination tables A to D are used, 701 to 850 of the determination values are the fluctuation patterns of the super reach α deviation, and 851 to 930 are the deviation patterns of the super reach β, regardless of the fluctuation pattern determination table. Fluctuation patterns, 931 to 970 are assigned to the fluctuation patterns of the super reach γ, and 971 to 997 are assigned to the fluctuation patterns of the super reach δ, that is, when the variable display result is out of alignment, the super reach Since the fluctuation pattern is determined by a common determination ratio, it is possible to prevent the effect from being lowered due to the variable display according to the fluctuation pattern of the super reach not being executed.

In the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment, as the deviation pattern, the fluctuation pattern of the super reach α deviation, the fluctuation pattern of the super reach β deviation, the fluctuation pattern of the super reach γ deviation, and the fluctuation pattern of the super reach δ deviation Although the respective determination ratios exemplify the completely same form between the set values, the present invention is not limited to this, and these fluctuation patterns of the super reach α deviation and the fluctuation of the super reach β deviation are illustrated. The determination ratios of the pattern, the fluctuation pattern of the super reach γ deviation, and the fluctuation pattern of the super reach δ deviation may be different for each set value.

It should be noted that the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment exemplifies a mode in which the determination rate of the fluctuation pattern of the super reach is the same when the variable display result is out of alignment, but the present invention is limited to this. If the variable display result is out of alignment, the determination ratios of all the fluctuation patterns of non-reach, normal reach, and super reach may be the same, and the fluctuation of either non-reach and normal reach may be the same. Only the pattern determination rate may be the same.

The non-reach non-reach variation pattern (PA1-2) has a shorter variation time than the non-reach non-reach variation pattern (PA1-1) without shortening, and the non-reach variation pattern (PA1-2) is shorter than the non-reach variation pattern (PA1-2). The deviation pattern (PA1-3) has a shorter fluctuation time (see FIG. 8-6). Therefore, when the number of reserved memories increases, the non-reach out-of-reach fluctuation pattern with a short fluctuation time is determined, so that the reserved memories are easily digested, and the number of reserved memories reaches the upper limit of 4. By winning a start prize while the player is in the game, it becomes difficult for a useless start prize to be stored, and when the number of stored memories decreases, the fluctuation time is long and the non-reach is out of reach. By determining the pattern (PA1-1), the variable display time becomes longer, so that it is possible to prevent the game from being less interesting due to the variable display not being executed.

Further, in the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment, as shown in FIGS. 8-14 (A) to 8-14 (C), the variation is made by using the deviation pattern determination table that differs depending on the total number of reserved storages. Although the form of determining the pattern is illustrated, the present invention is not limited to this, and the number of reserved memories in the special symbol to be changed (for example, when the variable display of the first special symbol is executed, the first The variation pattern may be determined using a variation pattern determination table for deviation, which differs depending on the number of reserved memory of the special symbol and the number of reserved memory of the second special symbol when the variable display of the second special symbol is executed.

Further, the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment illustrates a mode in which there is a one-to-one correspondence between whether or not to execute the reach effect and which reach effect is to be executed for each determined fluctuation pattern. The present invention is not limited to this, and whether or not the effect control CPU 120 executes the reach effect based on the special figure variation time of the variation pattern, the variable display result, etc., and which reach effect is executed. You may decide whether to do it by lottery.

The RAM 102 included in the game control microcomputer 100 shown in FIG. 8-1 may be a backup RAM in which a part or all of the RAM 102 is backed up by a backup power source created on a predetermined power supply board. That is, even if the power supply to the pachinko gaming machine 1 is stopped, a part or all of the contents of the RAM 102 are stored for a predetermined period (until the capacitor as the backup power supply is discharged and the backup power supply cannot be supplied with power). To. In particular, at least the data corresponding to the game state, that is, the control state of the game control means (such as the special figure process flag) and the data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls may be stored in the backup RAM. The data according to the control state of the game control means is data necessary for recovering the control state before the occurrence of the power failure or the like based on the data when the data is restored after the power failure or the like occurs. Further, the data corresponding to the control state and the data indicating the number of unpaid prize balls are defined as the data indicating the progress state of the game.

Such a RAM 102 is provided with a game control data holding area (not shown) as an area for holding various data used for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. The game control data holding area includes a first special figure holding storage unit, a second special drawing holding storage unit, a normal drawing holding storage unit, a game control flag setting unit, a game control timer setting unit, and a game control counter. It has a setting unit and a game control buffer setting unit.

The first special figure reservation storage unit is a special figure in which the game ball passes (enters) through the first start winning opening formed by the winning ball device 6A and a starting prize (first starting winning) is generated, but has not yet been started. The reserved data of the game (the special figure game using the first special figure in the first special symbol display device 208SG004A) is stored. As an example, the first special figure reservation storage unit associates the winning order (the order of detecting the game ball) with the holding number with the first starting winning opening, and satisfies the first starting condition in the passage (entry) of the game ball. The random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, the numerical data indicating the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern, etc. extracted from the random number circuit 104 or the like by the CPU 103 based on , Store until the number of stored items reaches a predetermined upper limit value (for example, "4"). The hold data stored in the first special figure hold storage unit in this way indicates that the execution of the special figure game using the first special figure is suspended, and the variable display result (special figure display result) in this special figure game. ) Will be the pending information that makes it possible to determine whether or not it will be a big hit.

In the second special figure reservation storage unit, the game ball passes (enters) through the second start winning opening formed by the variable winning ball device 6B, and a starting winning (second starting winning) occurs, but the special drawing has not been started yet. The reserved data of the figure game (the special figure game using the second special figure in the second special symbol display device 208SG004B) is stored. As an example, the second special figure reservation storage unit associates the winning order (the order of detecting the game ball) with the holding number with the second starting winning opening, and satisfies the second starting condition in the passage (entry) of the game ball. The random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result, the random number value MR2 for determining the jackpot type, and the numerical data indicating the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern, which are extracted from the random number circuit 104 or the like by the CPU 103 based on , Store until the number reaches a predetermined upper limit (for example, "4"). The hold data stored in the second special figure hold storage unit in this way indicates that the execution of the special figure game using the second special figure is suspended, and the variable display result (special figure display result) in this special figure game. ) Will be the pending information that makes it possible to determine whether or not it will be a big hit.

It should be noted that the hold information (first hold information) based on the establishment of the first start condition due to the game ball passing (entering) through the first start winning opening and the game ball passing (entering) through the second start winning opening. The hold information (second hold information) based on the establishment of the second start winning prize may be stored in association with the hold number in the common hold storage unit. In this case, the start port data indicating which of the first start winning opening and the second starting winning opening the game ball has passed (entered) may be included in the hold information and stored in association with the hold number. ..

The normal figure hold storage unit stores the hold information of the normal figure game that has not yet been started by the normal symbol display 208SG020 even though the game ball that has passed through the passing gate 41 is detected by the gate switch 21. For example, the normal map holding storage unit is associated with the hold numbers in the order in which the game balls pass through the passage gate 41, and is for determining the normal figure display result extracted from the random number circuit 104 or the like by the CPU 103 based on the passage of the game balls. Numerical data indicating the random number value MR4 of the above is set as pending data, and is stored until the number reaches a predetermined upper limit value (for example, “4”).

The game control flag setting unit is provided with a plurality of types of flags that can update the state according to the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, the game control flag setting unit stores data indicating a flag value and data indicating an on state or an off state for each of a plurality of types of flags.

The game control timer setting unit is provided with various timers used to control the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, the game control timer setting unit stores data indicating timer values for each of a plurality of types of timers.

The game control counter setting unit is provided with a plurality of types of counters for counting the count values used for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, the game control counter setting unit stores data indicating count values for each of a plurality of types of counters. Here, the game control counter setting unit may be provided with a random counter for the CPU 103 to count a part or all of the game random numbers so that they can be updated by software.

In the random counter of the game control counter setting unit, a random number value not generated by the random number circuit 104, for example, numerical data indicating the random number values MR2 to MR4 is stored as a random count value, and periodically according to the execution of the software by the CPU 103. Numerical data indicating each random number value is updated targetly or irregularly. The software executed by the CPU 103 to update the random count value may be for updating the random count value separately from the operation of updating the numerical data in the random number circuit 104, or may be extracted from the random number circuit 104. The random count value may be updated by performing a predetermined process such as scramble processing or arithmetic processing on all or a part of the numerical data.

The game control buffer setting unit is provided with various buffers for temporarily storing data used for controlling the progress of the game in the pachinko gaming machine 1. For example, the game control buffer setting unit stores data indicating buffer values in each of a plurality of types of buffers.

Further, the RAM 122 mounted on the effect control board 12 is provided with an effect control data holding area as an area for holding various data used for controlling the effect operation. The effect control data holding area includes an effect control flag setting unit, an effect control timer setting unit, an effect control counter setting unit, and an effect control buffer setting unit.

In the effect control flag setting unit, there are a plurality of types that can update the state according to the effect operation state such as the display state of the effect image on the screen of the image display device 5 and the effect control command transmitted from the main board 11. A flag is provided. For example, the effect control flag setting unit stores data indicating a flag value and data indicating an on state or an off state for each of a plurality of types of flags.

The effect control timer setting unit is provided with a plurality of types of timers used for controlling the progress of various effect operations such as the display operation of the effect image on the screen of the image display device 5. For example, the effect control timer setting unit stores data indicating timer values for each of a plurality of types of timers.

The effect control counter setting unit is provided with a plurality of types of counters used to control the progress of various effect operations. For example, the effect control counter setting unit stores data indicating the count values of the plurality of types of counters.

The effect control buffer setting unit is provided with various buffers for temporarily storing data used for controlling the progress of various effect operations. For example, the effect control buffer setting unit stores data indicating buffer values in each of a plurality of types of buffers.

In addition, the data constituting the start winning command buffer is stored in the predetermined area of the effect control buffer setting unit. The command buffer received at the time of starting winning corresponds to the storage area (buffer numbers "1-1" to "1-4" corresponding to the maximum value (for example, "4") of the total number of reserved storages in the first special figure reserved storage. A storage area (area corresponding to the buffer number "1-0") corresponding to the first special figure during variable display is provided. Further, in the start winning command buffer, the storage area (buffer numbers "2-1" to "2-4" corresponding to the maximum value (for example, "4") of the total number of reserved storages in the second special figure reserved storage is stored. (Area corresponding to) and a storage area (area corresponding to the buffer number “2-0”) corresponding to the second special figure during variable display are provided. When there is a start prize to the 1st start winning opening or the 2nd starting winning opening, the starting opening winning designation command (1st starting opening winning designation command or the 2nd starting opening winning designation command) or the hold memory number notification command ( Commands such as the first hold storage number notification command or the second hold storage number notification command) are transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 as one set. The storage area corresponding to the 1st special figure hold storage and the storage area corresponding to the 2nd special figure hold storage in the received command buffer at the time of starting winning associate these commands, and the 1st special figure hold storage and the 2nd special figure hold storage. Figure A storage area (entry) for storing separately from the reserved storage is secured.

The stored contents of these storage areas (entries) will be described later when the start condition is satisfied and the variable display of the highest held storage (buffer number "1-1" or buffer number "2-1") is started. It is shifted up one by one so that it does.

The effect control CPU 120 stores the command at the time of starting winning to the first starting winning opening from the beginning (the entry with the youngest buffer number) in the empty entry corresponding to the first special figure hold storage of the received command buffer at the time of starting winning. At the time of starting winning to the second starting winning opening, the command is stored from the beginning (the entry with the youngest buffer number) in the empty entry corresponding to the second special figure hold storage of the received command buffer at the time of starting winning. At the time of starting winning, the starting opening winning designation command to the hold storage number notification command are sequentially transmitted. Therefore, when the command is received, each command is stored in the storage area corresponding to each of the end "1" to "4" of the buffer number corresponding to the first special figure hold storage or the second special figure hold storage. I will go.

Next, the process executed by the CPU 103 in the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment will be described. FIG. 8-15 is a flowchart showing the start winning determination process (S101) shown in FIG. In the start winning determination process, as shown in FIG. 8-15, the CPU 103 first receives a detection signal from the first start opening switch 22A provided corresponding to the first start winning opening formed by the winning ball device 6A. Based on this, it is determined whether or not the first start port switch 22A is on (208SGS501a). At this time, if the first start port switch 22A is on (208SGS501a; Y), the number of reserved special figures reserved for the special figure game using the first special figure is the predetermined upper limit value (the number of reserved stored figures of the first special figure). For example, it is determined whether or not the upper limit storage number is "4") (208SGS502). The CPU 103 may specify the first special figure reserved storage number by reading, for example, the first reserved storage number count value which is the stored value of the first reserved storage number counter provided in the game control counter setting unit. When the number of reserved storages in the first special figure is not the upper limit value (208SGS502; N), for example, the stored value of the start port buffer provided in the game control buffer setting unit is set to "1" (208SGS503).

When the first start port switch 22A is off at 208SGS501a (208SGS501a; N), or when the first special figure hold storage number reaches the upper limit value at 208SGS502 (208SGS502; Y), the variable winning ball device 6B It is determined whether or not the second start port switch 22B is ON based on the detection signal from the second start port switch 22B provided corresponding to the second start winning opening formed by the player (208SGS501b). At this time, if the second start port switch 22B is on (208SGS501b; Y), the second special figure reserved storage number, which is the reserved storage number of the special figure game using the second special figure, is a predetermined upper limit value (. For example, it is determined whether or not the upper limit storage number is "4") (208SGS505). The CPU 103 may specify the second special figure reserved storage number by reading, for example, the second reserved storage number count value which is the stored value of the second reserved storage number counter provided in the game control counter setting unit. When the second special figure hold storage number is not the upper limit value in 208SGS505 (208SGS505; N), for example, the stored value of the start port buffer provided in the game control buffer setting unit is set to "2" (208SGS506).

When the second start port switch is not on (208SGS501b; N) or when the second special figure reserved storage number is the upper limit value (208SGS505; Y), the start winning determination process ends.

After executing any of the processes of 208SGS503 and 208SGS506, the special figure hold storage number corresponding to the start port buffer value, which is the stored value of the start port buffer, is updated to be added by 1 (208SGS507). For example, when the start port buffer value is "1", the first hold storage count value is added by 1, while when the start port buffer value is "2", the second hold storage count value is added by 1. In this way, the first reserved memory count value is set to 1 when the game ball passes (enters) the first start winning opening and the first start condition corresponding to the special figure game using the first special figure is satisfied. Updated to increase. The second hold memory count value is set to 1 when the game ball passes (enters) the second start winning opening and the second start condition corresponding to the special figure game using the second special figure is satisfied. Updated to increase. At this time, the total number of reserved storages is also updated to be added by 1 (208SGS508). For example, the total hold storage count value, which is the stored value of the total hold storage counter provided in the game control counter setting unit, may be updated so as to be added by 1.

After executing the process of 208SGS508, the CPU 103 uses the random number value MR1 for determining the special figure display result and the jackpot type determination from among the numerical data updated by the random number circuit 104 and the random number of the game control counter setting unit. Numerical data indicating the random number value MR2 and the random number value MR3 for determining the fluctuation pattern is extracted (208SGS509). Numerical data indicating each random number value extracted in this way is stored by being set as hold information at the beginning of an empty entry in the special figure hold storage unit corresponding to the start port buffer value (208SGS510). For example, when the start port buffer value is "1", numerical data indicating random numbers MR1 to MR3 are stored in the first special figure reservation storage unit, while when the start port buffer value is "2", the first 2 Numerical data indicating random values MR1 to MR3 are stored in the special figure hold storage unit.

The numerical data indicating the random value MR1 for determining the special figure display result and the random value MR2 for determining the jackpot type determines whether or not the variable display result of the special symbol or decorative symbol is set as "big hit", and further, the variable display result. It is used to determine the type of big hit when it is called "big hit". The random value MR3 for determining the variation pattern is used to determine the variation pattern including the variable display time of the special symbol or the decorative symbol. By executing the process of 208SGS509, the CPU 103 extracts numerical data indicating all of the random number values used for determining the variable display result of the special symbol or the decorative symbol and the variable display mode including the variable display time.

Following the processing of the 208SGS510, the transmission setting of the start port winning designation command according to the start port buffer value is performed (208SGS 511). For example, when the start port buffer value is "1", the storage address of the first start port winning designation command table in the ROM 101 is stored in the buffer area specified by the send command pointer in the send command buffer. The setting for transmitting the first start opening prize designation command to 12 is made. On the other hand, when the start port buffer value is "2", the storage address of the second start port winning designation command table in the ROM 101 is stored in the buffer area of the transmission command buffer, so that the effect control board 12 is used. Make settings to send the second start port winning designation command. The start port winning designation command set in this way is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by, for example, executing the command control process of S27 shown in FIG. 4 after the special symbol process process is completed. Will be done.

Following the process of 208SGS511, the random number value determination process at the time of winning is executed (208SGS512). After that, for example, the hold storage number notification command is transmitted to the effect control board 12 by storing the storage address of the hold storage number notification command table in the ROM 101 in the buffer area specified by the transmission command pointer in the transmission command buffer. (208SGS513). The hold storage number notification command set in this way is transmitted from the main board 11 to the effect control board 12 by, for example, executing the command control process of S27 shown in FIG. 4 after the special symbol process process is completed. Will be done.

After executing the process of 208SGS513, it is determined whether or not the start port buffer value is "1" (208SGS514). At this time, if the start port buffer value is "1" (208SGS514; Y), the start port buffer is cleared, the stored value is initialized to "0" (208SGS515), and then the process proceeds to 208SGS501b. On the other hand, when the start port buffer value is "2" (208SGS514; N), the start port buffer is cleared, the stored value is initialized to "0" (208SGS516), and then the start winning determination process is performed. To finish. As a result, even when both the first start port switch 22A and the second start port switch 22B simultaneously detect a valid start prize for the game ball, the process based on the detection of both valid start prizes can be reliably completed.

FIG. 8-16 (A) is a flowchart showing an example of the process executed by the 208 SGS 512 of FIG. 8-15 as the winning random number value determination process. When the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol is started in the feature unit 043IW, the game state, the special symbol for executing the variable display, and the display according to the set value in the special symbol normal processing (step S22 in FIG. 5) are started. Select the result judgment table (see FIGS. 8-7 to 8-10), and use the selected display result judgment table to set the special figure display result (variable display result of the special symbol) as a "big hit" and make a big hit game state. It is determined whether or not to control the game and whether or not to control the special figure display result as a "small hit" in the small hit game state.

On the other hand, apart from these determinations, the CPU 103 executes the winning random number value determination processing of 208SGS512 at the timing when the game ball is detected at the starting winning opening (first starting winning opening or second starting winning opening). Therefore, it is determined whether or not it is determined that the big hit symbol or the small hit symbol is stopped and displayed as the special symbol display result, and whether or not the variable display mode of the decorative symbol becomes the predetermined display mode accompanied by super reach. Do. As a result, it is determined whether or not to make a big hit or a small hit before the variable display of the special symbol or the decorative symbol based on the detection of the game ball that has entered the start winning opening is started, that is, at the start of the variable display. It is determined that the special figure display result is "big hit" or "small hit" and the variable display mode of the decorative symbol is the variable display mode of which category, and based on this judgment result. Then, as will be described later, the effect control CPU 120 or the like executes the pre-reading advance notice effect such as the hold display advance notice effect.

In the winning random number value determination process shown in FIG. 8-16 (A), the CPU 103 first confirms the state of the time saving flag and the probability variation flag provided in, for example, the game control flag setting unit 208SG152, for pachinko gaming. The current gaming state of the machine 1 is specified (208SGS521). The CPU 103 identifies that it is in the probability change state (high probability high base state) when the probability change flag is on, and is in the time saving state (low probability high base state) when the probability change flag is off and the time saving flag is on. When both the probability variation flag and the time saving flag are off, it is sufficient to specify that the normal state (low probability low base state).

Following the processing of the 208SGS521, the CPU 103 specifies a set value set in the pachinko gaming machine 1 (208SGS522). Next, the display result determination table according to the current game state, the start opening buffer value, and the set value is selected and set (208SGS524).

Specifically, when the start port buffer value is "1", the set value is 1, and the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state, the first special figure shown in FIG. 8-7 (A) is used. When the display result judgment table is set and the set value is 1 and the game state is the probability change state, the display result judgment table for the first special figure shown in FIG. 8-7 (B) is set and the set value is 2. When the game state is the normal state or the time saving state, the display result determination table for the first special figure shown in FIG. 8-7 (C) is set, the set value is 2, and the game state is the probable change state. If there is, set the display result determination table for the first special figure shown in FIG. 8-7 (D), and if the set value is 3 and the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state, FIG. 8-7 (E). ) Is set, and when the set value is 3 and the gaming state is in the probabilistic state, the display result judgment table for the first special figure shown in FIG. 8-7 (F) is set. To set.

Further, when the start port buffer value is "1", the set value is 4, and the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state, the first special figure display result determination shown in FIG. 8-8 (A) is determined. When the table is set and the set value is 4 and the gaming state is in the probabilistic state, the display result determination table for the first special figure shown in FIG. 8-8 (B) is set, and the set value is 5 and When the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state, the display result determination table for the first special figure shown in FIG. 8-8 (C) is set, and when the set value is 5 and the gaming state is the probabilistic state. When the display result determination table for the first special figure shown in FIG. 8-8 (D) is set and the set value is 6 and the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state, it is shown in FIG. 8-8 (E). The display result determination table for the first special figure is set, and when the set value is 6 and the gaming state is the probabilistic state, the display result determination table for the first special figure shown in FIG. 8-8 (F) is set. ..

Further, when the start port buffer value is "2", when the set value is 1 and the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state, the display result determination for the second special figure shown in FIG. 8-9 (A) is determined. When the table is set and the set value is 1 and the gaming state is the probabilistic state, the display result determination table for the second special figure shown in FIG. 8-9 (B) is set, and the set value is 2 and When the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state, the display result determination table for the second special figure shown in FIG. 8-9 (C) is set, and when the set value is 2 and the gaming state is the probabilistic state. When the display result determination table for the second special figure shown in FIG. 8-9 (D) is set and the set value is 3 and the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state, it is shown in FIG. 8-9 (E). The display result judgment table for the second special figure is set, and when the set value is 3 and the gaming state is the probabilistic state, the display result judgment table for the second special figure shown in FIG. 8-9 (F) is set. ..

Further, when the start port buffer value is "2", when the set value is 4 and the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state, the display result determination for the second special figure shown in FIG. 8-10 (A) is determined. When the table is set and the set value is 4 and the gaming state is in the probabilistic state, the display result determination table for the second special figure shown in FIG. 8-10 (B) is set, and the set value is 5 and When the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state, the display result determination table for the second special figure shown in FIG. 8-10 (C) is set, and when the set value is 5 and the gaming state is the probabilistic state. When the display result determination table for the second special figure shown in FIG. 8-10 (D) is set and the set value is 6 and the gaming state is the normal state or the time saving state, it is shown in FIG. 8-10 (E). The display result judgment table for the second special figure is set, and when the set value is 6 and the gaming state is the probabilistic state, the display result judgment table for the second special figure shown in FIG. 8-10 (F) is set. ..

After setting the display result determination table, the variable display result determination module (208SGS525) performs a process of determining whether the special figure display result is "big hit", "small hit", or "missing". In the variable display result judgment module, the numerical range of the big hit judgment value or the small hit judgment value in the set variable display result judgment table is compared with the value of the random number value MR1 for the special figure display result judgment, and the disorder is described. If the value of the numerical value MR1 is within the numerical range of the big hit judgment value, the variable display result is judged as a big hit, and if the value of the random value MR1 is within the numerical range of the small hit judgment value, the variable display result is judged as a small hit. Then, if the value of the random number value MR1 is outside the numerical range of the big hit determination value and outside the numerical range of the small hit determination value, the variable display result may be determined to be out of range.

Then, the CPU 103 determines whether or not the 208SGS525 determines that the variable display result is a big hit (208SGS526). When it is determined that the hit is not a big hit (208SGS526; N), it is determined whether or not the variable display result is determined to be a small hit in the 208SGS525 (208SGS527). When it is determined that the small hit does not occur, that is, when it is determined that the variable display is out of alignment (208SGS527; N), the first symbol designation is a symbol designation command corresponding to the variable display result being "out of alignment". The command transmission setting is executed (208SGS527a), and it is determined whether or not the time saving flag is set, that is, whether or not the current gaming state is the time saving state (208SGS528).

When the time saving flag is not set (208SGS528; N), the deviation pattern determination table A shown in FIG. 8-14 is selected and set, and the process proceeds to 208SGS536 (208SGS529). When the time saving flag is set. (208SGS528; Y) selects and sets the deviation pattern determination table D shown in FIG. 8-14 (D), and proceeds to 208SGS536 (208SGS530).

When it is determined by the 208SGS526 that the variable display is a big hit (208SGS526; Y), the big hit type is determined based on the random number value MR2 for determining the big hit type and the big hit type determination table (208SGS533). At this time, the CPU 103 responds to the fluctuation special figure (“first special figure” corresponding to “1” or “second special figure” corresponding to “2”) specified corresponding to the start port buffer value. , Select the jackpot type determination table data from the table data that composes the jackpot type determination table. Then, by referring to the selected jackpot type determination table data, it is determined which of the plurality of types the jackpot type is determined.

Further, a symbol designation command according to the determined jackpot type, that is, a second symbol designation command when the jackpot is A, a third symbol designation command when the jackpot is B, and a fourth symbol when the jackpot is C. The transmission setting of the symbol designation command is executed (208SGS534), and then the jackpot fluctuation pattern determination table shown in FIG. 8-13 (A) is selected and set as a table for determining the jackpot fluctuation pattern (208SGS535). ), Proceed to 208SGS536.

Further, when the 208SGS527 determines that a small hit is obtained in the variable display (208SGS527; Y), the transmission setting of the sixth symbol designation command, which is a symbol designation command corresponding to the variable display result being a "small hit". Is executed (208SGS531), the variation pattern determination table for small hits shown in FIG. 8-13 (B) is selected and set (208SGS532), and the process proceeds to 208SGS536.

In the feature unit 043IW, in the deviation pattern determination table A to the deviation variation pattern determination table D, determination values of 1 to 700 are commonly assigned to the non-reach variation pattern and the normal reach variation pattern. 701 to 997 are assigned a fluctuation pattern of super reach.

Therefore, when the variable display result is out of alignment, the variation pattern is determined using the deviation pattern determination table A or the deviation pattern determination table D, so that the determination of non-reach and super reach is the determination. Even if the number of reserved memories changes later, it will always be a non-reach or super reach fluctuation pattern. Therefore, in the determination at the time of starting winning, the deviation pattern determination table A or the deviation pattern determination table D is used to determine the variation pattern. Is to be judged.

After executing any of the processes of 208SGS529, 208SGS530, 208SGS532,208SGS535, the variation pattern determination table set in each of these steps and the numerical data indicating the random number value MR3 for the variation pattern determination are used to perform disturbance. The variation category according to the range of determination values including the numerical value MR3 is determined (208SGS536). In this feature unit 043IW, as shown in FIG. 8-16 (B), when at least the variable display result is "off", the variable display mode is "non-reach" in common regardless of the total number of reserved storages. Variable category, variable display mode of "super reach", variable display mode other than "non-reach" and "super reach" (for example, normal reach and small hit), and "other" variable category. It suffices if it is possible to determine whether or not the variable category is determined based on the random number value MR3.

After that, after making a setting for transmitting the variable category designation command according to the determination result by the processing of 208SGS536 to the effect control board 12 (208SGS537), the random number value determination process at the time of winning is terminated.

The symbol designation command and the variable category designation command are transmitted when the CPU 103 executes a command control process.

Next, the processing executed by the effect control CPU 120 in the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment will be described. FIG. 8-17 is a flowchart showing the variable display start setting process (S171) shown in FIG. 7.

In the variable display start setting process, the effect control CPU 120 first determines whether or not the first variable display start command reception flag is set (208SGS271). When the first variable display start command reception flag is set (208SGS271; Y), it corresponds to the buffer numbers "1-0" to "1-4" of the first special figure hold storage in the start winning command buffer. The various command data and various flags that are attached and stored are shifted upward by one buffer number (S272). The contents of the buffer number "1-0" are deleted because they cannot be shifted because there is no shift destination.

If the first variable display start command reception flag is not set in the 208SGS271 (208SGS271; N), it is determined whether or not the second variable display start command reception flag is set (208SGS273). If the second variable display start command reception flag is not set (208SGS273; N), the variable display start setting process is terminated, and if the second variable display 2 start command reception flag is set (208SGS273; Y). ), Various command data and various flags stored in association with the buffer numbers "2-0" to "2-4" of the second special figure hold storage in the received command buffer at the time of starting winning are stored for one buffer number. It shifts to the upper side one by one (208SGS274). The contents of the buffer number "2-0" are deleted because they cannot be shifted because there is no shift destination.

After executing the 208SGS272 or 208SGS274, the effect control CPU 120 reads the variation pattern designation command from the variation pattern designation command storage area (208SGS275).

Next, the display result (stop symbol) of the decorative symbol is determined according to the data stored in the display result designation command storage area (that is, the received display result designation command) (208SGS276). In this case, the effect control CPU 120 determines the stop symbol of the decorative symbol according to the display result specified by the display result specification command, and stores the data indicating the determined stop symbol of the decorative symbol in the decorative symbol display result storage area. To do.

When the received display result specification command is the second variable display result specification command corresponding to the jackpot A, for example, a decorative symbol in which three symbols are even-numbered as a stop symbol is used in the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment. Determine the combination (big hit symbol). Further, when the received display result specification command is the third variable display result specification command corresponding to the jackpot B, for example, as a stop symbol, a decorative symbol in which 3 symbols are arranged in odd numbers other than "7" and "3" Determine the combination (big hit symbol). Then, when the received display result specification command is the fourth variable display result specification command corresponding to the jackpot C, for example, a combination of decorative symbols in which three symbols are aligned with "7" or "3" as stop symbols (big hit). Design) is decided. When the received display result specification command is the fifth variable table uncle result specification command indicating a small hit, for example, three consecutive numbers such as "123" and "246", and three consecutive even numbers (or three consecutive even numbers). Determine the combination of decorative symbols (small hit symbol) such as (odd number). Then, when the received display result designation command is the first variable display result designation command indicating loss, for example, a combination of decorative symbols (missing symbols) different from the above-mentioned large hit symbol or small hit symbol is determined.

In determining these stop symbols, the effect control CPU 120 uses, for example, a stop symbol determination table in which random numbers for determining stop symbols are extracted and data indicating a combination of decorative symbols and numerical values are associated with each other. Then, the stop symbol of the decorative symbol may be determined. That is, the stop symbol may be determined by selecting data indicating a combination of decorative symbols corresponding to the numerical value corresponding to the extracted random number.

After the execution of 208SGS276, the effect control CPU 120 determines whether or not the variation pattern of the variable display is a variation pattern of super reach (208SG277). Whether or not the variation pattern of the variable display is a variation pattern of super reach may be specified from the variation pattern specification command read out in 208SG275. When the variation pattern of the variable display is the variation pattern of the super reach (208SG277; Y), whether or not to execute the operation effect (and the pre-effect or action effect related to the operation effect) described later during the reach effect. The operation effect determination process (208SGS278) for determining the mode to be executed is executed, and the process proceeds to 208SGS279. If the variable display variation pattern is not the super reach variation pattern (208SG277; N), the process proceeds to 208SGS279 without executing the process of 208SGS278.

Then, in the 208SGS279, the effect control CPU 120 executes a advance notice effect determination process for determining whether or not to execute the advance notice effect described later in the variable display and the effect pattern of the advance notice effect (208SGS279). In this feature unit 043IW, the notice production (title production, dialogue production, and cut-in production) described later can be executed even during the period after the start of the super reach production, but in addition to these notice productions, In the non-reach fluctuation pattern, it is possible to execute during variable display, and in the normal reach and super reach fluctuation patterns, a notice effect is provided so that it can be executed during the period from the start of variable display to the timing of reach. You may.

After the execution of the 208SGS279, the effect control CPU 120 selects an effect control pattern (process table) according to the variable pattern designation command and the contents of the determined various effects (208SGS280). Then, the process timer in the process data 1 of the selected process table is started (208SGS281).

In the process table, display control execution data for controlling the display of the image display device 5, lamp control execution data for controlling the lighting of each LED, and sound output from the speakers 8L and 8R are controlled. The sound control execution data, the operation unit control execution data for controlling the operation of the push button 31B and the stick controller 31A, and the like are arranged in order in chronological order in association with each process data n (1 to N). There is. The operation effect determined by 208SGS278, the pre-effect and action effect related to the operation effect, and each advance notice effect determined by 208SGS279 are realized by executing the process according to the selected process table.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 displays the effect device (image display as an effect component) according to the contents of the process data 1 (display control execution data 1, lamp control execution data 1, sound control execution data 1, operation unit control execution data 1). It executes control of the device 5, various lamps as production parts, speakers 8L and 8R as production parts, and operation units (push button 31B, stick controller 31A, etc.) (208SGS282). For example, the image display device 5 outputs a command to the display control unit 123 in order to display an image according to the fluctuation pattern. Further, a control signal (lamp control execution data) is output to the lamp control board 14 in order to control lighting / extinguishing of various lamps. Further, in order to output the voice from the speakers 8L and 8R, the control signal (sound number data) is output to the voice control board 13.

In the feature unit 043IW of the present embodiment, the effect control CPU 120 controls the variation pattern designation command so that the decorative pattern is variably displayed according to the variation pattern corresponding to one-to-one. May select the variation pattern to be used from a plurality of types of variation patterns corresponding to the variation pattern specification command.

Then, a value corresponding to the fluctuation time (variable display time) specified by the fluctuation pattern designation command is set in the fluctuation time timer (208SGS283). Further, a predetermined time is set in the fluctuation control timer (208SGS284). The predetermined time is, for example, 30 ms, and each time the predetermined time elapses, the effect control CPU 120 writes image data indicating the display state of the left, middle, and right decorative symbols to the VRAM, and the display control unit 123 writes the image data to the VRAM. A signal corresponding to the image data is output to the image display device 5, and the image display device 5 displays an image according to the signal to realize variable display of the decorative pattern. Next, the value of the effect control process flag is updated to a value corresponding to the effect processing during variable display (S172), and the variable display start setting process is terminated (208 SGS285).

Next, the operation effect determination process (step 208SGS278) executed in the variable display start setting process (S171) will be described. FIG. 8-18 is a flowchart showing an example of an operation effect determination process (step 208SGS278) executed by the effect control CPU 120 in the variable display start setting process shown in FIG. 8-17.

The feature unit 043IW is configured to execute an operation effect during the super reach effect when the variable display variation pattern is a super reach variation pattern.

As for the operation effect, during the super reach effect, a promotion notification for prompting the operation of the operation unit (for example, push button 31B, stick controller 31A, etc.) is performed, and the operation of the operation unit in response to the promotion notification is detected (or). Based on the elapse of a predetermined operation validity period), a result notification indicating the variable display result of the variable display is performed (for example, a notification that the variable display is a "big hit" or a "missing") is performed.

In the feature unit 043IW, as an effect mode of the operation effect, the first promotion notification for prompting the operation of the push button 31B is performed, and the operation of the push button 31B is detected (or the predetermined operation valid period has elapsed). Based on this, the first aspect in which the result notification is performed and the second promotion notification for prompting the operation of the stick controller 31A are performed, and the operation of the stick controller 31A is detected (or the predetermined operation valid period has elapsed). A second aspect is provided in which the result notification is performed based on the above. The operation effect of the second aspect is configured so that the ratio of "big hit" being notified as a result notification is higher than that of the operation effect of the first aspect, and the advantage (expectation of big hit, etc.) is higher. .. In addition, in this feature unit 043IW, a high advantage is not limited to a high expectation of a big hit, but a high expectation that a large number of balls will be ejected during a big hit game, and a probability change state is controlled after the big hit game. It is a concept that includes a high degree of expectation that the state after the big hit game is advantageous, such as being done and the number of time reductions increases. For example, in addition to the configuration in which the ratio of "big hit" being notified as a result notification is higher when the operation effect of the second aspect is executed than when the operation effect of the first aspect is executed, "big hit" The jackpot C, which is a 15-round jackpot, is notified at a high rate, and the jackpot B and jackpot C, which execute high-accuracy control and time-saving control after the end of the jackpot game state, are notified. It is realized by applying a configuration in which the ratio is increased.

Further, in the feature unit 043IW, the second promotion notification is performed (that is, the advantage is high) before the operation effect is executed (specifically, before the promotion notification is performed) in relation to the operation effect. (The operation effect of the second aspect is performed) The pre-effect that displays the suggestion icon suggesting the possibility is configured to be executable.

Further, in the present feature unit 043IW, the promotion notification image is changed (that is, the promotion notification) by causing the suggestion icon displayed by the pre-effect to act on the promotion notification image displayed as the promotion notification in relation to the operation effect. (And changing the mode of the promotion effect) The action effect is configured to be feasible.

In the operation effect determination process, the effect control CPU 120 first determines the mode of the operation effect (step 005IWS001). The feature unit 043IW is configured to execute an operation effect during the super reach effect when it is a fluctuation pattern of the super reach. However, the present feature unit is not limited to such a configuration, and the type of super reach is not limited to this. Depending on the situation, the operation effect may or may not be executed, or the operation effect may be determined by lottery.

FIG. 8-19 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of an operation effect determination table. In step 005IWS001, a random number for determining the effect is extracted, the operation effect determination table is referred to, and the operation effect is performed based on whether the variable display result of the variable display corresponds to "big hit" or "missing". The aspect is determined to be either the first aspect (button type) or the second aspect (button type → stick type).

In the operation effect of the first aspect (button type), as the first promotion notification for prompting the operation of the push button 31B, a first promotion notification image imitating the push button 31B is displayed on the image display device 5, and the operation of the push button 31B is performed. Is detected (or the predetermined operation validity period has elapsed), and the result notification is performed.

In the operation effect of the second aspect (button type → stick type), after the first promotion notification image imitating the push button 31B is displayed on the image display device 5, the first promotion notification image imitates the stick controller 31A. Based on the fact that the second promotion notification image is changed to the second promotion notification image to prompt the operation of the stick controller 31A and the operation of the stick controller 31A is detected (or the predetermined operation valid period has elapsed). The result is notified. Hereinafter, it may be expressed that the operation effect of the first aspect changes to the operation effect of the second aspect, but this is after the first promotion notification image imitating the push button 31B is displayed on the image display device 5. The first promotion notification image is changed to a second promotion notification image that imitates the stick controller 31A, and the second promotion notification that prompts the operation of the stick controller 31A is performed, that is, strictly speaking, the second aspect (strictly speaking, in advance. It is determined to execute the operation effect of button type → stick type), which means that the effect is executed based on the decision. Further, it may be expressed that the operation effect of the first aspect does not change to the operation effect of the second aspect, but this is pushed as the first promotion notification for prompting the operation of the push button 31B in the image display device 5. When the first promotion notification image imitating the button 31B is displayed and the first promotion notification image does not change to the second promotion notification image, that is, strictly speaking, when the operation effect of the first aspect (button type) is executed in advance. It means that it is decided and the production is executed based on the decision.

In the operation effect determination table shown in FIG. 8-19, determination values corresponding to random numbers for effect determination are assigned to each variable display result, but in order to simplify the explanation, the ratio of the assigned determination values is It is shown. That is, for each variable display result, the ratio of whether the mode of the operation effect is determined as the first mode (button type) or the second mode (button type → stick type) is shown. In this example, in addition to the operation effect determination table shown in FIG. 8-19, the description of each advance effect determination table shown in FIG. 8-20 and each advance notice effect determination table shown in FIG. 8-23 is simplified. Therefore, the ratio of which decision is decided is shown.

The features of the operation effect determination table will be described. As shown in FIG. 8-19, in the operation effect determination table, when the variable display result is "big hit", the operation effect is the second mode (button type) as compared with the case of "missing". Judgment values are assigned so that the ratio of the mode (button type → stick type) is high. With such a configuration, when the operation effect of the second aspect (button type → stick type) is executed, the jackpot expectation is higher than when the operation effect of the first aspect (button type) is executed. Will be suggested.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 determines the mode of the pre-effect (step 005IWS002).

FIG. 8-20 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a pre-production determination table. FIG. 8-20 (A) is the first pre-effect determination table [for big hit] used when the variable display result is a big hit, and FIG. 8-20 (B) is used when the variable display result is out of order. This is the second pre-production decision table [for removal]. In step 005IWS002, the pre-effect determination table is selected based on the variable display result. Then, a random number for determining the effect is extracted, the selected pre-effect determination table is referred to, and the operation effect determined in step 005IWS001 corresponds to either the first mode or the second mode in advance. The aspect of the effect is determined to be one of the first aspect (suggestion icon × 0), the second aspect (suggestion icon × 1), the third aspect (suggestion icon × 2), and the fourth aspect (suggestion icon × 3). ..

In the pre-production of the first aspect (suggestion icon x 0), there is a possibility that a second promotion notification image imitating the stick controller 31A is displayed (that is, the operation effect of the second aspect (button type → stick type) is executed. The suggestion icon suggesting (possible) is not displayed.

Further, in the pre-effect of the second aspect (suggestion icon × 1), one suggestion icon is displayed, and in the pre-effect of the third aspect (suggestion icon × 2), two suggestion icons are displayed, and the fourth aspect (suggestion icon × 2). In the pre-production of the suggestion icon x 3), three suggestion icons are displayed.

In the feature unit 043IW, the suggestion icons are sequentially displayed in association with each notice effect (title effect, dialogue effect, and cut-in effect) described later. Therefore, the number of suggestion icons displayed in each mode of the pre-effect is the number finally displayed after each advance notice effect (title effect, dialogue effect, and cut-in effect).

The features of the pre-production decision table will be described. As shown in FIGS. 8-20 (A) and 8-20 (B), in each pre-effect determination table, when the mode of the operation effect determined in step 005IWS001 is the second mode, it is better than when it is the first mode. However, the determination value is assigned so that the ratio of the pre-production in which the number of suggested icons displayed is large is high. With such a configuration, it is suggested that there is a high possibility that the operation effect of the second aspect (button type → stick type) is executed when the pre-effect of the aspect having a large number of suggestion icons is executed. become. Specifically, the second aspect is in the order of the fourth aspect (suggestion icon x 3)> the third aspect (suggestion icon x 2)> the second aspect (suggestion icon x 1)> the first aspect (suggestion icon x 0). It is suggested that there is a high possibility that the operation effect of (button type → stick type) will be executed.

Even if the variation pattern of the super reach is configured so that there are times when the operation effect is executed and times when the operation effect is not executed, the mode of the pre-effect is determined only when the operation effect is executed. Alternatively, the mode of the pre-effect may be determined even when the operation effect is not executed (that is, the pre-effect is executed and the suggestion icon is displayed, but the operation effect is not executed).

Here, the jackpot expectation degree suggested by the combination of the pre-effect and the operation effect in the feature unit 043IW will be described.

FIG. 8-21 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the jackpot expectation degree by the combination of the pre-effect and the operation effect. FIG. 8-21 shows an example in which the jackpot probability is 1/250, the probability that super reach occurs (that is, the probability that the operation effect is executed) is 98/100 at the jackpot, and 2/100 at the miss. ing. The jackpot expectation of each combination shown in FIG. 8-21 is calculated as follows, for example.

First, the total appearance rate of each combination is calculated. The total appearance rate of each combination is the appearance rate of the combination when the variable display result is a big hit and has a fluctuation pattern of super reach, and the appearance rate of the combination when the variable display result is out of order and has a fluctuation pattern of super reach. It is expressed as the sum of the appearance rate of the combination. That is, the total appearance rate of each combination indicates the rate at which the combination appears when the variable display is executed once. Therefore, when the total appearance rate is high, the execution frequency of the combination is high, and when the total appearance rate is low, the execution frequency of the combination is low.

For example, in the combination of the operation effect of the first aspect and the pre-effect of the first aspect, the jackpot probability (1/250), the super reach probability at the time of the jackpot (98/100), and the jackpot at the time of the jackpot in the operation effect determination table The determination ratio of the "first aspect" (40/100) and the determination ratio of the "first aspect" when the mode of the operation effect in the first pre-effect determination table for big hit is the first aspect (5/100). The appearance rate (19600/250000000) in the case of a big hit is calculated by the product of. In addition, the probability of loss (249/250), the probability of super reach at the time of a big hit (2/100), the determination ratio of the "first mode" at the time of loss in the operation effect determination table (70/100), and the probability of loss (70/100) The appearance rate (348600/250000000) in the case of a big hit is calculated by multiplying the determination ratio (10/100) of the "first aspect" when the mode of the operation effect in the second pre-effect determination table is the first aspect. It is calculated. Then, the total appearance rate is calculated by the sum of these appearance rates (368200/250000000≈0.00147).

The jackpot expectation of each combination is the appearance rate of the combination in the case of a jackpot divided by the total appearance rate of the combination. That is, the jackpot expectation of each combination indicates the rate at which the display result of the variable display becomes a jackpot when the combination is executed.

For example, in the combination of the operation effect of the first aspect and the pre-effect of the first aspect, the appearance rate (19600/250000000) in the case of a big hit is divided by the total appearance rate (368200/250000000≈0.00147) ( ≈0.053) is the expected jackpot.

In the feature unit 043IW, as shown in FIG. 8-21, the operation effect of the second aspect has a higher expectation of a big hit than the operation effect of the first aspect. Further, as shown in FIG. 8-20, the larger the number of suggestion icons displayed by the pre-effect, the higher the possibility that the operation effect of the second aspect will be executed. However, even if the operation effect of the second aspect is not executed and the operation effect of the first aspect is executed, as shown in FIG. 8-21, the larger the number of suggestion icons displayed by the pre-effect, the bigger the hit. It is configured to have high expectations. With such a configuration, attention can be paid to the mode of the pre-production, and the production effect can be improved.

Further, in the present feature unit 043IW, as shown in FIG. 8-21, when the operation effect of the second aspect is executed, the number of suggestion icons displayed by the pre-effect (that is, the mode of the pre-effect) is increased. , The jackpot expectation is different.

Specifically, when the mode of the pre-effect executed before the operation effect of the second mode is executed is the first mode (suggestion icon × 0), the jackpot expectation degree is 61.2%, and the second mode ( When the suggestion icon x 1), the jackpot expectation is 41.2%, when the third aspect (suggestion icon x 2) is, the jackpot expectation is 22.8%, and when the fourth aspect (suggestion icon x 3) is. The jackpot expectation is 28.2%.

That is, there is a possibility that the operation effect of the second aspect is executed as compared with the first aspect (suggestion icon × 0) and the second aspect (suggestion icon × 1) before the operation effect of the second aspect is executed. When the pre-production of the third aspect (suggestion icon x 2) or the fourth aspect (suggestion icon x 3) is executed, the larger the number of suggestion icons, the higher the expectation of big hit. ing.

On the other hand, before the operation effect of the second aspect is executed, the operation effect of the second aspect can be executed as compared with the third aspect (suggestion icon × 2) and the fourth aspect (suggestion icon × 3). When the pre-production of the first aspect (suggestion icon x 0) and the second aspect (suggestion icon x 1), which have low characteristics, is executed, the smaller the number of suggestion icons, the higher the expectation of big hit. Has been done. That is, when the pre-effect of the mode suggesting that the operation effect of the second aspect is unlikely to be executed is executed, but the operation effect of the second aspect is executed (or the total appearance rate is low and rare. It can be said that a combination of pre-effects and operation effects with a high degree is executed), the jackpot expectation is high. With such a configuration, it is possible to make the player feel unexpected, and the first aspect (suggestion icon × 0) and the second aspect suggesting that the operation effect of the second aspect is unlikely to be executed. Even when the pre-production of (suggestion icon x 1) is executed, it is possible to have expectations until the end.

Not limited to the example shown in FIG. 8-21, the larger the number of suggestion icons displayed before the operation effect of the second aspect is executed, the higher the expectation of big hit may be.

When the mode of the pre-effect is determined in step 005IWS002, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether to execute the pre-effect by any of the second aspect, the third aspect, and the fourth aspect (step 005IWS003). Then, when the pre-effect is executed by any one of the second aspect, the third aspect, and the fourth aspect, the effect control CPU 120 determines the mode of the action effect (step 005IWS004).

FIG. 8-22 (A) is an explanatory diagram showing an example of an action effect determination table. In step 005IWS004, the mode of the action effect is determined to be one of the first aspect, the second aspect, and the third aspect based on the mode of the pre-effect and the mode of the operation effect with reference to the action effect determination table.

In the feature unit 043IW, the first promotion notification image displayed as the promotion notification of the operation effect is provided with a six-step meter, and when the action effect of causing the suggestion icon to act on the first promotion notification image is executed. , The meter amount provided in the first promotion notification image increases (see FIG. 8-24). Then, when the meter amount provided in the first promotion notification image reaches the maximum of six stages, the first promotion notification image changes to the second promotion notification mode (that is, from the operation effect of the first mode to the second mode). It changes to the operation effect).

In the action effect of the first aspect, the suggestion icon (1 piece) displayed by the pre-effect acts on the first promotion notification image, and the meter amount provided in the first promotion notification image is two stages out of six stages. Increases to. The first promotion notification image does not change to the second promotion notification image (that is, the operation effect of the first aspect does not change to the operation effect of the second aspect).

In the action effect of the second aspect, the suggestion icons (two) displayed by the pre-effect act on the first promotion notification image, and the meter amount provided in the first promotion notification image is 4 stages out of 6 stages. Increases to. The first promotion notification image does not change to the second promotion notification image (that is, the operation effect of the first aspect does not change to the operation effect of the second aspect).

In the action effect of the third aspect, the suggestion icons (1 to 3) displayed by the pre-effect act on the first promotion notification image, and the meter amount provided in the first promotion notification image is out of 6 stages. Increases up to a maximum of 6 levels. Then, the first promotion notification image changes to a second promotion notification image (that is, the operation effect of the first aspect changes to the operation effect of the second aspect).

In the example shown by the feature unit 043IW, the first promotion notification image is not changed to the second promotion notification image unless the meter amount is increased up to the maximum of 6 steps, but the configuration is limited to such a configuration. Instead, even if it increases only to an intermediate stage due to the action effect, it may change from the first promotion notification image to the second promotion notification image after that.

Further, in the case where a plurality of types of suggestion icons are provided, it may be determined that the meter amount increases up to a maximum of 6 steps when a specific type of suggestion icon is used.

FIG. 8-22 (B) is an explanatory diagram showing the generation rate of the action effect for each pre-effect. As shown in FIGS. 8-22 (A) and 8-22 (B), the feature unit 043IW can execute the action effects of a plurality of modes, and a plurality of modes of the pre-effects can be executed depending on which mode of the pre-effects is executed. It is configured so that the ratio of which mode of the action effect is executed is different. With such a configuration, it is possible to give diversity to the production and improve the interest.

When the mode of the action effect is determined in step 005IWS004, the operation effect determination process ends. When the pre-effect of the first aspect (suggestion icon x 0) and the operation effect of the second aspect (button type → stick type) are executed in combination, the action effect is not executed and a predetermined effect is performed. At the timing (for example, the same timing as when the action effect is executed), a special effect that changes from the first promotion notification image to the second promotion notification image is executed. By being configured to be able to execute such a special effect, it is possible to give unexpectedness and effectively notify that the big hit expectation is high.

Next, the advance notice effect determination process (step 208SGS279) executed in the variable display start setting process (S171) will be described. In the advance notice effect determination process (step 208SGS279), when the variable display variation pattern is a super reach variation pattern, the advance notice effect related to the super reach (in this example, the title effect, the dialogue effect, and the cut-in effect). Determine the pattern of.

FIG. 8-23 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of the advance notice effect determination table. FIG. 8-23 (A) shows a first notice effect determination table used when the determined mode of the pre-effect is the first mode (suggestion icon x 0) [pre-effect: first mode (suggest icon x 0). [For], and FIG. 8-23 (B) shows the second advance notice effect determination table [pre-effect: second aspect (1)) used when the determined mode of the pre-effect is the second mode (suggestion icon × 1). [For suggestion icon x 1)], and FIG. 8-23 (C) shows the third notice effect determination table [pre-effect] used when the determined mode of the pre-effect is the third mode (suggest icon x 2). : For the third aspect (suggestion icon x 2)], and FIG. 8-23 (D) shows the fourth notice effect used when the determined mode of the pre-effect is the fourth aspect (suggestion icon x 3). The determination table [preliminary effect: for the fourth aspect (suggestion icon x 3)].

In step 208SGS279, the advance notice effect determination table is selected based on the determined mode of the advance effect. Then, a random number for determining the effect is extracted, and the pattern of the advance effect is determined with reference to the selected advance notice effect determination table.

In the feature unit 043IW, the title effect, the dialogue effect, and the cut-in effect are sequentially executed after the start of the super reach and before the execution of the action effect and the operation effect.

The title effect displays a title image that notifies the start of the super reach effect on the image display device 5. The title effect includes a normal mode in which the title image is displayed in white and a special mode in which the title image is displayed in red. Then, when the title effect of the special aspect is executed, one suggestion icon is assigned to the image display device 5, and display control is performed in which the added suggestion icon is stored until it is used by the action effect (FIG. 8). -24 (A1)).

In the dialogue effect, the image display device 5 displays a dialogue image showing the dialogue of the character appearing in the super reach effect. The dialogue effect includes a normal mode in which the dialogue image is displayed in white and a special mode in which the dialogue image is displayed in red. Then, when the dialogue effect of the special aspect is executed, one suggestion icon is given to the image display device 5, and the display control is performed in which the given suggestion icon is stored until it is used by the action effect (FIG. 8). -24 (A1)).

In the cut-in effect, the image display device 5 cuts in and displays the cut-in image during the super reach effect. The cut-in effect includes a normal mode in which the cut-in image is displayed in white and a special mode in which the cut-in image is displayed in red. Then, when the cut-in effect of the special aspect is executed, one suggestion icon is given in the image display device 5, and the display control is performed in which the given suggestion icon is stored until it is used by the action effect (FIG. 8-24 (A1)).

In this way, the title effect, the dialogue effect, and the cut-in effect are configured to be an opportunity for the suggestion icon to be added and stored, and to be an effect suggesting that the suggestion icon is displayed. .. With such a configuration, it is possible to make other productions interested in relation to the pre-production, and it is possible to improve the interest.

Not limited to the configuration example shown in this feature 005IW, a suggestion icon is added to an effect executed after the start of the variable display and before the start of the super reach, and a look-ahead effect executed before the start of the variable display. It may be an effect that triggers the storage (that is, an effect that suggests that a suggestion icon is displayed). Further, it may be such that two or more suggestion icons are added and stored with one effect as an opportunity. For example, when the execution mode of the effect is the normal mode (white), the suggestion icon is not given, and when the execution mode is the first special mode (red), one suggestion icon is given, and the second special mode (gold) is given. ), Two suggestion icons may be added. In this case, the ratio of execution is different depending on whether the normal mode (white), the first special mode (red), or the second special mode (gold) is executed according to the type of effect, the execution timing, and the like. You may.

The features of each notice production decision table will be described. As shown in FIG. 8-23 (A), when it is decided to execute the pre-effect of the first aspect (suggestion icon × 0), the title effect, the dialogue effect, and the cut-in effect are all normal. It is executed in the embodiment, and the suggestion icon is determined in the first pattern which is not given.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-23 (B), when it is decided to execute the pre-effect of the second aspect (suggestion icon × 1), only the title effect is executed in the special mode. The pattern is determined at a rate of 40%, only the dialogue effect is determined at a rate of 40% for the third pattern, which is executed in a special mode, and the cut-in effect is determined at a rate of 20% for the fourth pattern, which is executed in a special mode. It is determined.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-23 (C), when it is decided to execute the pre-effect of the third aspect (suggestion icon × 2), the title effect and the dialogue effect are executed in the special mode. The fifth pattern is determined at a rate of 40%, the title effect and the cut-in effect are executed in a special mode, and the sixth pattern is determined at a rate of 30%, and the dialogue effect and the cut-in effect are executed in a special mode. The 7th pattern is determined at a rate of 30%.

Further, as shown in FIG. 8-23 (D), when it is decided to execute the pre-effect of the fourth aspect (suggestion icon × 3), the title effect, the dialogue effect, and the cut-in effect are eventually performed. Is also performed in a special embodiment and is determined in the eighth pattern to which three suggestion icons are added.

In the feature unit 043IW, the title effect, the dialogue effect, and the cut-in effect are all effects that suggest that the suggestion icon is displayed (that is, they are given and stored), and are shown in FIGS. 8-23. As described above, the ratio of the suggestion icons displayed is different from each other.

Specifically, in the second notice effect determination table shown in FIG. 8-23 (B), the cut-in effect is executed in a special mode (that is, the suggestion icon is added and stored by the cut-in effect). The pattern is less likely to be determined than the second or third pattern in which the title or dialogue effect is performed in a special mode. Similarly, in the third notice effect determination table shown in FIG. 8-23 (C), the sixth pattern in which the cut-in effect is executed in a special mode (that is, the suggestion icon is added and stored by the cut-in effect) and The seventh pattern is determined at a lower rate than the fifth pattern in which the title effect and the dialogue effect are performed in a special mode. That is, the cut-in effect is executed in a special mode at a lower rate than the title effect and the dialogue effect, and the suggestion icon is displayed (that is, given and stored) at a lower rate. With such a configuration, it is possible to make the advance notice effect interesting in relation to the advance effect, and it is possible to give a feature to each type of the advance notice effect, and it is possible to improve the interest.

Here, the problem of operation production will be described. The operation validity period of the operation unit is used for the operation effect of notifying the result of whether or not the variable display result is a big hit based on the detection of the operation of the operation unit (for example, the stick controller 31A or the push button 31B). Some of them are configured to change the mode of the promotion notification (for example, the operation promotion image) for prompting the operation of the operation unit with time to change the degree of expectation of a big hit. However, in such a configuration, there is a problem that the mode of the promotion notification does not change when the operation is performed early in the operation effective period, and the effect of the effect is poor.

Therefore, in the present feature unit 043IW, the pre-effect is executed prior to the start of the promotion notification by the operation effect (that is, before the operation valid period of the operation unit), and the mode of the promotion notification by the operation effect changes depending on the mode of the pre-effect. It is configured to suggest the possibility (that is, the possibility that the operation effect of the highly expected aspect is executed). With such a configuration, the effect suggesting the possibility that the mode of the promotion notification (and the mode of the operation effect) may change is executed without being omitted, and the effect of the effect can be improved.

Further, in the feature unit 043IW, regarding the promotion notification of the operation effect, the advance notice promotion notification period in which only the promotion notification image imitating the push button 31B or the stick controller 31A is displayed (for example, FIG. 8-24 (A2) described later). (A3), (B2), (B3) period) and the promotion notification image imitating the push button 31B or stick controller 31A, as well as the character display of "press!" Or "close!" A promotion notification period (for example, the period shown in FIGS. 8-24 (A4) and (B4) described later) is provided. The notice promotion notification period is the period during which the operation of the operation unit is not effective (that is, the period during which the result notification is not performed even if the operation is performed), and the effective promotion notification period is the period during which the operation of the operation unit is effective (that is, the period during which the operation of the operation unit is effective). The period during which the result is notified when the operation is performed).

Then, in the present feature unit 043IW, the change of the mode of promotion notification (and the mode of operation effect) is configured to be performed during the notice promotion notification period. With such a configuration, the effect of changing the mode of the promotion notification (and the mode of the operation effect) can be executed without being omitted, and the effect of the effect can be improved.

Further, in the present feature unit 043IW, not only in the operation effect of the first aspect (button type) but also in the operation effect of the second aspect (button type → stick type), the push button 31B is used at the beginning of the advance notice promotion notification period. The imitated first promotion notification image is displayed on the image display device 5. Then, in the case of the operation effect of the second aspect (button type → stick type), the suggestion icon acts on the first promotion notification image by the action effect, and changes from the first promotion notification image to the second promotion notification image. (See FIGS. 8-24 (B2) to (B4)). With such a configuration, it is possible to easily recognize that the mode of the operation effect has been upgraded (that is, the mode has changed to a mode having a higher expectation of a big hit), and it is possible to improve the interest.

Next, execution examples of the pre-effect, the action effect, and the operation effect will be described. FIG. 8-24 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a pre-effect, an action effect, and an operation effect.

8-24 (A1), (A2), (A3), and (A4) show the pre-production of the second aspect (suggestion icon x 1) and the first aspect (meter amount up to 2 out of 6 stages). An example is shown in which the action effect of (increase) and the operation effect of the first aspect (button type) are executed.

Specifically, in the image display device 5, when any of the title effect, the dialogue effect, and the cut-in effect is executed by a special mode while the super reach effect is being executed, one suggestion icon is given. The display control that is stored is performed as a preliminary effect. In the example shown in FIG. 8-24 (A1), one suggestion icon 005IW001 is displayed in the upper right of the display area of the image display device 5.

Next, in the advance notice promotion notification period of the operation effect, the first promotion notification image 005IW002 imitating the push button 31B is displayed in the lower center of the display area of the image display device 5. The first promotion notification image 005IW002 is provided with a 6-step meter, and the initial meter amount displayed is 0 step.

Next, when the action effect of the first aspect is executed, as shown in FIG. 8-24 (A2), one suggestion icon 005IW001 moves and collides with the first promotion notification image 005IW002, and FIG. As shown in 24 (A3), the meter amount of the first promotion notification image 005IW002 that one suggestion icon 005IW001 collided with (acted) increases to 2 out of 6 stages.

However, in this example, the meter amount does not change from the first promotion notification image to the second promotion notification image unless the meter amount is increased up to 6 stages out of the 6 stages. Therefore, as shown in FIG. 8-24 (A4), the first promotion notification image 005IW002 does not change from the first promotion notification image to the second promotion notification image (that is, it does not become the operation effect of the second aspect). The character display of "Press!" Is displayed in the vicinity of, and the effective promotion notification period of the operation effect is started.

8-24 (B1), (B2), (B3), and (B4) show the pre-production of the third aspect (suggestion icon x 2) and the third aspect (meter amount up to 6 out of 6 stages). An example is shown in which the action effect of (increase) and the operation effect of the second aspect (button type → stick type) are executed.

Specifically, in the image display device 5, when the super reach effect is executed, if two of the title effect, the dialogue effect, and the cut-in effect are executed by a special mode, two suggestion icons are given. Display control that is performed and stored is performed as a preliminary effect. In the example shown in FIG. 8-24 (B1), two suggestion icons 005IW001 are displayed in the upper right of the display area of the image display device 5.

Next, in the advance notice promotion notification period of the operation effect, the first promotion notification image 005IW002 imitating the push button 31B is displayed in the lower center of the display area of the image display device 5.

Next, when the action effect of the third aspect is executed, as shown in FIG. 8-24 (B2), the two suggestion icons 005IW001 move toward the first promotion notification image 005IW002 and collide with each other, and FIG. As shown in 24 (B3), the meter amount of the first promotion notification image 005IW002 in which the two suggestion icons 005IW001 collide (act) increases up to the maximum of 6 steps out of 6 steps.

Then, as shown in FIG. 8-24 (B4), the first promotion notification image changes to the second promotion notification image 005IW003 (that is, the operation effect of the second aspect is achieved), and the image changes to the vicinity of the second promotion notification image 005IW003. The character display of "Press!" Is displayed, and the effective promotion notification period of the operation effect is started.

The configuration of the feature unit 043IW is not limited to the one described above, and the following modifications may be applied.

(Modification example 1)
For example, in step 005IWS001, an operation effect determination table as shown in FIG. 8-25 may be used. FIG. 8-25 shows a modified example of the operation effect determination table.

In the operation effect determination table shown in FIG. 8-25, the first aspect (white button type) of the operation effect mode is based on whether the variable display result of the variable display corresponds to "big hit" or "missing". ), The second aspect (white button type → red button type), the third aspect (white button type → large button type), and the fourth aspect (white button type → stick type).

In the operation effect of the first aspect (white button type), as the first promotion notification for urging the operation of the push button 31B, a white first promotion notification image imitating the push button 31B (hereinafter, the first promotion notification image (white)). (Also referred to as) is displayed on the image display device 5, and the result notification is performed based on the fact that the operation of the push button 31B is detected (or the predetermined operation valid period has elapsed).

In the operation effect of the second aspect (white button type → red button type), after the first promotion notification image (white) is displayed on the image display device 5, the red first promotion notification image (hereinafter, first promotion) is displayed. The result notification is performed based on the fact that the operation of the push button 31B is detected (or the predetermined operation valid period has elapsed) after changing to the notification image (also referred to as red).

In the operation effect of the third aspect (white button type → large button type), after the first promotion notification image (white) is displayed on the image display device 5, the first promotion notification image (hereinafter, hereafter, large size) in red is displayed. The result notification is performed based on the fact that the operation of the push button 31B is detected (or the predetermined operation valid period has elapsed) instead of changing to the first promotion notification image (also referred to as large).

In the operation effect of the fourth aspect (white button type → stick type), after the first promotion notification image (white) is displayed on the image display device 5, the first promotion notification image imitates the stick controller 31A. 2 The promotion notification image is changed to the second promotion notification that prompts the operation of the stick controller 31A, and the operation of the stick controller 31A is detected (or the predetermined operation valid period has elapsed). The result is notified.

In the modified example shown in FIG. 8-25, a plurality of types of operation notification images used for operation notification of the operation effect are provided. In addition, any of the first promotion notification image (white) to the first promotion notification image (red), the first promotion notification image (large), and the second promotion notification image displayed at the beginning of the advance notice promotion notification period of the operation effect. It is configured to be changeable. Then, the ratio of changing from the first promotion notification image (white) to which promotion notification image (that is, what kind of operation effect is finally obtained) is configured to be different.

Specifically, at the time of disengagement, the ratio of the first promotion notification image (white) remaining unchanged is the highest, and when it changes, the first promotion notification image (red)> the first promotion notification image (large)> first. 2 The ratio of the promotion notification images displayed after the change is high in this order. At the time of a big hit, the ratio of the first promotion notification image (white) that does not change is the lowest, and if it changes, the second promotion notification image> the first promotion notification image (large)> the first promotion notification image (red). ) Is displayed after the change. That is, in addition to whether or not the promotion notification image changes, the expected degree of jackpot suggested by which type the promotion notification image changes is configured to be different. With such a configuration, it is possible to give diversity to the production, and it is possible to pay attention to which type of operation promotion image is changed, and it is possible to improve the interest.

(Modification 2)
Further, for example, in step 005IWS002, each pre-production determination table as shown in FIGS. 8-26 may be used. FIG. 8-26 shows a modified example of the pre-production determination table.

In the pre-effect determination table shown in FIG. 8-26, the first mode (suggestion) is based on whether the mode of the operation effect determined in step 005IWS001 corresponds to the first mode or the second mode. It is determined to be one of the icon × 0), the second aspect (white suggestion icon × 2), the third aspect (white suggestion icon × 1, red suggestion icon × 1) and the fourth aspect (red suggestion icon × 2).

In the pre-production of the first aspect (suggestion icon x 0), the suggestion icon is not displayed, and in the pre-production of the second aspect (white suggestion icon x 2), the white suggestion icon (hereinafter, also referred to as white suggestion icon) is displayed. Two are displayed, and in the pre-production of the third aspect (white suggestion icon × 1, red suggestion icon × 1), one white suggestion icon and one red suggestion icon (hereinafter, also referred to as red suggestion icon) are displayed. In the pre-production of the fourth aspect (red suggestion icon × 2), two suggestion icons (red) are displayed.

In the modified example shown in FIGS. 8-26, a plurality of types of suggestion icons used in the pre-production are provided. Then, in addition to the number of suggested icons displayed, the rate at which the operation promotion image changes according to which type of suggested icon is displayed (that is, the operation effect of the second mode (button type → stick type)). Is configured to be executed differently.

Specifically, even if the number of suggestion icons is the same, the larger the number of red suggestion icons, the more the operation promotion image changes (that is, the operation effect of the second mode (button type → stick type) is executed. It is configured so that the ratio) is high. With such a configuration, it is possible to give diversity to the production, and it is possible to pay attention to the types of suggestion icons, which can improve the interest.

In this feature unit 043IW, the configuration of the modification 1 and the configuration of the modification 2 may be applied in combination. For example, a plurality of types of operation notification images having different jackpot expectations are provided, and a plurality of types of suggestion icons used in the pre-production are provided. In addition to the number of suggestion icons displayed, any type of suggestion icon is displayed. In addition to the rate at which the operation-promoting image changes, the rate at which the operation-promoting image changes may differ depending on the situation.

Further, for example, when a specific type of suggestion icon is displayed, it may be determined that the image changes to an operation promotion image of a type equal to or higher than a specific jackpot expectation.

Further, in addition to the configuration of the feature unit 043IW, for example, the setting value set by the effect related to the operation effect may be suggested. For example, when the setting value has a high advantage (for example, any of the setting values "4" to "6"), the frequency at which a specific type of suggestion icon is displayed by the pre-effect and the operation effect The frequency of change to a specific type of operation promotion image may be increased, or the operation promotion image may be easily changed by a specific number (for example, a small number) of suggestion icons. Further, for example, the specific type of suggestion icon displayed by the pre-effect and the specific type of operation promotion image displayed by the operation effect may be displayed only when the setting value has a high advantage. ..

(Direction mode)
Next, the effect mode will be described. The feature unit 043IW is configured to be controllable in any of a plurality of types of effect modes in which the possibility of a big hit occurring during the period controlled in the time saving state is different in the time saving state. That is, the feature unit 043IW is configured so that the possibility of a big hit occurring in the time saving state is suggested by different expectations depending on the type of the effect mode controlled in the time saving state.

At the end of the big hit game, the feature unit 043IW determines which of the plurality of types of effect modes to control after the end of the big hit game. Then, after the jackpot game is completed, when the time saving control is executed and the time saving state is reached, the control is performed in the determined effect mode. In principle, the effect mode controlled after the end of the jackpot game ends at the same time when the time reduction control ends (for example, for a non-time reduction state, which is different from any of the first to fourth normal effect modes and special effect modes described later). (Transitioned to the production mode of). Although the details will be described later, there is a case where the initial effect mode is shifted to another effect mode during the period when the time reduction control is performed.

Next, the effect mode determination process executed in the ending effect process (S177) will be described. FIG. 8-27 is a flowchart showing an example of the effect mode determination process.

In the effect mode determination process, the effect control CPU 120 selects an effect mode determination table for determining the effect mode based on the set value (step 043IWS101).

FIG. 8-28 is an explanatory diagram showing the contents of the effect mode and an example of the effect mode determination table. FIG. 8-28 (A) shows the contents of the effect mode. Further, FIG. 8-28 (B) shows a first effect mode determination table used when the set value is set to any of 1 to 3, and FIG. 8-28 (C) shows. Indicates a second effect mode determination table used when the set value is set to any of 4 to 6.

In step 043IWS101, when the set setting value is any of 1 to 3, the first effect mode determination table shown in FIG. 8-28 (A) is selected, and the set value is 4 to 6. If either is the case, the second effect mode determination table shown in FIG. 8-28 (B) is selected.

Next, the effect control CPU 120 determines the effect mode using the effect mode determination table selected in step 043IWS101 (step 043IW102).

As shown in FIG. 8-28 (A), the feature unit 043IW is provided with a first effect mode, a second effect mode, a third effect mode, a fourth effect mode, and a special effect mode as effect modes. ..

Each effect mode is configured to include a first element called a character and a second element called an icon. Further, as the first element of the effect mode, characters A, B, and characters A and B are provided, and as the second element of the effect mode, a blue icon, a red icon, and no icon are provided. That is, a plurality of types of the first element and the second element of the effect mode are provided. In addition, the fact that the second element included in the effect mode has no icon means that the effect mode does not include the second element. That is, in this example, the first element may be included in each effect mode, and the second element may or may not be included in the effect mode. Further, in this example, two types of the first element and the second element are provided as the elements of the effect mode, but the present invention is not limited to such a configuration, and one type may be provided, and three or more types may be provided. It may be.

The first effect mode includes the character A as the first element and the blue icon as the second element (see FIG. 8-31 (1)), and the second effect mode includes the character A as the first element. A mode including a red icon as a second element (see FIG. 8-31 (2)), and a third effect mode including a character B as a first element and a blue icon as a second element. (See FIG. 8-31 (3)), the fourth effect mode includes the character B as the first element and the red icon as the second element (see FIG. 8-31 (4)), and is a special effect. The mode includes characters A and B as the first element, and the second element has no icon (that is, does not include the second element) (see FIG. 8-31 (5)). As described above, in the feature unit 043IW, each effect mode is configured so that the combination of the plurality of types of the first element and the plurality of types of the second element is different.

In step 043IW102, the effect mode is set to one of the first to fourth normal effect modes by lottery based on the number of time reductions controlled after the jackpot game (that is, the type of jackpot that has occurred) using the selected effect mode determination table. It is determined.

For example, when the set value is "1" and the maximum number of time reductions controlled after the big hit game is 30 (that is, when the generated big hit type is 4R normal big hit A or 10R normal big hit A), 55 % Percentage is determined to be the first normal production mode, 25% is determined to be the second normal production mode, 14% is determined to be the third normal production mode, and 6% is determined to be the fourth normal production mode. The mode is determined.

Further, for example, when the set value is "6" and the number of time reductions controlled after the jackpot game is up to the next jackpot (that is, when the generated jackpot type is 4R probability variation jackpot or 10R probability variation jackpot), 6 %% Is determined to be the first normal production mode, 14% is determined to be the second normal production mode, 25% is determined to be the third normal production mode, and 55% is determined to be the fourth normal production mode. The mode is determined.

In this feature unit 043IW, after the jackpot game is completed, the player is notified that the time is controlled by controlling to either the first to fourth normal effect modes, but the time is shortened. The period controlled by the state (that is, whether the number of time reductions controlled after the big hit game is up to 30, 50 or 70 times, or until the next big hit) and the probability change control are executed at the same time as the time reduction control. In principle, it is configured not to notify whether or not it has been done. Even in the period from the time when the big hit occurs to the time when the time saving control is executed after the end of the big hit game, the period controlled to the time saving state and the presence / absence of the probability change control (that is, the big hit type) are configured not to be notified in principle. Has been done.

On the other hand, the feature unit 043IW is configured to determine one of the first to fourth effect modes depending on the period controlled in the time saving state and the presence or absence of the probability variation control. With such a configuration, depending on which production mode is used, the period controlled in the time saving state and the presence / absence of the probability variation control are suggested, and the game entertainment can be improved.

The characteristic of the effect mode determination table shown in FIGS. 8-28 (B) and (C) is that the third normal effect mode and the fourth normal effect mode, which include the character B as the first element, are the characters as the first element. Compared to the first normal effect mode and the second normal effect mode including A, the ratio determined when the period controlled to the time saving state is longer (that is, until the next big hit> 70 times> 50 times> 30 times) is determined. The judgment value is assigned so as to be higher. With such a configuration, when the production mode including the character B as the first element is controlled, the period controlled in the time saving state is shorter than that when the production mode including the character A as the first element is controlled. A long possibility will be suggested. Therefore, in addition to which of the plurality of types of production modes is controlled, it is possible to make an interest in which of the plurality of types of first elements is included in the production mode. You can improve your interest.

In this example, each effect mode is configured to include the first element, but an effect mode including the first element and an effect mode not including the first element may be provided. In this case, it is suggested that the effect mode including the character A as the first element may have a longer period of time controlled in the time saving state than the effect mode not including the first element.

Further, what is characteristic of the effect mode determination table shown in FIGS. 8-28 (B) and (C) is that the second normal effect mode and the fourth normal effect mode including the red icon as the second element are the second elements. As compared to the 1st normal effect mode and the 3rd normal effect mode including the blue icon, the rate of determination when controlled to the probabilistic state (that is, when the number of time reductions is until the next big hit (probability change)) is higher. The judgment value is assigned as such. With such a configuration, when the second element is controlled to the effect mode including the red icon, it is possible that the control is performed in a more probable state than when the second element is controlled to the effect mode including the blue icon. It will be suggested that the sex is high. Therefore, in addition to which of the plurality of types of production modes is controlled, it is possible to make an interest in which of the plurality of types of second elements is included in the production mode. You can improve your interest.

In this example, each effect mode (excluding the special effect mode) is configured to include the second element, but an effect mode that does not include the second element (different from the special effect mode) is provided. You may be. In this case, it is suggested that the effect mode including the blue icon as the second element is more likely to be controlled to the probabilistic state than the effect mode not including the second element.

Due to the combination of the first element and the second element included in the effect mode, in this example, in the first normal effect mode, it is unlikely that the period controlled in the time saving state is long, and it is controlled in the probabilistic state. It is suggested that it is unlikely that there is, and in the second normal production mode, it is unlikely that the period controlled in the time saving state is long, and it is highly likely that it is controlled in the probabilistic state. It is suggested that in the third normal effect mode, there is a high possibility that the period controlled in the time saving state is long, and it is unlikely that the time is controlled in the probabilistic state. In the second normal effect mode, the time saving state is suggested. It is suggested that the period of control is likely to be long and that it is likely to be controlled to the probabilistic state.

In this way, in this feature unit 043IW, depending on the type of effect mode (more specifically, the combination of the first element and the second element), there is a possibility that the time-saving state is controlled for a long period of time, and the probable change state is controlled. It is configured so that it may be different. Then, the period controlled by the time saving state and whether or not it is controlled by the probability change state affect the possibility that a big hit will occur during the period controlled by the time saving state. For example, a longer period is controlled for a time-saving state, and a big hit occurs during a period controlled for a time-saving state when it is controlled for a probabilistic state or not. Is more likely to do.

Then, the feature unit 043IW is configured so that the possibility of a big hit occurring during the period controlled in the time saving state differs depending on the type of the effect mode. In other words, the effect mode can suggest the possibility that a big hit may occur during the period controlled in the time saving state by the combination of the plurality of types of the first element and the plurality of types of the second element. In this example, as the first element, it is suggested that the inclusion of the character B is more likely to cause a big hit during the period controlled to the time saving state than the inclusion of the character A. As two elements, it is suggested that the inclusion of the red icon is more likely to cause a big hit during the period controlled to the time saving state than the inclusion of the blue icon. Therefore, in this example, among the effect modes (here, the first to fourth normal effect modes), the effect mode of the combination including the character B as the first element and the red icon as the second element (that is, the fourth normal effect). The mode) suggests that the jackpot is most likely to occur during the period controlled to the time saving state, and the production mode of the combination including the character A as the first element and the blue icon as the second element (that is, The first normal effect mode) suggests that the jackpot is unlikely to occur during the period controlled in the time saving state.

As described above, the period controlled by the time saving state and whether or not it is controlled by the probabilistic state affect the possibility that a big hit will occur during the period controlled by the time saving state, but the jackpot probabilities are different. In a configuration in which any of the set values can be set, which set value is set also affects the possibility that a big hit will occur during the period controlled in the time saving state. Specifically, the higher the jackpot probability is set to the set value, the higher the possibility that a jackpot will occur during the period controlled in the time saving state.

Therefore, in the present feature unit 043IW, as shown in FIGS. 8-28 (B) and (C), the first effect mode determination table used when the set values are 1 to 3 and the set values 4 to 6 are set. Even if the period controlled in the time saving state and the presence / absence of the probability variation control are the same, the determination ratio of the effect mode is different from that of the first effect mode determination table used in the case of (that is, the determination ratio of the first element). At least one of the determination ratios of the second factor is different).

As shown in FIGS. 8-28 (B) and (C), when the set values 4 to 6 having a relatively high jackpot probability are set, the set values 1 to 3 have a relatively low jackpot probability. The ratio of being determined to the second normal effect mode is higher than that of the first normal effect mode, and the ratio of being determined to the fourth normal effect mode is higher than that of the third normal effect mode. Judgment values are assigned (specifically, when the number of time reductions is 30, 50, or 70 in FIGS. 8-28 (B) and (C). When the number of time reductions is until the next big hit. Will be described later). That is, when the set values 4 to 6 having a relatively high jackpot probability are set, the effect mode suggesting that the jackpot is more likely to occur during the period controlled in the time saving state is determined. The ratio is high (as an element of the effect mode, the ratio of the character B as the first element and the red icon as the second element is high).

With such a configuration, in addition to the period controlled in the time saving state and whether or not it is controlled in the probabilistic state, the determination ratio of the effect mode (that is, the determination ratio of the first element) is determined according to the set value set. And at least one of the determination ratios of the second factor) can be different. That is, it is set according to the type of the effect mode (more specifically, the combination of the first element and the second element) in addition to the period controlled in the time saving state and whether or not it is controlled in the probabilistic state. It is possible to suggest the set values, and to put them together, it is possible to suggest the possibility that a big hit will occur during the period controlled in the time saving state. Therefore, it is possible to make an interest in which of the plurality of types of production modes is controlled (more specifically, the combination of the first element and the second element), and it is possible to improve the interest.

Further, depending on the type of the effect mode (more specifically, the combination of the first element and the second element), it is set in addition to the period controlled in the time saving state and whether or not it is controlled in the probabilistic state. Since the set values are suggested, the degree of expectation regarding the length of the period during which the effect mode is continued is also suggested by combining them. For example, when the effect mode includes the character B as the first element, it is suggested that the effect mode is expected to be continued for a long period of time. From this point of view as well, it is possible to make people interested in which of the multiple types of production modes is controlled (more specifically, the combination of the first element and the second element), which improves the interest. Can be made to.

In addition, in a configuration in which one of a plurality of set values having different jackpot probabilities can be set, if the difference in the set values is reflected too much in the presence / absence of the effect and the execution frequency, the presence / absence of the effect and the execution frequency May make it easier to guess the set value (and if it is estimated that the set value is low, the player's willingness to play may be discouraged), while making it difficult to guess the set value. If you execute, the effect may become monotonous, but in this feature unit 043IW, there are multiple depending on the period controlled in the time saving state, whether or not it is controlled in the probabilistic state, and the set value set. Since the determination ratio of which of the types of production modes is determined (that is, at least one of the determination ratio of the first element and the determination ratio of the second element) is different, such a problem can be solved. ..

Further, as shown in FIGS. 8-28 (B) and (C), when the number of time reductions is up to the next big hit (that is, when the probability variation control is executed), the number of time reductions is 30, 50, 70 times. Contrary to any of the cases, when the setting values 4 to 6 having a relatively high jackpot probability are set, compared to the setting values 1 to 3 having a relatively low jackpot probability. , The determination value is assigned so that the ratio determined to the first normal effect mode is higher than that of the second normal effect mode, and the ratio determined to the third normal effect mode is higher than that of the fourth normal effect mode. There is. That is, when the set values 4 to 6 having a relatively high jackpot probability are set, the effect mode suggesting that the jackpot is less likely to occur during the period controlled in the time saving state is determined. The ratio is high (as an element of the effect mode, the ratio of the character A as the first element and the blue icon as the second element is high).

When the number of time reductions is up to the next big hit (that is, when the probability variation control is executed), a big hit will always occur during the period controlled to the time reduction state, but the jackpot probability is set to a high setting value. The more likely it is that a big hit will occur early. That is, even if the control is performed in the effect mode in which a big hit is likely to occur during the period controlled in the time saving state, there is a high possibility that the effect mode will be terminated before the player fully enjoys the effect mode.

Therefore, in this feature unit 043IW, as shown in FIGS. 8-28 (B) and (C), when the number of time reductions is up to the next big hit (that is, when the probability variation control is executed), the big hit probability is relatively high. The lower setting values 1 to 3 are configured so that the ratio of the effect mode determined to the effect mode suggesting that a big hit is likely to occur during the period controlled in the time saving state is higher. There is. With such a configuration, it is possible to extend the period controlled by the effect mode, which suggests that a big hit is likely to occur during the period controlled in the time saving state, and it is possible to improve the interest.

In this feature unit 043IW, among the set values 1 to 6, the first effect mode determination table is used as the set value having a relatively low jackpot probability when the set values 1 to 6 are set, and when the set values are 4 to 6. The second effect mode determination table is used as a setting value having a relatively high jackpot probability. However, the present invention is not limited to such a configuration, and for example, an effect mode determination table in which the effect mode determination ratio differs for each set value. It may be provided.

Further, as shown in FIG. 28, in addition to the configuration in which the determination ratio of the effect mode is changed according to the set value set, whether or not the period is controlled in the time saving state and the probability change state is controlled, Depending on the jackpot type (for example, the number of rounds in the jackpot game), the determination ratio of the effect mode may be different. Specifically, in the production mode that suggests that the jackpot type is more likely to occur during the period controlled to the time saving state than when the jackpot type is the 4R jackpot. A high percentage of determination may be made (as an element of the effect mode, a high percentage of the character B is determined as the first element and the red icon is determined as the second element). With such a configuration, it is possible to prevent a situation in which the player is discouraged by being controlled to a production mode having a low expectation immediately after the 10R jackpot is completed.

When the effect mode is determined in step 043IWS102 of the effect mode determination process, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the game state after the big hit game is a probabilistic state (step 043IWS103). Then, in the case of the probability variation state (that is, the case of the 4R probability variation jackpot or the 10R probability variation jackpot), the effect control CPU 120 determines the transition timing for shifting to the special effect mode (step 043IWS104).

As described above, in the feature unit 043IW, after the jackpot game is completed, the player is notified that the time is controlled by controlling to any of the first to fourth normal effect modes. However, the period controlled to the time reduction state (that is, whether the number of time reductions is up to 30, 50 or 70 times, or until the next big hit) and the probability change control are executed at the same time as the time reduction control. In principle, it is configured not to notify whether or not it is.

However, if the jackpot type is 4R probability variation jackpot or 10R probability variation jackpot, and after the end of the jackpot game, the time is reduced and the probability variation state is controlled until the next jackpot, a special notification to that effect is given at a predetermined timing. At the same time as the notification effect is executed, it is also configured to shift from any of the first to fourth normal effect modes to the special effect mode (realized by executing the special effect mode transition process described later). .. Therefore, by executing the special effect effect and shifting to the special effect mode, it is definitively notified that the time is reduced and the probability is changed until the next big hit.

FIG. 8-29 is an explanatory diagram showing an example of a special effect mode transition timing determination table. In step 043IWS104, the transition timing to the special effect mode is determined based on the set value set by using the special effect mode transition timing determination table.

As shown in FIG. 8-29, in the feature unit 043IW, after the end of the big hit game, the timing when the number of fluctuations reaches any of 30, 50, 70, and 100 times is set as the transition timing, and the first to first steps are taken. The mode shifts from any of the fourth normal production modes to the special production mode.

The transition to the special production mode is pleasing to the player because it is notified that the time is reduced and the probability change state is controlled until the next big hit (that is, the next big hit is guaranteed). .. However, if the period until the big hit occurs even though it has shifted to the special production mode is too long (that is, if the variable display result is out of order too many times), the impression that the big hit that should occur does not occur is played. It may be given to a person, and on the contrary, the player may be in an uncomfortable state.

Therefore, in the present feature unit 043IW, as shown in FIG. 8-29, when the setting values 1 to 3 having a relatively low jackpot probability are set, the setting values 4 to 6 having a relatively high jackpot probability are set. Judgment values are assigned so that the timing of transition to the special effect mode is delayed (specifically, the determination rate increases in the order of 100 fluctuations> 70> 50> 30 fluctuations) compared to the case where Has been done. With such a configuration, although the mode is changed to the special production mode, the period until the big hit occurs becomes long, giving the player the impression that the big hit that should occur does not occur, and the interest is lowered. Can be suppressed.

Further, in the special effect mode (and the first to fourth normal effect modes), the number of fluctuations in the time saving state may not be displayed on the image display device 5. With such a configuration, it is possible to weaken the impression that the big hit that should occur does not occur even though the mode is shifted to the special effect mode.

In the feature unit 043IW, the ratio of which of the first to fourth normal effect modes is determined differs depending on whether or not the probability change state is controlled. Therefore, the rate of transition to the special effect mode differs depending on which of the first to fourth normal effect modes is used. For example, in the examples shown in FIGS. 8-28 (B) and (C), when the time saving state is until the next big hit (probability change), the fourth normal effect mode> the third normal effect mode> the second normal effect mode> the first 1 The ratio of determination in the order of normal production mode is high. Therefore, the ratio of shifting to the special effect mode increases in the order of the fourth normal effect mode> the third normal effect mode> the second normal effect mode> the first normal effect mode. In some cases, a big hit occurs when the first to fourth normal effect modes are controlled, and the mode does not shift to the special effect mode. Therefore, it is possible to set the ratio of shifting to the special production mode for each production mode in consideration of such a case, or to shift to the special production mode for each production mode without considering such a case. You may set the ratio to do.

In the example shown in FIG. 8-29, the transition timing to the special effect mode is determined based on the set value, but the transition timing to the special effect mode is determined based on the effect mode in addition to the set value. You may do so. For example, even if the set values are the same, in the case of the 4th normal effect mode, the rate of early transition timing is high, and in the case of the 1st normal effect mode, the rate of late shift timing is high. You may.

In this feature unit 043IW, if the time saving state is not continued until the next big hit, the time saving state ends when the number of fluctuations reaches 30, 50 or 70 times, and the time saving state continues until the next big hit. In this case, the special effect mode is entered when the number of fluctuations reaches 30, 50, 70, or 100 times. Therefore, at each of these timings, the time saving state ends or continues until at least the next timing. After inciting whether to do (or shift to the special effect mode), an effect that confirms and notifies one of them may be executed. In this case, in the first to fourth normal effect modes, the number of fluctuations in the time saving state is displayed on the image display device 5, so that the player can be notified of the next timing (variation display 30 times, 50 times, or 50 times). You may make them aware.

In addition, the configuration is not limited to the configuration shown in FIGS. 8-29, and in the case of a probabilistic jackpot, the mode may be uniformly shifted to the special effect mode when the number of fluctuations reaches 100 after the jackpot game. In addition, for example, if a probability change jackpot is achieved after a specific effect (specifically, a premium effect with an extremely high expectation of a big hit, a re-lottery effect with a high expectation of a probability change, etc.), after the end of the big hit game, You may immediately control to the special effect mode.

When the transition timing to the special effect mode is determined in step 043IWS104, the effect control CPU 120 sets a value indicating the determined transition timing in the transition timing counter (step 043IWS105). Then, the process proceeds to step 043IWS107.

When it is determined in step 043IWS103 that the gaming state after the big hit game is not a probability change state, the effect control CPU 120 sets the value of the transition timing counter to 0 (step 043IWS106). Then, the process proceeds to step 043IWS107.

In step 043IWS107, the effect control CPU 120 determines the mode of the effect mode suggestion effect that suggests which of the plurality of types of effect modes is controlled based on the determined effect mode (step 043IWS107). ).

The effect mode suggestion effect is executed, for example, during the ending effect of the jackpot game. In the effect mode suggestion effect, for example, images corresponding to the first to fourth normal suggestion effects are displayed, and finally one of the images is selected to suggest which effect mode is controlled. (See FIG. 8-32). By determining the mode of the effect mode suggestion effect in step 043IWS107, it is finally determined which effect mode the image corresponds to in the effect mode suggestion effect.

Next, the special effect mode transition process executed in the variable display start setting process (S171) will be described. FIG. 8-30 is a flowchart showing an example of the special effect mode transition process.

In the special effect mode transition process, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether the value of the shift timing counter is greater than 0 (step 043IWS201), and if it is not greater than 0 (that is, if the value is 0), the process is performed. finish.

When the value of the shift timing counter is larger than 0, the effect control CPU 120 subtracts 1 from the value of the shift timing counter (step 043IWS202). Then, the effect control CPU 120 confirms whether or not the value of the shift timing counter after subtraction is 0 (step 043IWS203), and if the value is not 0, the process ends.

When the value of the shift timing counter after subtraction is 0, the effect control CPU 120 controls the transition from the current effect mode to the special effect mode (step 043IWS204).

Next, specific examples of each effect mode will be described. FIG. 8-31 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of each effect mode.

FIG. 8-31 (1) is an example showing an effect display example in the image display device 5 when the first normal effect mode is controlled. As shown in FIG. 8-31 (1), when the first normal effect mode is controlled, the character image 043IW001 corresponding to the character A of the first element and the first character image 043IW001 in the lower right portion of the display area of the image display device 5. The icon image 043IW011 corresponding to the two-element blue icon is displayed.

FIG. 8-31 (2) is an example showing an effect display example in the image display device 5 when the second normal effect mode is controlled. As shown in FIG. 8-31 (2), when the second normal effect mode is controlled, the character image 043IW001 corresponding to the character A of the first element is displayed in the lower right portion of the display area of the image display device 5. The icon image 043IW012 corresponding to the two-element red icon is displayed.

FIG. 8-31 (3) is an example showing an effect display example in the image display device 5 when the third normal effect mode is controlled. As shown in FIG. 8-31 (3), when the third normal effect mode is controlled, the character image 043IW002 corresponding to the character B of the first element and the third character image 043IW002 in the lower right portion of the display area of the image display device 5 The icon image 043IW011 corresponding to the two-element blue icon is displayed.

FIG. 8-31 (4) is an example showing an effect display example in the image display device 5 when the fourth normal effect mode is controlled. As shown in FIG. 8-31 (4), when the fourth normal effect mode is controlled, the character image 043IW002 corresponding to the character B of the first element and the first character image 043IW002 in the lower right portion of the display area of the image display device 5 The icon image 043IW012 corresponding to the two-element red icon is displayed.

FIG. 8-31 (5) is an example showing an effect display example in the image display device 5 when the special effect mode is controlled. As shown in FIG. 8-31 (5), when the special effect mode is controlled, the character image 043IW001 corresponding to the character A of the first element and the first element are in the lower right of the display area of the image display device 5. The character image 043IW002 corresponding to the character B of the above is displayed, and the second element is not displayed.

The mode of the effect mode, for example, the first element and the second element, is not limited to that shown in FIGS. 8-31. For example, the wording of the character display related to the effect mode is set as the first element, and the color of the character display is changed. As the second element, it may be a combination.

For example, in the case of the first normal effect mode, the word "A mode" (first element) is displayed in blue (second element) as the character display related to the effect mode, and in the case of the second normal effect mode, the effect is produced. The word "A mode" (first element) is displayed in red (second element) as the character display related to the mode, and in the case of the third normal effect mode, the word "B mode" is displayed as the character display related to the effect mode. (1st element) is displayed in blue (1st element), and in the case of the 4th normal effect mode, the word "B mode" (2nd element) is red (2nd element) as a character display related to the effect mode. It may be displayed as.

Next, a specific example of the effect mode suggestion effect will be described. FIG. 8-32 is an explanatory diagram showing a specific example of the effect mode suggestion effect.

As shown in FIGS. 8-32 (1) and (2), when the final round of the jackpot game is completed, the ending effect is started on the image display device 5.

Here, as shown in FIGS. 8-32 (3), (4), and (5), the items of "1", "2", [3], [4], and "?" The production mode roulette 043IW021 including the above is started. Then, when the ball thrown by the character 043IW022 toward the roulette wins "1", the characters "1st normal effect mode!" Are displayed as shown in FIG. 8-32 (6), and the 1st normal effect is displayed. It is suggested that it is controlled by the mode.

In the example shown in FIGS. 8-32, the items "1", "2", "3", and "4" included in the effect mode roulette are the first normal effect mode, the second normal effect mode, and the third normal effect mode. Each corresponds to the fourth normal effect mode, and the item "?" Corresponds to any of the first to fourth normal effect modes. The item "?" May correspond to any of the first to fourth normal effect modes or the special effect mode. For example, when the item "?" Is selected and it is suggested that it is controlled to the special effect mode, it is immediately controlled to the special effect mode without being controlled to the first to fourth normal effect modes after the end of the jackpot game. It may be done.

In the feature unit 043IW, the effect mode suggestion effect is executed in the ending effect. With such a configuration, the ending effect period can be lengthened, the start of a new special figure game can be delayed, and the number of balls to be played increases too much in a short time (that is, the gambling becomes too high). That) can be suppressed.

The execution timing of the effect mode suggestion effect is not limited to the ending effect of the jackpot game, but may be during the jackpot game (that is, during the round) or at the start of the jackpot game. Further, the number of times the effect mode suggestion effect is executed is not limited to once during the ending effect, but may be executed a plurality of times during the ending effect, at the start of the big hit game or during the big hit game (that is, during the round). ) And during the ending production, respectively. Effect mode When the suggested effect is executed a plurality of times, it may be controlled to the effect mode having the highest expectation among the suggested plurality of effect modes. Further, in this case, it is desirable to select an effect mode having a higher degree of expectation in the effect mode suggestion effect of the later timing than in the effect mode suggestion effect of the earlier timing.

Further, for example, the execution timing of the effect mode suggestion effect is the timing when a predetermined period elapses after the jackpot game is finished and the time is controlled to be shortened (for example, the timing when the number of executions of the variable display reaches 10 times). You may do so. In this case, after the jackpot game is completed, the mode may be controlled to the common effect mode for the time saving state, and after the effect mode suggestion effect, the mode may be shifted to the first to fourth normal effect modes (or special effect mode).

The mode of the effect mode suggestion effect is not limited to that shown in FIGS. 8-32. For example, when counting in each round of the big hit game (occurrence of winning in the big winning opening), when over winning occurs, and in the big hit game. The mode may be such that points are given at the time of winning a prize in the general winning opening, and the production mode is determined according to the total points given.

As described above, in the feature unit 043IW, the period controlled in the time saving state and the ratio of whether or not it is controlled in the probabilistic state are different depending on the number of rounds of the jackpot. Therefore, the mode of the effect mode suggestion effect may be different depending on the number of rounds of the jackpot. For example, when the number of rounds of the jackpot is 4, the effect mode suggestion effect of the first aspect in which the ratio of being determined to the first normal effect mode is high is executed, and when the number of rounds of the jackpot is 10, the fourth It is also possible to execute the effect mode suggestion effect of the second aspect in which the ratio determined to the normal effect mode is high.

As described above, in the present feature unit 043IW, it is possible to control the advantageous state (for example, the jackpot gaming state) which is advantageous for the player, and the probability of being controlled to the advantageous state is the first probability of the disadvantage setting value (for example). For example, among a plurality of set values including set values 1 to 3) and an advantageous set value which is a second probability (for example, set values 4 to 6) having a higher probability of being controlled to an advantageous state than the first probability. It is a gaming machine that can set any of the set values from the above, and is provided with a special state control means that is more advantageous to the player than the normal state and can be controlled to a special state (for example, a time saving state) different from the advantageous state. , The period controlled to the special state includes a plurality of types of periods (for example, until the maximum number of fluctuations controlled in the time saving state reaches any of 30, 50, and 70 times, or until the next big hit. FIG. 8- There are a plurality of types of effect modes (for example, the first to fourth normal effect modes and the special effect mode) in which the possibility of being controlled to an advantageous state during the period controlled by the special state is different. A controllable effect mode control means is further provided (see FIG. 8-28 (A)), and the effect mode control means can be used for any period of a plurality of types of periods when the advantageous set value is set. The selection ratio of the effect mode differs depending on whether the special state is controlled (see FIG. 8-28 (C)), and when the disadvantage setting value is set, any of the plurality of types of periods The selection ratio of the effect mode differs depending on whether it is controlled to a special state (see FIG. 8-28 (B)), and it depends on whether it is set to the advantageous setting value or the disadvantage setting value. It is configured so that the selection ratio of the effect mode is different when the special state is controlled for the same period (see FIGS. 8-28 (B) and (C)). With such a configuration, it is possible to improve the interest by utilizing the characteristics of the configuration in which the set value can be set.

Further, in the feature unit 043IW, when the special state is controlled in the first period (for example, until the maximum number of fluctuations reaches any of 30, 50, and 70 times), the first effect mode (for example, the first effect mode) (for example, the first It is possible to control to the 1st to 4th normal effect modes), and when it is controlled to the special state of the 2nd period (for example, until the next big hit) longer than the 1st period, the 2nd effect mode (for example, the special effect mode) The effect mode control means can be controlled to the first effect mode and then to the second effect mode (for example, when controlled to the special state of the second period). The part where the effect control CPU 120 executes the special effect mode transition process (see FIG. 8-30), and is controlled to the first effect mode depending on whether the advantageous setting value is set or the disadvantage setting value is set. It is configured so that the length of the period from that time to the control to the second effect mode is different (for example, the determination ratio of the transition timing is different depending on the set value. See FIG. 8-29). With such a configuration, it is possible to suppress a decrease in interest while utilizing the characteristics of the configuration in which the set value can be set.

Further, in the feature unit 043IW, the effect mode is set to a special state by combining a plurality of types of first elements (for example, a first element called a character) and a plurality of types of second elements (for example, a second element called an icon). It is possible to suggest that the controlled period may be controlled in an advantageous state (see FIGS. 8-28), and when set to the advantageous set value, the special of any of the multiple types of periods. The selection ratio of the effect mode differs depending on whether the state is controlled (see FIG. 8-28 (C)), and when the disadvantage setting value is set, any of the multiple types of periods is special. The selection ratio of the effect mode differs depending on whether the state is controlled (see FIG. 8-28 (B)), and is the same when the advantageous setting value is set and when the disadvantage setting value is set. When controlled to the special state of the period, at least one of the selection ratio of the first element and the selection ratio of the second element is different (see FIGS. 8-28 (B) and (C)). .. With such a configuration, it is possible to improve the interest by utilizing the characteristics of the configuration in which the set value can be set.

Further, in the present feature unit 043IW, the length of the period controlled in the special state differs depending on which of the plurality of types of effect modes is controlled (FIGS. 8-28 (B), (See (C)). With such a configuration, the effect mode suggests the degree of expectation regarding the period during which the effect mode is continued, so that the interest can be improved.

Further, in the present feature unit 043IW, a suggestion effect that suggests which of a plurality of types of effect modes is controlled (for example, an effect mode suggestion effect; see FIG. 8-32) can be executed. It has a means of execution. With such a configuration, attention can be focused on the selection of the production mode, and the interest can be improved.

Further, in the present feature unit 043IW, after a predetermined period has elapsed from being controlled to a specific special state (for example, a time saving state that continues until the next big hit) (for example, after being controlled to a time saving state after the end of the big hit game). When the number of fluctuations reaches 30, 50, 70, or 100 times), a notification effect (for example, a special notification effect) that notifies that a specific special state is controlled can be executed. The effect mode control means is configured to include means and control the effect mode to a specific effect mode (for example, shifting the effect mode to the special effect mode) after the notification effect is executed. With such a configuration, attention can be focused on the selection of the production mode, and the interest can be improved.

Further, in the feature unit 043IW, the effect mode includes a plurality of types of first elements (for example, character A and character B) and a plurality of types of second elements (for example, blue icon and red icon), and is an advantageous setting value. The selection ratio of the combination of the first element and the second element differs depending on whether the setting is set to or the disadvantage setting value (see FIGS. 8-28 (B) and (C)). It is configured in. With such a configuration, the variation of the production mode can be increased, and the interest can be improved.

Further, the feature unit 043IW is a gaming machine that can be controlled to an advantageous state (for example, a jackpot gaming state) that is advantageous to the player, and is an operating means that can be operated by the player (for example, a stick controller 31A or a push button 31B). , Infrared sensor, touch panel, etc.) and the first specific display (for example, the first operation notification image imitating the push button 31B) and the first specific display as the specific display (for example, the operation notification image) corresponding to the operation means. Specific display execution means (see FIG. 8-19) capable of displaying a second specific display (for example, a second operation notification image imitating the stick controller 31A) having a higher expectation of being controlled in a more advantageous state. A predetermined display executing means capable of displaying a predetermined display (for example, a suggestion icon) suggesting the possibility that the second specific display may be displayed before the display is displayed, and the predetermined display executing means is a predetermined display. The predetermined display can be displayed by any one of a plurality of display patterns including a display pattern in which is not displayed and a display pattern in which one or more predetermined displays are displayed (for example, the first aspect (suggestion icon × 0). ), The second aspect (suggestion icon × 1), the third aspect (suggestion icon × 2) and the fourth aspect (suggestion icon × 3) can be pre-produced. See FIG. 8-20), a display pattern of a predetermined display. The rate at which the second specific display is displayed differs depending on the situation (for example, the larger the number of suggested icons displayed, the higher the rate at which the operation effect of the second mode is executed. FIG. 8-20. (See), the degree of expectation controlled in the advantageous state differs depending on the display pattern of the predetermined display when the second specific display is displayed (for example, it is executed before the operation effect of the second aspect is executed). When the mode of the pre-production is the first aspect (suggestion icon x 0), the jackpot expectation is 61.2%, and when the second aspect (suggestion icon x 1) is, the jackpot expectation is 41.2%, the third aspect. When it is (suggestion icon x 2), the jackpot expectation is 22.8%, and when it is the fourth aspect (suggestion icon x 3), the jackpot expectation is 28.2%. See FIG. 8-21). Therefore, the effect of the effect can be improved.

In the feature unit 043IW, an example in which the stick controller 31A and the push button 31B push sensor 35B are used as the operating means has been described, but the present invention is not limited to this, and the non-contact type operating means such as an infrared sensor and the contact of the touch panel and the like are described. It may be an operating means of an expression. Further, for example, as an operation means, a first state stored in the game machine frame 3 (the stick controller cannot be operated) and a second state protruding from the game machine frame 3 (the stick controller can be operated). A changeable stick controller may be provided in the above, and when an operation notification image imitating the stick controller is displayed, the stick controller may change from the first state to the second state.

In addition, the feature unit 043IW executes an action effect (for example, an action effect of the first to third aspects; see FIG. 8-22 (A)) in which the specific display changes when the predetermined display acts on the specific display. It is provided with a possible action production execution means. Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest.

Further, in the feature unit 043IW, a plurality of types of specific displays are provided (for example, a first promotion notification image (white), a first promotion notification image (red), a first promotion notification image (large), and a second promotion notification image. Images, etc. (see Fig. 8-25), the ratio of which of the multiple types changes to the specific display is different (for example, when the image is off, the ratio of the first promotion notification image (white) that does not change is the highest. When it is high and changes, the ratio of the first promotion notification image (red)> the first promotion notification image (large)> the second promotion notification image after the change is high. In the case of a big hit, the first promotion is displayed. The ratio of the notification image (white) that does not change is the lowest, and if it changes, it is displayed after the change in the order of 2nd promotion notification image> 1st promotion notification image (large)> 1st promotion notification image (red). The ratio is high. See FIG. 8-25). Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest.

Further, in the present feature unit 043IW, a plurality of types of predetermined displays are provided (for example, a white suggestion icon and a red suggestion icon; see FIG. 8-26), and which of the plurality of types of predetermined displays is displayed. The rate at which the specific display changes differs according to the above (for example, red suggestion icon x 2> white suggestion icon x 1, red suggestion icon x 1> white suggestion icon x 2 in that order, the operation effect of the second aspect (button type). → Stick type) is executed at a high rate. See Fig. 8-26). Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest.

Further, in the present feature unit 043IW, it is possible to execute a plurality of types of suggestion effects (for example, title effect, dialogue effect, cut-in effect) suggesting that the predetermined display is displayed before the predetermined display is displayed. The effect execution means is provided, and the ratio of displaying the predetermined display differs depending on which type of suggestive effect is executed (for example, the title effect and the dialogue effect are more than the cut-in effect. , Performed in a special manner (ie, stored with a suggestion icon). See FIGS. 8-23 (B), (C)). Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest.

Further, in the feature unit 043IW, the action effect executing means can execute a plurality of types of action effects (for example, the action effects of the first to third aspects; see FIG. 8-22 (A)), and a plurality of types of action effects can be executed. Depending on which type of predetermined display is displayed, the ratio of which type of action effect among the plurality of types is executed differs (for example, which one depending on the mode of the pre-effect). The proportion of whether the action effect of the embodiment is executed is different (see FIG. 8-22 (B)). Therefore, it is possible to improve the interest.

1 Pachinko game machine 4A 1st special symbol display device 4B 2nd special symbol display device 5 Image display device 103 CPU
120 Production control CPU

Claims (1)

A disadvantage setting value that can be controlled to an advantageous state that is advantageous to the player and the probability of being controlled to the advantageous state is the first probability, and a second that is more likely to be controlled to the advantageous state than the first probability. It is a gaming machine that can set any setting value from a plurality of setting values including an advantageous setting value that is a probability.
A special state control means that is more advantageous to the player than the normal state and can be controlled to a special state different from the advantageous state is provided.
There are a plurality of types of periods controlled by the special state.
When controlled to the special state of the first period, it can be controlled to any of a plurality of types of first effect modes, and when controlled to the special state of a second period longer than the first period, the first Further equipped with a production mode control means that can be controlled in 2 production modes,
The effect mode control means
When controlled to the special state in the second period, it is possible to control to the second effect mode after controlling to the first effect mode.
Of the plurality of types of the first effect mode, when the special state is controlled in the second period, the advantageous setting value is set and the disadvantage setting value is set. A gaming machine characterized in that the ratio of which of the first effect modes is controlled is different.